Confirmed Reservations vs. Requesting a DVC Rental

When you rent Disney Vacation Club points, there are two ways to book: grab a confirmed reservation that’s already reserved and ready, or request a custom rental on your own dates and resort. Both save you up to 50% versus booking directly with Disney — the difference is flexibility versus speed and price. Here’s how to choose.

What a confirmed reservation is

A confirmed reservation is a Deluxe Villa stay a member has already booked — fixed dates, a set resort, a room type, and a real Disney confirmation number. You claim it, check out, and it’s transferred to your name. You can browse the current ones on our confirmed reservations page.

What requesting a custom rental is

A custom rental starts with your trip: you tell us the dates and resort you want, and a member books that exact stay for you using their points. You get precisely the dates and resort you’re after — as long as availability exists when you book. Our Check Availability tool prices real, bookable custom stays instantly.

Side-by-side

• Dates & resort: A confirmed reservation is fixed; a custom request is exactly what you choose.
• Speed: A confirmed reservation is instant — it’s already booked. A custom request is booked for you at the time of order.
• Price: Confirmed reservations are often the best value — sometimes below the standard per-point rate — because the points are ready to use.
• Best for: Confirmed = flexible travelers chasing the best deal. Custom = travelers who need specific dates or a specific resort.

Which should you choose?

Choose a confirmed reservation if you can flex your dates or resort to fit a great stay — you’ll usually pay less and book in minutes. Request a custom rental if your trip is locked to particular dates or a must-have resort. Many renters check the confirmed list first for a deal, then request a custom booking if nothing fits.

Start by browsing confirmed reservations. Don’t see your trip? Check availability for a custom stay on your exact dates.