(2014-2020) Disney's GRAND FLORIDIAN RESORT & SPA + VILLAS Information & Questions

[linjohn]

It’s hard to believe that the pool would be closed during spring break one of the busiest times of the year with no alternative.

 

[CarolynFH]

It’s hard to believe that the pool would be closed during spring break one of the busiest times of the year with no alternative.

We’ll be at the Villas in February and got the message re the pool closure too. It said the Courtyard pool is the alternate.

 

[x98bjv]

Is there anywhere on the resort where we can get basic grocery items like milk? Thanks!

 

[foodiddiedoo]

Is there anywhere on the resort where we can get basic grocery items like milk? Thanks!

There's Sandy Cove Gift and Sundry Shop. Has the fridges with sodas/milk/frozen food.

 

[followthatmouse]

Is there anywhere on the resort where we can get basic grocery items like milk? Thanks!

As foodiddiedoo says, Sandy Cove has a range of basics including milk. They have juices, breakfast cereals, boxed bakery items and a small range of toiletries. There is a selection of pharmacy items for those who find themselves ill with coughs, colds and with tummy troubles on vacation.

 

[trishadono]

I am wondering if anyone knows where the elevators are located in the villas. Like when you get off what room numbers are the elevators are closet
Thank you.

https://www.disboards.com/threads/vgf-villas-views-revised-07-22-2017.3192814/#post-49955749

The elevator on the bottom where white square area is. Basically on end closest to wedding chapel/facing poly. The building feels small. We were in 1306 and easy to get to elevator.

 

[Sue M]

It’s hard to believe that the pool would be closed during spring break one of the busiest times of the year with no alternative.

There are 2 pools. Courtyard pool is in the centre of the resort, and the larger pool.

 

[linjohn]

I know there are two pools and only one will be closed, but the one closed is the one with the slide. My grandchildren like having a slide available.

 

[trishadono]

I know there are two pools and only one will be closed, but the one closed is the one with the slide. My grandchildren like having a slide available.

If they are little the water play area does have one. If older than unfortunately not. However you can always inquire at lobby for other options. Disney sometimes makes case by case exceptions if needed.

 

[linjohn]

They are teenagers and were looking forward to the slide. I am thinking about changing resorts and going to the Poly which will save me almost a thousand dollars for the week.

 

[trishadono]

They are teenagers and were looking forward to the slide. I am thinking about changing resorts and going to the Poly which will save me almost a thousand dollars for the week.

Ah that makes a difference.

If room is available that may work. Poly is fun for kids. I have stayed at both resorts many times. Pm me if you have any questions.

It's like choosing which kid is your favorite, I love both and CR too.

 

[trishadono]

They are teenagers and were looking forward to the slide. I am thinking about changing resorts and going to the Poly which will save me almost a thousand dollars for the week.

Also may I recommend poly gv cl? If price close the kids would love all day food and drink access. Also great location for both pools and beach.

 

[linjohn]

I am going to leave the decision up to the kids as we have stayed at the Poly before and they didn’t really care for it.

 

[Winniebell10]

Hi all. I just switched resorts for our upcoming trip. Found a pass holder rate for an Outer Building Deluxe Garden View room. We've never stayed at the GF, and I'm wondering about room requests. I don't want to make a confusing request. Do all of the buildings at the hotel have this deluxe size category? Are these types of rooms on all of the floors? I hope I'm making sense.
Thank you for your help! We are really looking forward to our trip and stay here.

 

[trishadono]

Hi all. I just switched resorts for our upcoming trip. Found a pass holder rate for an Outer Building Deluxe Garden View room. We've never stayed at the GF, and I'm wondering about room requests. I don't want to make a confusing request. Do all of the buildings at the hotel have this deluxe size category? Are these types of rooms on all of the floors? I hope I'm making sense.
Thank you for your help! We are really looking forward to our trip and stay here.

The outer building deluxe rooms are in the buildings facing courtyard pool/inside. Floors 2-5. 5 doesn't have a balcony FYI.

So the deluxe are a "row" of rooms . One each per building I believe, sugar loaf is by request for club level clients.


If you look at pix, they are easy to spot, the octagon shape is your extra Bump out. See above

 

[Scott MC]

Can I ask, is the feature pool going to be dramatically different after this closure? Or is it just maintenance?

 

[GADisneyDad14]

The beginnings of the holidays in the GF lobby.... https://twitter.com/mousesteps/status/928069944549527558

 

[trishadono]

Can I ask, is the feature pool going to be dramatically different after this closure? Or is it just maintenance?

I haven't seen anything but I'm guessing maintenance since they take years ..... to do a change.

 

[mrsap]

The beginnings of the holidays in the GF lobby.... https://twitter.com/mousesteps/status/928069944549527558

So beautiful! 14 more days till my trip begins! Can’t wait to see it!

 

[Winniebell10]

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The outer building deluxe rooms are in the buildings facing courtyard pool/inside. Floors 2-5. 5 doesn't have a balcony FYI.

So the deluxe are a "row" of rooms . One each per building I believe, sugar loaf is by request for club level clients.


If you look at pix, they are easy to spot, the octagon shape is your extra Bump out. See above

That helps a ton. Thank you!