What to do? DVC OKW room question

dvcforus · #1 (**permalink**) 05-25-2008, 08:22 PM

Today we canceled free dining at Pop and grabbed a 1BR at OKW in Sept with an AC. We invited my Mom now so it would be more comfortable to have a second villa which is where the dilemma comes in. I can grab another 1BR, same dates, with another AC I have or put in a request for a studio. If I got a studio, perhaps DVC would let us "join" the rooms into a 2BR when we check in if that's possible, or so I have read on another board. If they can't, then we would rather have another 1BR for $50/wk extra. Any advice? I would like to decide sooner than later to have everything planned out.

robin5252 · #2 (**permalink**) 05-26-2008, 12:13 AM

When using our points at Boardwalk last year. They did not have any 2 bedrooms left so we reserved a 1 bedroom and a studio(it cost us more points actually than a 2 bedroom) Upon arrival we asked if we could have the rooms close together. They put us in a 2 bedroom where we could actually all be in the same room. I hope it works out for you. If I were you I would call ahead and make the request ahead of time at OKW.

dvcforus · #3 (**permalink**) 05-26-2008, 01:00 AM

Thank you, I think we may try this route as it would be great to have a 2BR instead.

robin5252 · #4 (**permalink**) 05-27-2008, 01:11 PM

I hope it works out for you...

dvcforus · #5 (**permalink**) 05-27-2008, 04:13 PM

Today I grabbed the 2nd 1BR at OKW just to be safe, and we'll keep our fingers crossed that we can at least be in the same building or nearby...or possibly that DVC will work a miracle for us and let us have a 2BR and upgrade some lucky family from a studio to a 1BR

GrayFal · #6 (**permalink**) 05-28-2008, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by dvcforus

Today we canceled free dining at Pop and grabbed a 1BR at OKW in Sept with an AC. We invited my Mom now so it would be more comfortable to have a second villa which is where the dilemma comes in. I can grab another 1BR, same dates, with another AC I have or put in a request for a studio. If I got a studio, perhaps DVC would let us "join" the rooms into a 2BR when we check in if that's possible, or so I have read on another board. If they can't, then we would rather have another 1BR for $50/wk extra. Any advice? I would like to decide sooner than later to have everything planned out.

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Originally Posted by dvcforus

Today I grabbed the 2nd 1BR at OKW just to be safe, and we'll keep our fingers crossed that we can at least be in the same building or nearby...or possibly that DVC will work a miracle for us and let us have a 2BR and upgrade some lucky family from a studio to a 1BR

As you know, u have to pay a fee for each unit to DVC - call their customer service number and request your 2 units be next to each other - the 3 times I have stayed at DVC, I called the number and they honored my request.

The comment about 'joining rooms' is usually easy to accomplish at resorts that have all 2BR lock/offs as many Marriott's have that configuration.
My experience at DVC is that they have 'stand alone' units - 1BRs and 2BR that did not have the 'lock-off' feature/connecting door as well as the 'usual' L/Os.
So your best bet is to call and request the rooms be right next to or 1-2 doors away from each other - your kids will have fun 'visiting' grandma - they can even do a sleepover!

arlene22 · #7 (**permalink**) 05-29-2008, 10:35 PM

How many people do you have in total? If you have I think 10 or 11, you can register as a "grand gathering" and they will guarantee that your rooms are close together. You will also qualify to do special "magical gathering" events. We recently did the Epcot International Dinner and Illuminations Gathering. It was great. Definitely worth it.

dvcforus · #8 (**permalink**) 05-29-2008, 11:46 PM

We just have 5. Me, DH, dd6, dd2 and my mother. The last time we were at OKW in Sept. it seemed very quiet and like a lot of rooms were empty, so I am really hoping we are at least in the same building! Next time I'll plan ahead and just get a 2BR! That is good info to know about Grand Gatherings for the future. We went with 10 people in February but stayed at Marriott Cypress Harbour, but if we stay on site next time that sounds fun!

robin5252 · #9 (**permalink**) 05-30-2008, 08:16 AM

We were able to do a Grand Gathering with 9, I think the number is 8 or more or at least that is what I was told last year.

idahodude · #10 (**permalink**) 05-30-2008, 08:32 PM

As I recall, most of the 2 BR at DVC are lock-offs so can fairly easily "join" rooms, but I would make the request before you go.