In mid-June, DH & I will be staying on WDW property for the first time since 2011! It will also be our first time at Pop and I had a few questions even after searching through the message threads. We booked a Standard Room as we won't be in the room that much, but I am a little unsure of what to request regarding location.
1) Anyone know if ALL the room refurbishments will be all done by June and actual building choice won't matter? I was reading that some of the 1950s rooms were really bad.
2) Speaking of location, I keep hearing lake view and top floor is quietest due to the new laminate floors and away from pool areas. Frankly, I'm more concerned about bus stop location and walking to/from the room for long park days, but if the sound is "that bad" is it better to request top floor/lake view?
3) I personally was leaning toward requesting building 1 (1950s) but is building 7 (1970s) better or about the same? We aren't planning on doing laundry, but i know 1970s buildings don't have a close laundry. But just in case...(maybe I kinda answered my own question with that lol)
4) I read that some of the moderates and up resorts have TVs that tell you when the next bus is arriving. I assume that is not the case for value resorts like Pop?
5) Fingers crossed that the gondola will be done by June, but anyone have any further info on when that is supposed to be completed? I keep hearing mid-2019 but that could mean anywhere from June-August.
Thanks in advance for all your help! I always enjoy planning Disney trips.