Consolidated "Disney Aulani" thread
Jan 20, 2015, 9:17 pm
#106
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Redondo Beach, CA USA
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Or why not just book through Disney? They're offering some pretty good deals right now, and with none of the uncertainty, risk, or extra cost of borrowing someone's timeshare.
Feb 24, 2015, 8:13 pm
#107
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: JRF
Programs: AA Gold, Marriott Platinum, Hilton Diamond, National Executive Elite
Posts: 1,786
Stayed over a weekend at Aulani, enjoyed their beautiful facilities. This Disney resort does Hawaii and Disney tastefully, with subtle cues everywhere from the design of the place to the smallest details you'll find around the place. There is a lot of effort put into the design, atmosphere, and service you'll find at the place, which you won't find anywhere else on Oahu.
I'm personally very finicky about the cleanliness of hotels and the age of the buildings, but at Aulani the thought had never even crossed my mind. Service is better then anything you'll find in Waikiki beach. It may be a bit expensive, but even compared to the JW Marriott (future Four Seasons) next door it's well worth it. You really do get what you pay for at this Disney resort.
I'm personally very finicky about the cleanliness of hotels and the age of the buildings, but at Aulani the thought had never even crossed my mind. Service is better then anything you'll find in Waikiki beach. It may be a bit expensive, but even compared to the JW Marriott (future Four Seasons) next door it's well worth it. You really do get what you pay for at this Disney resort.
Dec 14, 2015, 4:21 pm
#108
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: SFO
Posts: 3,888
David's charges $16/pt for reservations made 7 months in advance ($13/pt paid to the owner, David collects $3/pt). There are owners that will accept at ~$14/pt through a private transaction. Hard part is finding an owner without become an established member of disboards or mouseowners.
Feb 10, 2016, 10:40 am
#109
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 9
Room upgrade at Check In
I'm planning to book the cheapest room directly from Aulani May 9-14th. Has anyone had experience paying for a room upgrade at check in for a cheaper rate then booking ahead? Any insight or experiences into what Disney may want for that?
Pretty much every time I've gone to hawaii, I always book the cheapest room and then pay for an upgrade, if available, at check in and I typically get an upgrade for 25% or less of the book ahead rates.
Pretty much every time I've gone to hawaii, I always book the cheapest room and then pay for an upgrade, if available, at check in and I typically get an upgrade for 25% or less of the book ahead rates.
Jun 13, 2016, 8:13 am
#112
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: SFO
Posts: 3,888
Try mouseowners.com...it may be tough if you're not a established member. This is a rental direct from a owner...rate will be about $14 per point but less if you can find a distressed owner or last minute rental. Or try David's for a no hassle no worry rental.
Last edited by Troopers; Jun 15, 2016 at 8:02 am
Jun 14, 2016, 10:05 pm
#114
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Redondo Beach, CA USA
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Just check the Disney site too. They often run specials that include a free night, free breakfast for length of stay, etc. that can make the overall price pretty competitive.
Jun 15, 2016, 2:46 pm
#115
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: MSP
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So newbie question-just booked our first trip there for November....kids 7 and 4...advice on making reservations in advance or anything else you think I should do in advance? Thanks
Jun 15, 2016, 3:25 pm
#116
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: SFO
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Jun 30, 2016, 2:09 pm
#119
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: SFO
Posts: 3,888
Just returned from a 4 night stay in a grand villa...very very awesome. 4th visit to the property. Glad to see the incremental improvements to the property/amenities since the opening.