Yes. We did just that on our departure day last December.Is bell services open early enough to drop off bags and still get to the parks before a 7:00 extra magic hour opening time?
Are you planning on using the pools? IMO: the pools are better at DLH. The rooms are much bigger than the PPH rooms......I'm a newbie when it comes to DL (we've visited WDW numerous times). We have reservations for PPH but are considering changing them to the DLH. We only have a 2-night stay [we are actually visiting Ca. to attend a wedding in Carlsbad] but the difference would be around $300. Here's the rub: we've already spent a small fortune [car rental, airfare, hotel in Carlsbad, wedding gift, etc.] and this mini trip is basically free due to the Visa points we've accumulated. However, to play Devil's Advocate, chances are, we'll never visit DL again. Convince me to switch hotels....
What does the food spread look like in the E-ticket lounge? Any pics?
.....I'm a newbie when it comes to DL (we've visited WDW numerous times). We have reservations for PPH but are considering changing them to the DLH. We only have a 2-night stay [we are actually visiting Ca. to attend a wedding in Carlsbad] but the difference would be around $300. Here's the rub: we've already spent a small fortune [car rental, airfare, hotel in Carlsbad, wedding gift, etc.] and this mini trip is basically free due to the Visa points we've accumulated. However, to play Devil's Advocate, chances are, we'll never visit DL again. Convince me to switch hotels....
A two night stay is not very long. I'm assuming you are only in the parks for a couple of days which is not much time to enjoy the parks. I would imagine you will not be spending any time at the hotel since you will be busy trying to get as many attractions done as you can. DLH is my absolute favorite but for this situation I would vote to stay at PP. The extra money isn't worth it if you wont even have the time to really enjoy it......I'm a newbie when it comes to DL (we've visited WDW numerous times). We have reservations for PPH but are considering changing them to the DLH. We only have a 2-night stay [we are actually visiting Ca. to attend a wedding in Carlsbad] but the difference would be around $300. Here's the rub: we've already spent a small fortune [car rental, airfare, hotel in Carlsbad, wedding gift, etc.] and this mini trip is basically free due to the Visa points we've accumulated. However, to play Devil's Advocate, chances are, we'll never visit DL again. Convince me to switch hotels....
As of last week I’ve now stayed at both, and I have to say DLH blew us away. The property is beautiful and the rooms felt so cozy. I love PPH, but DLH just feels a little more decadent. We loved the shops and the close food options. The walk to the park was easy and security was always ridiculously fast.
If it’s once in a lifetime shot and you can afford it, I think you’ll really enjoy it. It’s going to be hard to stay elsewhere for us now but I doubt I’ll be able to afford to stay there again anytime soon!
...and what exactly IS the E-ticket lounge? [...oh, and I'd love to see some pix! ]I may have a pic or two if you are still looking.
...and what exactly IS the E-ticket lounge? [...oh, and I'd love to see some pix! ]
...thanks for the info...Breakfast: mickey waffles, fruit tray, veggie tray, yogourt with toppings, fresh berries, cookies, pastries, granola, juice, water, milk (they even brought up soy milk for my 6 year old), muffins, coffee (fancy nespresso machine), tea, gluten free muffins and bagels (you need to ask for these). We found that if they didn't have something and you asked, that they would bring it up.
Snacks (mid day): goldfish, snacks, cookies, packaged pb sandwiches, fruit tray, meat tray, veggie tray, dessert tray, yummy homemade chips, salsa. I'm sure there was more. A few days for lunch my husband and I got a nice sandwich from downtown Disney and then took the kids up to the lounge to eat. My kids love snacky food for lunch anyways, so it was perfect.
Evening: Trays of desserts, fruit, wine, beer, assorted appies, snacks.
All day there was a fridge with drinks available....
Anyone have some pool construction photos?
....lovin' the vid!Fresh Baked had some video of the pool not too long ago on their YouTube channel. I think it was the one where they check out Tangeroa Terrace
Here it is. Just a quick view though
.....I'm a newbie when it comes to DL (we've visited WDW numerous times). We have reservations for PPH but are considering changing them to the DLH. We only have a 2-night stay [we are actually visiting Ca. to attend a wedding in Carlsbad] but the difference would be around $300. Here's the rub: we've already spent a small fortune [car rental, airfare, hotel in Carlsbad, wedding gift, etc.] and this mini trip is basically free due to the Visa points we've accumulated. However, to play Devil's Advocate, chances are, we'll never visit DL again. Convince me to switch hotels....