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Mom and daughter on Expedition Everest; Animal Kingdom
  • On Feb 4, 2011
    Darleen from HI Asked Note: This answer was provided prior to the change to planDisney and may still contain references to Disney Parks Moms Panel.

    Experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    I am planning to staying at a deluxe hotel..10 days ending of may-early june...any suggestions....

    Narrowing down your deluxe resort options requires a few considerations.

    First, price. Animal Kingdom Lodge and Wilderness Lodge are priced lower than the other deluxe hotels. Figure out a budget that works for your family and then try pricing out 10 nights at the deluxe resorts that interest you. If any of the prices do not work for you, cross those resorts off your list.

    2. Location - is there a particular location that would be helpful for your touring days. Some families enjoy staying at a monorail resort (Polynesian, Grand Floridian, Contemporary and Bay Lake Tower) for easy access to the Magic Kingdom. The Contemporary and Bay Lake Tower are even within walking distance of the Magic Kingdom. Another great location is at the Boardwalk Inn or Yacht/Beach Club resorts as they are near Epcot via boat transportation or a pleasant walk.

    3. Theme - let's face it. We all have personal preferences on decor, landscaping, music and dining venues. If you are traveling from Hawaii, you may want something different than the Polynesian Resort. Animal lovers may want to stay at the Animal Kingdom Lodge.

    4. Pool - if your family plans on lazy afternoons pool-side, your resort choice may include the type of pool offered at the hotel. Stormalong Bay at the Yacht/Beach Club is a popular choice.

    5. Restaurants - do you want to be close to many dining options? If so, your best location is on the monorail line or over in the Boardwalk area.

    My family has stayed at nearly all of the deluxe hotels. Our favorites are the Animal Kingdom Lodge, Beach Club, Grand Floridian and Polynesian. They all have pros and cons. For example, the Animal Kingdom Lodge offers a stunning lobby, safari views and great dining, however it is far from all of the parks except the Animal Kingdom. Rooms are smaller than other deluxe hotels.


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Meet the Panelist: Kimberly, Tennessee

I am a stay-at-home mom with a 12 year old son. I thrive on planning vacations, especially to WDW. Inspiring families to vacation at Disney with a memorable itinerary and budget-saving tips is extremely rewarding for me. Learn More About Kimberly

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