If you’re planning a trip to Disneyland, you’ll want a place to stay that makes it convenient to get to and from the park. While most Disneyland area hotels charge a fee for shuttle service, there are a few good options that offer transport to the park on a complimentary basis. Some are so close that you can easily get there on foot, so you won’t even have to worry about transportation at all.
Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort
Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort is a castle-themed property adjacent to Disney’s California Adventure Park and ideally situated for easy access to Downtown Disney and Disneyland resort. Although it’s only a block from Disneyland, it provides a complimentary shuttle to the resort and its attractions. Newly renovated rooms are typical of the Sheraton chain, featuring especially comfy Sheraton Sweet Sleeper beds, minibars, refrigerators and coffeemakers with Starbucks coffee. Its 13 acres of gardens, complete with a koi pond, resort-style heated pool and bar, and spa tub, are the highlight — and, from here or on your private balcony, you can also watch Disney’s popular firework shows. The Anaheim property is pet friendly and also includes a deli, bistro, lounge, gym and laundromat.
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Castle-themed resort adjacent to California Adventure Park
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Resort-style heated pool and poolside bar
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View Disney’s spectacular firework shows from private balconies
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Pet-friendly rooms
Hyatt Regency Orange County
Located in Garden Grove, Hyatt Regency Orange County is a top pick for families visiting Disney thanks to its unique children’s suites where kids have their very own space for sleeping and playing. At the same time, the adults can relax in their own private bedrooms. Upgraded rooms even come with a view of the nightly firework display at the park. The property hosts two outdoor heated swimming pools, two American and Italian restaurants, and a fitness center. The newly renovated recreation deck includes bocce ball, shuffleboard, basketball, pickleball, and lawn games free of charge. It also offers a complimentary shuttle to Disneyland, about a mile and a half away.
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Top pick for families thanks to unique kids’ suites
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Upgraded rooms provide view of firework display
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Two outdoor heated pools and a sports deck
11999 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92840, USA— +1 714-750-1234
Grand Californian
Disney’s Grand Californian offers unbeatable proximity to Disneyland Resort and exclusive entrance to Disney California Adventure. You’ll even enjoy early entry to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. You don’t get closer than this, but convenience isn’t all that this property offers. There are a variety of Disney amenities and themed pools with whirlpools as well as waterslides that provide the ideal break in between all the rides and other attractions. Rooms feature details like Disney-themed murals and sleeper beds that open to woodland creatures from Bambi. The resort also hosts the lavish Tenaya Stone Spa, a new full-service spa, and multiple award-winning dining and bar venues.
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Exclusive direct access to Disney California Adventure
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Early entry to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure
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Themed pools and waterslides
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New luxe full-service spa
Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel
The beach-themed Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel sits just a half-mile from a private entrance to Disney California Adventure Park and about a 10-minute walk to the Downtown Disney District, where you can hop on the Disneyland Monorail that will bring you into Disneyland Park. Another Disney perk is early entry into both Disney parks. While at the hotel, you can enjoy the outdoor rooftop pool with a waterslide and a wealth of Disney amenities. There are wake-up calls by Disney characters, while its Paradise Theater, with beach chairs and a sand-colored carpet, features Disney movies and shows on a TV that sits within a faux sandcastle. The adults can enjoy a break by taking advantage of childcare and children’s activities too. And if an actual beach is calling your name, there are plenty of beaches near Disneyland to chose from.
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Half-mile from private entrance to Disney California Adventure
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Beach-themed with waterslide and rooftop pool
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Watch Disney films and shows at hotel’s Paradise Theater
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Childcare and kids’ activities
Disneyland Hotel
Disneyland Hotel offers a variety of accommodation options in its Frontier, Adventure and Fantasy towers, named for the original three lands at the park. No matter which you choose, you’ll be just steps away from the Downtown Disney District and a short stroll to both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. This luxury hotel boasts nostalgic touches from its past and modern amenities in spacious, comfortable guest rooms with Mickey accents. Goof’s Kitchen tends to be a big hit with the kids, where Chef Goofy and his beloved pals frequently appear, while adults especially enjoy the prime cuts at Steakhouse 55. The Monorail Pool complex is a popular spot for swimming and waterslides between park visits.
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Steps from Downtown Disney District
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Goof’s Kitchen has appearances by Chef Goofy and pals
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Monorail-themed pool complex with waterslides
Anaheim Desert Inn and Suites
Anaheim Desert Inn and Suites offers an incredibly convenient location near the entrance to Disneyland, just a five-minute walk to Disneyland Park and California Adventure. While rooms are basic, they’re not only value-priced but also clean, comfortable and come with mini-fridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. The property also hosts an indoor heated pool and hot tub, a game room with video games for kids, a gift shop and a rooftop viewing deck for enjoying those nightly firework shows.
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5-minute walk to both Disney parks
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Affordable clean, comfy rooms
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Game room with video games for kids
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Rooftop deck to enjoy firework shows
The Candy Cane Inn
A staple for families looking for budget-friendly accommodation near Disney for decades now, The Candy Cane Inn is a comfortable and affordable Disney option for those who want free shuttle service while avoiding the high cost of the park hotels and other more upscale options. While it sits just 250 yards from the Disneyland main gate, complimentary shuttles leave every 30 minutes when the park is open. Guests can purchase discount Disneyland tickets onsite as well as take advantage of an outdoor pool and fitness center. Breakfast is included in room rates in the continental breakfast area that opens to the pool terrace for alfresco dining. It may be worth booking one of the Premium rooms, which overlook California Adventure while providing limited views of the fireworks.
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Budget-friendly rates
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250 yards from main gate of Disneyland
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Fitness center and outdoor pool
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Continental breakfast included
Days Inn and Suites Anaheim at Disneyland Park
Days Inn and Suites Anaheim at Disneyland Park is another great value option within walking distance of Disneyland, but when your feet just can’t do any more stepping, you can take advantage of the complimentary shuttle to Disneyland. Guests also enjoy free breakfast every morning making it easy to get fueled up for a fun-filled day, and there’s an outdoor Mickey Mouse-shaped swimming pool and hot tub for enjoying refreshing dips as well. All rooms come with balconies, coffeemakers, mini-fridges and bathrooms with separate showers and tubs. By booking an upgraded room or suite, you’ll get a pull-out sofa too.
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Within walking distance of Disneyland
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Value option with complimentary breakfast
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Hot tub and Mickey-shaped outdoor pool
