How to Plan a DVC Rental: 3 Tools to Help You Get Started
New to renting Disney Vacation Club (DVC) points? You might be wondering which resort to choose, how far in advance to book, or how much your vacation will cost.
Fortunately, DVC Rental Store offers several helpful planning tools to make those decisions easier. Here are three resources to explore as you start planning your next Disney vacation!
1. Resort Guide
Renting DVC points through DVC Rental Store can help you save up to 65% compared to booking directly through Disney. But with so many Disney Vacation Club resorts to choose from, how do you decide where to stay?
Start with DVC Rental Store’s Resort Guide. It features overviews of DVC resorts at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and other destinations, including Aulani, Hilton Head, and Vero Beach. You can explore resort theming, villa types, amenities, floor plans, and, where available, 360-degree room tours to get a better feel for your options.
2. Booking Window Guide
One of the biggest factors in securing the DVC rental you want is room availability. Because DVC operates as a timeshare, popular resorts and room types can fill up quickly. DVC Rental Store’s Booking Window Guide can help you understand when to start planning for different resorts.
For popular resorts and room types, planning as close to 11 months before check-in as possible can improve your chances of securing your preferred accommodations. That’s when DVC owners can first book reservations at their home resorts.
Larger resorts, such as Old Key West and Saratoga Springs, may offer more flexibility for guests booking closer to their travel dates, although availability is never guaranteed. For more guidance, read Which DVC Resorts Should You Book 11 Months Ahead?
3. DVC Points Calculator
The number of DVC points required for a reservation depends on your travel dates, resort, and room type. DVC Rental Store’s DVC Points Calculator makes it easy to estimate how many points you’ll need for your vacation.
Enter your check-in and checkout dates, then explore resort and accommodation options to compare point requirements. You can narrow your search by details such as occupancy, resort, view, or room type.
Keep in mind that the number of points required does not necessarily determine your final rental price. Rental pricing can also vary based on current rates and the supply and demand for points. For the most accurate pricing, you can request a free quote from DVC Rental Store.
Ready to start planning your Disney vacation? Learn how to check availability and pricing for your preferred resort and dates, or browse our confirmed DVC reservations to find a stay that’s already booked and ready to reserve!
