I would, you could save a great deal of money.
I used to think that I would always stay on Disney Property. I just love the Polynesian. But, the fact is, the Magic Kingdom Club is gone, and whatever discounts are available are nothing like they used to be in the good old days...
Now, though, we are fortunate to have Priceline, and it is incredible! I have completely changed my mind about staying on property.. I stayed at the 4 star Marriott Orlando World Center (MOWC) on our recent trip for $75 per night (I might even have gotten it a little cheaper if I had been more agressive in my bidding), and it was worth 2 to 3 times that. I would highly recommend it to you. Request the north tower, with a fireworks view. You won't regret it...Just think about all the Disney pins you could buy with the $200 you will save every day versus staying in a Disney premium resort!!
On my next trip, I am taking cheap to a whole new level!! I booked rooms through Priceline in the Sheraton World resort, a three star resort right near SeaWorld, for $25 per night!!! The place looks just fine, check their website.... I am still in shock that hotel rooms are so readily available at such fantastic prices in Orlando right now. Take advantage of this opportunity while it is here,
it may not last forever!!
Sure, you will need to rent a car, no big deal, Priceline will help you out there too!! The fact is, it is a great deal more convenient to hop in your car and drive to the parks than waiting for the Disney bus transportation...
We usually find a way to park at the Polynesian parking lot (ressies at Ohana is our favorite excuse), and take the monorail from there. Walking through the Polynesian lobby gives me all the wonderful feelings that I would get if I was staying there (for around $300 per night!!).
One last thing: there is a current promotion, with American Express, by which they will add $20 per night to your bid if you pay with an Amex card, use this if you have the card... All the information you need regarding this promotion, or anything else Priceline related can be found at the Priceline Expedia Bidding Forum (look under "Bonus Money Opportunities" for the Amex info). Best of luck planning your vacation. Here is a link to this wonderful bulletin board:
Priceline Expedia Bidding Forum
Dave
1993 Port Orleans
1996 Polynesian
1998 Hyatt
1999 Wilderness Cabins
2000 Westgate Lakes
2000 Marriott World Cntr.
2001 Disney Magic
[This message was edited by DGuiltinan on 01-23-01 at 11:19 AM.]