"Standard or Preferred" View at Boardwalk Villas?

**WishUponAStar** · 01-05-2006

Does anyone know what the "standard" view at the Boardwalk Villas consists of?

I can picture the boardwalk facing side of the resort but can't figure out what the "standard" view might be. What is there to look at BESIDES the boardwalk, water, pool, or gardens??

Also, tell me about it... location wise. Are there BETTER buildings to request than others? Which are closest to the Boardwalk entrance, lobby, boats to MGM/EPCOT?

Thank you.

(wow, this is REALLY hard NOT thinking about these things before the DVC contract is actually signed, DANG FEDEX, haha)

**Dana** · 01-05-2006

standard usually means parking lot, trees or gardens. Not positive about the boardwalk, but that's what it has meant at the polynesian, akl and any other place I have stayed at WDW.

**WishUponAStar** · 01-05-2006

I thought the same thing but from what I remember of the Boardwalk I can't picture any of the building having a parking lot view. I wonder if the layout is to be found anywhere on-line?

BuzzLightyear · 01-05-2006

I found this info for ya.
We are stying at the BWV's also in May. Can't wait!!!

What are the differences between the room views?

The Standard View category can either overlook the manicured grounds near the entrance of the resort, with the parking lot beyond that; or they can overlook beautiful gardens and walkways and quiet pool. These Standard Views seem to be the most private since they are closed off from the Boardwalk and the parking areas.

The Water View room category overlook Crescent Lake and the Boardwalk, and tend to be more lively in the evening hours. These Water View rooms are sometimes referred to as Preferred Views. A Variable View is usually used in conjunction with discounted rooms and means you won't have a guaranteed view because of the discount.

**llama** · 01-05-2006

We had a standard view at Boardwalk (in the Villas, but it's the same view as the Inn). It overlooked the front of the resort. Yes, you do see the parking lot, but it's a long way from the Inn. It's mostly lawn, and trees. AND it is much, much quieter than the preferred views. We've had both and would take standard over preferred.

**WishUponAStar** · 01-05-2006

OK, so if you stay in a standard view is it close to the lobby and boardwalk entrance still?
I guess my question is... I like being NEAR everything but I also like the quiet. I HATE being FAR away from the lobby and hubbub b/c i wanna feel like I can dash over if I need anything quickly. Although, I would LOVE to save the points and stay in the "cheaper" standard view room.

Will I hate it? I want quiet but i don't want to feel secluded.

**llama** · 01-06-2006

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Originally Posted by WishUponAStar

OK, so if you stay in a standard view is it close to the lobby and boardwalk entrance still?
I guess my question is... I like being NEAR everything but I also like the quiet. I HATE being FAR away from the lobby and hubbub b/c i wanna feel like I can dash over if I need anything quickly. Although, I would LOVE to save the points and stay in the "cheaper" standard view room.

Will I hate it? I want quiet but i don't want to feel secluded.

At Boardwalk, especially, the "standards" go first - when people figure out that the view is really quite nice. You would have to request a room near the lobby - but it wouldn't be guaranteed. Having a "preferred" view doesn't mean you'll be any nearer to the lobby. We had a preferred view a couple of years ago (an upgrade), and it was at the very end of the resort. Yes, it was great to watch Illuminations from our balconey, but not so great trying to get to sleep, when the Boardwalk clubs were going strong until 2 a.m. I'd definitely take a standard - and request one close to the lobby if possible.

rlcarmichael · 01-06-2006

Book standard. Always chance you'll get the preferred anyway. A room is just a place to sleep when you're not in the parks;

Cavey · 01-06-2006

The boardwalk side of the resort is so festive at night. I envied the people out on their balconies watching young lovers strolling past (Oh, and Lil & I with 2 screaming kids...)

DayDreamer · 01-06-2006

Wish you're doing it big. The Boardwalk is a really nice resort, I hope you get a great room.

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WishUponAStar & dream a little dream Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: I'm right here! HI! Posts: 9,733	Re: "Standard or Preferred" View at Boardwalk Villas? OK, so if you stay in a standard view is it close to the lobby and boardwalk entrance still? I guess my question is... I like being NEAR everything but I also like the quiet. I HATE being FAR away from the lobby and hubbub b/c i wanna feel like I can dash over if I need anything quickly. Although, I would LOVE to save the points and stay in the "cheaper" standard view room. Will I hate it? I want quiet but i don't want to feel secluded. __________________ Disneyland & College Program Moderator Halloween avatar by Mickeysgirlz!!!! My Disney Countdown Counting down to: BOO w/ Mickey's Crew off to see the Headless Horseman

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rlcarmichael Mouse Meister Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Chesapeake VA Posts: 1,489	Re: "Standard or Preferred" View at Boardwalk Villas? Book standard. Always chance you'll get the preferred anyway. A room is just a place to sleep when you're not in the parks; __________________ Richard Carmichael, Chesapeake VA DVC Member BLT & SSR; 2008-SSR, WLV, OKW YC; 2007-YC, GF DCL Wonder; 2006-SSR, SoG, Poly; 2005- Poly (x2), Orange Lake; 1999-Courtyard LB; Disney Inn (RIP) (now SoG) '90, '88, '86 Make-A-Wish Volunteer www.wish.org My Wish - no Wish Kids to send to see THE* Mouse.* 2nd Fav Org - Give Kids The World Village www.gktw.org My Disney Countdown Counting down to: MVMCP! 61 days 20 hours 33 minutes

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Cavey MB's Rabble Rouser® Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Carlinville, IL Posts: 6,183	Re: "Standard or Preferred" View at Boardwalk Villas? The boardwalk side of the resort is so festive at night. I envied the people out on their balconies watching young lovers strolling past (Oh, and Lil & I with 2 screaming kids...) __________________ . . 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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