The first wing of this new "value" resort (the bottom tier of Disney World's on-site hotels) will open May 31, with additional wings to follow throughout the summer. But that raises an interesting question, at least, I think it's interesting.
Would you stay at a hotel on the day it opened?
The upside? It's a brand new hotel. Tons of corporate suits will be there, paying attention to every detail, ready to swoop in and make things right. You know everything is clean, new and fresh. Germaphobes can rest assured that no one's ever slept on that bed before.
The downside? It's a brand new hotel. Tons of corporate suits are there, getting in the workers' way, and keeping them from doing their jobs. Everything is new and untested. Who knows if all the stuff in your room and the facilities will actually work?
And, oh yeah, new carpet smell. All over the place.
So it's your call. Perhaps some of you have made reservations for Art of Animation's opening days this summer. Or have stayed at a newly-opened hotel in the past. I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments.
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That aside, I love crowds and the energy that comes with them. There would be a special air if excitement about that would make it fun. And being the first of anything is always fun.
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I don't know if I would be nearly as nervous staying at a Disney resort because they have so many that opening week probably means nothing to them.
Either way I would wait a month or two before I booked at a new resort.