ROYAL PACIFIC RESORT INFO...FAQ and more......

[schumigirl]

Woo hoo! I just finished reading the entire thread. LOL We had a snow day here today, and that's how I spent my day, reading the last 40 or so pages. My family thinks I'm nuts.... I said to DH, it's better than scrolling facebook all day. He did agree.

A couple questions:
1. A while back I read that there is an indoor hot tub in the fitness center and anyone can use it. Is that still the case?
2. My one error after reading a bunch of info is that we went with the Super Star Shuttle from and to the airport. I know most of you veterans use an independent company for transfer, but does anyone know how early before your flight they want you to leave the hotel? Our flight home isn't until 8pm or so, and we will be able to go to the park that day for at least a half day.

Lots of great info here from all - USO dreaming on a winter's day

Yes, anyone can use the indoor hot tub. Under 18s have to be with an adult.

No idea about the superstar shuttle as we always have a car.

Glad you found the thread helpful.......

 

[Silvermist999]

For those who pool hop in the afternoon from RPR, is there any free transportation between resorts or do you drive over to the other resort? If the weather is warm enough, I think we may want to try out Cabana Bay.


Is anyone there right now who can comment on whether the lobby refurb has begun. We check in next week Thursday to RPR, after our WDW visit. Just curious how extensive the refurb is. After our trip is over, I can provide an update for everyone.

 

[schumigirl]

For those who pool hop in the afternoon from RPR, is there any free transportation between resorts or do you drive over to the other resort? If the weather is warm enough, I think we may want to try out Cabana Bay.


Is anyone there right now who can comment on whether the lobby refurb has begun. We check in next week Thursday to RPR, after our WDW visit. Just curious how extensive the refurb is. After our trip is over, I can provide an update for everyone.

It is a very extensive refurb, done in two parts last I heard. We arrive Saturday and will be over at RP too. I don’t think it has physically started yet. Should be soon. Maybe middle of the month roughly.

We don’t pool hop. But no free transport direct from RP to CBay.......If you drive over to the other hotels you’ll have to pay a daily visitor parking charge......it’s not too far a walk to be honest.

 

[Silvermist999]

It is a very extensive refurb, done in two parts last I heard. We arrive Saturday and will be over at RP too. I don’t think it has physically started yet. Should be soon. Maybe middle of the month roughly.

We don’t pool hop. But no free transport direct from RP to CBay.......If you drive over to the other hotels you’ll have to pay a daily visitor parking charge......it’s not too far a walk to be honest.

Thanks! Ahh...mid month is about the time we arrive, hope I can get some good pics in the lobby before they start! Surprised actually to hear we would have to pay for parking again, it’s already pretty expensive, even before factoring in our exchange rate. Maybe we will do the walk over one day, if everyone is up for it.

 

[Hitchhiking Ghost]

Where are the laundry facilities located? I was hoping to be able to swim while doing a load or 2. Also, is there a daily resort schedule somewhere to see what the movies are for the evening, torch lighting ceremony, etc. Do you need to prebook the Minion dining?

We just stayed in tower 3, laundry is near the elevators on floor 2. 3 washing machines and 3 dryers. $3 per machine.

 

[Hitchhiking Ghost]

We will be arriving on a spring break Thurs. from WDW (probably after lunch). Then a very long day at US/IOA for Wizarding World (Friday). Sat. will be checkout, possibly enjoying the resort, and late trip to MCO (after 4 or 5pm). Or we may leave after breakfast and explore the Cape before our flight.
1. What do you recommend is not-to-be-missed to do at the resort or in City Walk for a first timer to US and RPR. Should we just hang out and enjoy the pool? Are they heated in March?
2. Dining suggestion for DH, myself and DDs 11&14 for supper.
3. Checkout day - same question as #1.
4. What is our best option for a fast breakfast on our park day? We'll be heading to Early admission for WW.
5. What is a good suggestion for a large and leisurely breakfast/brunch if we stick around on Sat.
6. What is the latest we would be allowed to have a late checkout at RPR?
7. I know they will store luggage. Would we have access to a locker room for changing if we do pool time on Sat.?

thank you!

We were just there two weeks ago. They let me do late check out (noon instead of 11:00am) the day of. I think you can request for later, but there would be a fee associated with this, I think.

Fast breakfast, there is a Cinnabon at Citi Walk or in IOA that can offer a simple, quick, and actually normal priced breakfast if that is to your liking.

The pool bar at RPR, the nachos are enough to feed three people ($15). I wouldn't say that they are out of this world great (pretty heavy on the chips) but they let us special order it (cheese on one half, beans on separate plate etc.) and it was actually best food value (to price) that we found.

 

[Sheila E.]

RPR is literally less than 10 minutes walk from the parks. The path is beautifully kept and is a very pleasant walk.

You can of course take the boat. The boat dock is located nearest T3 and boats are regular. They start 1 hour before EE and run till 2.30am.
Last boat leaves City Walk at 2:00 am. Very nice little ride too. The boat captains will usually regale you with tales and also give you information about parks closing time too.

Boats won't run if there is lightning within a 5 mile radius.

You will have your bag searched entering boat or on the path if you walk.

There are also Rickshaws waiting. These guys work only for tips. No set charge.





MAIN ENTRANCE AREAS

LOBBY AND ORCHIDS LOUNGE AREAS

POOL AREA

POOL VIEWS FROM ROOMS

CHILDCARE..........

Royal Pacific has the Mariners Club for children.

It's a supervised activity centre if parents want a night off from the little ones. They have arts and crafts tables, computer desks, story time and other activities. Trained staff will supervise toilet trained children aged 4 - 14.

Hours are 5pm - 11.30 Sunday till Thursday and 5pm to Midnight Friday's and Saturdays.

$15 per hour, per child and $15 per meal.

Reservations call 407-503-3200

 

[Sheila E.]

I'm curious about the rick shaws you mentioned, are they the bicycle kind and also how close to the actual park entrance are they allowed to go? Thanks

 

[Hitchhiking Ghost]

I'm curious about the rick shaws you mentioned, are they the bicycle kind and also how close to the actual park entrance are they allowed to go? Thanks

I didn't see the thread you were responding to, but on our recent visit two weeks ago, while riding the boat from RPR to Citiwalk, we did see bicycle "rickshaws" going back and forth on the walking paths.

 

[schumigirl]

I'm curious about the rick shaws you mentioned, are they the bicycle kind and also how close to the actual park entrance are they allowed to go? Thanks

They will take you to the security check point beside Margaritaville.....and round to the gate at the pool entrance.

Yes, they are the bicycle type.

 

[Sheila E.]

I didn't see the thread you were responding to, but on our recent visit two weeks ago, while riding the boat from RPR to Citiwalk, we did see bicycle "rickshaws" going back and forth on the walking paths.

ok thanks guess Ill inquire at the hotel

 

[Sheila E.]

I found this bit of information out 5 years ago and it still is in effect.

If you buy a cup of coffee at Orchid Lounge in the morning, save your cup and get a free refill the same visit.

Since it opens at 6:00 am, you have plenty of time to grab ala carte breakfast here and still be able to go to early entry at the parks.

If you brought food items from home or picked things up on your way to the hotel, use the microwave at Orchids Lounge to heat anything you need to.

Thanks for the info I was wondering if anything was open early enough to grab a quick bite before early entry at the parks.

 

[macraven]

With the lobby under construction, don’t know how Orchids Court will be set up

This has been a grab and go set up for breakfast over the years
Opens at 6 am and has a variety of breakfast items

Seating was plentiful


I hope anyone that is at RP during the lobby renovations will post on the temporary set up will be for this eatery

 

[elfling8]

I hope anyone that is at RP during the lobby renovations will post on the temporary set up will be for this eatery

I would appreciate this as well. We will be there April 17-21 and grab and go is our preferred way in the morning.

 

[elfling8]

The family that watches our dog when we are away is at RPH now - I can ask them when they get back if the renovations have started and if so about Orchids.

 

[chicagoshannon]

Anyone know what brand the shampoo/conditioner is in the rooms?

 

[TommyMac_DisneyEdition]

I'll be at RPR in late August. I booked the standard room, but have been reading about the club level upgrade. I just checked and the upgrade is still available, but the increase in cost is well over a $100/night. That feels steep to me. My gut tells me that this only makes sense if I decide to really make a point out of maximizing all the various food and drink offerings every day.

Are there other non-food/drink-related perks I'm under-appreciating? If it were a quiet respite from the kids in my room, maybe that's a value I need to consider. But I assume this area is a mad-house, and not the type of area where I could really relax and watch some TV or read.

 

[macraven]

I'll be at RPR in late August. I booked the standard room, but have been reading about the club level upgrade. I just checked and the upgrade is still available, but the increase in cost is well over a $100/night. That feels steep to me. My gut tells me that this only makes sense if I decide to really make a point out of maximizing all the various food and drink offerings every day.

Are there other non-food/drink-related perks I'm under-appreciating? If it were a quiet respite from the kids in my room, maybe that's a value I need to consider. But I assume this area is a mad-house, and not the type of area where I could really relax and watch some TV or read.

When I had club level, it never was a mad house
Breakfast period can be busy but never loud or chaotic

Afternoon is a very quiet time in the lounge as most are in the parks
A few basic snack are out during the day, chips or maybe pretzels and soft drinks/water

If you don’t want to do the parks in the afternoon, the club lounge is a lovely place to sit and read

Appetizers and light items are out in the early evening.
Desserts are put out after the dinner time period

 

[macraven]

Hair and bathing, etc products are
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(Julien Farrell)

 

[schumigirl]

I'll be at RPR in late August. I booked the standard room, but have been reading about the club level upgrade. I just checked and the upgrade is still available, but the increase in cost is well over a $100/night. That feels steep to me. My gut tells me that this only makes sense if I decide to really make a point out of maximizing all the various food and drink offerings every day.

Are there other non-food/drink-related perks I'm under-appreciating? If it were a quiet respite from the kids in my room, maybe that's a value I need to consider. But I assume this area is a mad-house, and not the type of area where I could really relax and watch some TV or read.

Never seen it a mad house........it can get noisy during appetiser hours and breakfast, but we went over around 3.45 yesterday and it was so peaceful........

There were two people sitting relaxing and reading a book when we went into the Club Lounge........and it did get busy as expected once food and beverages were being served. But we’ve seen it a lovely place to sit and relax when food is not being served.

As to whether it would be worth it for you is purely a personal thing........some folks don’t want to leave the parks to come back for appetisers, some do. But certainly breakfast would be ideal before you set off for the parks, lunch time snacks aren’t worth coming back for and if you were planning to spend some time in the resort evening apps would be worth it for you. Some people do use it as their evening meal for their family.

The lounge is lovely and staff do take good care of you.