Disney's YACHT & BEACH CLUB RESORTS Information & Questions

[Maxie86]

Hey folks... Thought I would give my thoughts on our recent stay at Yacht Club as a first timer.

Getting off Magical express on Sunday morning in front of the resort was actually kind of magical. The resort is very beautiful... (I know you all know this but this was my first time back to Disney in 25+ years and first time ever staying on property for my Wife and me.)

We were greeted by some very helpful cast members who directed us to the check-in area. We were acknowledged by a gentleman who was dressed up in some yachting regalia but it was only a cursory glance and welcome... he seemed stiff and uncomfortable.

Check-in was very smooth and the cast members were great. We were told that we were Upgraded to Club level! YAY! We had reserved a standard garden view so we were excited about that. One of the CM's winked and said she thought we would REALLY like the upgrade. I didn't know why but was very grateful to be club level. ( we had no idea what was coming). We did not ask for any upgrades or favors. We were celebrating 5 years together and I think my TA put that in our reservation. (maybe that had something to do with it?)

The room was immediately ready and so we went up to the room. ( Room 3155 )
We were a bit perplexed as to why our room number was on three different doors and it started to sink in a little. We opened up the room and discovered that we had been upgraded to the Turret Suite which is a two bedroom / three bathroom suite. HOLY COW! I mean... HOLY COW this room was amazing!
I have included some pictures below. ( I had a panoramic but it wouldn't allow me to upload it.)

The room was amazing. The cast members were also amazing and so very helpful with everything. This, as I said was our first experience with staying on property and we will DEFINITELY do it again. I can not say enough good things about this resort and we can not wait to come back.
If you have any questions let me know I will try and answer the best I can.

What awesome pixie dust, congrats on the room and your anniversary. The room looks amazing. Thanks for posting the pics.

 

[Wood Nymph]

What a great upgrade. How many days were you there?

 

[NavyAT1]

What a great upgrade. How many days were you there?

We were there for 4 nights. ... 4 nights that went by WAY too quickly.

 

[PolyAddict]

Question, we are on rented points and want to get the towel/trash service. Do we just let me know at check in?

 

[PCFriar80]

Question, we are on rented points and want to get the towel/trash service. Do we just let me know at check in?

No need to tell them when you check in. You'll get Trash and Towel service on day four. As an example, if you check in on a Wednesday, you'll get the service on Saturday. They'll replenish toiletries, coffee packets, and towels. Under the recent policy, which did happen to us in January your trash will be removed daily. If you're staying less than 4 nights there will be no Trash and Towel service.

 

[wdwnut61]

Hey folks... Thought I would give my thoughts on our recent stay at Yacht Club as a first timer.

Getting off Magical express on Sunday morning in front of the resort was actually kind of magical. The resort is very beautiful... (I know you all know this but this was my first time back to Disney in 25+ years and first time ever staying on property for my Wife and me.)

We were greeted by some very helpful cast members who directed us to the check-in area. We were acknowledged by a gentleman who was dressed up in some yachting regalia but it was only a cursory glance and welcome... he seemed stiff and uncomfortable.

Check-in was very smooth and the cast members were great. We were told that we were Upgraded to Club level! YAY! We had reserved a standard garden view so we were excited about that. One of the CM's winked and said she thought we would REALLY like the upgrade. I didn't know why but was very grateful to be club level. ( we had no idea what was coming). We did not ask for any upgrades or favors. We were celebrating 5 years together and I think my TA put that in our reservation. (maybe that had something to do with it?)

The room was immediately ready and so we went up to the room. ( Room 3155 )
We were a bit perplexed as to why our room number was on three different doors and it started to sink in a little. We opened up the room and discovered that we had been upgraded to the Turret Suite which is a two bedroom / three bathroom suite. HOLY COW! I mean... HOLY COW this room was amazing!
I have included some pictures below. ( I had a panoramic but it wouldn't allow me to upload it.)

The room was amazing. The cast members were also amazing and so very helpful with everything. This, as I said was our first experience with staying on property and we will DEFINITELY do it again. I can not say enough good things about this resort and we can not wait to come back.
If you have any questions let me know I will try and answer the best I can.

Two Queen bed room #2
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Bedroom #2 from Entry way
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Entry way into bedroom #2


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Living Room Bathroom
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Living Room looking to entry and BR2. ( I also had arranged a "Welcome" from Disney floral.. wow that was cool too! )

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Master bedroom King. (Pardon the suitcases and my DW in the mirror lol )
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View from the full porch off the master BR. Looking at the Boardwalk and Epcot fireworks!

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Congratulations on your anniversary
Wow what an amazing upgrade and beautiful pictures

 

[PolyAddict]

No need to tell them when you check in. You'll get Trash and Towel service on day four. As an example, if you check in on a Wednesday, you'll get the service on Saturday. They'll replenish toiletries, coffee packets, and towels. Under the recent policy, which did happen to us in January your trash will be removed daily. If you're staying less than 4 nights there will be no Trash and Towel service.

That is what I am wondering about because we are only there 4 days So i want to pay the fee for the daily towel services.

 

[Hopefully]

Thanks for the encouragement for the tour and alternate transportation. Despite staying at the Yacht Club, taking the Backstage Magic tour (and having dinner that night at Yachtsman Steakhouse) I'm basically a cheapskate at heart and hate to spend money for Uber when it's so close and i should be able to walk. Disney math strikes again!

Why do you claim”Disney math strikes again”. You do not want to use a ticket to get through Epcot from the IG. Alternative transportation is therefore required. Where is the Disney math?

 

[PCFriar80]

That is what I am wondering about because we are only there 4 days So i want to pay the fee for the daily towel services.

You can let them know when you check-in or call housekeeping from your room once you're situated.

 

[PolyAddict]

You can let them know when you check-in or call housekeeping from your room once you're situated.

Perfect thanks

 

[aboveH20]

It's a very long day when u do that tour. Don't burn all your energy before the tour even starts.

If u enter your Delta frequent flyer number into your Lyft account, you will get discounts applied automatically to your Lyft rides. If you don't use Delta, do it anyway.

That's what I was thinking, that I don't need to power walk through Epcot before a seven hour tour since my hip has been bothering me. (Doctor appt on Tuesday, hoping for quick relief.)

Good to know about Delta, thanks

Why do you claim”Disney math strikes again”. You do not want to use a ticket to get through Epcot from the IG. Alternative transportation is therefore required. Where is the Disney math?

I was laughing at myself for spending money to stay at the Yacht Club, spending money to take the tour, planning an expensive dinner, but not wanting to spend $8 on Uber. Maybe psychology, not math .

 

[poohnpigletCA]

Here now and it is beautiful. On day 1 daughter woke with a fever, cough and painful throat. I had packed medicine but it goes quickly and is expensive to buy more here. So pack extra cold medicine when you come. So many people here are sick.

 

[Tess]

Here now and it is beautiful. On day 1 daughter woke with a fever, cough and painful throat. I had packed medicine but it goes quickly and is expensive to buy more here. So pack extra cold medicine when you come. So many people here are sick.

You can phone in an order to Turner Drugs for OTC medication and they deliver. May be cheaper than buying on property.

 

[natebenma]

Here now and it is beautiful. On day 1 daughter woke with a fever, cough and painful throat. I had packed medicine but it goes quickly and is expensive to buy more here. So pack extra cold medicine when you come. So many people here are sick.

You can phone in an order to Turner Drugs for OTC medication and they deliver. May be cheaper than buying on property.

Great suggestion! I think the delivery charge used to be $7.50. That was ages ago, so I don't know if it has gone up significantly since then.

 

[vettegirl]

Please put us down for the YC CL Pool/Lagoon View Feb 23-26. My little man and I are going on a Mommy and Son resort only stay that weekend. Check in Friday and leave Monday evening!!

 

[poohnpigletCA]

You can phone in an order to Turner Drugs for OTC medication and they deliver. May be cheaper than buying on property.

Great suggestion! I think the delivery charge used to be $7.50. That was ages ago, so I don't know if it has gone up significantly since then.

Thank you! Turner drugs is delivering to the yacht club. Delivery fee is 7.50 medicine costs about the same as at the resort but they have a larger selection and most importantly a thermometer.

 

[Best Aunt]

Question, we are on rented points and want to get the towel/trash service. Do we just let me know at check in?

Do you mean you want towel service every day? (As PP mentioned, you automatically get trash removal every day now.)

 

[Tess]

Thank you! Turner drugs is delivering to the yacht club. Delivery fee is 7.50 medicine costs about the same as at the resort but they have a larger selection and most importantly a thermometer.

Glad it worked out for you! Word to the wise, when you travel always pack a thermometer. I know I did and should find one for our suitcase because last fall, I did not have one and it was needed! Hope your little one feels better soon.

 

[waltdisfam4]

Question for BC folks - I am a much earlier riser than my family. On previous trips to Disney, I’d relax in the Wilderness Lodge lobby area (by the big fireplace) or on the balcony of our Poly or WL rooms. Coffee is a must...people watching with a pretty view/relaxing place/hidden quiet nook while reading the news will be my early morning happy time. Any suggestions on where to relax, alone, around 6-7:30ish each morning at the BC? And where can I get a cup of coffee? Brewing my own coffee in the room will not only wake up my family, but I am guessing it will not taste as wonderful as coffee I can find somewhere else on the property. Note: weather might be pleasant in the mornings so I’m open to outside suggestions also? We will be visiting from March 20 - 27th. Thanks!!

 

[GTApex]

Question for BC folks - I am a much earlier riser than my family. On previous trips to Disney, I’d relax in the Wilderness Lodge lobby area (by the big fireplace) or on the balcony of our Poly or WL rooms. Coffee is a must...people watching with a pretty view/relaxing place/hidden quiet nook while reading the news will be my early morning happy time. Any suggestions on where to relax, alone, around 6-7:30ish each morning at the BC? And where can I get a cup of coffee? Brewing my own coffee in the room will not only wake up my family, but I am guessing it will not taste as wonderful as coffee I can find somewhere else on the property. Note: weather might be pleasant in the mornings so I’m open to outside suggestions also? We will be visiting from March 20 - 27th. Thanks!!

Grab a coffee at the marketplace and chill out in the solarium?

Or maybe in the “breezeway” area of the DVC building?