We just returned from another great week at Coronado. A few takeaways.
-Sent our room request 10 days out. Requested refurbished roof, but didn't get it. The past 2 years when we have gone, we were able to call when we received our room text and negotiate a more preferable room for us. They have always been accommodating in the past, but not this time. After an hour on the phone and at the front desk, we settled for 9A. Ironically 9A used to be our favorite, but now since pedestrian access is cut off the walk is a little longer to the lobby. In the end it wasn't that bad, I just wanted to try the new rooms out. Maybe with the capacity is down, it's harder to accommodate room switches.
-We had a travel delay due to the Nor'Easters. We ended up missing a night because we had to drive (couldn't get a flight for 3 days). The concierge and management were very accommodating for this. They refunded one of our package nights and got us additional FP+ even on busy rides. Also, due to another Nor'Easter, we decided to stay an extra night. They kept our room and gave us a below-rack rate price for the night. I was very pleased with how they handled this as they didn't have to do anything as I didn't purchase insurance.
-Construction was not an impact at all. In fact, since I love Coronado so much, it added a layer to the experience. I'm very excited to stay again when it is complete. Also, I'm an engineer so watching construction appeals to me. But overall, the noise an disruption were very minimal.
-Pepper Market Breakfast has always been average. I like the variety and southwestern flair in the menu, but the food quality is just average. The renovations here are not an impact (portion closed off, but still a lot of seating).
-This was the first time I stayed at Coronado with a convention at the hotel (Children's Hospital Week). I thought this would be an inconvenience, but aside from Pepper Market being slightly busier at times, the transportation seemed to be more prevalent. The one night we were at Epcot, so was the convention so transportation back after illuminations was non-stop bus after bus. When one filled another pulled up instantly.
Overall, great trip as always. We love Coronado. I use the gym daily even on vacation and it's great that I don't have to splurge on a deluxe for a gym. We can't wait to go back after the renovations are complete.