Lake Buena Vista

queensmama · 05-18-2004

Hey all! This is my first trip to Disney in years and my first time not staying with family. Though we can not afford to stay on site this year, we are staying at Lake Buena Vista at the fairfield inn. Any comments on this hotel and area would be appreciated. We are looking for money saving transportation tips. WE do have a rental car, but from ya'll conversations that may even be more hetic.

MickeyManic · 05-18-2004

Hi queensmama,

I've never stayed there, but I did a quick search on "tripadvisor.com" and there were GREAT reviews! I think for the most part that you are safe to go with a Marriott chain; they are normally clean and a good value. This hotel seems to be very conveniently located as well.

Check Trip Advisor and read the reviews for yourself. I think it might put your mind at ease!

Lisa

queensmama · 05-18-2004

I have never been on trip advisor, so thanks I will check it out.

phayes93 · 05-21-2004

Don't mean to sound like a know-it-all, but if you're staying at Fairfield Inn Lake Buena Vista, you CAN afford to stay onsite at any of the All-Star resorts or at Pop Century. In fact, you might even pay less for on-site convenience and LOTS of Disney magic you simply won't get off-site. Check it out! It's REALLY worth it to investigate! Good Luck!

downsouthtigger · 05-21-2004

I stayed at Fairfield Inn @ LBV in 2002, it was part of the Marriott village at little lake bryan, and was very nice. It was very much like a large resort since there was a courtyard, marriott, and fairfield all in one central area.
The room cost me about $60 for one night, so it all depends on when you go.
The best thing about staying there is youre in walkin distance to Golden Corral, Bahama breeze, Landrys, and Lonestar steakhouse, which are all excellent restaurants. Plus way cheaper than any decent restaurant on dis prop.
If you're looking to stay off prop for a decent price, these are great accomodations, plus if you're a shopper, you're down the road from the premium outlets too!

queensmama · 05-21-2004

I got a $53 a night room with lake view, and I dont have to pay extra for my refrigerator(very important with a 2 yo who needs milk), or rollaway bed. I guess it may have been about equal after I add in my parking fees, but I had to have a fridge.

Cinderellafifi · 05-21-2004

I've never stayed there, but the location is very good - all the restauarants and two grocery stores are right near by. Plus, the entrance to Downtown Disney is so close! I'm sure it will nice. Have a wonderful time!

I just love Lake Buena Vista!

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queensmama VMK Know-it-all Join Date: May 2004 Location: Stuck with the Children of the Corn Posts: 1,822	Lake Buena Vista Hey all! This is my first trip to Disney in years and my first time not staying with family. Though we can not afford to stay on site this year, we are staying at Lake Buena Vista at the fairfield inn. Any comments on this hotel and area would be appreciated. We are looking for money saving transportation tips. WE do have a rental car, but from ya'll conversations that may even be more hetic. __________________ Did you ever know that you are my hero! Last edited by queensmama; 05-18-2004 at 10:32 AM.

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MickeyManic Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Anchorage, AK Posts: 124	Re: Lake Buena Vista Hi queensmama, I've never stayed there, but I did a quick search on "tripadvisor.com" and there were GREAT reviews! I think for the most part that you are safe to go with a Marriott chain; they are normally clean and a good value. This hotel seems to be very conveniently located as well. Check Trip Advisor and read the reviews for yourself. I think it might put your mind at ease! Lisa __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~*~~~~~* 1992 - Offsite 1998 - Offsite/Dixie Landings 1999 - CSR/ASM 2000 - Holiday Inn Family Suites 2000 - ASSp 2003 - ASMu/Disney Wonder 2004 - PC/POFQ 2004 - AKL/POFQ 2004 - ASMu 16-year anniversary 2004 - CBR/POFQ Our Disney Trip Reports with Pictures! http://bellsouthpwp.net/w/i/willis5family/index.htm

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queensmama VMK Know-it-all Join Date: May 2004 Location: Stuck with the Children of the Corn Posts: 1,822	Re: Lake Buena Vista I have never been on trip advisor, so thanks I will check it out. __________________ Did you ever know that you are my hero!

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phayes93 Mouse Meister Join Date: May 2003 Location: Godfrey, Ill. near St. Louis Posts: 1,225	Re: Lake Buena Vista Don't mean to sound like a know-it-all, but if you're staying at Fairfield Inn Lake Buena Vista, you CAN afford to stay onsite at any of the All-Star resorts or at Pop Century. In fact, you might even pay less for on-site convenience and LOTS of Disney magic you simply won't get off-site. Check it out! It's REALLY worth it to investigate! Good Luck! __________________ Off-site 1972, 1973, 1977, 1979, 1980, 1982, 1986, 1989, 1997, 2000 Yacht Club 1991 Old Key West (Vacation Club) 1993 Caribe Royale 1995 All-Star Sports 1997 Disneyland Pacific Hotel 1999 All-Star Sports 2000 All-Star Movies 2001 All-Star Music 2002 Dolphin 2002-2003 (Xmas) Caribbean Beach Resort - 2003 Port Orleans Riverside & Poly - 2005 Pop Century - December 2005 COMING: DECEMBER, '07: Pop Century!

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downsouthtigger Big Cheese Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Alabama Posts: 947	Re: Lake Buena Vista I stayed at Fairfield Inn @ LBV in 2002, it was part of the Marriott village at little lake bryan, and was very nice. It was very much like a large resort since there was a courtyard, marriott, and fairfield all in one central area. The room cost me about $60 for one night, so it all depends on when you go. The best thing about staying there is youre in walkin distance to Golden Corral, Bahama breeze, Landrys, and Lonestar steakhouse, which are all excellent restaurants. Plus way cheaper than any decent restaurant on dis prop. If you're looking to stay off prop for a decent price, these are great accomodations, plus if you're a shopper, you're down the road from the premium outlets too! __________________ OK Where Havent I stayed? Old Key West, Contemporary, Boardwalk, Fort Wilderness, Yacht and Beach, and All Star Sports. Just Easier to Remember that way . Dream It! Do It! Disney! WDWCP Campus Rep WDW College Program! Proud Testee of the first annual Pirate and Princess Party!!!! Lets Make this new Celebration a Success!!! My Disney Countdown Counting down to: All Star Sports With Dining Plan! At WDW!

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05-21-2004	#6 (permalink)
queensmama VMK Know-it-all Join Date: May 2004 Location: Stuck with the Children of the Corn Posts: 1,822	Re: Lake Buena Vista I got a $53 a night room with lake view, and I dont have to pay extra for my refrigerator(very important with a 2 yo who needs milk), or rollaway bed. I guess it may have been about equal after I add in my parking fees, but I had to have a fridge. __________________ Did you ever know that you are my hero!

05-21-2004	#7 (permalink)
Cinderellafifi Mouse Meister Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: S. Florida, Baby! Posts: 1,058	Re: Lake Buena Vista I've never stayed there, but the location is very good - all the restauarants and two grocery stores are right near by. Plus, the entrance to Downtown Disney is so close! I'm sure it will nice. Have a wonderful time! I just love Lake Buena Vista! __________________ A whole year without a Disney visit leads to a crabby family DC's Tinkerbell is a very special fairy! A dream is a wish your heart makes...

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