Grand Floridian Our HONEST Review

[@selinametalslasha]

Thanks Jen! I know if im paying more than my rent per night, id hope to be able to sleep! Could you imagine if the neighbors snored?? 😂

[@JenLefforge]

It's true though . . .

[@Danny-br9jp]

Can you imagine if they were on their honeymoon!

[@ms.kovaleski6679]

I’ve had some of my best sleeps at the Grand Floridian...stayed there multiple times and every time was better than the last. Never even heard neighbors once.

[@katielemos8590]

You can stay at the Waldorf, a true 5 star hotel, for 1/3 the price of GF.

[@happycanadianguy]

You could, but people don't, which is why it costs what it costs

[@katielemos8590]

@@happycanadianguy I have and it’s wonderful. They have a full room service menu that doesn’t take an hour and a half to be delivered, their transportation to and from the parks is better, the rooms are amazing, they have a full spa, they’re on a golf course, they have onsite child care, and they remember me every time I stay. I live in Orlando so we do several one night stays a year. We have stayed at every Deluxe resort and the Waldorf is our favorite. We love the Ritz and Four Seasons as well but they are a much higher price. I honestly hope people don’t discover this hotel so I can keep it all to myself. 😁

[@packyourpixiedust]

@@katielemos8590 you’ve sold me on it.

[@uik99]

This is true but anyone that stays within Disney bubble stays at these hotels because your on property that’s what you pay for location location location 🤙 especially Floridian

[@happycanadianguy]

@@uik99 exactly. You can have a mansion in Alabama but most will chose the penthouse in Beverly hills. Its all about location.

[@caraevans7105]

I cannot tell you how much I APPRECIATE this review!!! My husband and I have always wanted to stay at the Grand & I’m so happy to hear that we’re not missing out on the best experience ever 😊

[@JenLefforge]

Cara, truly, you are NOT. Glad I could help save you some money! LOL

[@duwaynegunn1158]

Unfortunately you are missing out on a "Grand" experience.

[@markjones5757]

@@duwaynegunn1158 Let me guess...You work for Disney?

[@duwaynegunn1158]

@@markjones5757 Nope, just an old guy who loves Disney and finds the GFV the best on Disney property. Guess that is what makes the world go around, everyone has an opinion and we have the right to disagree.

[@markjones5757]

@@duwaynegunn1158 I also Love Disney (I love Universal a lot more) Sir. You're right, every has an opinion and that's absolutely fine.

[@lauraf9860]

I like hearing the positives and negatives about a place to make an informed decision. Frankly, for that price, I would expect exceptional.

[@madelinewoodard319]

Guard at the gate, and the valet out front at 6:30 am when we arrived spoke like they were stoned.The room where our tub reminded us of a bathroom in a cheap hotel. room. Never in all our trips have we been grateful to be leaving at check out at a Disney hotel until this stay.

[@shanew7361]

Yea this place is a joke so overrated and a total scam job for the money. People are stupid

[@melissal8445]

I stayed there right before the last refurb and was disappointed. There were old crackers on the floor when I move the curtain to go onto the balcony and everything was very banged up. Neither should happen in a hotel that expensive. Fyi, I had a similar noise experience at Wilderness Lodge. Walls too thin.

[@TheGoofy1932]

I've heard the same complaint from more than one person that I know who have stayed there. I've never personally stayed there as it's not my aesthetic. I'm more of a Port Orleans French Quarter girl or Wilderness Lodge if I'm splurging.

[@taraschultz9169]

Same here Heather.

[@amydoran9987]

I would never ever choose to stay at the Grand.

[@mikedecarlo9057]

Same here....loved Port Orleans Riverside when we stayed there 7 years ago. We're now DVC and Copper Creek is our Home. Fabulous!!!!

[@andrewelland9902]

Hi Jen: Love your videos. In early November this year (2022), we stayed in GF's Big Pine Key, the hotel building that was converted to DVC since you were there. Despite the conversion and the DVC cachet, we were frankly stunned to hear a dawn chorus of flushing toilets each morning. I checked ours and discovered that Disney has installed a pressurized bladder in the toilet tank, which probably helps to avoid clogs and calls to Maintenance, but it also means the toilet sounds like one in an airplane.

[@disneyshield]

I’ve stayed at the Grand Floridian a lot and never had issues with noise from other guests. However I tend to stay at the parks until closing so it’s possible that the other guests were asleep already haha. Yes the price is crazy but it’s just so beautiful and that to me is worth it (if I can splurge). Grand Destino tower was nice but loses a lot of points for me because you’re stuck with buses. Might as well stay at pop century for less and enjoy the Sky Liner. Anyway just my thoughts. (I’m not angry haha don’t want you to miss interpret my response lol. Just commenting)

[@tivomikeshow2080]

Thank you for sharing; it's very honest and you did not come off as a complainer, but rather as a valuable sharer. Much appreciated!

[@JenLefforge]

That's a very kind comment, thank you!

[@anthonylagano2371]

Those room prices are absolutely ridiculous. Shameful! They look like an old holiday inn room . I go to Universal more and stay at the Portofino which is a beautiful resort and pay about $350 a night with an express ride pass included for everyone in the room . It’s a beautiful property for sure but paying $750 for the Grand Floridian is crazy .

[@kimberlylangston4595]

Yep! The Portofino Bay is my favorite resort

[@ladyjane8855]

@@kimberlylangston4595 Ditto!

[@suzievision]

I recommend staying at the GF villas before ruling out the DVC add-on. Had no sound issues whatsoever when we stayed in the DVC building.

[@rachelkrest2393]

I was wondering if this was the case.

[@happycanadianguy]

I agree. Never had that problem on the dvc side. I've never stayed on the hotel side

[@EmilyD0113]

Agree! We didn’t have that experience at the Villas!

[@terri5221]

same for us, We stayed at the villas this past January and truly thought no one was anywhere around us.

[@melynn44]

We stayed in a Ground Floor 2 BR, literally right next to the lobby. Room 1124, the very first room right off the lobby. We want this room every time! It was perfect. After a day at the park, nothing beat walking right in the back door, 15 steps, and being at your room. No long hallways, no elevators. It was the most convenient room we've ever stayed in. It was a standard view, but for the convenience, I would almost take it over a Lake View room. But, anyway, I only mention this, because we never noticed any noise at all. And, we were right next to the lobby. With the monorail running right outside our door multiple times an hour. When we were in our room, it was nothing but peace and quiet. The monorail was no more than 100 feet outside our back door, and mid-day naps were no problem at all. Wouldn't even have known it was running if it weren't for the kids joyfully screaming, "The monorail!" every 5 minutes. Haha.

[@katielemos8590]

The DVC side of GF is much better than the hotel side.

[@merkerb]

I have heard that and the reviews for both are a very stark contrast indeed!! Since my horrible experience there(not on the dvc side) I’ve suggested everyone who wants to try it stays on the DVC side, renting points can many times make it a bit cheaper than the regular side anyway

[@carolbaker7279]

Thanks for that Jen! I like quiet too, and even though I've only stayed at Port Orleans and French Quarter, I never had a noise issue once and I was on the main floor! Planning my next Disney adventure as we speak! Hugs to you!

[@DBSG1976]

My wife/daughter and I are planning a trip to D World in May 2023. We are discussing possibly staying at the Grand Floridian, so I appreciate the honest review. Our usual stay is at Coronado Springs, so we need to try new resorts.

[@craigmarkley445]

Wait until the monorail is available for all the resorts. During the busiest times, we found the monorail to be completely full by the time it got to the Floridian. For what one pays, it was ridiculous to have to wait for 3-4 monorails.

[@leeannieee1991]

You truly are one of the best KZbinrs out there. Thank you for your honesty and transparency. It is so appreciated! 😌

[@JenLefforge]

LeeAnn, THANK YOU for that. I'm not all sunshine and roses but I can promise you I will ALWAYS shoot straight with you all!

[@denizalgazi]

We've always said: "The Grand Floridian… a five-star property with Mickey Mouse service!" Yes, to everything. We've stayed there very often over the decades because it's a monorail resort, a major convenience which the Four Seasons and Waldorf=Astoria on WDW property do not have. There have been many major lapses in service over the years. Things have been improved including the concierge lounge. Citrico's is also another favourite restaurant at the GFlo, and the Enchanted Rose has become popular with locals too. One can also save up to 40% or more by renting DVC points for their stay at the GFlo. Also, not happy that the GFlo Orchestra was eliminated after decades of service. BTW, Jen, I've heard the same noise issue about the Riviera Resort especially with the plumbing noises from the neighboring rooms. Who wants to hear their neighbor's toilet and shower? This all should have been insulated during construction.

[@margaretd3710]

Wait...What??? The Orchestra doesn't play anymore?? Since when? Oh my goodness! I love the live music AND you could make requests! and then I'd dance with my daughter to In The Mood. It's such fun. I can't believe the band isn't there anymore.

[@denizalgazi]

@@margaretd3710 Yes, the GFlo orchestra was fired last October 2020. So that my comment isn't censored, I won't be saying anything about CEO Bob Paycheck. /s

[@kristimccullough6715]

Thank you for your honesty. We appreciate you looking out for people who save and save for big experiences like staying at GF.

[@Adamhitt]

So glad you mentioned this! I'm so curious if the DVC villas have better sound-proofing.

[@AikiSeanus]

I am so sad that you have had that experience. We have never stayed in the regular rooms, we always stay in the Villas. I can absolutely say that staying in the villas was quiet and everything that you might hope it would be.

[@ramonblancovargas9176]

We recently visited the GF and LOVED it. We visited post COVID so rooms were booked every other so we had no one in the room next to us, therefore it was very quite. It was not crowded at all. We relaxed by the pool with no problem finding empty chairs, quick jump on the monorail with zero wait time, and the hotel itself was just beautiful. We also enjoyed movie on the lawn and our night time walk from the park back to the hotel using their newly built walk path was refreshing and relaxing. We will go back in a heartbeat simply for the quick and easy access to the Disney park:) We also loved the games at the pool and activities they offered throughout the day for the kids. On top of all this, our Narcoossee's Restraunt experience was amazing. We sat at the bar and had the most personable service. Our server and food were top notch!!!

[@debraholmes3299]

Love hearing your honest review. And I would agree that I too would have trouble sleeping when I could hear all the sounds from the next room. Lol

[@ldeglian]

Thanks for sharing this honest review. The GF was our “go to” resort for close to 20 years, but I haven’t been back for over 8. The biggest reason is that it just does not live up to expectations any longer. I’ve hesitated to share that POV broadly because, like you, I do love the resort. But I got tired of paying a premium for an experience that I felt had deteriorated over the years. It is a beautiful resort and I will always visit for shopping or a meal, but it will take me a while before I am ready to commit there again.

[@wrh41]

great review! Paper-thin walls are a deal-breaker for me, too!

[@KingBobaFett434]

Maybe next time Jen you should stay at the Polynesian resort.

[@clairmccartney2564]

We stayed at Grand Floridian Villa’s. I would never stay there again. Refrigerator ice maker was broken. They put a plastic ice cube tray in freezer that was all cracked. We were in a one bedroom. They had area rug in living room. My slipper got caught on rug. I fell and split my lip, broke my nose and chipped a bone in my knee cap.

[@mindyschocolate]

Wow, that would be miserable!

[@carolinet9303]

Love how honest you are Jen! To be honest grand Floridian isn’t in our price range but we are thinking of staying at Coronado Springs next time so I am feeling good about that having watched your last 2 videos!

[@denisesweitzer8047]

Coronado Springs is one of my fav resort. Rooms are a great size, pool is great. Would stay there again!

[@apollolover119]

Stayed at GF, Coronado Springs Gran Destino Tower, and Saratoga Springs during our honeymoon, and I have to agree with Jen. GF was beautiful, but not worth it. We will visit GF for food/grounds in the future, but not likely to sleep. The noise from the boats too was a bit obnoxious. Coronado was our favorite overall, and we loved SSR too and want to stay at either again in the future. We'd like to try Poly & Contemporary someday.

[@donnacaloiaro1910]

Thanks for the heads-up! We stayed at Bay Lake Towers the last time we were there and we were so disappointed. It certainly didn't have that wow factor. Next time we'll go back to our home resort, Saratoga Springs.

[@kevinfraser7815]

I’m so impressed by how much your channel has grown. A true testament to your work product and verve!

[@JenLefforge]

What a kind comment, Kevin, thank you!

[@nguuniversity3783]

100% agree! After a long day at the park, there is nothing worse than not being able to get a comfortable night of sleep because of thin walls! Great video!

[@Authentic127]

That’s crazy! We have stayed there twice and never had a problem with the noise. Sorry that happened to you but glad you had a good time.

[@ms.kovaleski6679]

Stayed there 4 times and never once had a noice issue!

[@donnabaardsen5372]

Jen, I agree 200 percent. At such a pricey hotel, absolute silence is a must. I asked an architect if it's possible to soundproof hotels, apartments etc. He said it is, but many are too cheap to do it, it's expensive. Shame on Disney for this hotel. Very helpful info.!

[@JenLefforge]

They did it at Coronado Springs!

[@donnabaardsen5372]

@@JenLefforge Exactly! So there's no excuse for not doing it elsewhere.

[@disneynutd1609]

I had the same experience at Boardwalk in April. We could actually hear their entire conversations with out tv on .,I have to say it was very awkward at times.

[@JenLefforge]

Oh Dear Lord just NO.

I stayed at the Grand Floridian in concierge level (Sugarloaf) back in 2002. At the time, I owned a travel agency and got a VERY low travel agent rate. I didn't notice the noise issue - but I don't think that anyone was staying around us. At that time, they had trouble filling rooms, which is why I got one for CHEAP.

[@JenLefforge]

YES the hotel was packed and I have no doubt that had a lot to do with it! I mean, Aimee, it was WILD.

@@JenLefforge As much as I miss Disney, I just can't see going now based on everything that I've heard.

[@disneyavecmc]

Omg I can’t thank you enough for this review! My parents and I were thinking of trying the GF, but thank god for this info. Especially since we are Canadians and need to pay for the exchange rate on top of the deluxe price. We have booked at Coronado Springs for our March 2022 trip.

[@christinap3825]

We stayed at Coronado Springs in 2019 and loved it! The restaurant on the lake and the bar terrace overlooking the fireworks were great! 😊

[@katevalentine7075]

Dont pay attention to this review .It is hands down the best hotel Secret to Grand Flo is spending less days but see and do way more in the parks Alot of perks at Grand Flo

[@katevalentine7075]

Stay there alot and you dont hear anything .She must have some agenda here

[@JenLefforge]

@@katevalentine7075 Have you read the other comments? I assure you I have no agenda. I have literally no reason to make something up that didn't happen. Thanks for watching! I'm so glad your experience there has been good!

[@gracekauffman4990]

I so appreciate this honest review.

[@dianaisobel6468]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! 👏👏👏 We agree completely, and your honest review will help others!

[@stephenpasquarella5921]

Hi Jen, Just watched your channel for the first time. Great content. My fam and I stayed at the GF years ago with a Disney Wonder Land as Sea. The Sea part was great. The GF stay not so great. The TV did not work in the room, water condensate leaking from air air conditioner leaked on us in the middle of the night. Now, the hotel is great, and of course, we were very fortunate to stay there, however, like you, I am just indicating our experience. I cannot remember the sound issue. We were in a remote building area a distance from the main lobby. Which is another thing we did not like. We have stayed at other Disney hotels and the GF was by far the lowest rated one of them all. Thanks again!

[@taraschultz9169]

Thank you for being honest. I have never wanted to stay at the Grand Floridian and this makes me feel even better about that.

[@danneitzel13]

first time watcher but LOVE,LOVE,LOVE your rainbow ears. Happy Pride and look forward to future blogs,

[@JenLefforge]

Thank you so much, Dan! I'm so glad you're here!

[@amydoran9987]

We have always stayed at the Wilderness lodge. I’ve never had a complaint.its a very relaxing and pretty hotel. The rooms are smaller than other deluxe resorts, but you cannot hear anyone around you. Hearing everyone around you is the worst and probably my biggest pet peeve.Another plus to staying at the wilderness lodge, is taking the boat to the magic kingdom everyday. Great review.😀

[@jenny71WDW]

we also love WL!! Both Brv and Ccv and we have had quiet and amazing stays! We now own dvc at BRV!

[@trishsp3160]

We stayed at the GF about 10 years ago as a splurge (my dad had passed away, and we wanted to make the trip special for my mom), and I guess the rooms were much newer and fresher than they are now. I honestly don't remember a problem with noise, but at the time Gasparilla Grille was tiny and had very little seating. We enjoyed our stay, and my mother loved her room, but unless I could get a room in the main building or closer to it, I would not be in a hurry to go back.

[@trishsp3160]

@@genxkay358 yes. It was quite a walk from the building we were staying in to the GF restaurants and monorail station. It made things difficult for my mother in particular.

[@KBHNJ]

I have heard this complaint for years. I am sad because I always wanted to stay there. Sleep is very important whilst Disney vacationing

[@OldSquirrelStudios]

We just stayed there and the room was completely dirty. I have 20 + photos of food on the floor left by previous guests, stains and dirty marks (dried on food) all over the sofa. Also a pile of flies in the corner of the room. The room was extremely tired, marked and in need of a total refurb. They are moving building by building to refurb but I would advise anyone to forget about staying the Grand until at least late 2023. 3 restaurants were also closed for refurbishment including Narcoosees and 1900 Park Fare. Grand Floridian Cafe was also terrible service and Citricos served pulled faces after getting a $20 tip, expected a bar of gold or something for taking our order and pouring two glasses of water. This stay we have stayed in Galactic Starcruiser (which was by far the best - what an incredible experience and food, service etc.) we stayed in Contemporary (much better and updated rooms than Grand) and also Animal Kingdom Lodge - new decent rooms, especially the Savanah view rooms.

[@kristichaput2534]

I'm a new subscriber and love your honest feedback. I have stayed at almost every Disney World resort but not GF. I'll continue stopping by for dining and shopping but will stay at other resorts. After a busy day in the parks, I appreciate quiet time in my room.

[@AndreOutlaw]

We stayed at both Wilderness Lodge (Copper Creek side) and Old Key West at the start of June. The only time I heard the neighbors was when we were on the balcony of WL. I didn't hang out on the balcony of OKW because it just faced a bunch of trees and didn't seem very inviting. We never heard anyone walking down the hall or on either side (and there were neighbors on both sides of our room). On a side note: I hope they fix the sound issues when they convert the rooms to DVC studios. I would like to stay there once but the only things on our bucket list, for now, is Poly for the wife and BLT for me.

[@ms.kovaleski6679]

I was very surprised to hear that your complaint was about noise at The Grand Floridian. I’ve stayed there 4 times with castle view and have never even heard our neighbors anytime. On the flip side, it was almost hauntingly quiet. Best place on property for a magical experience every time and you can not beat the hospitality.

[@meganquiah2547]

Great advice. Good to know. Thank you!! You’ve never steered me wrong!

[@JenLefforge]

Thanks, Megan!!!!! So appreciate you, Friend.

[@houmanj]

Wow! Thank you for that insight. The room quality is very important when you are traveling.

[@LoveUrSelf1986]

Thanks so much for sharing your experience and for your honesty! 🙂

[@87pmickey]

I love watching your videos, I love the fact that you can go alone and it’s great, We lived in Florida, and I went one time alone and it was fun ❤️

[@ohboy2592]

I’d only stay here on rented dvc points. No hotel on property worth $750. We’ve stayed at 6-7 Disney hotels and everyone we could here the neighbors at some point during our stay. Now, there are so many houses, condos and hotels off property that are so much nicer and cheaper. Our friends rented a 6 bedroom house with pool for $900/week built two years ago and 20 minute drive to the parks. Btw, CS is our favorite resort all time

[@danielvandersall6756]

The Contemporary has modular rooms, so essentially you have a double wall between rooms. Can' hear the lobby noise, can't hear the monorails. Very nice. New theming is almost tacky, and honestly feels lazy, but it is quiet.

[@CortHiatt]

The only Deluxe we ever did was Yacht Club and we were upgraded due to mold in the bathroom at Pop Century. We now stay at Shades of Green which is a quick hop & jump to the Polynesian. Grand Floridian is my favorite sit down on a hot day on my way back to Shades from MK. We only stay at Disney resorts unless we can’t get into Shades. We will never turn our back on our new resort and same perks of on property basically.

[@lightandloveandmagic]

We stayed at a DVC studio for the first time with my boys and husband and LOVED it!!! Best customer service as soon as we walked in and we have stayed at a lot of the Disney resorts.. as soon as we walked in we were treated like royalty and spoiled so much snd I personally think it’s so so beautiful! My three and six year old boys LOVED it! Definitely very family friendly.

[@JenLefforge]

I ha e heard from many that the DVC villas don’t have the same sound issues. So glad you had a great trip!

[@lightandloveandmagic]

@@JenLefforge yes the DVC parts are better it seems lol.. So so so sorry Jen u had such a horrible experience!

[@journeys_with_jen]

Wow Jen. I can't believe the walls are so thin there! I still think Coronado Gran Destino Tower is my next resort choice. After seeing your video on it I am intrigued.

[@JenLefforge]

You will LOVE it, Jen! And my suggestion would be wait until they open the club level back up and do that. Because that lounge is DIVINE.

[@romeoslover817]

I was placed in a room next door to the “newlyweds” in a smaller town in Napa Valley, California. The wall vibrated from the banging. I went to the front desk and asked if they would change my room after having a good laugh. They put me in the penthouse suite, and did not me charge me anything extra. Now that is great customer service.

[@michael9000]

They aim to please.

[@LindseySTX]

Thank you for such an honest review! With 2 littles I’m always hyper conscious of our hotel room noise level so we’ll definitely be sticking to our other go to resorts.

[@JenLefforge]

Funny story, but when the boys were young my least stressful WDW vacation was the year we stayed in the cabins at Ft. Wilderness! No walls to share, didn't have to yell at them to not run and jump, and I felt they could be their own free-range selves. I get this.

[@TheDisneyPrice]

Totally agree about the walls. They say if you stay in the main building, you can hear the Orchestra and Piano! I think that would get annoying after a while! But great video Jen!

[@JenLefforge]

Thank you for confirming my opinion that it wasn’t just that room - we thought about asking to be moved but we’re fairly certain we would have had the same situation and the hotel was fully booked!

[@kathyfowler7511]

I have stayed at Disney’s All Star Resorts where the smoking outside the room was so bad at night I woke up checking if my room was on fire.And the slamming of doors was unbelievable

[@annetterennee5617]

Thank you SO much for this!!! My husband and I are 27 and thinking of splurging on a deluxe as our final Disney trip before kids, it’s a lot of hard earned money!! I had always dreamed of the grand Floridian but I value my sleep as a super light sleeper, this would ruin my trip. You saved us a lot of money splurging on the grand!

[@davepalmatier1540]

Good to know about the thin walls. Thanks for the tip!

[@darisanshanger1616]

Just found you!! Awesome!! I can’t wait to catch up on your stuff.

[@amielawson8344]

We’ve stayed at AKL in a savanna view room before. That was worth every.single.penny. No sound issues, excellent service, and atmosphere....untouchable! We had giraffes outside our room every night.

[@daisycocoa2557]

The biggest problem I find with the GF is the lack of a lap pool, adult pool, quiet pool. They built a DVC and a convention area without adding another pool, hence crowded pools.

[@pattih6434]

Thank you so much for your honest review! I don’t think you were negative or ungrateful. This is how we learn from each other. 💕

[@MISSLEONAJB]

Hey Jen 🤗 I really appreciate your honesty. I heard people say about the hotel room feeling tired and needing updating but I haven’t heard about the paper thin walls. As a very light sleeper it’s good to know! Thank you 🥰 xxx

[@KrcDmd]

I more or less grew up in the Grand Floridian in the 90s and early 2000s. We always stayed in the main building (typically 3rd floor) with concierge. I don't remember ever having noise problems, but then again, it was the main building and the rooms in the 90s/00s were not nearly as expensive as they are now. Maybe the problems were because you were in one of the lodge buildings? Nevertheless, paper-thin walls are never good, and I have seen over the past three decades that the quality of the Grand Floridian has gone downhill. Sad times.

[@melissajmeli]

This is so good to know; thanks, Jen! I’d be much more inclined to stay at the Poly, AKL, or even Beach Club if I’m gonna go deluxe, but now I know to warn my friends too!

[@steveyoung627]

what a great reviewer. provides multiple perspectives and puts things in context.

[@JenLefforge]

What a kind comment, Steve. Thank you.

[@jonrussell1690]

Jen, I stayed at the GF back in between 2000-2007 during the the timeframe of the first two weeks of Dec (I can’t remember which week) but it was on the building the is across from Narcrossees and that building had an actual Princess with her entourage staying in that building as well. I remember paying $250 a night (the most I ever paid at the time for a hotel room) and loved it. Beds were so comfortable, and I had my niece with me and housekeeping did some great designs with the towels. The service was GREAT!! Now, I will tell you, knowing what the room cost now, I truly believe it’s a RIP OFF!!! If you’re going to pay $700 a night, you can stay at the Four Seasons or stay at the Waldorf Astoria at Bonnet Creek (pay less!). My fav resort is still Wilderness Lodge but if I was staying on Disney property, it would be Coronado Springs. I totally agree with you re paper thin walls. I noticed it more when I was up and getting ready vs coming back from the parks and just falling asleep.

[@kimberlybeckman7828]

Hi, wow, I love your honesty, just subscribed, thank you 😊

[@JenLefforge]

Thanks so much, Kimberly! So glad you're here!

[@SkyBlue-hx5zw]

We stayed at the Yacht Club the second week in May. A few days before our trip we got a call offering to “upgrade “ us to the Grand Floridian for no charge. We passed as we wanted to be able to walk to Epcot. Appears we made the right choice. 😄

[@darthemphatic4654]

We always enjoy spending time with you!

[@marieliebetrau8948]

Ooh, I've been waiting for this one since you teased it in your last video. Thanks!

[@JenLefforge]

My pleasure, Marie!

[@marioh7505]

Thanks for this helpful review Jen! I was going to consider this a hotel as a good place for my friends, Family, and I to stay in for several days when we go to Disney world next year, but because of this review, you persuaded me to look at other Disney resorts in the future. Thanks again and have a blessed one! 😃👍

[@rebeccaschauer2912]

Thank you for your honest opinion I stayed there for my 40th birthday and I had waited 40 years to stay there and I was so disappointed it just was not what I expected it to be paper thin walls the plumbing is so old takes forever to flush the toilet and they get water pressure in the shower or sink so not worth the money

[@graynadalin]

The problem with these rooms changing to hard surface floors (Hardwood) is the sound in the rooms will not be absorbed. Sounds will be louder in all resort locations.

[@brianhill2511]

My first stay at Disney's Grand Floridian was back in the summer of 1990! Disney's MGM Studios had just opened in 1989 and the entire Walt Disney World Resort experience was completely magical. In 1994 we then stayed at Disney's Wilderness Lodge (as it was brand new) and my family bought into DVC (Old Key West). From then on we've stayed at numerous resorts. But something has changed at Disney...much of it too much to discuss here. The crowds keep increasing while the prices keep going up...in a time when people have been displaced from work by our government.

[@terifabulous1206]

Great video - good to know for sure. I trust all your reviews Jen!

[@suziq4565]

Oh that is so funny. I am an extremely light sleeper so I really notice noise in hotel rooms. We had no problem at the Grand Flo, but it was horrid at Gran Destino Tower! I even asked to change rooms at GDT because the sound was so bad with the connecting door. Worst I’ve ever experienced.

[@JenLefforge]

Oh no! So sorry that happened!

[@staceymullins7043]

Completely 100% agree with being able to hear you neighbor. We literally did hear someone sneeze and could hear them in the bathroom. Crazy!!!

[@JenLefforge]

Yikes. Not very magical . . . 😂

[@gaylebuster1079]

We stayed at the Grand Floridian a couple of years ago. Our son was participating in the Disney College Program, so we got great rates and other discounts. Our room was on the ground floor overlooking the little boat dock. We could see the castle and fireworks from our patio. I missed not having a ceiling fan in our room to help with the humidity. If we go again, we would like to stay at the Poly.

[@c-tha-man9463]

Thanks for the honest review! I think that's why I prefer hearing reviews from Disney's fans who are not afraid to point out the negatives vs the Disney fans who are just apologists.

[@reighngold]

The DVC resort portion of this resort doesn't have the noise problem from what I've experienced. I think it's probably cuz it's newer, not sure what the rooms they are refurbing to be studios will be like though...

[@DisDivasMagicalAdventures]

I am so surprised it was so loud. That alone would not make me want to stay at the Grand. However, it's good to try out different resorts to see which you like. I think there are better options for DVC resorts.

[@anndavid2639]

Really appreciate your honest review. Thanks Jenn

[@mugglechris]

I have stayed at GF twice. The first was perfection so quiet and peaceful. This second time, I also had the same experience with noise. Neighbors arguing, door slamming and agree can hear potty time from neighbors. I was awoken several times, it was awful. The kids running up and down the halls screaming was off the charts! I called to complain, and since it was booked, I couldn’t move. Bummed it was just so not worth it this time.

[@jilldaubresse5873]

Thanks for your honest comments. We stayed there about 5 years ago in Boca Chica, and were disappointed to find the thin walls did disturb us a lot. Not from guests, but the staff had a "meeting place" close by and were very loud. Also we were quite shaken when we discovered that the patio door had been left open behind the heavy drapes by someone, and we didn't notice until day 2. I questioned my decision to spend so much money on a mediocre room, and agree that I will not return to this hotel. Too bad, really.

[@cschaad5]

YES! I am right there with you Jen! I too have stayed in a lot of different hotels and unfortunately most rooms I hear everything. (The curse of excellent hearing I guess). I even ask them politely to try and keep it down but unfortunately not everyone is polite back. And I am not the type of person an eye for an eye. So I suck it up. So much noise and when they get intimate and wake me up at 2:45am. Dear Lord! The trip is almost ruined. So YES I completely understand. 😤

[@melissasiegel9682]

Thanks for your candid review! Hope they will listen to the noise issue when they construct the DVC studios. Love your rainbow ears!

[@JenLefforge]

Me too as we have thought about adding on!! It’s a concern for sure.

[@tutuluvsminnie7129]

Hi Jen, I appreciate that you share what you experienced at the GF and give us information that will help us choose a resort when we go. They are all so expensive and i love honest input. We stayed at a 2 bedroom GF villa and did not experience any noise from our neighbors - not from the hallway nor bedroom walls. they were built at a different time and i guess they added more sound proofing. Let's hope they will address that issue when they convert the existing cash hotel building to more DVC studios. Love your channel!

[@JenLefforge]

I hope they do as we have considered adding on! Thank is for watching!

[@bevp3749]

Thanks for letting us know about Grand Floridian. We had that experience at Pop Century. Talking parents and screaming kids kept us awake most of the night. We didn’t care for Coronado because there was way too much walking to get anywhere. Exhausted by the time we got to the bus stop to head to the park. The worst came when they redirected everyone through the convention center to go anywhere. Thanks for your videos!

[@JenLefforge]

That's why we love the Gran Destino tower! A little more but a lot less walking. Thanks for watching!

[@gia9811]

Sorry your experience wasn't as expected. I have stayed there many, many , many times in different buildings and have never had a bad experience. No noise except occasional sound of monorail which we found soothing. In fact we stayed there back in March and loved it in spite of Covid restrictions. We love the convenience also.

[@rainbow20112011]

Hi Jen, Which Disney hotel do you like the most?

[@stephanieann9890]

Cannot believe you have raised almost 4K! Way to go!

[@JenLefforge]

I know!!!! So exciting!

[@PurpleRooster-cn9eq]

We've stayed at the GF quite a few times and haven't had the issue you did, paper thin walls, but I'm sure that did happen to you. I wonder if it depends on the building you're in?? We're headed back in October 2024, so I'll let you know if we have that problem. Thanks for the honest review!

[@PinsAcrosstheWorld]

Totally agree - a lot of the Disney hotels are the same regarding the noise though - although maybe not quite that bad - especially when the kids next door are having a tantrum at 4am!!!!

[@susanneville4669]

I completely agree with you on the paper thin walls