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I'm thinking about taking myself on a solo trip for my 40th birthday in September 2022. I can't decide where I want to stay!

If you were taking a solo trip - where would you stay and why?

Well it depends on a few things. If money wasn't an issue I would definitely stay in a savannah room at Animal Kingdom lodge especially if I was going to have at least one resort day! But then again I am not 'normal' Animal Kingdom is my favorite park If I had to save some money but could afford a moderate resort I think I would stay at Caribbean Beach to be close to the Skyliner and areas to relax in a hammock during my resort day.
On the cheap end I would look into renting a trailer and stay at the campsites (not sure how much cheaper it would be) If it wasn't cheaper our go to is Pop Century as it is also close to the Skyliner.
Not sure if this helps but those are my choices for on property. I have never stayed off property so wouldn't be a good resource for that (yet) as who knows what the next year will bring.

I'm a huge Poly fan so that would be my first choice, solo or not

Back when I was in the military in the 1990's, Shades of Green was my go-to for my first solo trip to WDW & i'll never forget how great it was

Most of my trips to WDW have been solo, and thus far my favorite hotels have been Pop Century and Port Orleans French Quarter (which I’m not sure has reopened yet; anybody know?). I liked Pop for the theming and for the proximity to the Skyliner. French Quarter had great theming as well, and the smaller footprint made it easy to navigate. I haven’t stayed at any deluxe resorts yet. Maybe one of these days.

I enjoyed many solo trips, mostly Pop, some Ft Wilderness. If I splurge, in the future, I would like to visit Riviera or Beach Club.

I would say Riviera or Caribbean Beach Resort. I found the benefits of staying near the skyline to be really attractive. You can explore & try new foods, or you can get over to HS/Epcot pretty quickly.
If you're on a budget, Pop Century isn't bad, the quick-service food got a bit boring after a while in my opinion.

Caribbean Beach Resort is a good solo stay. Coronado is not bad if you want quiet. I am wanting to try Port Orleans solo or with a group next.

Also, staying offsite is not bad either. I've rented some nice AirBnbs on solo trips and saved a ton of money.

I would check into renting someone's dvc points and maybe looking at a two person studio at the Riveria Resort.

My absolute favorite resort is the Contempo-specifically the Garden Wing. It's cheaper and you don't have to deal with the Chef Mickey Crowds. You can walk to Magic Kingdom or better yet walk home from MK. Some of our best memories are the long, relaxing strolls from MK to the Contempo.

This is the link to a RR studios: https://www.disneytouristblog.com/revie ... er-studio/

CH-GenX wrote: ↑Sun Sep 19, 2021 12:19 pm I would check into renting someone's dvc points and maybe looking at a two person studio at the Riveria Resort.

My absolute favorite resort is the Contempo-specifically the Garden Wing. It's cheaper and you don't have to deal with the Chef Mickey Crowds. You can walk to Magic Kingdom or better yet walk home from MK. Some of our best memories are the long, relaxing strolls from MK to the Contempo.

This is the link to a RR studios: https://www.disneytouristblog.com/revie ... er-studio/

I think I would second the studios at Riveria. I haven’t stayed there, but they look really cute and would be the perfect size for one.

As the previous poster said knowing your budget is a big deciding factor. Even if money was no option I would definitely stay at the Rivera, Animal, Saratoga Springs, Poly, and Contemporary. My last solo visit was at Port New Orleans Riverside. It was very nice! I found it had the quietness desired when needed and the attraction of more also. Very convenient to take a boat over to Disney Springs.

Pop Century. If you plan on spending most your time in the park the you don't need the moderate or luxury resorts.

I would stay at the Contemporary because it is my personal favorite. I love the views of the Magic Kingdom that it has to offer and I'd be able to watch the fireworks from there every night.

I'd probably choose one of the Monorail resorts or one with boat access like Wilderness Lodge, to be closer to access to the parks.