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My first time posting, so hopefully this is the right place to ask.
My Husband and I are hopefully going to Disney in Sept (we’re a bit late booking but should still be okay if we book real soon). We went on our Honeymoon 3 years ago but didn’t really make the most of it so have decided to go back this year.
Last time we stayed at POR and I really liked it. I felt it was a good balance between cost and surroundings. We’re thinking that it’d be good to try somewhere else this time, but not really sure which resort.
I’d like all the benefits (e.g. Dining packages) of a Disney resort so have ruled out Swan & Dolphin (although they look really nice). However, we’d like a resort that would be quieter so have ruled out the All-Star resorts.
So, recommendations for a reasonably priced Disney Resort for adults would be much appreciated!
POR is my absolute favorite, but for something new I would give Caribbean Beach a go! Still in the Moderate category (price). It is more spread out than POR (which some people do complain about) but I think it's a nice resort for two adults looking for more relaxing surroundings!
Thanks for the suggestion LegoMom, not sure why but hadn't even considered that Resort. I guess I thought it might be too kiddie-ish. However, will defo suggest to hubby
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I like Coronado Springs about the same as I like POR, so you might consider it. I'm glad you're going in September, becuase that's usually the lowest priced season for the resorts.
Funnily enough, Coronado Springs was one of the ones that I'd have liked. Sadly, we waited too long and they don't have the rooms we'd have wanted
They only have Kingsize left (last I looked) and we like having two doubles, so that if one of us wakes early (or wants an afternoon nap) the other can sit in comfort on the other bed and write postcards/surf the net etc.
Although, a Kingsize bed would be nice We had one in Vegas and it was enormous
I think we're going to book tonight/tomorrow as otherwise we might miss out altogether, which would be a real shame.
I'll look back here before we book to see if there's any other suggestions and will let you know how I get on
We stayed in the Jamaica section of CBR in a corner room close to the beach. It was a little bit of a walk to the dining but we didn't mind, about 5-10 minute walk across the bridge. It was definitely quiet in that area and close to the bus stop too.
I would also suggest the Caribbean Beach Resort - and request Jamaica. It's our favorite moderate resort. DH and I would definitely stay there even without the kids.
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Decided how to book.. now just need to decide between POR and CBR.. and if we go with the Disney Quick Service Dining Plan, but think we'll prob give it a miss this time.. was free last time.
Right, hubby will be home in a couple hours and that's when we book
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Hiya! I figured I'd pop in to make a suggestion too. For quiet and privacy, we LOVED Fort Wilderness Cabins. Just check how their prices compare. The resort is so quiet, spacious, and if you love nature, you are right at home! Plus, Trail's End breakfasts are awesome!
He is stuck on going there again, but unless I get a deal, I am going with POR myself! It will only be the two of us, so I don't HAVE to... I am told the PFQ is really lovely and romantic, POR is stately... so, decisions, decisions!
We chickened out of trying a different resort and ended up at POR again
We did look at several but we did really like POR last time so we're going back. This time all we could get was a Water/Pool View so hopefully it'll be nice and not too noisy.
We also ended up getting the Disney Quick Service Dining Plan as well. Still not convinced that we made the right choice cost wise, but does mean we don't need to worry about paying for food when we're there. We'll (try to) keep a track of what we ate and how much it was when we're there and use that as guidance for the next time we go.
POR is my favorite! You won't be disappointed! The quick service plan will probably be break-even cost wise, but will be convenient that it's paid in advance and you don't have to deal with paying for meals while you're there!
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So excited to read this. We are going to PORFQ and I LOVE hearing that it is quiet and romantic. Because we are going for our anniversary. So bring on the roooomance!
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DH and I would definitely stay there even without the kids.
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