Massive 2-3 bedroom suites (1,200+ sq ft) with full kitchens and laundry
Surfari Water Park is legitimate: FlowRider, lazy river, and dual slides included in resort fee
The Terraces offer a quieter, adult-centric escape within the same complex
快速了解: It’s a high-volume condo factory that trades daily housekeeping and plush service for square footage and water slides.
@prosecconpilates 的评论: I stayed in this massive suite at The Grove and it was a total game-changer for our family trip. The screened balcony was my absolute favorite spot for morning coffee while the kids slept in. It felt more like a luxury apartment than a hotel room.
住过这里的客人说
The hype
Families are obsessed with the space and water park, but couples often find the main buildings too chaotic and loud.
Reality check
The 'resort view' often just means looking at a parking lot or another building; you have to pay up for water views.
You have a family of 5+ and need a full kitchen and washer/dryer
You plan to spend full days at the resort water park
You have a car and don't mind driving 15-20 mins to the parks
清洁与维护
7.5
Housekeeping: Trash & towel service every other day only. Full cleaning is an extra fee ($30-95).
Bathroom hygiene: Generally clean, but grout lines and corners often show wear. Toilets sometimes reported as 'running' or having weak flush.
Maintenance: High traffic means wear and tear. Expect scuffed walls, worn carpets in hallways, and the occasional broken dryer.
Linens & towels: Pool towels are frequently described as 'threadbare' or small. Room linens are standard hotel quality, nothing plush.
Odors & scents: Hallways can smell musty or like trash if bins aren't cleared promptly. Rooms are usually neutral.
睡眠质量™
6.5中等
中等
0-4嘈杂
4-7.5中等
7.5-10安静
Echoey 'labyrinth' hallways with kids running
Water park noise for rooms facing the pools (daytime only)
Thin connecting doors in some suites
预订前须知
须知事项
Resort fee is ~$49/night + tax and covers the water park and wifi
Self-parking is ~$25-37/night; valet is significantly more
You are 15 mins from Disney's western gate (Animal Kingdom is closest)
行李打包清单
Extra dishwasher pods and laundry detergent (starter pack is small)
Pool towels (resort provides them, but they can run out on busy days)
Coffee filters and ground coffee (machines are standard drip)
房间精灵
最佳选择
Building 1 for easy access to the lobby, Valencia restaurant, and Springs Pools
Building 3 for the shortest walk to Surfari Water Park (best for kids)
The Terraces for a secluded, quieter experience away from the main chaos
需要避免的房间
Low floors near the elevators (high foot traffic noise)
Rooms facing the parking garage (often sold as 'Resort View')
房间请求精灵 – 复制并粘贴
“I am requesting a high-floor suite in Building 3 for proximity to the Water Park, or a top-floor unit in Building 1 for a quieter stay near the lobby. Please avoid rooms directly adjacent to the elevators.”
常见问题和隐藏提示
预订前您真正想了解的一切。
Is the water park actually free?
Yes, entry is included in your daily resort fee for all registered guests.
Does the shuttle go to Universal?
Yes, but the schedule is limited (often one morning departure) and requires reservation. Uber is much faster.
Can I walk to Disney?
Absolutely not. You are about 6 miles away on highway roads.
Is there room service?
No traditional room service, but you can order pizza delivery from Antonio's on-site.
Are the pools heated?
Yes, the Springs Pools and Surfari Water Park pools are heated to ~83°F year-round.
Can I bring my dog?
No. The resort has a strict no-pet policy, service animals excepted.
内部人士建议
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Building 3 is the secret weapon for families—it's practically inside the water park.
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The 'Springs Pools' are often much quieter than the water park if you just want to swim laps or read.
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Skip the on-site market for big groceries; there's a Publix Super Market at Summer Bay just 5 minutes away.
出发前需要了解的5件事
💡The elevators can be agonizingly slow during check-out time (10 AM-11 AM).
💡The 'Resort View' category is a gamble; you might get a lovely garden or a concrete garage wall.
💡You have to wear a wristband for pool access, and they are strict about checking them.