Hi Amanda!
Thanks for stopping by planDisney as you plan your October visit to Walt Disney World Resort. Selecting your resort hotel is often the first step in what is sure to be an exciting planning process!
Amanda, I'm sorry to hear that you're having a difficult time finding availability at the
Value Resorts during your trip. While I find that it's rare to see such limited availability, it does sometimes happen during weekends when special events are taking place - especially youth sporting events at
ESPN Wide World of Sports. The
Disney Season Kickoff Soccer Tournament is scheduled for October 12 - 13, 2024 and many sports teams will book rooms at the Value Resorts for this tournament. In fact, between the soccer tournament and the Columbus Day weekend, it appears that hotel availability may be limited across other categories as well.
If you're unable to find a hotel in the Disney Resorts Collection that will work for your vacation plans, you can always look at
Disney Springs Area hotels and other
Gateway Hotels. Each of these hotels may vary slightly in the benefits they offer for their Guests, so I recommend checking with any hotel you're considering directly to confirm those benefits, such as available theme park transportation. I have stayed at
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Orlando on previous trips and enjoyed the extra space for our family of five. Guests staying here can take advantage of
Early Theme Park Entry and you'll find yourself very close to the shopping and dining at
Disney Springs. Our other favorite off-property hotel is the
Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek. Besides also offering Early Theme Park Entry and complimentary transportation to the theme parks, you'll find a beautiful lazy river and pool here - perfect for relaxing after long days on your feet!
Amanda, while I know you may be disappointed to not find the hotel availability you were looking for, I hope these suggestions may help you still make your Walt Disney World Resort vacation dreams a reality! If you have any other questions, please stop by to see us again here at planDisney!
Happy Planning!
Kristi