DVC availability for planning purposes

[davetteb]

I could use some input from people who have tried to book a studio at Aulani at 7 months out. I am looking at the first week of April or the first week of October 2022 and realized I missed my chance to watch availability as it approached 7 months for October. I know situations can vary from year to year and COVID is affecting availability and booking patterns. I would still appreciate any experiences you can share or suggestions. Would I be better off renting Aulani points and then renting out my points? Obviously would prefer not to do this if I don't have to because of the cost difference and hassle.

 

[CaptainAmerica]

Aulani availability is heavily dependent on view category, with the cheapest views going first.

You will almost certainly have access to Ocean View at 7 months.
You will almost certainly *not* have access to Standard View.

Poolside Garden and Island Garden will be somewhere in between.

I wouldn't mess around with renting Aulani points and then renting out your own points. With what you'd lose on the exchange, you'd be better off just spending the extra points on OV, even if that wouldn't have been your preference otherwise.

 

[shaunacb]

For historical Aulani studio availability, see post #4 of skier_pete's availability charts.
https://www.disboards.com/threads/p...-bd-charts-september-2019-2-bd-added.3689931/It looks like he's moved off the disboards to dvc help: https://www.dvchelp.com/page/aulani-resort-spa-availability-charts

 

[corgi_monster]

First week of October 2022 is Aulani’s spring break and the resort will be packed with locals.

For 2021 fall break, I was able to snag a standard view studio at 7 months, but island view was sold out. I’ve been checking everyday to see if I can upgrade but no luck.

 

[Heather07438]

From
https://www.disboards.com/threads/p...-bd-charts-september-2019-2-bd-added.3689931/
There are more categories... scroll down the page on that link

 

[davetteb]

Thanks for the replies and information. Helps me know what might know what might be possible. Fortunately, I have enough points for whatever view is available, even if I would rather not spend them all! Maybe I will go for April to avoid the local spring break.

 

[jimmymc]

I use this tool: https://tools.dvcvacations.com/points-calculator

You can also browse confirmed reservations here: https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/

 

[CaptainAmerica]

I use this tool: https://tools.dvcvacations.com/points-calculator

You can also browse confirmed reservations here: https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/

Do we know who runs that site? I love it, but I'd love to submit some minor feedback on the design.

 

[jimmymc]

I use this tool: https://tools.dvcvacations.com/points-calculator

You can also browse confirmed reservations here: https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/

I'm not sure, it might just be a random person. They don't list any contact info on the main page.

 

[corgi_monster]

Thanks for the replies and information. Helps me know what might know what might be possible. Fortunately, I have enough points for whatever view is available, even if I would rather not spend them all! Maybe I will go for April to avoid the local spring break.

That's probably a good idea. When locals visit Aulani, we stay on property the entire time. When the hotel is mostly occupied by visitors, at least some of them leave for day tips and excursions. The resort will always feel more crowded during Hawaii school breaks, even if the occupancy rate isn't any higher than normal.

Also, October is peak hurricane season in Hawaii, although Oahu rarely gets a direct hit. Still, the island will shut down for 2-3 days to prepare for a possible hit and that eats into vacation time.