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Originally Posted by Scanner
I personally am not sure the offsite lodging is worth it - the Disney eco. properties are pretty cheap - around $99/night. But if you are saying you can get lodging for $40/night, I guess that's pretty good (and have it be 2 BDR's to boot!!!).
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You can often do better than that for the Value properties. It's not uncommon to get down around $77/night so make sure you look for specials.
For the same physical amenities (square footage, number of beds, etc.) offsite will ALWAYS be cheaper. Some truly spectacular values can be found in offsite hotels and rental properties. But it's not onsite and it never will be.
The question then comes down to what's important to the individual vacationer. Luckily there is an abundance of choice!
I would echo Disneysteve's comments that transit times really aren't a factor for offsite accomodations within a few miles of one of the resort gates. Driving from onsite will be quicker, but it's a matter of a couple of minutes--negligible in the decision process. Driving from offsite vs. taking the bus would be comparable. Driving will get you to the park gates faster, but the bus will drop you right at the entrance instead of in parking lot F, serviced by trams. When the buses are running well, it's probably a wash. If the buses are slow, driving wins every time.