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We're hoping to plan a relatively quick trip (3nights/4days) to WDW in mid-March. It's Spring break time, so I know it'll be busier than normal. We're trying to decide between BC and CSR. Here are our thoughts on the two and then I wanted to get other opinions.
Pros BC:
We could get a room with enough beds that DD15 and DS13 could have their own.
It's walking distance to Epcot and HS, which would be good for a busy time.
The pool
It's a deluxe
Never stayed there
Cons BC:
Cost
Noise- the two deluxes we've stayed in recently have had much higher noise levels because of the interior hallways. We've stayed in moderates many times without hearing (at all hours) doors slamming and people talking. 3 of the 4 of us are light sleepers and it was quite a problem.
Pros CSR:
Cost- we could get two rooms for the price of one at BC
We really like the resort- stayed there twice-love the food court & pool
No shared buses
Cons CSR:
We'd have to rely totally on bus system (or drive our own car)
Stayed there already
One of my biggest concerns is BC is twice as much as CSR and I can't decide if it's worth it. The other is the noise. There's nothing worse than being exhausted after a day at the parks and disruptions keeping you up or waking you early.
I would love any input. TIA
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Well we love the BC because of its proximity to EPCOT, HS and our bus service was just fine as well. It is a very lovely resort. The convenience factor is huge for us. SAB is wonderful as well and a definite perk but the time of year we go the weather is questionable (didn't really get to enjoy it at all last time). Noise was not a concern what so ever for us (but again, slower season). Love the choice of restaurants. We mostly have our evening meals at EPCOT or nearby no matter where we spend the day. The BC works perfectly for us and is well worth the expense
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We chose CSR for our March trip of four nights. We usually do Deluxe when the whole family travels to WDW, except once in 2000. The reason I chose it was the price, queen beds, and my DD and I have stayed there twice and liked it. We're bringing an Areobed so our kids have their own beds (DD16 and DS18).
As much as I love the deluxe resorts in the Epcot area...I prefer to stay in them when it's value season or we have a great discount. Spending twice as much doesn't make sense to me.
Did you check the discounts? More just came out recently. We loved BC last Aug. and having a day bed would be nice for your kids. SAB is fantastic. And walking to 2 parks is a big plus. Having said that, I wouldn't pay full price. As much as I love it, I will only stay if I have a discount.
Never stayed at CSR. Our fav mod. is POR. The new rooms in AB section of POR have Murphy beds, so you'd have 2 queens + murphy.
We've only had a noise problem once at WDW resorts, and it was at POR (but could have been any moderate or value with outside doors) thankfully it was our last day, or I would have been asking to move rooms. The family that moved in next door let their kids run yelling & screaming up & down the outside walkways, run in & out of the room, slamming the door, every 2 sec. It was horrible. I stuck my head out the door, and the mom asked me if there was a problem Sheech.
Never had a problem any other time at mod or deluxe.
Just have to weigh whether or not you feel like spending double for the BC. Love both resorts, but you have to decide if you think it's worth it. May want to book the BC when the discounts are a bit heavier in the value season.
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We love the Beach Club, so I'm going to biased! I think it's down to how much time you'll spend at the resort and whether you feel the additional cost is worth it, based on that. I have to say though that if you go with the Beach Club, I don't think you'll be disappointed.
I like CSR and would choose that over some of the Deluxe resorts. We have always had good luck with the bus system there and its been about the best of any WDW resort.
If you have the money and it isn't an issue, then Beach Club would be my choice. We always used to get 2 Beach Club rooms for us and my parents every year. Now it seems impractical since we are barely in our rooms, so we just stay at Pop Century. However, Beach (or Yacht) Club will always be my first love! The pool is fabulous at BC, and you should be able to use it in March. The ability to walk to Epcot is our favorite thing about the resort.
We were at Disney last March (3/10-3/18). It is super busy then due to Spring Breaks that are starting up. We were in for the UCA Nationals Cheerleading competition held at Disney, which is 3/10/12-3/11/12 this year. That brings in thousands of cheerleaders and typically they use the Indiana Jones stage for the competition. So, if you are going during that time period, plan accordingly.
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It really boils down to what are you planning to do at WDW. If you are going to be really hitting the parks it may not be worth the xtra cost. That said BC is a fantastic resort and should be on your to do list. When our kids were teens we'd cut them loose and my wife and I would relax at the resort and enjoy the amenities.
Another thing is what the furue holds for you. How many more trips do you plan on? Other new expenses ( college etc) may restrict vacation spending. SO if you can afford it enjoy as you never know what tomorrow will bring.
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