How Renting DVC Points Can Save You Thousands on Disney Vacations
Imagine staying at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort in a spacious villa with a full kitchen, saving 50% compared to Disney's rack rates. That's the power of renting DVC points. Here's how it works and how much you can save.
Understanding DVC Point Rentals
Disney Vacation Club owners purchase points contracts that give them annual vacation points. When owners can't use all their points, they can rent them to non-members. You get the deluxe resort experience; they recover some ownership costs. Everyone wins.
Real Savings Examples
Let's compare actual costs for popular stays:
Beach Club Villas - One Bedroom (5 nights, September)
- Disney rack rate: ~$650/night = $3,250
- DVC rental (est. 80 points @ $19/point): $1,520
- Savings: $1,730 (53%)
Polynesian Villas - Studio (7 nights, December)
- Disney rack rate: ~$750/night = $5,250
- DVC rental (est. 140 points @ $20/point): $2,800
- Savings: $2,450 (47%)
Bay Lake Tower - Two Bedroom (4 nights, October)
- Disney rack rate: ~$1,100/night = $4,400
- DVC rental (est. 100 points @ $19/point): $1,900
- Savings: $2,500 (57%)
Where to Rent DVC Points
DVC Request is an excellent platform for finding DVC rentals. They connect vacation renters with verified DVC owners, offering:
- Competitive per-point pricing
- Wide selection of owners and availability
- Secure transaction handling
- Responsive customer support
What's Included in DVC Villas
DVC resorts offer more than just a room:
- Studios: Microwave, mini-fridge, coffee maker, sleeps 4-5
- One Bedroom: Full kitchen, washer/dryer, sleeps 4-5
- Two Bedroom: Full kitchen, washer/dryer, sleeps 8-9
- Grand Villas: Multiple bedrooms, full amenities, sleeps 12
Having a kitchen alone can save hundreds on dining during your stay.
Best Times to Rent
Point values (and rental costs) vary by season:
- Value season (Jan-Feb, Aug-Sep): Lowest point requirements
- Regular season (most of year): Moderate point requirements
- Peak season (holidays, spring break): Highest point requirements
Value season offers the best savings percentages, but even peak season rentals beat rack rates.
Rental Tips for Maximum Savings
- Book early - Best availability 7-11 months out
- Consider weekdays - Lower points than weekend stays
- Stay at home resort - Owners can book home resorts earliest
- Be date flexible - Moving dates slightly can save points
- Compare services - Get quotes from multiple sources
Is Renting Right for You?
DVC rentals are ideal if you:
- Want deluxe resort accommodations at reduced cost
- Are testing DVC before buying ownership
- Visit Disney occasionally (not annually)
- Have firm travel dates (rentals are non-refundable)
If you visit Disney every year and want flexibility, buying DVC resale might make more sense long-term.
Start Your Savings Journey
Ready to experience DVC resorts at rental prices? Submit your rental request at DVC Request and discover how much you can save on your next Disney vacation.
