I booked a night at Disneyland Hotel for $500, and it was well worth it for the convenience, standout dining, and magic touches

Carly CaramannaJul 18, 2023, 23:53 IST

Disneyland Hotel is one of three resorts at the California theme parks.Carly Caramanna

I've been visiting the Disney parks for over 30 years, and Disneyland remains one of my favorites.
I recently booked a standard room for a night at Disneyland Hotel for $500.

Disneyland Hotel is the flagship resort located just steps from Downtown Disney and the two California theme parks: Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park.

I've visited the hotel dozens of times for its restaurants, but I've never stayed there.

As a Magic Key holder (annual passholder), I splurged and used my discount to book a one-night stay for $500. The standard rate is typically between $600 and $700 a night.

I've stayed at every Disney World hotel in Florida, but this was my first time staying here since there are usually cheaper options within walking distance of the parks.

Here's what my short stay was like.

Our room was located in the Fantasy Tower.

Fantasyland is an original part of Disneyland.Carly Caramanna

I booked a standard-view room with two queen beds.

Our standard room was spacious.Carly Caramanna

There were so many distinctly Disney details.

There was a lamp with a Mickey Mouse hand.Carly Caramanna

I loved all the Walt touches found in the room.

There was a vintage photo of Walt Disney in the room.Carly Caramanna

The headboard may have been the coolest feature.

The fireworks in the headboard lit up.Carly Caramanna

I decided to spend my time at the resort, but it's a great location if you're planning to visit the parks.

I could've entered the theme parks early in the morning.Carly Caramanna

Since this was a staycation, I opted to take advantage of all the on-site amenities.

The lobby of the resort was so colorful.Carly Caramanna

We ended up spending a long time at Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar.

We got cocktails at Trader Sam's in the resort.Carly Caramanna

The main pool was large and relaxing.

There are two pools at Disneyland Hotel.Carly Caramanna

The on-site shop offered exclusive merchandise.

There was plenty of Disney merch to peruse.Carly Caramanna

I loved how the property honored Disneyland's past and present.

There were photos of Disneyland around the hotel.Carly Caramanna

I enjoyed breakfast at Goofy's Kitchen.

The peanut-butter-and-jelly pizza at Goofy's Kitchen.Carly Caramanna

Even a visit to one of the hotel's bathrooms was a highlight.

There were fun posters all over the bathroom wall.Carly Caramanna

Overall, it was an amazing experience that I'd gladly do again.

Next time I want to stay at Disneyland, I'll check out Disneyland Hotel again.Carly Caramanna

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