If I'm visiting my family of eight who are staying at this hotel. Am I allowed to take the bus with them to Disney Springs for lunch?

If you meet them at the resort then you will be able to ride with them anywhere just have to give their name at the gate of the resort

Yes! Buses are available from resort to the Springs around every 20 minutes. Due to your large group, you'll want to be early in line to ensure that you can be seated, as they are limiting the number of people on a bus. The bus will have dividers between seats often. Your party will take up several sections.

Yes

Agree

Yes u can

Yes, you can use the bus and skylinner anytime when staying at a Disney resort.

Yes you can.

Yes; no ID check or resort validation

Yep

You sure can

If you're with your family..it's not an issue. They don't check I'd or tickets..