Lake Buena Vista Resort and Spa - The DIS Discussion Forums

iman · 03-13-2009, 07:18 AM

Has anyone stayed at Lake Buena Vista Resort and Spa? I am trying to decide between this hotel or the All Stars (we are going with 6 adults and 2 kids and basially need 3 bedrooms) and price is always a concern. Does anyone have any positive/negative comments about my plan?

rebecca06261 · 03-13-2009, 10:17 AM

My bff was able to get Lake Buena Vista Spa and Resort for $114 a night (w/ junk fees) and it was very well worth the money

It came with 2 queen beds (vs 2 full-size beds) and a pull-out queen sofa bed. However, it was only 1 bathroom.

Were you considering the all-star suites, or just getting 3 separate rooms???

If you are wanting to save money and room with the other couples, I would avoid a standard hotel and opt for a off-site condo instead. There are several to choose from in dtd, or within close proximity.

iman · 03-13-2009, 10:27 AM

We were considering the All star suite and purchasing 3 rooms at the All Star. We are taking my 2 kids, plus my parents and my in-laws. My wife really wants to avoid the All Stars and the moderates and the 3 bedrooms at Saratoga is just too expensive. I got a rate of $179 per night for a 3 bedroom and 3 bath. Unfortunatley, we are traveling with the in laws and not "friends" so sharing rooms isn't really an option. The Buena VIsta Resort is an off site condo/hotel setup and had great reviews on Expedia.com, but I wanted to hear from the Experts

rebecca06261 · 03-13-2009, 11:02 AM

Where is the 3b 3ba??? I'm confused... That sounds like a phenomenal deal- you'd spend much more than that on 3 rooms at the all-stars and if your wife isn't looking forward to staying there- then I'd avoid it anyways.

iman · 03-13-2009, 11:14 AM

Go to this link: http://www.lbvorlandoresort.com/

call them directly and ask for the best rate. It was about $40 per night than the Expedia rate.

bristolphil · 03-13-2009, 12:00 PM

we stayed at lake buana vista resort last year and had a 3 bedroom suite it was huge ,the main bathroom has a whirlpool . it had 2 bathrooms, and the irish bar on site was superb.

iman · 03-13-2009, 12:46 PM

Awsome, that is great to hear. Thanks for the feedback. Cheers!

steelebug · 03-15-2009, 07:21 AM

We stayed at Lake Buena Vista Resort and Spa in a 2br/2ba. It was fabulous. The pool was great. The rooms were spacious and clean. We were in the main building overlooking the pool. The price is well worth it!

MELSMICE · 03-23-2009, 01:20 PM

My sister is considering a stay there. They were told there is a free breakfast included. What type of breakfast is it.............buffet, continental?

Anyone know?

About how long does it take to get to the entrance to the parks from the hotel?

bristolphil · 03-29-2009, 03:14 PM

i cant see how you get a free breakfast as there is nowhere to eat it, the only restaurant is the irish pub.
its a 5 min drive to wdw

iman · 03-29-2009, 03:34 PM

5 minute drive is great. I keep looking to see if Disney extends the 40% offer, but the more I hear about this hotel it keeps sounding better.

Addicted to Dopey · 03-29-2009, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by bristolphil

i cant see how you get a free breakfast as there is nowhere to eat it, the only restaurant is the irish pub.
its a 5 min drive to wdw

I'm thinking maybe you have your hotels confused?!? we stayed at the LBV palace and spa in December and had two regular rooms that were beautiful....VERY comfy beds and great water pressure in the shower (which disney doesnt always have)...we got vouchers each day for 2 free breakfasts in the main dining room...it was a FULL buffet with a lady who also made omlets or waffles....it was delicious!! and if you go on a sunday its a free character breakfast with mickey, minnie, and goofy!

Disbabe · 04-07-2009, 12:03 PM

We've booked into a 3 bedroomed condo at the Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa - right next door to Lake Buena Vista factory outlet and have also ready many good reviews. Last year we stayed at the Cypress Pointe Grand Villas - which had mixed reviews but we found it amazingly good, so if this resort is rated even higher than that one - we've got no qualms about going to LBVRV&S whatsoever! Love reading other people's reviews though LOL!

armomof3lvsdisney · 04-18-2009, 03:53 PM

Is the WDW entrance you use the DTD entrance. I'm trying to figure out where the hotel is located. TIA

Floydian · 05-10-2009, 02:38 PM

I've been looking at this place myself for a little "stay-cation" (check my location to the left). I'm very familiar with the location, and from the outside, it looks great. Also, I know it was built within the past few years.

It's right next to the LBV Outlet stores, off 535, just down the road from Wal-Mart. Also, it's set back from the road, so shouldn't have any problems with traffic noise. From this resort, you would exit and turn right onto 535, then left at the first light onto 536 (Epcot Center Drive). From there, it's an easy drive to follow the signs to anything at WDW. In fact, that's the same exit I always use from I4 when going to WDW for anything but DTD or AK, so it's a good location.

Lastly, the prices on their site seem great. I may cancel my SSR reservation and save some $$ just to stay here and enjoy the in-room jacuzzi tub.

03-13-2009, 07:18 AM	#1
iman Mouseketeer Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Pelham, NH Posts: 123	Lake Buena Vista Resort and Spa Has anyone stayed at Lake Buena Vista Resort and Spa? I am trying to decide between this hotel or the All Stars (we are going with 6 adults and 2 kids and basially need 3 bedrooms) and price is always a concern. Does anyone have any positive/negative comments about my plan?

03-23-2009, 01:20 PM	#9
MELSMICE Hi Ho, Hi Ho, to Disney World we'll go. It'll be such fun for everyone, Hi Ho, Hi Ho! Don't look now but the Tag Fairy is behind you!!! Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 11,136	My sister is considering a stay there. They were told there is a free breakfast included. What type of breakfast is it.............buffet, continental? Anyone know? About how long does it take to get to the entrance to the parks from the hotel? __________________ DVC owner at OKW & love it!!! DH & I DD23 DD20 DD20

03-29-2009, 03:14 PM	#10
bristolphil Earning My Ears Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: bristol uk Posts: 67	i cant see how you get a free breakfast as there is nowhere to eat it, the only restaurant is the irish pub. its a 5 min drive to wdw __________________

04-07-2009, 12:03 PM	#13
Disbabe DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Stafford, Staffs, UK Posts: 1,016	We've booked into a 3 bedroomed condo at the Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa - right next door to Lake Buena Vista factory outlet and have also ready many good reviews. Last year we stayed at the Cypress Pointe Grand Villas - which had mixed reviews but we found it amazingly good, so if this resort is rated even higher than that one - we've got no qualms about going to LBVRV&S whatsoever! Love reading other people's reviews though LOL! __________________ DLRP April 2000 , Wynfield Inn (village premier) May 2001, Quality Inn International Drive May 2002, 4 Bedroomed Villa Clear Creek May 2003, DLRP October 2003 , DLRP August 2004 , Fairfield Inn Marriott Village May 2005, DLRP December 2007 , Cypress Pointe Resort (Grand Villas) March 2008, Cypress Pointe Resort (Grand Villas) July 2009, Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa July 2010, Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel, Anaheim & Best Western Royal Palace Inn & Suites, Westwood July 2011, Cypress Pointe Resort/Disney's Beach Club Resort July 2013

04-18-2009, 03:53 PM	#14
armomof3lvsdisney DIS Veteran Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,090	Is the WDW entrance you use the DTD entrance. I'm trying to figure out where the hotel is located. TIA __________________ February 2011 ASMU March 2007, 2006, & 2003 POR May 1997 Offsite May 1983 Offsite

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03-13-2009, 10:17 AM	#2
rebecca06261 DIS Pirate Wench Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Living in Fantasy Land on most days but sleeping in Spring Hill, FL Posts: 1,544	My bff was able to get Lake Buena Vista Spa and Resort for $114 a night (w/ junk fees) and it was very well worth the money It came with 2 queen beds (vs 2 full-size beds) and a pull-out queen sofa bed. However, it was only 1 bathroom. Were you considering the all-star suites, or just getting 3 separate rooms??? If you are wanting to save money and room with the other couples, I would avoid a standard hotel and opt for a off-site condo instead. There are several to choose from in dtd, or within close proximity.

03-13-2009, 10:27 AM	#3
iman Mouseketeer Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Pelham, NH Posts: 123	We were considering the All star suite and purchasing 3 rooms at the All Star. We are taking my 2 kids, plus my parents and my in-laws. My wife really wants to avoid the All Stars and the moderates and the 3 bedrooms at Saratoga is just too expensive. I got a rate of $179 per night for a 3 bedroom and 3 bath. Unfortunatley, we are traveling with the in laws and not "friends" so sharing rooms isn't really an option. The Buena VIsta Resort is an off site condo/hotel setup and had great reviews on Expedia.com, but I wanted to hear from the Experts

03-13-2009, 11:02 AM	#4
rebecca06261 DIS Pirate Wench Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Living in Fantasy Land on most days but sleeping in Spring Hill, FL Posts: 1,544	Where is the 3b 3ba??? I'm confused... That sounds like a phenomenal deal- you'd spend much more than that on 3 rooms at the all-stars and if your wife isn't looking forward to staying there- then I'd avoid it anyways.

03-13-2009, 11:14 AM	#5
iman Mouseketeer Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Pelham, NH Posts: 123	Go to this link: http://www.lbvorlandoresort.com/ call them directly and ask for the best rate. It was about $40 per night than the Expedia rate.

03-13-2009, 12:00 PM	#6
bristolphil Earning My Ears Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: bristol uk Posts: 67	we stayed at lake buana vista resort last year and had a 3 bedroom suite it was huge ,the main bathroom has a whirlpool . it had 2 bathrooms, and the irish bar on site was superb.

03-13-2009, 12:46 PM	#7
iman Mouseketeer Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Pelham, NH Posts: 123	Awsome, that is great to hear. Thanks for the feedback. Cheers!

03-15-2009, 07:21 AM	#8
steelebug Mouseketeer Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 280	We stayed at Lake Buena Vista Resort and Spa in a 2br/2ba. It was fabulous. The pool was great. The rooms were spacious and clean. We were in the main building overlooking the pool. The price is well worth it!

03-29-2009, 03:34 PM	#11
iman Mouseketeer Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Pelham, NH Posts: 123	5 minute drive is great. I keep looking to see if Disney extends the 40% offer, but the more I hear about this hotel it keeps sounding better.

05-10-2009, 02:38 PM	#15
Floydian DIS Veteran Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 769	I've been looking at this place myself for a little "stay-cation" (check my location to the left). I'm very familiar with the location, and from the outside, it looks great. Also, I know it was built within the past few years. It's right next to the LBV Outlet stores, off 535, just down the road from Wal-Mart. Also, it's set back from the road, so shouldn't have any problems with traffic noise. From this resort, you would exit and turn right onto 535, then left at the first light onto 536 (Epcot Center Drive). From there, it's an easy drive to follow the signs to anything at WDW. In fact, that's the same exit I always use from I4 when going to WDW for anything but DTD or AK, so it's a good location. Lastly, the prices on their site seem great. I may cancel my SSR reservation and save some $$ just to stay here and enjoy the in-room jacuzzi tub.

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