I apologize if this is already answered in a thread somewhere. We have read through various threads on HHI but haven't seen some of the information we are looking for (probably is there but its a lot of info!). We have been using DVC points to stay at WDW multiple times a year for many years. For the first time we are using points this year to stay at HHI at the end of June. We have a 2-BDR villa booked.
We have seen various posts about the "best" buildings/view etc. The only request we are able to make on the reservation is for a "high" floor. Are there any additional tips on how to get preferred buildings/room locations since you can't request anything else on the reservation? Summary of "best" room locations?
We will be looking to make the best of 2 full days on a first time visit for all of us. We are more activity focused than food focused (but advise on where to get a good margarita or beach hut/outdoor dining with atmosphere would be welcome). What recommendations are there for best activities considering anticipate June temperatures? We've seen the dolphin boats, etc. so any input is helpful to help us nail down an itinerary.
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DisneyStarWisher says is good advice. I would add to that, try calling the front desk at HHI directly a week out and talking with them. They have actual schedulers in the back office, and sometimes they can work with you depending on what they already have booked.
For me, my t#1 priority would be a top floor as there are no bad views at HHI. Certainly, a marsh view would be preferred. Generally speaking, Bldgs 31, 29, 27, 24, 22, 18, 15, 14, and 13 will have some sort of marsh view. The best of these are 31 and 29, but they're among the most requested, too (31 is the top-requested building). They are the two farthest out buildings (but it's a small resort), yet they're close to the pool just not the front desk. 24 and 22 are next to the pool on the other side, thus closer to the main lodge. 18 is a GV building that is about equidistant to the pool and the main lodge. 14 and 15 sit on the boardwalk and look out over a small inlet that comes in from the marshy area--when the tide is in, it's got water. And 13 is a hidden gem that sits next to the main building, is quiet, and has some water views through a few trees. It also has a grill, is close to the big grill at Murggie's Den, and sits very near a rocking porch swing, picnic tables, and Adirondack chairs that look out over the water of the shallow water access to Shelter Cover Marina.
Edited to add that 27 is also a good building--sits next to the pier, thus close to the pool, Tide Me Over, Community Hall, and the Mercantile.
Good luck with your room selection!
