Where should I stay at WDW?

mousepod · 11-29-2006, 10:41 AM

After two stays at the AKL, it has pretty much fallen off my must list for deluxe lodgings. Don't get me wrong - the place is beautiful, but beyond the savannah view (if you're going to stay there, there's really no reason to not get a savannah view) and the limited public areas of the lobby, the Victoria Falls bar and Boma/Jiko, it doesn't have as much corny magic. Very sophisticated, to be sure... but also very remote and well, big. Since our trip in August, I find myself pining for the Poly, the Wilderness Lodge, or even (ready for this one?)... the Boardwalk.

(note to self: Epcot October 1 2007 - Boardwalk reservations...)

Stan4dSteph · 11-29-2006, 10:55 AM

Which resort has the best lounging opportunities? I am assuming the parks will be closing fairly early in the day at the time I'm going (Jan. 5-10), and I may need some time to rest and recover on Monday.

Matterhorn Fan · 11-29-2006, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Stan4dSteph

Which resort has the best lounging opportunities?

Wilderness Lodge is not quiet, but there are lots of comfy chairs--and rocking chairs.

AKL has those balconies at the back of the lobby.

Stan4dSteph · 12-05-2006, 10:07 AM

I have changed my booking to AKL with savanna view! Party in my room!

€uroMeinke · 12-05-2006, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Stan4dSteph

I have changed my booking to AKL with savanna view! Party in my room!

Hmmmm - maybe it's time to cash in some frequent flyer miles...

Stan4dSteph · 12-05-2006, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by €uroMeinke

Hmmmm - maybe it's time to cash in some frequent flyer miles...

Come on down!

Prudence · 12-05-2006, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Stan4dSteph

I have changed my booking to AKL with savanna view! Party in my room!

Specifically request the Arusha Rock savannah, floor 4. Check in early, and if they try to stick you in the icky bird savannah, smile sweetly and tell them that you were really hoping to see giraffes, or gnu, or whatever in a polite but firm manner.

And take lots of pictures from your balcony!

mousepod · 12-05-2006, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Prudence

Specifically request the Arusha Rock savannah, floor 4. Check in early, and if they try to stick you in the icky bird savannah, smile sweetly and tell them that you were really hoping to see giraffes, or gnu, or whatever in a polite but firm manner.

And take lots of pictures from your balcony!

Beware, they will tell you that you can see all animals from all savannah view rooms. "Polite but firm" works even better with leads.

Stan4dSteph · 12-05-2006, 12:51 PM

I requested a Zebra Trail room, not too far from the lobby (due to me being hobbled by the marathon). I think that's the same as Arusha Rock savanna. I forgot to ask for an upper floor though. I may call back after I get my confirmation in the mail to verify my request.

They will be transfering my luggage from Riverside to AKL for me. Woohoo!

11-29-2006, 10:41 AM	#1
mousepod You broke your Ramadar! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 4,635	After two stays at the AKL, it has pretty much fallen off my must list for deluxe lodgings. Don't get me wrong - the place is beautiful, but beyond the savannah view (if you're going to stay there, there's really no reason to not get a savannah view) and the limited public areas of the lobby, the Victoria Falls bar and Boma/Jiko, it doesn't have as much corny magic. Very sophisticated, to be sure... but also very remote and well, big. Since our trip in August, I find myself pining for the Poly, the Wilderness Lodge, or even (ready for this one?)... the Boardwalk. (note to self: Epcot October 1 2007 - Boardwalk reservations...) __________________ "Give the public everything you can give them, keep the place as clean as you can keep it, keep it friendly" - Walt Disney
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Stan4dSteph Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: East Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,156	Which resort has the best lounging opportunities? I am assuming the parks will be closing fairly early in the day at the time I'm going (Jan. 5-10), and I may need some time to rest and recover on Monday.
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Stan4dSteph Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: East Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,156	I have changed my booking to AKL with savanna view! Party in my room!
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12-05-2006, 12:51 PM	#9
Stan4dSteph Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: East Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,156	I requested a Zebra Trail room, not too far from the lobby (due to me being hobbled by the marathon). I think that's the same as Arusha Rock savanna. I forgot to ask for an upper floor though. I may call back after I get my confirmation in the mail to verify my request. They will be transfering my luggage from Riverside to AKL for me. Woohoo!
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