Sheraton Lake Buena Vista Resort, Orlando [Master Thread]
#61
Join Date: Jun 2004
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well it is located on busy 535, you can walk across the street and there is the Ale House, Macaroni Grill, Chilis, 7/11, Shoney's and Walgreens. Also on the same side of the Road there is an Olive Garden, Sizzler, Steak N Shake, some mexican joint, pizza hut. Not that close to a grocery store unless you want a little walk down to the Winn Dixie.
Do you have a car?
Do you have a car?
I will have a car for the 1st day. I will be able to get any grocery provisions I need (family of 4) then. But I'm turning it in because for spring break week, it's like 400 for the week, and most of the time it would just be sitting in the hotel parking lot. I plan on doing the shuttle back and forth to the Disney properties, cab or car service back to the airport, walk for food.
Thanks for the assurance that 'walk for food' can happen.
#62
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The are + and - to having a car; sounds like you have weighed them appropriately. Have a good trip.
#63
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We stayed at this property back in 2006 and the "walk for food" can definitely happen. But, I have to admit, per Mary2e's advice, that being able to drive to the parks was a huge time saver. I understand that the rental will be $400+, but if you can find it for any price cheaper, I'd go with the car rental.
We booked a suite at this hotel and it was okay. We were much happier staying "on-property" at the Dolphin.
We booked a suite at this hotel and it was okay. We were much happier staying "on-property" at the Dolphin.
#64
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5 free nights thanks to spg points. It won't be the nicest place I've ever stayed, but you can't beat "free".
#66
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Beats me on how reliable the shuttle is; we never took it.
Dug up this old thread re: transportation around Orlando: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/showt...%2A+rental
Dug up this old thread re: transportation around Orlando: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/showt...%2A+rental
#67
Join Date: Jan 2006
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[QUOTE=Delta Hog;9089313]I asked the shuttle schedule and it sounded hourly....is that a scam?
Not a scam but it is full sometimes. You may want to check w/someone at bell desk about it before your visit.
Not a scam but it is full sometimes. You may want to check w/someone at bell desk about it before your visit.
#68
Join Date: Jun 2006
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Qdoba is right across the street and has good burrito'ish things like CHipotle, etc.
There are probably 20 -30 restaurants within walking distance there. Do not eat at the hotel. It's terrible. I am local and my wife and I were desperate one night and everything was packed.
#70
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Sheraton Safari Orlando Suite Pictures
Living Room Area
Living Room TV
Kitchen Area
Desk Area
Bed Room
Sink and Vanity Area
Python Snake Slide
View From Room
Last edited by jrzyshawn; Jun 22, 2009 at 1:12 am
#72
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It is not a bad place for the money. You can get this place for about $69-79 a nt for a standard room, and as a gold, I always received an upgrade to a 1 bedroom suite. I would not pay more than $119 a night for this hotel though.
#73
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Hotels in Orlando offering Breakfast to Platinum Guests?
I am planning a trip to Orlando for 4 nights.
I am a Platinum member with Starwood and would like to know the hotels which offer free breakfast to Platinum Guest.
Currently, I am thinking of staying at the Sheraton Safari. Can someone tell me if this hotel offers free breakfast? Also what is the chance of an upgrade to a Suite? And lastly what are the amenities provided as a Platinum Guest?
P.S: I did search the threads for the above answers but could not get a definite answer and hence posting on a new thread
I am a Platinum member with Starwood and would like to know the hotels which offer free breakfast to Platinum Guest.
Currently, I am thinking of staying at the Sheraton Safari. Can someone tell me if this hotel offers free breakfast? Also what is the chance of an upgrade to a Suite? And lastly what are the amenities provided as a Platinum Guest?
P.S: I did search the threads for the above answers but could not get a definite answer and hence posting on a new thread
Last edited by SanDiego1K; May 25, 2009 at 12:29 am Reason: Merged into Sheraton Safari thread
#74
Join Date: May 2005
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I am planning a trip to Orlando for 4 nights.
I am a Platinum member with Starwood and would like to know the hotels which offer free breakfast to Platinum Guest.
Currently, I am thinking of staying at the Sheraton Safari. Can someone tell me if this hotel offers free breakfast? Also what is the chance of an upgrade to a Suite? And lastly what are the amenities provided as a Platinum Guest?
P.S: I did search the threads for the above answers but could not get a definite answer and hence posting on a new thread
I am a Platinum member with Starwood and would like to know the hotels which offer free breakfast to Platinum Guest.
Currently, I am thinking of staying at the Sheraton Safari. Can someone tell me if this hotel offers free breakfast? Also what is the chance of an upgrade to a Suite? And lastly what are the amenities provided as a Platinum Guest?
P.S: I did search the threads for the above answers but could not get a definite answer and hence posting on a new thread
#75
Join Date: Jun 2007
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Posts: 1,655
I am planning a trip to Orlando for 4 nights.
I am a Platinum member with Starwood and would like to know the hotels which offer free breakfast to Platinum Guest.
Currently, I am thinking of staying at the Sheraton Safari. Can someone tell me if this hotel offers free breakfast? Also what is the chance of an upgrade to a Suite? And lastly what are the amenities provided as a Platinum Guest?
P.S: I did search the threads for the above answers but could not get a definite answer and hence posting on a new thread
I am a Platinum member with Starwood and would like to know the hotels which offer free breakfast to Platinum Guest.
Currently, I am thinking of staying at the Sheraton Safari. Can someone tell me if this hotel offers free breakfast? Also what is the chance of an upgrade to a Suite? And lastly what are the amenities provided as a Platinum Guest?
P.S: I did search the threads for the above answers but could not get a definite answer and hence posting on a new thread
http://flyertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=426006
I confirm the previous poster's experience. The property's SOP is to provide comp breakfast for Plat with 50% off for additional guests. With available space, they also UG Plat to suite. What this property lacks in facilities, they make up for in service.