Here's What It's REALLY Like to Stay in a Disney World Hotel!

[@pokemondimensions1297]

When I was little I would bring my Mickey Mouse stuffed animal with me to Disney world, but would leave him behind in the room so I didn’t lose him. I always found it funny when I would come into the room, and Mousekeeping had done something to show what Mickey had ‘done’ while I was gone. We come back one day he’s wearing my light up Mickey ear hat, we come back another he’s got my DS in front of him, implying he had been playing video games all day XD to this day I still find it cute when they do that and I loved it when I was little

[@seungie7459]

As an adult, I want to try this myself 😂

[@glacethedoggo]

They would do this when I bring my Stitch stuffed animals to the hotels. I mean they still do it, even though I'm 19, and it really makes me happy, especially after a long day at a park

[@ArtfullyGifted]

I do that too!

[@kylemorello4787]

XD that's so cool!

[@juliepoolie5494]

Back in 1974 we stayed at the Golf Resort which is now the Shades of Green military hotel. We would come back from the park and Housekeeping would tuck my Raggedy Ann in bed or have her coloring with my coloring book and crayons. Back then, housekeeping would leave mini rolls of peppermint lifesavers on your pillow. Annie was often surrounded with rolls of mints! Such a fun memory.

[@Sandydnb]

Aj, I would love it if you did a dfb guide to adulting in Disney, like best night spots to go too for romantic meals or for a few drinks an a show or more of a party atmosphere something like that.

[@vanessavalosv]

J Sandberg love this idea! I am going with my boyfriend for a 9 day getaway and would love theese tips

[@BeautyMommysUnite]

Same. My kids are still really little so me and my husband are thinking of going by ourselves the first time. So we can see all we want to see, not have the little ones to lug around, and scope out the land for when they do go. Also it's a lot cheaper so if they won't remember it anyway, why not save 3 grand.

I would like this video too. Hubby and I r bringing our Son in October 2020. He will b almost 4, but when he goes to bed and stays with Grandma, what can hubby and I do when parks close?

[@chelsealongoria6280]

I would love an adult guild to Disney! I’ve always gone with my family and my fiancé has never been so I would love to make it a better for him to experience.

[@MusicalRomancegrl]

Yes! I really want to take my best friend on a grown up girls trip to disney world one day so this would be perfect!

[@paul28177]

As a foreigner the idea of tipping causes me anxiety...when on holiday you’re already on a budget you dont want to tip too much but you also dont want to tip too little. Why cant employers just pay their staff the correct amount for the work they do rather than making them rely on tips :-(

[@ShalmendoGlineux]

Unfortunately Capitalists have normalized putting the burden of paying wages partly onto the customers! This allows them to pay much less to those hard working people, expecting the customers to pick up the burden. Unfortunately tipping is viewed very differently by different people, and some may think they're tipping well, when they're actually under tipping, and the general variances involved mean a lot of these tipped staff have to find other jobs to make ends meet. I personally feel like this should be abolished and workers should be paid decent wages to begin with instead of needing to beg customers to slip them an extra dollar or two to help pay the rent and feed their kids.

[@maximilian9295]

Only in certain states. In WA for example, waiters, everyone gets a living wage. So a waitress will earn 15 and tips. In so many places, it has become a requirement or you feel shame. Even when you do everything yourself people still expect 20%, even if the service was terrible. Getting out of the US for a little relieved so much anxiety about the tipping.

[@carolk3185]

I view tipping as a way to reward someone for doing a good job, or going above and beyond what was expected. Even the people that earn a living wage, eg hairdressers, dog groomers, should get a tip if they do a good job. Americans tip lots of professions, not just people we view as being underpaid. It’s kind of hard wired into us, but I can definitely see how it would be nerve wracking for someone not used to the idea.

[@ShalmendoGlineux]

@@carolk3185 I agree with this, but it shouldn't be a REQUIRED part of making a livable wage...one should be able to live without needing to hope for tips each day that they may not get because their clientiele may not be dispositioned twoards tipping, or tipping very much. I once watched a waitress try not to cry when some jerk kept slipping dimes into her apron as 'tips' and then left no cash on the table. She must have made a dollar on tips from him.

[@jaymejohnson2375]

The idea is to get better service. The better job they do, the more they make in tips. If it were a flat salary what would be the incentive?

[@JokesInBase13]

As a person with thick hair, I LOVE the big refillable bottles because it means there's FINALLY enough product for me to actually WASH my hair, LOL!

[@shellpeters4046]

Do you use a bottle pet wash?

[@nomdeplume5582]

I loved taking the little bottles home but you're right - they'd squirt out a small amount and you couldn't get the rest out unless you put water in, but that would overflow and.... Conditioner was even harder. Especially since half the time I used the lotion by accident. Ah, first world problems.....

[@rachellochness]

We stayed at Pop Century and it was great. Room was pretty standard but frankly all we needed were beds and a bathroom as we spent most of our time in the parks. Food was a lot better than I expected. Also pop has direct buses to and from the parks without stopping at any other hotels which was nice. I don’t really see the appeal of the more expensive hotels because we really didn’t do much in our rooms except sleep. For us getting the cheaper hotel option meant we could get the deluxe dining plan!

[@jazexplores]

rachellochness is that to all the parks or just certain ones ???

[@rachellochness]

@@jazexplores sorry for the late reply! yes the buses went to all the parks :)

[@dnola6887]

One thing of note: At the Caribbean Beach Resort, ever since it was refurbished, there have been Coca-Cola Freestyle machines available throughout the resort. Meaning that if you want a refill of something after coming back from Extra Magic Hours and having monorail breakdowns not get you back to the room via your car until after 3:00 a.m., you can get a refill.

[@stephensmith3111]

As an widower, empty-nester, and now retiree going solo, a small room is not a problem. Last trip (12/2017, value season between Thanksgiving and Christmas) I stayed at the All Star Movies resort in a ground level room in the Toy Story Woody building. The room was nice and clean and the food court was fine the 2 times I ate there. I use Magical Express from/to the airport and Disney bus system to get around (oh yeah, and MONORAIL! . . . sorry, my squirrel! moment) so I don't have to deal with a car. Is it the ultimate Disney experience? Of course not, but it is still a Disney experience without having to dip too deeply into the nest egg. Cheap and cheerful.

[@haihai9022]

Sorry about your loss

[@haihai9022]

@@stephensmith3111 Yeah. How does it feel being a grandfather?

[@stephensmith3111]

@@haihai9022 It's great! My daughter is married to a good man and their baby is the cutest, snuggliest little girl since her mother. Teensie Sweetie: the Next Generation. =//=ProudPapa

[@aquagamer1212]

Stephen Smith Are you going to go with your Granddaughter to WDW? 💙

[@stephensmith3111]

@@aquagamer1212 6-months-old now is quite a bit too young, I think. 6-years-old for our daughter's first trip to W.D.W. was about perfect, she was old enough to appreciate it with the unalloyed joy only little kids still know. They live in the San Francisco Bay area, so Disneyland in Anaheim would probably be a better choice when the time is right. Mama and Dada will know best when that is, Papa defers to their wisdom. Plus I have never been to Disneyland myself and I really want to go there. The World can wait a while. My son-in-law studied in France for a while, and they went to Disneyland Paris when she went over to visit him a few years ago. They got me a nice bilingual book as a souvenir. And there is also DisneyLand/ DisneySea in Japan. But realistically, transoceanic trips are beyond my financial means, California and Florida are pushing things. Still one can dream (and watch KZbin).

[@Splemma]

Do any teens/kids like me watch these? Or is this an adult thing? Lol I just want to be prepared for my next Disney trip 😂

[@jaclynwooton5659]

I think you're me in the past. You're looking at your future kid. Go ahead and go into financial planning or really anything with the word "planning".

[@nesskri3947]

😂 my sister and I (both 17) love to watch these together, esp rn due to ms Rona

[@chloerian]

I’m a teen lol, yes we watch

[@KeepCalmContemplateYourChoices]

I watch this and I'm 11.

[@thecookiegirlgamer8851]

I do! Im 13 almost 14

[@carolenehaynes5566]

I stayed at Animal Kingdom Lodge in a two bedroom 2 bathroom and it was huge. There was a full kitchen and it was so nice.

[@carolenehaynes5566]

I don’t remember but it is a deluxe resort and you can find it on the Disney website

[@olivierrvd5567]

best hotel in WDW

[@emmasettle4506]

Would be great to know know more about the disabled access rooms 🙏🏻

[@catscaz7710]

They are great from my experience! We got a room on the ground floor. I dont need a lot so just ask and explain what you need when you make you're reservation

[@Lex35680]

It should be noted that the Magic bands are only mailed to your home if you live in the USA. They will have the Magic Bands for international visitors when you arrive to your resort upon check in.

[@playboymaxim]

I think WDW should start structuring themselves as a all-inclusive type resort. Pay one price for accomodatons, park tickets and food and charge based on double occupancy, similar to the way cruise lines operate. WDW clearly sets itself up as a stand-alone vacation destination and does their level best to keep you on property.

[@mprrx]

You can bundle of course, meals, tickets. If you were to drive. Parking fees of course. The longer your stay, the better it comes to tickets pricing...and of course tickets for those extra special magic hours. Basically you make it all inclusive as you wish.

[@colormedubious4747]

That would price a lot of people out of the WDW experience.

[@playboymaxim]

@@colormedubious4747 Like that isn't already happening lol

[@colormedubious4747]

@@playboymaxim A lot MORE people, then.

[@caebae7770]

wow this might be a good idea now since of everything that’s been going on !! it can help reduce crowd sizes

[@ik_yk_minho]

I remember I went to Disney and we stayed at pop century, it was our family of 6 (counting me) and my 2 grandparents. We got 2 rooms next to each other and it was nice to have rooms next to each other, but my magic band opened the wrong room and it was messed up but that was all that I "did not like" it was kinda annoying but now too much.

[@lisao1032]

Last week I stayed at Port Orleans French Quarter and loved it. It was so quiet and beautiful.

[@bobbies4687]

Lisa O I totally agree

[@pegleg09able]

My sister took me on a trip to WDW last week (November 10-15) as my retirement gift. I taught school for 35 years and she thought it would be perfect for me...IT WAS!!!!. We stayed at Port Orleans French Quarter. I loved it. The pool was great...not to crowded. It is so nice to go swimming in November and not worry too much about sunburns. It was a lovely and memorable trip.

[@ninjamaster3453]

What's it like? Imagine this large vacuum sound coming out of your wallet.

[@Sophie-gn8jw]

Ninja Master this is one of the best comments I've read

[@ArtfullyGifted]

Lol

[@jadoyon]

It's actually pretty reasonably priced (if you do not stay at the deluxe resorts) if you factor in the car rental and parking if you were to stay off property.

[@brandianderson8508]

@@jadoyon Well, if you stay off property you can eat at McDonald's instead of eating at all the Disney restaurants. Plus you have to pay to park when you stay at Disney anyways. Just saying....

[@ahavens2463]

🤣

[@iceviking8280]

Old Key West By far my favorite location. The rooms are so spacious, the environment outside is peaceful and beautiful, ferry to Disney Springs and of course the regular bus service. It’s our favorite. Always gotta hit up Olivia’s cafe for our first meal. Three different pools. If you’ve never stayed at Old Key West, it’s worth it. Give it a try.

[@Bex84]

I get that guests love the Disney H20 items... I do too... but if you want to take some of it home with you, just go to Wal-Mart or Target, get you a small travel size bottle and fill it up and take it home with you.

[@myshreksbox]

Mrs. Bennett you can get it online they have a site on the back of the hotel room bottles

[@xhpy6760]

Bethany, I like Mrs. Bennett’s idea better. After all, Disney wants to save the environment by cutting down on using ‘one use’ plastic containers, right?

[@venusqueen2610]

that or get a bucket cause that stuffs nice😂

[@slcRN1971]

Dusk Raccoon : I also collected them to give to my maternity patients who had gone into labor unexpectedly and had not even had time to pack anything for their stay with us. They always appreciated these.

[@bryonyamada2620]

--I found that the All Star Resorts are great for couples or singles (if you want to save some money and stay on property) --11:06 I've working in the resorts services. If you leave a mess in your room and you come back and the place is cleaned up (PLEASE leave a tip). Housekeeping gets paid by the rooms (not by the hour) so if they have to spend more time because your room is a mess thats less room they can get done in that day. Also if you come back later and they haven't hit your room, once again most likely got held up by a messy room. --Late Check out is great but remember this can swing both ways as it may be the REASON why you can't check in just yet when you get there.

[@loriw2661]

I cannot sufficiently express what a game changing experience it is to stay at a Disney resort. I’ve stayed at The Grand Floridian 9 times, Animal Kingdom at least 10 times, camped at Fort Wilderness more times than I can count and the last time I went (about 2 months ago) my daughter and I just went for the day. Well, we’ll never do that again!! It’s completely different when you stay a couple nights on property. You’re more relaxed, you can go to your room anytime to rest, etc. It’s my favorite place in the world and I’m so lucky to live only 2 hours away. It’s what I save money to do as much as I can. I’m 58 years old and get just as excited as I did when I was a kid. It’s super expensive but, if you can swing it, it’s soooo worth it!!! The only one I’ll never be able to afford is the new Star Wars hotel. At $3,300. PER PERSON for 2 nights, I can’t swing that or justify it.

[@brendajos]

I love Pop Century. I stayed there last year in October ...solo...and every time I go in to plan my next visit, I still pick Pop. I don't need much and the room is spacious for me. I booked a preferred room so it wasn't TOO far away from the lobby. I did get turned around nearly every time I went to my room though...but that's probably because I am dumb more than anything...lol. I also liked that there were no other stops between the hotel and the parks. It was easy to predict when the bus would be at the park for pickup.

[@mtgAzim]

Room temps are usually in the low 70°'s? Pfff... Wheres my 68° gang?

[@morganfredrich9055]

mtgAzim nah 65%

[@mtgAzim]

@@morganfredrich9055 Agreed, 68° is being diplomatic.

[@emmasettle4506]

What’s that in celsius? Lol

[@alexasmith6783]

mtgAzim 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@teaganscott3928]

@@emmasettle4506 70° is 23° 68° is 20° its pretty warm

[@jilldaubresse5873]

I really like the Opt Out for housekeeping. We don't need our sheets changed every day, just fresh towels and trash emptied. I also like that most if not all resorts are losing the carpets. I think rooms are actually cleaner without them. I want to thank all those Bell Services cast members over the years for their EXEMPLARY service.

[@sgist7824]

If you opt out, do towels and rubbish still get taken out for you, or do you still have to do it yourself?

[@jaclynwooton5659]

@@sgist7824 just call housekeeping (number on your in room phone) and request new towels and trash pick up. I would call the night before and request towels & trash pick up for next morning. Then I'd put the trash & used towels out by the door on our way out in the morning for pick up. They'd leave a bag of fresh towels tied to door handle and I'd get at the end of my day.

[@sgist7824]

@@jaclynwooton5659 Thanks just hoping for now that this virus doesn't affect this bucket list trip 😔

[@jaclynwooton5659]

@@sgist7824 I'm praying it doesn't!! I live in an area that has just experienced our first case. I literally live in the town of that case. Our community has decided to self quarantine when possible in hopes of declining the volume of illness here. I hope that because of these measures across the nation there can be a bit a control with this.

[@sgist7824]

@@jaclynwooton5659 I'm concerned as to how the media are handling it, given how dangerous regular flu is in comparison

[@mavinajfan]

I stayed at the Pop Century this summer and I really liked it. The people at the desks were nicer than anyone at a hotel I've ever been too even helping me re-book my room since my flight was cancelled so I arrived a day late. They didn't tell us the 2nd bed was a Murphy bed though but we figured it out and the food was a lot better than I expected in the cafeteria there. There were a lot of choices and it was expensive but it tasted really good. Plus they give you soooo much food like more fries than I've ever seen in my life with my burger. Next time my sister and I go to Disney we are planning to stay at a moderate hotel but I wouldn't mind the Pop century again. We just want to do something different. Plus teachers, which I am, get a discount at the Swan hotel which I wish I knew before I booked.

[@Kit_EM]

I haven’t tried POP yet but Art of Animation is currently one of my favorite resorts and I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at All Star last year. The ambiance of AKL and the Boardwalk are amazing but at the end of a long day I actually prefer the much smaller budget resorts.

[@bobbies4687]

Allie Powell how much discount do teachers get?

[@mavinajfan]

@@bobbies4687 I read somewhere that teachers get a 15% discount but don't quote me on that, they don't have the discount listed on their website, just a phone number for people to call and ask. I also started looking and saw that the Value resorts sometimes also offer a discount for teachers and nurses too. Dang, I wish I knew before I booked my trip. At least I know for next time.

[@emilythevlogger9720]

We just got back from staying at the animal kingdom lodge jambo house we had a savannah room all I can say is magical

[@estherlarson8568]

How is the weather right now?

[@emilythevlogger9720]

Esther Larson the weather was lovely a few days ago but has started getting darker but don’t think it’s gonna directly hit Orlando luckily but theme parks and airports are monitoring the storm

[@melissalytle2998]

I am going to be in Disney from Thanksgiving to Dec 7. From Dec 5th thru the 7th we are staying in a savannah room at Animal Kingdom Lodge!! I hope our stay will be just as magical.

[@emilythevlogger9720]

Melissa Lytle you will love it one day we had a reservation so we had to go to the Polynesian and there was no buses at that time so Disney provided us with our own bus and yes it was lovely waking up every morning to see animals outside

[@colleenosullivan857]

Melissa Lytle we went at thanksgiving last year. Be prepare for more people in one place on the face of the planet. I could not believe how crowded it was. The Christmas party is worth it

[@lilyarnberg8301]

You can also ask for the individual amenities from the front desk when you stay there!! I know this from our stays! Hopefully this saves people some money! 😀

[@veronicajude]

This is the one thing as a local that I miss out on! 😭 I spent a third of my time (especially in the summer months!) at the resorts eating, drinking and hanging out between park hops so I’m very thankful for them even though I rarely stay overnight.

[@janwatkins2210]

I love staying on grounds. It is worth it for my family. When the grand kids get tired Granddad loves to volunteer and take them back for a nap.

[@sjt5059]

After watching this, it seems like if you’re traveling with a car to Disney and don’t have an annual pass, it’ll be best to stay at a Disney hotel. Even though they charge resort fees, every hotel in Orlando does now. Some also charge both a resort fee and parking fee per day. But if you don’t have a pass that means you’re also paying for theme park parking. Plus, these hotels in Orlando aren’t cheap. So you’ll actually save a bit of money staying at a value Disney hotel! And they’re amazing!

[@sjt5059]

Audrey Martin I agree! I recently spent a night offsite because my friend was able to get us a big discount, however with all the hidden fees it was just as expensive as a Disney hotel, and not as nice by any means. And like you mentioned, distance! It was super close to the park but it still had a ridiculous amount of morning traffic.

[@juliescholfield6196]

Thank you for doing this video. While I'm not new to staying on property, I am new to the magic band & my Disney experience app. This video answered the last questions I had that were still looming for my trip in 2020.

[@kimmccarthy7747]

Something to think about when selecting a room at the Caribbean Beach: the building are two stories tall and they have no elevators. I found out at check in that I was given and second story room, and I immediately imagined myself having to climb stairs at the end of the day. Or, in the case of families, dragging up a stroller. So I asked for, and eventually got, a first floor room.

[@tyresedavis6234]

Thanks so much for the video! You literally answered all of my questions :)

[@scottrousseau496]

This was an awesome video. Chock full of great information. Thank you!

[@MouseATX]

I don’t know what you mean about small children taking up less space. Their bodies may be smaller but their stuff takes up so much more space.

[@candycemonroe7345]

I would add more likes if I could. I loved the day I could stop carrying a diaper bag.

[@jeffreyroot7346]

Amen!

[@dgreen04]

Surprised this one perk wasn't mentioned....airline check in. I believe at every resort you can check in to your flight and even check your luggage. You will get your boarding passes and when the magical express drops you off, you will just have your carry on. Also makes it nice if you're like me and my family and like to make the last day worthwhile with a late day flight.

[@greenmonstersfly]

We JUST came back and we stayed at Coronado Springs. They were amazing all around! We were so happy we stayed there!

[@tech34756]

DVC pool hopping is still restricted, it used to be more open but now e.g. Polynesian Resort is now prohibited. Also, heads up if staying at OKW in a 1+ bedroom, the Whirlpool bath did not have the bath staff near it, so I used a glass from another bath/shower. Word of caution if staying at OKW, going to other resorts may make rooms feel smaller.

[@Adventurous-Emma]

My friend and I stayed in a disneyland hotel for her birthday and the woman checking us in got this little sparkle in her eye and said "I'm gonna go see if I can make some magic happen." Best moment of my life waiting there to see what the magic was. She upgraded our room so we were facing California Adventure and we could watch world of color out the window! It was incredible!!

[@Cupcakemeg]

thank you for posting all these helpful videos. I am going to Disney for the first time in Sept 2020 and these answer so many questions!

[@klcampy]

FYI, Room service is amazing at Universal hotels. And if you stay on the Rock Royalty floor at the Hard Rock, they provide free food and drinks which more than makes up for the higher price of those rooms. Considering the Universal hotels also include fast passes, and you can walk to the Universal Parks they are a great deal IMO. They do provide free transportation to Disney too. I have only stayed at the moderate Disney hotels, so I will have to try deluxe to make a true comparison.

[@JamieMiles_southmainmuse]

When my sister and I were at Animal Kingdom Lodge for a short stay Feb 2019 (my Xmas gift to her), we arrived back at hotel v late the night before check out. We went to desk before our room and asked for late check out. He suggested 1pm. So we got a nice leisurely morning and at least two hours + at the pool before we left. So nice. Definitely depends on time of year and day of week but certainly doesn’t hurt to ask.

[@coffeeNTrees]

$5 per cart load is a good tip for bell service. Former resort manager here. Tip 'mousekeeping' each day. 1%-3% of your average daily rate. , as 'mousekeeping' managers in most resorts will go into the room to collect the tips and give it to the person that was working that shift, or pool it with other tips left on that day for that day's employees. Also consider leaving a larger tip (5% of your average daily rate) at the end of your stay as deep cleaning will be done once you check out.

[@Stuffilikegood]

Lets Go Flying 3% of a 500$ a night room? 15$ a day to clean the room? Are you serious? Some rooms are way more. That’s way too much. 3-5$ a day is more than enough.

[@coffeeNTrees]

@@Stuffilikegood pretty sure I said 1 to 3. wait, let me look. yup. so $5 a day is too much in a $500 a night room chief? How about you? Are you serious? RELAX you will live longer. You think it's ok to spend 5 bills on a room for one night but not to over tip the low wage employee that cleans it and who will most likely never be able to afford to stay there? Maybe you should visit Wall St. instead.

[@myshreksbox]

We stayed in the contemporary last year for a dad and daughter trip and I think they noticed how much I was loving the trip and my Disney bounding and they left us little towel animals and I left one of my pairs of sunglasses on the desk in our room and put them on an elephant they left us. My dad and I lived for the contemporary he wanted to stay in it since the park opened when he was a kid he loved the design and everything about it and the room was perfect sized for us(2 adults) and the desk was perfect sized for me to spread out what I needed. I looked in the room service menu and almost passed out from the price of just a small pizza

[@HeidiSKulesh]

Love this - even though I've stayed at all different price points, MANY times, was still cool to see, and especially for newbies, or somebody who hasn't stayed on property. I love the "Murphy bed that converts into a table" you mentioned at the beginning. I know you also mentioned the standalone bed is now a queen - is the Murphy also a queen, or a full/double? One of the reasons I adore OKW (a lot of people down it because it's the oldest) besides the "laid back" ambiance, and the ability to park outside your unit, is the size of the units!! I stayed years ago, with 4 adult females in a room at the BC, (I slept on a daybed), and that's the max Id want to put into that room, sharing the same bathroom. If I were to ever splurge, and stay at the Poly, I would DEFINITELY get the room service Ohana'! Just like years ago, when a freind and I splurged and spent 2 nights at AKL in a savannah view - we also splurged for room service breakfast to leisurely enjoy, and watch the animals - TOTALLY worth it - still a favorite WDW memory for me, all these years later! :) I'll say it for the billionth time - I STILL miss Bonfamille's Cafe at POFQ, especially for breakfast!!!

[@halofan987654321]

We stay at AKL Savanna view about 90% of the times we go. Trying out a one bedroom in two months and got a feeling it's gonna be a must have after we are done lol

[@RunawaybabyDOLL]

Something to keep in mind with all-star resorts being SO SPREAD OUT... we had a similar issue. I’m a person with a disability but we booked a room at all star movies. They gave us a mighty ducks room which as you know is super super far away from the lobby. We noticed that we were actually very close to the all star music resort and we wound up going over there for a lot of things including transportation and food. It 100% beat constantly walking all the way back to the lobby especially being disabled!

[@A.R.B.J.]

Coronado Springs is one that can have a very long walk from room to lobby. Much of the walk will be outside exposed to the elements.

[@robertofenloch9595]

I found this out the last time I went. I was in building 7, and had no idea a non-deluxe resort could be so huge.

[@farah_lynn]

I suggest opting out of mousekeeping, I don't need somebody to clean my room every day and the extra money back is nice! Also avoiding that awkward moment when they walk in on you getting ready or something

[@robertofenloch9595]

They never walk in on you if you put the "Occupied" sign on the door handle outside the room. Or at least, they shouldn't.

[@UncleAL86]

Can you do a video about recommendations for single visitors. Looking at doing a solo trip in 2021 and love these videos.

[@smallworldadventures1985]

We check into Animal Kingdom Lodge Sunday for our first on-site stay ever! So excited and have been bingeing on your videos to learn all the things. Thanks for so much great info.

[@Ira88881]

Sarah Nisley You’re going to love it! Enjoy!

[@maggiemoran7747]

always bumping up the attendance, but how will the parks and restaurants accommodate? How will they handle an already stressed system with lots of impatient guests?

[@sminthian]

We used to sneak into Stormalong Bay at the Yacht and Beach Club when I was a kid, but then in the mid-90's they started really cracking down on checking wristbands to use it.

[@Cobaiiin]

On my first time at Disney World, I went to Old Key West, and let me tell you; It's nice. -There is a bathtub with jets. -A pull-out couch that is maybe queen size. -Balcony. -There are bus stops EVERYWHERE. It's so convenient. -There is a counter-service place near it called Good's Food To-Go, and everything there is so good. -There is also a restaurant there called Olivia's and the sweet tea there is PERFECT. The food there is awesome, and the staff is so friendly. -Boat Rides. The boat rides take you form the resort to Disney Springs. -There is a gift shop near the lobby. I think I covered it, but Old Key West is worth the money.

[@yagamiapologist]

Kurt Cobain im about to go back to disney tomorrow to old key west for the 2nd time and i agree w you, it’s spaciously amazing!

[@Farmboy4630]

Thanks for letting my live vicariously through your channel.

[@mdf3530]

The turtle pool (one of the smaller quiet pools) at OKW is open 24 hours

[@iceviking8280]

Mike Fangman Yep. Little Turtle Pond. A lot of memories there. Old Key West is the best as far as my family’s concerned.

[@mdf3530]

Ice Viking We only went to the Sandcastle Pool (and the Copper Creek pool at Wilderness Lodge- my sister is a DVC member) because we were near the Hospitality House and could walk right there. BTW the slide at the Sandcastle Pool very fun. Much better than the one at the Copper Creek pool. I prefer to go down in a sitting position and the tube part at the Copper Creek pool wasn't as big.

[@jennifertoledo7797]

The weird, used-to-be-a-closet room has to be at Beach club, and I’ve stayed there. I thought I was going crazy the whole time, and now I feel validated!

[@colormedubious4747]

Staying at the All-Stars was like staying at a really clean Motel 6 but with more amenities. No complaints.

[@bryonyamada2620]

I also liked the All Star. Food was good and rooms were very comfortable.

[@normaryan7717]

@@bryonyamada2620 I also loved the theming because it made us feel like we were in the Disney experience even when we came black from the parks because we are big disney fans. Looking forward to staying in a family suite in the All-Star music or art of animation after covid as they look lovely. Like the more green approach too that wasn't there on our Las trip

[@TheTechhX]

Thanks about that kidani village tip! I just changed the preferences because of that. I definitely would not like to walk 15 minutes through hallways if i dont have to.

[@louisagalaska5713]

We stayed at an Allstar Movies remodeled room Dalmatians. What a pleasant surprise! It was really nice!

[@MelindaDH143]

Louisa Galaska did your room have a fridge? We’re going in three weeks!!

[@louisagalaska5713]

Melinda DH Yes it did!

[@HerHollyness]

I'll forewarn anyone going in summer/stormy season what it's really like staying in a value resort, as I found this out to my detriment on my stay a couple of weeks ago. All the walkways are exposed the elements, so if it's absolutely pouring with rain, thundering and lightning outside, there is no way to get from your room to the food court without getting soaking wet (ponchos make no difference in that weather) or potentially endangering yourself by using an umbrella. Furthermore, the in-room food delivery won't come out in those conditions. So unless you want to eat your dinner soaking wet, you're going to bed hungry. BIG downside that NO ONE tells you. My recommendation if you can't afford more than a value (like me) - stay off site in a hotel that will provide actual room service when there is a storm!

[@robertofenloch9595]

Don't forget the bus stops. I stayed at Coronado Springs last time, the bus stop had benches and a covered roof to sit under while you waited. It's not like that at the All-Stars, so if it's bad weather outside and you're waiting for the bus...eek!

[@ShalmendoGlineux]

Disney resorts really are a little extra special from what I've seen... I've heard a lot of stories about how great they are. But I also want to point out something, not to be controversial or say AJ is wrong, but how much time will you actually spend awake and enjoying your hotel room? I guess I'm a super practical person because I don't put a lot of emphasis on how fancy or magical my room is, since I honestly am not going on a Disney vacation to enjoy the hotel rooms. There's A LOT more that's way more important, i.e. the parks themselves, restaurants, etc, and I really only go to the room to relax or sleep, so having an amazing (and probably expensive) room isn't going to be particularly useful. Every room provides the same basics; a place to sleep, a functional bathroom, housekeeping, and so on. You're not going to stay up all night admiring the view you may have, or the design of the room, you're far more likely to SLEEP through most of your time there and be out doing stuff shortly after waking, dressing, and grooming. Not to say I'm incapable of enjoying a fancy room, I just don't think it's worth paying SO MUCH! You could save that money and go eat at a restaurant or maybe buy an event ticket instead. Granted some people will probably appreciate the fancier rooms far more then I would, and I think that's perfectly fine. It's really down to what will make YOU (and your family) happy! If you want to spend the extra money on a fancier room, go ahead! If it makes you and yours happier to put more of your budget to it, that's what matters. Personally, I'd rather spend some of that money on a souvenir or an extra experience or something. But if the room is an important part of your experience, go for it! I'm mainly pointing out that the room's purpose is mainly for sleeping and you likely won't be spending a full day in your room, barring sickness or exhaustion (and in that state you may not care how fancy the room is anyway). You COULD save a decent amount of money and have some extra budget as a result to spend on other things you may find more important, so consider those details when you're pondering whether you just want or actually NEED a bit of extra square footage, or the fancy theme of a pirate/royal room, etc. Kids will probably enjoy those details more then most adults who could see that getting a cheaper room leaves more money for other things. Kids can certainly make a huge difference in this and a little extra floor space could make a difference between bored kids and a place to put down some painters tape for some Hot Wheels roadways to keep them busy, or they might feel the Disney magic was even more special when their room was so well decorated. On another note, for families, booking a room with a kitchenette or other ability to store and prepare food could actually save a decent amount of money if you're willing to do the cooking and everything involved. I know lots of people want to get away from the daily grind, including making meals, so this may not be very enticing, but if you can buy groceries and make your own dinners (anytime, even, no getting in late and feeling like there's no where to eat) you can save a good amount of money compared to all restaurants all the time. If the rules allow it, I could see myself bringing a small induction cook top and a pan to make eggs each morning or something so I don't have to rent a room with a full kitchenette. It's a totally personal decision, but again I personally feel like the money could be better spent elsewhere and wanted to give some of my reasoning so hopefully someone could see my points and potentially see the value in going for a cheaper room and using that money in a different area of their budget instead. Like I said, I don't see a point in paying for such a fancy room when you're really only going to be sleeping there for the most part. But it's still a very personal decision.

[@pegbutwin7189]

Shalmendo Excellent points all around!!

[@davidkausch5935]

Fort wilderness was the bomb for us when our family of 6 went. Mousekeeping did an awesome job and they even put the dishes in the dish washer for us. We loved it so much that when we go back in 2021 for the youngest granddaughters birthday, we are going to stay there again. With any luck we can get the same cabin. BTW The fold out bed was so comfortable that we found similar mattress at Mattress one as the bed in a box. Things were pretty close to where we were and they do have onsite laundry that is next to the pool. If you are going to the main park, just take the boat there and you wont have to worry about catching that bus. Transportation at this site is timed very well so your not waiting anymore than 15min for the next bus. The most important thing is that we NEVER ran out of hot water in the cabin.

[@hayleywhyte7868]

We love Art of Animation and Coronado Springs! Looking forward to trying more in the future.

[@wjo602]

You can expect amazing service from practically every resort and aspect of Disney. Maybe not perfect for everybody, but they sure go the extra mile.

[@TheSens_]

For mousekeeping sometimes it’s not everyday in deluxe villa

[@shannonkirkpatrick7999]

Would so love a. Ideo about the experiences in specific resorts

[@IIIllllIIIIlllll]

Earlier this year I stayed in a 3-bedroom grand villa at Grand Floridian. It was like twice the size of my apartment. I think they are ~2800 sqft

[@samclark2765]

I have a question, HOW DO I WORK FOR DFB?? Love you guys. Love the videos.

[@fifthrider]

4:50 - Re: "Charge more if you have more than 2 adults". This is actually a good idea since sneaking other adults into your room doesn't mean their magic bands will get them in and out of the room, in or out of the locked hallway doors at some resorts, the pool areas, etc. If you think you're going to sneak extra people in (1) Disney knows you're doing this, I don't know how, but they always do, and (2) You're going to have to co-ordinate with someone to always be getting the door and/or swapping magic bands, which really isn't a practice you should engage in. Just pay for the extra adults like an honest person and spend your time NOT looking over your shoulder. I spent 2 weeks resort hopping at WDW last January and will be spending another week later this month doing the same thing. In all cases, I'm paying for extra guests when I have 2 more staying with us. More money, less headaches.

[@QueenSelene88]

Also, that's a hotel standard. I don't know any hotel that doesn't charge extra if you have more than the base guests quantity.

[@Ira88881]

How would they have Magic Bands if they’re not registered Disney Resort guests in the first place?

[@robertofenloch9595]

There actually is a flaw in that system that I could see exploited. It says they might charge more if there's more than two adults, but not kids. So if there's three adults, you could probably put one of them down as a kid to avoid the extra fee. Unless this can be fixed somehow. I'm a solo traveler, so I wouldn't know the ins and outs of the reservation systems.

[@Disneylove396]

When my family stayed at the cabins there was also a Murphy bed! Also, if you're nervous about the skyliner don't be. My dad is a supervisor on the operation side of the skyliner, we know the ins and outs of how they work.

[@conniecrawford5231]

I’ve stayed at all the value resorts years ago when they were brand new. Now it’s time for Animal Kingdom Lodge and Wilderness Lodge!

[@LMDinNC]

Staying at a fort wilderness cabin has lots of benefits, especially if you get one close to a pool. You can take the ferry to the magic kingdom, which is cool in and of itself. The bus system is very easy to use. There’s a silly 70’s light show on the lagoon, you can see the fireworks from the dock, they show outdoor movies, there’s a campfire singalong, etc, etc. There’s a full kitchen and an outdoor grill with picnic table. There’s a canteen that sells stuff like frozen pizzas and easy to prep meals. If you have kids, I highly recommend you check it out!

[@emievlogs3077]

The first time my husband and I stayed at Coronado springs we enjoyed are stay

[@kellysmagicoutings]

Art of animation has the small amenaties and has towels at the pool :) loved it there

[@ectodoobie3051]

Would LOVE a follow-up to this video focused on DVC rentals, if there are any differences in guest services. For example, I heard the DVC rentals don't use the maid service?

[@michaeldore5566]

Stayed at hollywood hotel in HK. It was really awesome. Especially the buffet breakfast. So many Portuguese tarts eaten every day.😊

[@amygordon580]

Art of animation is so great! Was part of a family of 6 and we were very comfy there..going again this December 😄

[@colleenosullivan857]

We stayed at the Coronado. Before bed my engagement ring flew under the fridge area. They sent someone up to our room right away to fish it out. Both of those people got a good tip from us

[@venusqueen2610]

we love to go to animal kingdom lodge, as well as old key west. the grand floridian is beautiful

[@susandaugherty4844]

Leaving for another birthday at WDW on 9/12. It has been three whole years and I can hardly wait. So much has changed. My hubby and I have gone about half a dozen mid-Septembers for my birthday. The slowest time of year, it seems. Never too much of a wait. Also took my grandson every October for about 7 years. Going back without him will be very different. Get my bday cake ready Mickey, I'm almost there!

[@GratiaCountryman]

I have a suggestion. Could you please do a video on the special themed rooms and suites on property at Disney World?

[@lauralittle6021]

We stayed at Animal Kingdom Lodge in May for our honeymoon. The hotel is beautiful and we loved Jiko for a romantic meal. We weren’t too happy with the room we were given, ground floor and right next to the car port so quite loud! We asked at the front desk and were moved to a much quieter room. We really appreciated being moved, so always ask if you’re not happy. We had a great experience after this and the service was fantastic.

[@lavieenrose_marie]

Was planning on staying offsite and had a room booked until Disney offered the 20% off deal for Fall. When I ran the numbers they were about the same. I'm glad I waited. Lol. No staying at All Stars. :)

[@xWhereswaldo]

I want to opt out of mousekeeping, should I just check in regularly (did that last time) or can I online check in and then call down to them to opt out?

[@Aksfl440]

I always, always, recommend guests to stay on property. Disney has excellent customer service! They often remind themselves how much is costs the average guests to visit. Everyone tries to make sure it's the most magical it can be. And for me, it always was. Coronado Springs, and both Port Orleans locations!

[@fernisaperson]

As a Central Floridian who's stayed in the hotels, I'd say it's worth it as long as you're travelling from farther away and you don'd mind blowing a bit of money for the "full experience". But there are also resorts outside of Disney that offer great (and cheap) Disney park packages, as well as packages for the other theme parks in the area like Universal Studios and SeaWorld.

[@cijmo]

I stayed at Pop the day before my cruise. The room esp bathroom seemed "tired" but I hear they have had a complete overhaul since then so I don't know. I stayed for a week at All Star Music and it was EVERYTHING I needed. If you're traveling solo and intend on spending more time at the parks than at your room, it's really the best.

[@EmpireBreedingCo]

all that editing though...telling an 18 minute story with video clips has to take hours to make.

[@jonleibow3604]

I appreciate their effort. I prefer it much more than channels which just have a cartoon character that's supposed to be "them" telling the story, switching back and forth between four or five different expressions.

[@MsAnimelove2102]

I was thinking that the other day! I had to do B-roll for a 5 minute film and got so annoyed and this is like 20minutes of it on hundreds of videos so I'm very impressed.

[@Charlotte-uf2ti]

bruh i had to do that for tech class last year and lemme tell you it took me like 3 months to make a 3 minute video

[@kcap4288]

You should see a channel called Kurtzegast, a german based company using youtube as a platform for scientific ideas. Their videos are incredibly well researched and made. Just recently they made a video stating that one video requires 1200 hours minimum! Seeing the quality of their videos, it really does make sense

[@Collinsfamilylights]

Yeah the Magic Band credit card on file is great other than they put a $100 hold on your card every time you touch your magic band to use it now

[@kikky811]

Coronado Springs still had the individual toiletries including mouthwash and sun gel last September 2019.

[@Akit317]

My first two visits, I stayed at Pop Century because Disney Transportation provided direct service to the parks, rather than a shared bus that the All Star resorts uses. I also picked a preferred room for a quick walk between the lobby and bus stops, instead of one of the further buildings. But overall, worth the cost, especially Extra Magic Hours when I had very little wait on some of the best rides in the parks.

[@melodywong9935]

yess! Thank you, going for my Honeymoon for the first time in my adult life at the end of the month!

[@caliemaccormack1938]

You should show some options for people in wheelchairs four different things around the park

[@kimt8162]

I kind of like the idea of the refillables because they are larger and we use A LOT of shampoo/conditioner. Girls. And the shampoo to wash out the chlorine in the swimsuits. What was interesting at the Wilderness Lodge, the DVC pool (if I'm right) almost seemed like a saltwater pool? Not sure.

[@CATHYGRACECOLLEEN]

Last fall I stayed at Pop by myself. For the first time ever, I found the room really cramped. This fall I'm staying at Pop again with my sister. We're staying in a Queen+table bed room. I'm getting worried that my scooter won't even fit in the room.

[@merriehanmann498]

Hate to say it, but it will be cramped.

[@XSocialMisfitX]

New Disney Video! Yay! 50 days for my trip!!

[@Disneynut1958]

Have fun!! I just got back, but having another one in November! Always excited!

[@biggdogg1975]

Where you staying?

[@igloo2862]

Disney hotels have gotten so expensive. We stayed in Pop Century for $100/nt in 2019, but can't find anything for under 300/nt unless we book months in advance in 2020. When you consider you can stay offsite for 60/nt, it's really not worth it.

[@edwinthemoose]

Because my aunt is part of dvc, 8 of us (her family and mine) got to stay in the saratoga springs resort, it was really big, there were 2 bedrooms so we had separate places to sleep. My cousin made me a birthday cake in the kitchen (we didn’t go because of my birthday it was just a coincidence). It was great!

[@stephaniecolclough3997]

Makes me want to go!! Time to book my next wdw trip!!!

[@veryberry39]

Back in 2006, I splurged big time and treated my mom to staying in the Grand Floridian during our vacation. I was SO disappointed in the size of the room! I didn't realize they were just going to be the size of a regular hotel room. It still turned out to be a great vacation, of course! But after that stay, I realized I was definitely just paying for the convenience of being next to the Magic Kingdom and on the monorail line.

[@michellebeard8963]

If I do opt out for mouse keeping can I still do online check in or do I have to go to check in desk