off-site rooms

Reiko · 10-02-2005

We have friends joining us during our WDW vacation for a couple of days.
They always stay off grounds...more economical.
I am unfamaliar with the off-site properties....
anyone have any tips on nice, close, economical rooms.
Any discount codes etc?
any info welcomed!
FYI: dates: Fri Oct 14 thru Sun Oct 16
I see the all-stars are $99/night those days...so anything that costs less is what I am looking for.

**ddoll** · 10-02-2005

If they're interested in renting a home nearby, I can help there, but not with off-site hotel rooms.

Captgoodguy · 10-02-2005

There are several places close by that you can save $30-$40 per night compared to the AS resorts, but they won't have the same magic. It also depends on how much "quality" you like in a hotel. My suggestion is to do what I did in July when I took a spontaneous trip down to watch the shuttle launch. Use priceline.com. You have to be VERY FLEXIBLE on where you stay, but they give you the option of "near Disney". I selected the highest rated hotels only and entered a price of $60 per night and actually got a villa with an upstairs and downstairs including 2 bathrooms, 2 bedrooms, kitchen and living room. The location was right next to the new Super Target in Kissimmee but only about 5-7 minutes from DTD. I only use this when I'm looking more for price than for a specific hotel. However, once you put in your bid, if it's accepted by someone, it's a done deal and you've paid for it right then.

Cavey · 10-02-2005

Checkthe back of FamilyFun magazine. They advertise some good rates for "Maingate" hotels. Holiday Inn Maingate East was very nice when we stayed there in 2001, and it was only a five minute drive to WDW.

LAURENGOLD · 10-02-2005

Check out http://Travelzoo.com we got a great rate for off-site the first night.

WDWNutCase · 10-02-2005

Oh man,

I'm all about saving money, but if you can swing it at all, stay on site at a value. I've only ever stayed off site once and I won't ever ever ever do it again.

Kippage · 10-02-2005

Like Cavey said, the Maingate areas are pretty good. Stop by a McDonald's or a convenience store and pick up some of their free travel books. They'll list a whole bunch of offsite places and some will have coupons.

We once stayed at a Holiday Inn on International. Not sure of the exact address, but it was across from a McDonald's and a First Union (this was years ago). And it was fine. And not too far from WDW. And it had a Tiki Bar!! I was underage though.

But do be careful and check the neighborhoods. Last year, we stayed at one that was next to the Double Tree Towers and a Denny's by Universal. We figured since it looked like a decent area and was directly across from the park, it would be fine... NEVER AGAIN. The maid snatched a WHOLE bottle of my Chanel #5 (which was INSIDE one of my bags) and my brothers brand new pair of Phat Farm's were taken as well.

I do love staying onsite. But sometimes I'd rather pay $50 instead of $99.

royorb1 · 10-02-2005

I suggest the Comfort Inn Lake Buena Vista- 8442 Palm Parkway, Lake Buena Vista 1-407-996-7300
They usually have very good rates. It is rated 2 stars but is very nice. It is right near the Hotel Blvd entrance to WDW (DTD) and right near many excellent areas in downtown Lake Buena Vista. This hotel has a great Disney aura because so many people there are going to WDW. They also have a great and affordable breakfast brunch. I always use Orbitz.com to book hotels because you get to choose the hotel and are not stuck with what is given you. Good Luck

Reiko · 10-03-2005

Thanks for all the Info!
I agree with the "on-property or not at all"!! But, you can't convince everyone of that :(
I am going to check on some of your ideas tonight...
thanks again!

FireAngel · 10-03-2005

www.floridakiss.com

Cavey · 10-03-2005

I've also used Priceline.com to get a room for $24/night only 15 minutes from WDW.

JM0318 · 10-03-2005

We take quite a few impromptu trips to Disney.... Now this hotel is not fancy, but it is clean and I have never had anything taken from my room... it is Motel 6 it is on 192 directly behind McDonalds..... It has two full size beds and a bath... It ususlly runs us $35.00 including tax... no special rate or code needed..... the rooms are small... but if you are only sleeping in them.... it is ok... I hope this helps...

Erin · 10-04-2005

We stayed at a Clarion for 69.00 a night on Irlo Bronson during peak season (spring break) so, I know it's possible. Just look up Disney Area hotels. Most of the "partner" hotels even provide bus transportation...if you're interested.

Princess Tessa · 10-04-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by LAURENGOLD

Check out http://Travelzoo.com we got a great rate for off-site the first night.

oooh I love this site. I've been getting their weekly emails for a few months now, just to drooool over the cheap trips. Good link!

Tinkerbelle67 · 10-04-2005

Another great site to try Is www.tripadvisor.com. It has objective and unbiased reviews of hotels from all over the world. I've used it many times and have never been disappointed.

10-02-2005	#1 (permalink)
Reiko Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Vermont Posts: 261	off-site rooms We have friends joining us during our WDW vacation for a couple of days. They always stay off grounds...more economical. I am unfamaliar with the off-site properties.... anyone have any tips on nice, close, economical rooms. Any discount codes etc? any info welcomed! FYI: dates: Fri Oct 14 thru Sun Oct 16 I see the all-stars are $99/night those days...so anything that costs less is what I am looking for.

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ddoll Singing In My Head Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: RI Posts: 5,257	Re: off-site rooms If they're interested in renting a home nearby, I can help there, but not with off-site hotel rooms. __________________ Moderator of DVC, Disney Company • 3/96 Offsite • 9/98 Villa • 10/98 Dixie Landings • 8/00 Villa • 6/01 Disneyland, CA • 5/02 Villa • 6/03 Villa • 11/03 Wilderness Lodge • 8/04 PopCentury, Swan & Royal Pacific • 12/04 Swan • 8/05 Swan & Hard Rock Hotel • 11/05 Swan • 1/06 Swan • 9/06 Disneyland, CA• 12/06 Swan & HRH • 1/07 Swan • 10/07 Hard Rock Hotel • 12/07 Hard Rock & Swan • 1/08 Boardwalk• 10/08 Villa• 1/09 Swan • 8/09 Condo • 1/10 Swan & PBR My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Viva Las Vegas! 16 days 11 hours 59 minutes

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Captgoodguy Big Cheese Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Indiana Posts: 516	Re: off-site rooms There are several places close by that you can save $30-$40 per night compared to the AS resorts, but they won't have the same magic. It also depends on how much "quality" you like in a hotel. My suggestion is to do what I did in July when I took a spontaneous trip down to watch the shuttle launch. Use priceline.com. You have to be VERY FLEXIBLE on where you stay, but they give you the option of "near Disney". I selected the highest rated hotels only and entered a price of $60 per night and actually got a villa with an upstairs and downstairs including 2 bathrooms, 2 bedrooms, kitchen and living room. The location was right next to the new Super Target in Kissimmee but only about 5-7 minutes from DTD. I only use this when I'm looking more for price than for a specific hotel. However, once you put in your bid, if it's accepted by someone, it's a done deal and you've paid for it right then. __________________ A former and future Annual Passholder from Indiana that has visited too many times to list here. Proud parent of Jingles The Wonder Dog.

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Cavey MB's Rabble Rouser® Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Carlinville, IL Posts: 6,144	Re: off-site rooms Checkthe back of FamilyFun magazine. They advertise some good rates for "Maingate" hotels. Holiday Inn Maingate East was very nice when we stayed there in 2001, and it was only a five minute drive to WDW. __________________ . . Cavey, Tigger, BossMouse, Soundgod Erin, and Lil'pocohantas in association with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and Juicy Juice are proud to present Cavey-Fest III December 13, 2008

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LAURENGOLD Mouse Meister Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,076	Re: off-site rooms Check out http://Travelzoo.com we got a great rate for off-site the first night. __________________ My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Heading to the Beach Club!!! Loving the memories!!!

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WDWNutCase Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 374	Re: off-site rooms Oh man, I'm all about saving money, but if you can swing it at all, stay on site at a value. I've only ever stayed off site once and I won't ever ever ever do it again. __________________ Resorts We've Stayed In ASM, CBR, CSR, WL, WL Concierge, GFR&S, POR, BW Villas, BC Villas, OKW December 17-24, 2005: Saratoga Springs! Brother & Sis in Law's first ever Disney Trip! Have a Zip-a-dee-doo-da Day! DVC Members since March 2003

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Kippage Keeping it real since '83 Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 2,100	Re: off-site rooms Like Cavey said, the Maingate areas are pretty good. Stop by a McDonald's or a convenience store and pick up some of their free travel books. They'll list a whole bunch of offsite places and some will have coupons. We once stayed at a Holiday Inn on International. Not sure of the exact address, but it was across from a McDonald's and a First Union (this was years ago). And it was fine. And not too far from WDW. And it had a Tiki Bar!! I was underage though. But do be careful and check the neighborhoods. Last year, we stayed at one that was next to the Double Tree Towers and a Denny's by Universal. We figured since it looked like a decent area and was directly across from the park, it would be fine... NEVER AGAIN. The maid snatched a WHOLE bottle of my Chanel #5 (which was INSIDE one of my bags) and my brothers brand new pair of Phat Farm's were taken as well. I do love staying onsite. But sometimes I'd rather pay $50 instead of $99. __________________ Victoria Twitter Myspace Flickr Good Reads "...perfection is unattainable. Perfection is a conceit. Perfection actually lies in fully loving the defect. I think that's perfection. It's like what the guy says in Hellboy, he says, "We like people for their qualities; we love them for their defects." It's true in life. It's the same." - Guillermo del Toro

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royorb1 Big Cheese Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 909	Re: off-site rooms I suggest the Comfort Inn Lake Buena Vista- 8442 Palm Parkway, Lake Buena Vista 1-407-996-7300 They usually have very good rates. It is rated 2 stars but is very nice. It is right near the Hotel Blvd entrance to WDW (DTD) and right near many excellent areas in downtown Lake Buena Vista. This hotel has a great Disney aura because so many people there are going to WDW. They also have a great and affordable breakfast brunch. I always use Orbitz.com to book hotels because you get to choose the hotel and are not stuck with what is given you. Good Luck __________________ Dec 1975 Feb. 2003 Caribbean Beach Feb. 2004 Contemporary Feb. 2005 PC Dec. 2005 PC Oct. 2007 Polynesian Dec. 2009 Caribbean Beach My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Pre XMas Fun! 11 days 8 hours 59 minutes

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Reiko Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Vermont Posts: 261	Re: off-site rooms Thanks for all the Info! I agree with the "on-property or not at all"!! But, you can't convince everyone of that :( I am going to check on some of your ideas tonight... thanks again!

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FireAngel FAolicious Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Somewhere on Earth, I think. Posts: 1,739	Re: off-site rooms www.floridakiss.com __________________ PC October 2004 PC DEC 2006 Surprise trip Aug 07 Offsite Way too many times to count before. DCs Black Sheep

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Cavey MB's Rabble Rouser® Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Carlinville, IL Posts: 6,144	Re: off-site rooms I've also used Priceline.com to get a room for $24/night only 15 minutes from WDW. __________________ . . Cavey, Tigger, BossMouse, Soundgod Erin, and Lil'pocohantas in association with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and Juicy Juice are proud to present Cavey-Fest III December 13, 2008

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JM0318 Big Cheese Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Middleburg, Florida Posts: 778	Re: off-site rooms We take quite a few impromptu trips to Disney.... Now this hotel is not fancy, but it is clean and I have never had anything taken from my room... it is Motel 6 it is on 192 directly behind McDonalds..... It has two full size beds and a bath... It ususlly runs us $35.00 including tax... no special rate or code needed..... the rooms are small... but if you are only sleeping in them.... it is ok... I hope this helps... __________________ ºoº Judy *Just a little Pixie Dust goes a long way* Last edited by JM0318; 10-03-2005 at 11:39 PM. Reason: spelling

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Erin Scooter Princess Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Welaka Posts: 9,771	Re: off-site rooms We stayed at a Clarion for 69.00 a night on Irlo Bronson during peak season (spring break) so, I know it's possible. Just look up Disney Area hotels. Most of the "partner" hotels even provide bus transportation...if you're interested. __________________ Team Jake! http://www.twitter.com/IamBubbles www.facebook.com/scooterprincess

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Tinkerbelle67 Mouse Meister Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,064	Re: off-site rooms Another great site to try Is www.tripadvisor.com. It has objective and unbiased reviews of hotels from all over the world. I've used it many times and have never been disappointed.

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