Disneyland’s Hotels are eligible for discounts via the Armed Forces Salute Room Discount.
Staying On Disneyland Property
Staying at a Disney-owned hotel comes with many benefits, the most intangible of which is that you will feel like you are at Disney during your entire trip, not just while at the parks. Staying at a Disney-owned hotel is an immersive experience and so much more convenient.
Check out this list of amenities that you’ll receive when you stay in a Disney hotel:
- Participation in Extra Magic Hour – One hour early entry prior to the scheduled opening time on designated days to the Disneyland Park or California Adventure. The general public is not allowed in during the Extra Magic Hour so you’ll have much less competition for attractions. Disneyland – Tues, Thurs, Sat. California Adventure – Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun.
- Charging of your Disneyland purchases (Merchandise, Dining, etc.) to your room. Note: Third-party vendors like most restaurants at Downtown Disney are excluded.
- Special Park Entrance – Use of a convenient gateway to California Adventure through the Grand California Hotel and Spa.
- Disney Merchandise delivery to your resort (from the theme parks or Downtown Disney)
- The ability to book Preferred Access Dining Reservations between 60 and 2 days prior to check-in.
Disneyland Hotels Overview
First, let’s look at what the three hotels have in common:
- All Disneyland Hotels are within walking distance of the theme parks.
- Room entrances off of interior hallways
- Concierge/Club level floors/sections
- 1 to 3-bedroom Suites
- Standard rooms sleep up to 5
- On-site dining
- Room service
- Luggage service
- Fitness Facilities
- $20 per day self-parking/$30 for valet (DVC members free)
- In-room safe
- Mini fridge
- Coffee maker
- Free WiFi
- Cribs
- Meeting/convention facilities
Disneyland Resort Guest Benefits
Disneyland Resort Hotel ThemingÂ
Below you will see an overview of the three hotels and what sets each of them apart:
Pixar Place Hotel
The Pixar Place is the least expensive option when selecting a Disneyland hotel. Here you’ll find:
- Eligible for up to 30% off with the Disney Armed Forces Salute
- Medium-sized standard rooms (350-400 Sq. ft.)
- Least convenient to the parks
- Across the street from the main Disneyland area
- Single tower hotel with views of California Adventure on one side and parking lots on the other
- Third-floor rooftop pool with slide
- Fitness Center
- Conference rooms
- Business Center
- Game room
- Two Lounge/Bars
Disneyland Hotel
The Disneyland Hotel
The middle of the road price-wise. Here you’ll find:
- Eligible for up to 35% off with the Disney Armed Forces Salute
- Biggest sized standard rooms (425-475 sq. ft.)
- Middle convenience to the parks
- Adjacent to Downtown Disney and its Monorail Station
- Three hotel towers surrounding a central pool, dining, and shopping area
- Elaborate pools with waterslides
- Kids pool with slide
- Fitness Center
- Conference rooms
- Game room
- Two Lounge/Bars
- Happiest Hotel On Earth Tour, a walk through the hotel’s history
The Disneyland Hotel
The Disneyland Hotel is also a DVC property, the Villas at The Disneyland Hotel.
Grand Californian Hotel
Disneyland’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
The most expensive Disneyland Resort Hotel
- Eligible for up to 40% off with the Disney Armed Forces Salute
- Medium-sized standard rooms (356-380 sq. ft.)
- Most convenient to the parks
- Adjacent to Downtown Disney and California Adventure
- Large winding hotel, six floors with room views of Disney California Adventure and Downtown Disney
- Lap Pool
- Mickey Shaped Pool
- Kids Pool with slide
- On-site Spa
- Fitness Center
- Conference rooms
- Game room
- 2 Lounge/Bars
- Onsite Child Care Center
- Disney Vacation Club Suites
The Grand Californian Hotel and Spa
The Grand Californian Hotel and Spa is also a DVC property, the Villas at The Grand Californian Hotel and Spa.
We’ve stayed at all 3, check out our favorite!
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Hi… does Disney land have a military hotel just as Disney world does?
If not, any recommendations on Disney hotels or other hotels with military deals?
Interested in going in Jun… any recommendations or ideas so we can plan…
First time at Disney anything… want to go Disney world but need to meet up with family at Disney land…
Hi Francis,
There is no Shades of Green equivalent at the Disneyland Resort.
Disney offers discounts on rooms via the Disney Armed Forces Salute, see https://www.militarydisneytips.com/blog/the-disney-armed-forces-salute-military-ticket-and-room-discounts/
There are other Disney Good Neighbor Hotels that you can check out too, see: https://www.militarydisneytips.com/blog/disneyland/disneylands-good-neighbor-hotels-comprehensive-list/
I was just wondering what the best way is to make reservations for a resort and tickets with the military discount? Can you make resort reservations through your local MWR or do you have to contact someone else through Disney?
Hi Courtney,
Good Question.
Tickets you’ll get yourself from a Base Ticket office. See: https://www.militarydisneytips.com/blog/disney-military-discounts/where-to-buy-military-disney-tickets/
Some Bases have a Travel Office, with a travel agent. I’ve never used one of these, but some do. In my opinion, knowledge level would be hit or miss… You just never know.
You can call Disney yourself for the room (you can’t do it online).
Or you can use a Disney specializing Travel Agent, I recommend Ears of Experience.
See: https://www.militarydisneytips.com/blog/ears-of-experience-disney-military-vacation-specialists/
And: https://www.militarydisneytips.com/blog/disney-resorts/top-8-reasons-use-authorized-disney-vacation-planner/
Great post! I love the tips for military families visiting Disneyland Resort Hotels. It’s so helpful to know about the special rates and perks available. Can’t wait to plan our next trip!
Thank you for sharing these fantastic tips! It’s great to see such valuable information for military families looking to enjoy a trip to Disneyland Resort. The discounts and perks really make a difference. I can’t wait to plan our visit with these insights in mind!
Great tips! As a military family, we always appreciate special discounts and benefits. I love the idea of staying at the Disneyland Resort Hotels for the extra perks. Can’t wait to try some of these suggestions on our next visit!
Thank you for sharing these fantastic tips for military families visiting the Disneyland Resort Hotels! I appreciate the insider information on discounts and amenities. It’s great to see such valuable resources for service members, making the trip even more magical for our families. Can’t wait to plan our next visit!