Disneyland Hotel
1150 Magic Way, Anaheim, CA 92802, Anaheim, United States
5-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.6 / 5
Disneyland Hotel is the original Disney resort property, a 5-star themed hotel arranged in four towers around a central courtyard of pools and restaurants, located directly within Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California. Rooms are contemporary in style, some with resort views, and feature Sleeping Beauty-themed beds with light-up musical headboards, free Wi-Fi, and TVs with the Disney Channel; suites expand on this with pirate, safari, and other Disney themes, plus DVD players, wet bars, and eating areas. Club-level guests enjoy firework views, complimentary snacks and drinks, and pre-arrival itinerary planning. On-site dining spans a steakhouse, a character buffet, and a tiki bar, while recreation includes three themed pools and two waterslides, alongside a convention center for events. The hotel sits just 253m from Downtown Disney District and within a short walk of Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park, putting attractions like Sleeping Beauty Castle, Matterhorn Bobsleds, Soarin' Around the World, and Radiator Springs Racers all within roughly 10 minutes on foot. Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is a neighboring resort just 338m away, and Knott's Berry Farm is reachable about 8km away for a day trip.
Best for
This hotel suits families and Disney enthusiasts seeking an immersive, self-contained resort experience with direct proximity to both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. Its themed rooms, character dining, and multiple pools with waterslides also make it a strong fit for multi-generational groups, while the on-site convention center supports meeting and event planners. Couples celebrating special occasions may also appreciate the club-level perks like firework views and curated itinerary planning.
Travel tips
Nearly everything is walkable: Downtown Disney is about a 3-minute stroll, and both theme park entrances are within a 10-15 minute walk, so a car isn't necessary once you've checked in. Parking is available but paid, so factor that into your budget if you're driving in. Quick-service breakfast options on-site are limited with potential long waits, so consider mobile ordering or planning an early start if you want to beat the morning rush at the parks.
What guests say
Guests consistently praise the hotel's unbeatable location just steps from Downtown Disney and a short walk to both theme parks, along with its clean, modern-yet-magical atmosphere, friendly and attentive staff, and quiet, self-contained resort layout centered around pools and restaurants. Positive mentions also cover event and meeting quality and food. Recurring criticisms include the lack of included breakfast and limited quick-service dining options such as traditional Mickey waffles, with long morning wait times reported. Some guests found suite bathrooms cramped for larger groups, and the pool slide area's separate landing pool was noted as inconvenient for parents supervising children.
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