Originally Posted By ronnyt Looking for some suggestions.... We like a fun a fun atmosphere at the resort, and close to the parks. Don't mind paying a little extra if it is worth it ??? Is having access to the Extra Magic Hours a big deal ??
Originally Posted By Mickey4President I think it depends on if you have girls or boys. My family loves the Wilderness Lodge. If it is up to my DS, we will never stay at any other resort.
Originally Posted By Mrs ElderP I stayed on property, and I personally did not find extra magic hours a compeling reason to stay, but I was VERY happy not to have to rent a car. It was also nice that at the end of a long day neither of us had to be the one to drive, we could both sit (or stand) like zombies on the bus. We didn't use the package sending feature very much, so that wasn't a benifit for us, but the special we were able to get with free dining was the biggest benifit of all.
Originally Posted By bobbelee9 Also depends on which Park(s) you're going to be at most often. Yes, not having to remember where you're parked, or having to drive is a good thing. 3 extra hours at the end of the day, is nice, but the lines were so short, we didn't need the full 3.
Originally Posted By DouglasDubh I'd definitely recommend staying on property. If you're going to be spending most of your time in the parks, then a moderate is probably the best choice. They usually aren't much more than the economy hotels, and are a little nicer and quieter. The choice of moderate is much harder - they all have their plusses and minuses, so it's mostly a matter of individual choice. Hotel choice depends a lot on who is in your party and what they want most. That said, if you can get a good rate on the Wilderness Lodge, I'd do that.
Originally Posted By Great Stone Dragon Most of the resorts are close to one or two parks and then further from the other parks. We stayed at Port Orleans Riverside a couple weeks ago and didn't notice a significant drive time difference between different parks. Also, it was great to have access to the extra magic hours, particularly the extra 2-3 hours at nights.
Originally Posted By jonvn We were going to stay at a mid priced hotel. Like Port Orleans, but for a little bit more, we could get the Animal Kingdom Lodge, or the Wilderness Lodge (which we opted for). We do get the standard room view, though, but the entire lodge is so nice, I don't think it's a bad tradeoff.
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 You can never go wrong with the WL. It is an amazing resort and a destination in its own right.
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Agreed - POR, WL and AKL are fantastic resorts. The rest I can take or leave.
Originally Posted By bryans01 Coronado Springs is nice during the summer,They have a great pool area and beach area as well.They also have a waterslide.Its also located on the main road in Disney.Port Orleans FQ is nice also.
Originally Posted By dennis1212 We were thinking of the Poly or Beach Club.....I hear those are quite nice ???
Originally Posted By TMICHAEL That's an easy one. Poly if you'll be at the Magic Kingdom alot, Monorail right there. Beach club if you'll be at Epcot and MGM more. Personally, I go for the Poly all the way. Ohana for dinner is quite nice and the Volcano pool and bar is great!
Originally Posted By Chelledun Those are my two favorite resorts, but I have to give the edge to the Poly. Amaaaaazing!!!
Originally Posted By Ursula Poly. Hands down. It has a Monorail. And the pool bar rocks. Any place that has nonstop meat-on-a-stick is perfect. AND THEY HAVE DOLE WHIPS!!!!!!!!!!!! Also, check CBR. The busses run often enough and it will suit the OP as having a fun atmosphere. We loved having the EMH, even though we did use it! We used it opposite! Whoever had them, we avoided! I hate crowds. Package delivery is awesome. Especially if you purchase a ride photo so it doesn't get all smooshed up during your day.
