Welcome to planDisney, Tina!
It sounds as if you are planning an epic adventure! I am sure your entire Ohana is getting excited for your upcoming stay. Staying at a Disney Resort hotel
comes with several exclusive perks, and I can completely understand why on-site is on the list!
Extra time in the theme parks, complimentary transportation around Walt Disney World, and
early access to reservation bookings are all great reasons to choose on-site. I am happy to report that you do have options for crews of nine. Let's go over suites and studios so you can get back to planning the best trip ever!
If you are hoping to have everyone stay in one large room, I recommend
checking out Deluxe Villa Resorts! Many of these resorts offer Three Bedroom Grand Villas that sleep 12 people. You'll have a full kitchen, washer and dryer, balconies or patios to unwind at the end of the day, and plenty of room to spread out. You can check for availability during your stay on the Walt Disney World website. Enter the number of Guests and the dates to
find the perfect villa for your stay. When traveling with little ones,
Bay Lake Tower is a great pick. You can walk to Magic Kingdom in minutes and have easy access to the Monorail for a short ride to EPCOT. And if your crew is cool with buses,
Animal Kingdom Lodge is fabulous. Your family can enjoy afternoon breaks at two feature pools and check out over 200 animals that call this resort home.
Another option that offers lots of flexibility is booking two or more rooms for your group. You'll have a little more privacy, and you don't have to be far from each other! You can book rooms for each family and request connecting or adjoining rooms. This is a great option if you have different nap schedules, bedtimes, and routines. Each family can stay on their sleep schedule and still have plenty of time together in the parks and at the resort. You'll have the option to request nearby or adjoining rooms during checkout. I also recommend reaching out to a friendly Cast Member with
Tickets and Hotel Reservations after booking your stay to note this request.
I hope your upcoming adventure is magical!
Tammy