Disneyland Hotel
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Reviewer's Name:
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Stewart J. Dimon |
Reviewer's Email Address:
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sjd7@pge.com |
Rate / Night (for your stay):
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$129 (AP/Seasonal Pass Special) |
Date(s) of Stay:
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12/01/2000 - 12/04/2000 |
Accommodation Used:
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Suite |
Accommodations Review:
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Due to a number of circumstances, we were upgraded from a
standard room to a suite (we were supposed to have a Concierge
upgrade with a limited mobility restroom -- as these rooms
were all unavailable, we were given the option of the suite
(7th floor, Marina Building, Pool View Corner Room). Since the
visit was off-season, however it was during Christmas time,
the decorations were in full bloom at the resort (still under
major construction) as well as at the Park (DL only). I have
*ALWAYS* Said, that if MONEY was no object, I would never
hesitate to stay anywhere but at a Disney Resort. The level of
service, theming, convenience to the park(s), etc. cannot be
beaten. Everything from the housekeeping to the room service,
the front desk, the concierge lounge, even the tram (every 2-3
minutes a new tram was there -- none of this "Every hour
on the half-hour" hike to an overcrowded bus. |
Why Did you Select This Resort for your Stay?
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LOCATION; Great Price available; all the amenities |
Room # and Location Description:
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7th Floor, Marina Building; Corner Suite overlooking the
Pool Area (Hooks Point et al). |
Room Location Pros & Cons:
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FABULOUS ROOM. 2 Balconies -- plenty of space (even with 3
adults and a 4 year old) |
Check-In / Check-Out Comments:
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There was some confusion in our reservation and hence this
is why we were upgraded to the suite. The staff at the
Concierge Desk were very helpful in taking care of our needs. |
WDW Transportation Comments:
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Due to Downtown Disney Construction the Monorail was not in
service during our stay. Tram service was adjacent to the
Marina Tower -- so we had about a 3 minute
"commute". Tram stop was closest to the main
entrance, so it was very convenient. |
Restaurant / Lounge Review:
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Goofy's Kitchen -- Great Breakfast/Lunch Buffet (we arrived
around 10:30, so we made it for the Lunch transition). Snack
bar -- several "quick" meals (Burgers, Chicken
Nuggets); Had one meal via Room Service (as a treat). This was
GREAT -- really made us feel that we were being pampered! |
Pool Description / Comments:
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N/A |
What Suggestions Would you Give Anyone that is Considering
This Resort?
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Look for any available deals (AP, Seasonal, etc) for a
discount (you might have to call the Hotel directly as opposed
to using a travel service (even Disney Travel)). Always ask
for upgrades if they are available. They'd rather fill the
hotel than see it go empty. |
Other Comments:
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If Money is no object, then there's no question. Stay at a
Disney Resort. If money is a part of the equation -- skimp,
save and stay at a Disney Resort. In My Opinion, the
convenience and amenities all add up to a BEST POSSIBLE
vacation experience. |
