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Hi everyone! I'll be passing through Orlando on March 1st on business, and thought that I would spend one night at Disney (solo!). I booked the Poly, although I really wanted GF and it was unavailable (except for a mega expensive suite, that is). The Contemporary was booked, too. Anyway, now I'm thinking that maybe I should have picked the Boardwalk, because we just had our family vacation at the Poly and it would be good to try something new. What do you guys think about the Poly vs. Boardwalk Inn - hotel itself, location? I've already stayed at the BC and YC, so although I love those hotels, I would probably not choose them for this quick visit. Any thoughts would be great!
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I love the Boardwalk, it's my DVC home resort, but I think if you only have 1 night it might be nice to stay someplace familiar. The Poly is my favorite hotel at WDW, the atmosphere and location cannot be beat. I would say the Poly. The Boardwalk is a beautiful place - I have only been in the Villas and not the Inn side, but is really nice. If you've stayed at the YC & BC you are familiar with the area. There is a lot to do in the evening at the BW.
That is tough because the Poly is one awesome resort! If you just stayed there, it would make you feel more at home..........but then again, trying the Boardwalk would be new and exciting for you! I know, not much help. But I'm leaning more towards saying to book the Boardwalk! And I think you ought to keep calling back and checking on the GF!! and Good luck!
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I would say stay somewhere you've never tried so that if you like it maybe you can stay there next time and it gives you a new experience to enjoy! I think the boardwalk is beautiful it think with what the boardwalk has to offer at walking distance i would try that one for that reason as well. Good luck!!
I'd pick the boardwalk simply because it's just one night and would give you a little taste of something different. Plus, you can enjoy all that the boardwalk has to offer, and can watch IllumiNations (well, the high fireworks, which there are tons of) from the Boardwalk.
If it were a longer stay, I'd say the Poly, but for this short jaunt, I'd pick the Boardwalk. I stayed there in Sept 06 and LOVED it.
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Although the Poly is one of my most favorite resorts......I think I would choose something else since you were just at the Poly. Being at an Epcot resort is wonderful! My personal favorite there is the Beach Club. You are walking distance from Epcot and it feels like you are in the middle of so much stuff. So - I guess my answer is, if it were me, I would choose an Epcot resort.
We loved the BoardWalk when we stayed there last month - lovely theming and a great location. If you're just staying the night, do you plan on visiting a park while you're there. If so, would you rather go to the Magic Kingdom or Epcot? That might help with your decision.
Definitely Boardwalk; 1) you've never stayed there and 2) there is some night time entertainment that you won't have at any of the other resorts (Jelly Rolls, Etc.). Since you are solo, this will be good to wile away the hours.
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We loved the BoardWalk when we stayed there last month - lovely theming and a great location. If you're just staying the night, do you plan on visiting a park while you're there. If so, would you rather go to the Magic Kingdom or Epcot? That might help with your decision.
That's the question that I've been asking myself! I will certainly be at the parks, but where do I want to spend the most time? Hmmm - walk to Epcot - that's good. Short ride to MK - also good. Pirate and Princess Party? Not decided yet. ESPN weekend?? Not sure if I'll be going to any of those events at Disney Studios (I'm a big sports fan from New England). I'm seriously thinking about switching over to the Boardwalk. MK is my favorite park, by far, but the idea of walking to Epcot is really tempting. Thanks very much. I appreciate the advice! I'm sure I'm completely overthinking the whole thing, but hey, I want to make the most of my 24 hours!
I always let the park(s) we will be visiting the most be the decider in where we stay. If you decide on Epcot and/or The Studios, then I'd definitely do one of Epcot area resorts. If you're leaning more towards M.K. and have stayed at the Poly, try Wilderness Lodge but keep calling the G.F. it's my fav Disney resort. Enjoy you visit!
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