Grand Floridian Our HONEST Review

Yes, the Grand Floridian is a gorgeous hotel at Walt Disney World, but today I'm sharing why we will never stay there again. Point of clarification that I say in the video but will say here, too: we stayed in the hotel portion NOT in the DVC villas.
#GrandFloridian #WaltDisneyWorld #JenLefforge
My Patreon to support the channel and get LOADS of exclusive content / jenlefforge
My travel agent, Kim! www.passesandports.com
Where I get almost all my clothes (referral link, you'll get $25 off your first order and I'll get $25, too!) www.stitchfix.com/invite/cwpp...
Also I am now on Cameo so if you’d like to get a personalized video greeting for yourself or someone you care about head here: Check out my Cameo profile: www.cameo.com/jenlefforge
Here's how to find me on all the other things:
Instagram / ​​
Twitter / jenlefforge​​
Website (and for more info on KZbin coaching!) jenlefforge.com/​​
To reach me by mail: PO Box 5054, Alpharetta, GA 30023
Music provided by Epidemic Sound! www.epidemicsound.com
Comments are closely monitored.

[@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.

[@lauraf9860]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@gracekauffman4990]

I so appreciate this honest review.

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!!!!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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.

[@wrh41]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@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!

[@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. 💕

[@kristimccullough6715]

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

[@dianaisobel6468]

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

[@darisanshanger1616]

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

[@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! 😃👍

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@kristensmith80]

I’m thrilled to see your fundraiser doing so well!

[@Adamhitt]

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

[@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)

[@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!!!

[@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.

[@kaylaandmarkalan]

I’ve actually heard that a lot about the Grand. Thanks for being so honest!

[@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!

[@LoveUrSelf1986]

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

[@matthewheller9034]

This was interesting to hear.. This was a bucket list stay for me at the end of 2018. I paid the exorbitant holiday rate to stay and felt very similar... Amazing lobby, grounds and restaurants. Great location but the room was not impressive. The pool was packed and never a place for me to lay out the entire time I was there.. But mostly I just didn’t feel I had that special immersive experience of AKL or WL. It felt almost like a Grand Wyndham really....For me GF is now checked off and I won’t be back to stay in the rooms..only for the restaurants or spa..but I can’t wait to stay at AKL or WL again.

[@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.

[@jiminstoletaesgucci]

Wow! This helped me and I loved this video.

[@ParkorPlays]

Thank you for this honest review. I’ve never stayed there and it has always been on my bucket list, but I’m a VERY light sleeper and I need my rest after long Disney days!

[@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

[@melaniegollin2489]

Thank you so much! Appreciate the honest review. My husband and I always had the Grand Floridian on our Disney resort bucket list but if we wanted to be able to hear the guests in the next room sneezing, talking etc.. we would just stay at the Pop Century where we had the same awful experience and save hundreds per night

[@darthemphatic4654]

We always enjoy spending time with you!

[@anndavid2639]

Really appreciate your honest review. Thanks Jenn

[@marieliebetrau8948]

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

[@JenLefforge]

My pleasure, Marie!

[@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

[@tiffanyherron5710]

I enjoyed this video! It made me feel like I’m not alone in some of my thoughts on the GF! I stayed there in April 2021 and was a little let down. We had a 5th floor dormer room and it felt smaller but sort of castle vibes with the vaulted ceilings. The balcony was also smaller than the lower level rooms. We had issues with the shower and lights around the bathroom. I think my Disney dreaming self doesn’t want to admit that it was dated and not worth the price, but I really think that. Thanks for the video!!

[@JenLefforge]

Well I feel like a lot of people feel that way and I had never heard a bad review! Which is why I was (wait for it) SHOCKED. LOL

[@RochelleMitchellMiller]

Ding dang Jen, so sorry this was part of your stay. Thank you for the real and kind advice.

[@rainbow20112011]

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

[@kimberlybeckman7828]

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

[@JenLefforge]

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

[@meganquiah2547]

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

[@JenLefforge]

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

[@EH-ke3sl]

We are planning a trip during Christmas and debating between poly and gf.. heard great things of the grand Floridian during Christmas… we have 4 young kids ages 10 - 1 which would be best experience being our first time? We want the most magical experience? Thank you

[@silverfox5732]

We thank you for sharing your experience and I expect the rooms to be better than our less expensive counterparts, so again thank you 😊

[@gloriadorau4585]

thank you for your honesty, this really helped.

[@JamiesGirl1990]

We had this same experience at Wilderness Lodge. Walking down the hallway, we could hear everyone's conversations in the morning as all the families were getting ready for the day, with their doors closed. We also got to hear, clear as a whistle, our neighbors having "private time" 😳 We stayed on the new DVC side more recently, and did not have this issue

[@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. 😄

[@runahorsey]

Hi friend! This video brightened my day, it's always wonderful to sit down with a friend and chat about Disney!

[@JenLefforge]

I'm so glad!

[@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.

[@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!

[@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

[@terifabulous1206]

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

[@joannewilliams41]

Have been so excited to watch this 😃❤️xx

[@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.

[@meganflanny6188]

Thank you for your honest review!! I would be extremely upset if I payed that much to hear my neighbors. If I want to "share" a room with strangers I will stay in a hostel!

[@kat4393]

Thanks Jenn , for your recommendations :)

[@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

[@SulliVlogs]

Oh Jen, I'm so sorry you guys experienced that at GF! When we stayed we didn't have any issues with noise, but then again, we stayed in March so it was probably a lot quieter back then. Gran Destino is beautiful and great for the price! It would be perfect if it connected to the Skyliner or monorail.

[@jennr3850]

Thank you for this information. x x

[@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.

[@susanneville4669]

I completely agree with you on the paper thin walls

[@sprightlyblithe]

Do the rooms in the original DVC building have the same issue with thin walls?

[@susieq979]

Thank you so much for the review! This was very helpful as I'm starting to get add-on-itis and was thinking about buying into VGF next year, but had the same concern with wall thickness there based on it being converted from a hotel room. :)

[@JenLefforge]

The new DVC building is much better from what I'm hearing but YES how are they going to handle the converted hotel rooms? Definitely something to consider!

[@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!

[@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.

[@miguelromo4781]

Thanks for the honest review. I had a similar experience at the Contemporary. Outer building looked dated and elevators looked more like a Holiday inn… we were disappointed. Riviera exceeded my expectations and the one bedroom vila is a dream.

[@whatsup5446]

Thank you for your honest reviews about the Grand Floridian, Jenn. When Disney is charging that much for their deluxe signature hotel, it’s inexcusable for them to be staffed inadequately. Two items that I’ve always taken with me whenever I’m traveling: ear plugs and sleep masks. Also, thank you for the shout out for the Trevor project.

[@MandalorianFanboy]

We stayed at the GF in a DVC unit about 5 years ago and we didn’t notice this issue. Since that stay we have moved here to Orlando, and after spending much time at many other Disney resorts, if I ever move away, when I come back I will only stay at the Riviera Resort. It’s spectacular in every way, and since we are primarily Epcot and Hollywood Studios people...the skyliner access is wonderful. We used to own DVC with Beach Club as our home resort...which was great when our kids were little...but now that they are grown, I don’t think I’d stay there again either.

[@melaniemcintyre6115]

We stayed in conch key in a garden view in april. Our garden view was of the monorail and if you looked to the right, the castle was visible. We had no trouble with noise, but just outside our room was a designated smoking area. Our big problem was that the beach pool closed to capacity one afternoon (covid restrictions).

[@DoctorBella]

This is a great view! Thanks for sharing.

[@LaurensTravels]

Thanks for the honest review! I think it would be nice to stay one night during Christmas just to wake up and smell the lobby lol but yeah sleep quality is the most important! Out of my price range anyway. The Poly is still my dream resort to stay in!

[@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!

[@Leamoyer]

Have you tried the VGF on the DVC building? Would love to get updates to your previous videos.. :)

[@heididaily7434]

This is very good to know. My family has stayed twice at the Grand Floridian in the Sugar Loaf building and had a great experience, we did not have any problems with noise from neighbors and they had a stroller parked outside of the room, so they had at least one little one with them. But it is very good to know that not all buildings and rooms at the Grand are of equal quality.

[@JenLefforge]

YES several on here have said Sugar Loaf was quiet. I think it's that building??

[@jfc5331]

Did you run on the path. I'm curious if you can run from contemporary to ttc and back?

[@JenLefforge]

It was too hot for me but you totally could!!!!

[@carlyparker2023]

Love the honest feedback and it fits with other reviews I've read. I expect I'll stick with my usual: visit GF and enjoy a meal and wander, then go back to stay elsewhere 😉

[@JenLefforge]

Wise choice, Carly! Thanks for watching!

[@michael9000]

Gift shopping at other hotels is fun to me.

[@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!

[@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.

[@rickfromjersey]

Jen, Since you mentioned the Polynesian have you been there since the post renovation were completed in October 2022?

[@steveyoung627]

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

[@JenLefforge]

What a kind comment, Steve. Thank you.

[@elizabethnieves2112]

We just came back from staying at a DVC villa in the WL. We loved it!

[@texmexfla]

Thanks for making this video. Location, location, location, is the key. We also wish the resort had more TLC, because a refurbishment is long overdue. Prior to the pandemic we toured the resort and cleanliness and maintenance were seriously lacking. 100% agree with your video!

[@houmanj]

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

[@kirstenbower7757]

Thanks for the insight Jen!!!

[@AshleyTravis]

Thank you for your honesty! The bed and the noise is a huge deal to us - this is why we will never stay at Hard Rock again no matter how nice the rest of the hotel is. I have thought, based on other people's videos, that GF is not worth the money, not until they do some room updates, and especially now that I hear it was loud, real bummer! Thanks again!

[@julie2673]

Thank you for your honesty. Very good to know.

[@JennaKennedy]

1000% agree with your assessment and thanks for being brave and telling us!

[@JenLefforge]

the whole time I was like WAIT have people said this and I wasn't listening?!?!

[@geofferypmeyers]

I felt the same way about the Disneyland hotel 😬 I’ve stayed at tons of cheap hotels and never been somewhere so noisy. Slept horribly with a baby crying for an hour next door

[@texasboy5117]

We go to Europe several times a year, and really like the old classic 5 star hotels. Most are in the €400 to €550 per night range. We want the room to be very nice and above all quite. We agree 100% with you.

[@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.

[@ellajohnson6254]

Thank you! I love your vlogs ❤️