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We own at SSR and AKLV and really like both of them. Unlike many others, I look forward to staying at SSR. It is true that the theme is subdued, but that is sometimes an advantage. It is also quieter when I have been there.
The addition of the Treehouses makes this a one of my favorites on property. Be sure that it is not everyones idea of a perfect Disney resort though, and judge by your own tastes.
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I stayed at SSR twice. The first time out of ignorance, the second time I had no choice. I have only the Beach Club and Boardwalk to compare it to and it's a very big drop off from those two. You feel like you are in the middle of nowhere. It often takes an hour to get to a park. And you just don't get that Disney feeling there.
If you do stay there, try to stay at the Springs. It's close to the bus, pool, restaurants and lobby.
Somebody mentioned a foodcourt there. Are they referring to the Artist's Pallette?
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SSR gets a bad rap, but we own there and we really like it. In fact, we'll be there in just a bit over three weeks (splitting a stay between there and BLT).
Also keep in mind that owning at SSR let's you book the treehouse villas at the 11 month window, as well.
That being said, buy where you want to stay. If you think you'd be happier somewhere else, spend the extra money for the resort you want. You'll be much happier with your purchase in the end.
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IMHO, Saratoga gives you the best of both worlds -- you're staying at a Disney property but you're not right in the middle of all the hubbub. And if you like hubbub, you can stay at another DVC resort. Anecdotally, we've waitlisted for the Boardwalk three times and have always gotten it. Also, we called about a June stay at BLT and didn't even have to waitlist.
Here's my pros/cons list for SSR:
Pros:
Beautiful grounds
Peaceful setting
Short walk or boat ride to shopping at Downtown Disney
Good sit-down and cafeteria-style restaurants
Nice walkway along lake separating DD from SSR
Springs-like pool
Traditional/upscale furnishings and design
Treehouse rooms
Currently one of lowest DVC dues rates
Cons:
Not next to theme park (could be pro or con)
Sometimes long walk to main building depending on room location
Main lobby is pretty "blah" decor-wise
Outdoor concrete hallways (they go with the stables theme but I just don't like them)
Hope this helps!
Many visits over 35+ years!
DVC member since 2004 (SSR)
Stayed at: Bay Lake Tower, Polynesian, Contemporary, Wilderness Lodge, Boardwalk, Beach Club, Dolphin, PO Riverside, AS Sports, AS Movies, Saratoga, Vero Beach, Hilton Head, Aulani, Disneyland Hotel, and Grand Californian.
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Considering buying into Saratoga Springs
We own at SSR and BLT and are happy staying at both resorts. There are DVCs that many people love but that I do not prefer. This is all a matter of personal preference. Some people like the feel of being in the center of Disney activity and like to be close to the parks. Others like a break from the parks and to be at a DVC with a different feel.
SSR not only has lower annual dues but it also has one of the longer contract years. Some of the DVC contracts will expire much sooner than others. Personally I like both the quick service and sit down dinning venues and the option to eat at DD. I do like the close proximity to DD and the feeling that I can just walk, bus or boat ride over for different activities.
Even though you may have a good chance of getting into a non-home resort at the 7 month window, especially if you like to visit during non-peak seasons, I agree that you should like your home resort too because you might have to stay there. I would also check out the point per night differences among the DVC resorts. This too may impact your decision.
I wish people could visit each resort before purchasing. Each feels so different and you get a real feel for each when you walk the grounds, check out the pool and dinning areas and sit in the lobby. We all want something different from out vacations so again this decision is a very personal matter. In the end you will have to be happy with your choice.
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We own at SSR and love staying here. We have tried others and like them also but SSR seems to be more relaxed and the kids love the main pool. We also stayed at the treehouses which are part of SSR and really really love them because you get 3 rooms for the same price of a 2 bedroom. Our kids are young and had the best time there and keep asking when we are going to go back to the treehouses.
82 84 85 Apr00 MGV, Jan03 LTV, Sep03 ASMu, Mar04 SVR, Sept04 Pop, Sep05 SSR, Dec06 SSR, Oct07 WLV, Oct09 THV, Oct10 AKL, Oct11 AKL, Oct12 THV, Feb13 CBR, Sept13 BLT/BWV, Apr14 BLT/VB , Jun14 BCV, July14 AKL, Jan15 SSR/DCL, June15 BCV/OKW/VB, Nov15 DCL/Poly, Apr16 GF
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We own at OKW and have only stayed there 1 quick visit. We never have trouble booking at the other resorts, except maybe BCV (but we've never really tried all that hard- we called at @ 6 months out and could get a 2 BR, but wanted a 1 BR). I would suggest buying at SSR or OKW, as they are the best deals out there (aside from HH and VB- but those are thw highest in annual dues). We are looking to add on and looked into buying from Disney. Let me just say...the deals are significantly better through resale.
Now about SSR- We didn't like it so much. It is remote and the busses took forever. However, my inlaws love it. They love to take their time and be away from all the hubub. We did like OKW though, but did not do the parks when we stayed there. We love the size and layout of the 1 BR at OKW.
DVC members since 2006....OKW, HH and BWV
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