PIXAR PLACE HOTEL Park View ROOM TOUR | Disneyland Resort 2024 | World of Color & More

[@jennyyoder4548]

Niiiiice! I appreciate that you noted the things a non-guest could come there and enjoy. Love to know about all the opportunities! Thank you.

[@marksmall7790]

What a view from the room. Nice to see the back entrance to DCA

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

It was an awesome view for sure.

[@kyunglee9081]

You're my number 1 go-to person,/family for Disney information. Variety of useful details. Thank you!

[@kristenhoskin5822]

Ooo can’t wait to see how the Great Maple is! The chicken and doughnuts looks amazing

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

We didn’t get that, but it had been recommended to us by our server. The item I got was also recommended by our server, and it was fantastic.

[@donnamortensen959]

We stayed on the same floor with the same view back in 2013 when it was the Paradise Pier. We were in concierge level and had access to the concierge lounge for breakfast, snacks etc through the day. We loved it! So nice to see that view again through your vlog and the new changes. We also enjoyed WOC with sound through the tv. Amazing vlog - thank you so much for sharing this. Just love Benjamin's excitement - he is so adorably joyful 😍

[@mmh290]

The piano player is Joe, from Soul. I heard he’s not scheduled at any particular time, so when he appears, you’re lucky to catch a session. 😊

[@raytheflyingsquirrel12]

Another great video! Thanks for the honesty at the end. Looks like a great option for Pixar fans, and love the suggestion for splitting the stay.

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Split stay is the best way to do it to enjoy that bit of Disney magic without the huge bill that comes with it.

[@karennovak7810]

So detailed as always! You can tell you put A LOT of thought and planning into this. You do the best at answering all the step by step details and info that all of us are looking for when planning!! Thank you!! (So many vloggers skip showing check in, skip showing menus, and skip showing some of the other perks and details)

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

I always try to include as much as possible. I figure if I have a question about how something works, then someone else probably does as well and that’s worth putting in the video.

[@Tikiroomtreasure]

I always appreciate your honest reviews and opinions regarding value and cost

[@cassyramirez4467]

Thanks for your video!

[@rho4777]

Thank u! We stayed here last July and hoped to see it finished! We loved this hotel, even in the middle of construction!

[@YajairaCazares-ll7xk]

Thank you for sharing all the details. Great view from the room!

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

We couldn’t have asked for a better room. We enjoyed it a lot.

[@JeanetteBarnard-st9uy]

This was a great video. I love seeing your family having fun at the parks. Wishing you all the best! 🥰🌟

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Thank you!

[@jmorhaimebooks]

This was a great review. We'll be staying there in 2 months so it's great to see it fully open and that view was amazing!

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

There’s a good chunk of it still under construction and they had notices and disclaimers about fire alarm testing being possible before 9 PM and that you might hear construction noises. We didn’t experience anything that hindered our stay, though the construction is definitely obvious on the outside of the hotel, mostly only down at ground level. But with the formal change over to Pixar Place, all the old stuff in the main common areas is now fully renovated and any rooms guests stay in are the newer rooms, while the old ones are still being updated.

[@jmorhaimebooks]

Thank you. We started watching your channel last year for our Legoland trip and i've been watching all your disney stuff now that we're heading there. Thank you for all the hard work you do to make it easier for all of us. @@SoCalDisneyDad

[@Ericamann24]

Love the video! Really excited that you can see and hear the world of color from the room. It’s a beautiful hotel.

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

World of Color from the hotel room was definitely the best part. I hadn’t yet seen World of Color ONE. Even when we had hotels and had planned to stay, we just didn’t want to wait for an hour and then have to stand the last 20-30 minutes when they start cramming people in. And sometimes even an hour isn’t enough to get a decent spot with obstructions of some kind.

[@cklo8799]

This hotel looks amazing and a fun place to stay! We do agree with you that you can get more for your money at other places. We stayed at Candy Cane Inn and we found it very convenient and affordable! It was a short walk to the parks which we loved. Again, can’t thank you enough for the tip!

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Candy Cane is our #1 hotel (if we had a choice of where to stay. Alas, reviewing hotels requires us to stay new places 🤣).

[@23pinkpear]

You are so fun and goofy 🙃 I love the random added noises lol your fun

[@Ash.milesx]

Awesome room review! Would love to stay here the next time we come back to Disneyland

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

It was a really fun place to stay for sure.

[@Sean-uh6te]

Thanks for the video

[@leighims]

Nice view from your hotel room!

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

It was a perfect spot for the view, world of color, fireworks, etc. Overall a great stay.

[@ThemeParkFoodies]

We're staying here soon and this video got us so hyped! Thanks for the info and awesome video Traver 🙂.

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Hope you have a good time!

[@ThemeParkFoodies]

@@SoCalDisneyDad Thank you.

[@chrystinita]

Nice review 😊

[@Coast2Coast88]

This came at the perfect time! We are going this weekend! I'm super excited.

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

We had a great time. I'm sure you will, too!

[@jackieosam4976]

We stayed there a few years ago and this is a HUGE improvement!

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Glad to hear the renovation was a success at improving the property! I’d never stayed at the old one so couldn’t say for myself.

[@savannah4439]

Omg I think the piano player at 19:11 is the main character from Soul! (I forget his name lol)… Also I actually laughed out loud when you were talking about the o-ring of smoke 😂😂

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Yes! I believe that is the intent! I haven’t watched Soul, so I don’t know his name either. But we did recognize him.

[@Crystalplur]

Thanks for all you do!!

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Thank you!

[@JACOBMORHAR]

I Remembered When This Used To Be PARADISE PIER HOTEL And PCH GRILL Where Stitch And Other Characters Were I'm Gonna Miss That Paradise Pier Hotel And PCH Grill And I'll Get Used To PIXAR PLACE HOTEL

[@punnavieira1681]

This is incredible, seeing a Finding Nemo themed pool/water park, Joe in the lobby playing jazz, and Bing Bong himself. Although, I'm still super jealous about not getting a Panda Mei plush toy, also I really should've gone with Loungefly since it does seem less expensive than Dooney and Bourke.

[@craigwatson8160]

Great video! I can’t wait to eat at great maple this Friday!! I love that you put out tons of content.

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

It was a fantastic restaurant. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

[@kimsanders8832]

We used to stay there years ago. I really love the changes. Absolutely awesome! ❤❤. Oh we have been staying at Candy Cane Hotel the last 20 years! It’s our favorite!!

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Candy Cane is usually my go-to as well. It’s the best good neighbor hotel in my opinion.

[@matth81]

Great video! Thanks for showing the special entrance/exit and pathway to and from the parks. Destination dispatch elevators…a bit odd at first but they are more efficient in getting people where they need to go during times of high demand. Lower wait times.

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

It did seem very efficient. Because it could lump certain floors together and open a new elevator even if one was currently loading. Really useful for sure.

[@Aussie-Disneyland-firsttimer]

Thanks so much ❤ love it

[@neil_chazin]

Looks so nice - we stayed at Paradise Pier almost a year ago, while it was very much under reconstruction, and the finished updates are pretty cool

[@jwmob91]

Love the details. Will look at staying there next time we go!

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

There’s tons of details we didn’t even point out (just to keep the video shorter). My favorite is that the couch in the lobby has little feet under it and the cushions have marking that look like Heimlich. It’s very subtle, but it’s little touches like that that make staying here a treat.

[@jwmob91]

@@SoCalDisneyDad love it! Have never stayed at a Disney resort at DL. May have to check it off next time 😎

[@hollybabyyy]

Woahhh the view from ur room was amazing

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

It was pretty great!

[@rickr3063]

I’m excited to watch this video I’ve been waiting for it.

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Glad to hear it!

[@ADisneyFanatic]

Have you reviewed the “Anaheim Resort Convention Center hotel”, near the Disneyland resort? If not, you definitely should!

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

I have not. And the one trouble with hotels at Disneyland is there are entirely too many of them. 🤣 I stay at maybe 4 hotels a year because we usually don’t stay the night. But in a few weeks I’ll be touring a bunch of hotels as part of a Get Away Today event. I don’t know which hotels will be on the tour, but the video will be on the channel shortly after the event. And I know I’m staying at the Best Western Stovalls Inn that night, and will at least have that review out for sure.

[@ADisneyFanatic]

@@SoCalDisneyDad Thank you! ❤️

[@juniperdog5523]

Thanks for this! Could you get chairs with an umbrella at the pool without paying anything?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

@@juniperdog5523 so long as it isn’t inside the cabana, it’s first come first served.

[@wolferstein3236]

Last time stayed at well at the hotel, was about 4 years ago I think it was and they had just installed those elevators to test them out were the plan at the time was if they worked out well to install them at Disneyland Hotel and Grand Californian as well, but the goal was at the time lessen the elevator congestion especially at busy times, but the elevators caused more confusion and were breaking down all the time with people getting really pissed about them were could walk up the stairs quicker than getting an elevator.

[@gigiz2455]

Omg loved this video!! How far in advance did you book your reservation?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

We booked as soon as there was an announced date for the opening, which was in November I think. But I looked for dates in May today just to check some pricing, and everything was booked for the couple of dates I checked. So booking early is recommended.

[@nicolec6074]

Thank you for this video!! I love this hotel and know we never stay on property so I lived my dream through you 😊

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

I probably wouldn’t have stayed on property either if it weren’t for them changing the theme and me having this channel. I figured it was appropriate to review something new. I don’t expect to recoup my cost, but it also gave us actual experience staying on property so when I advise people to NOT I at least have first hand experience now. 🤣

[@nicolec6074]

@@SoCalDisneyDad I appreciate you and your family sharing this Disney experience with us. It’s definitely nice to do it once every blue moon.

[@lisabostrack24]

I smiled during the whole vlog. That is the only resort I have stayed at. I think 2019 . And it was a split stay. Super smart to save money. They did a great job. I had the view of the pool when I went. And I didn't even ask for any view. My niece and I were so excited. We stayed 2 nights. Price was cheaper. About $ 354, is still a lot. But I definitely need to save money so I can stay there again. The entrance is a game changer. I almost stayed there when I came in September. Thanks for an awesome vlog. 😁

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Yeah, it’s gone up in price a lot since 2019. We almost stayed at the Disneyland Hotel a few times when it was around the $350 mark. And now it’s like $600+

[@gaigesavage9540]

awesome video!!!

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Thank you!

[@aliusneo007]

Hey Traver ! That video was awesome!! We really enjoyed it 🎉. My partner and I are staying at the Pixar Place Hotel in May, really looking forward to it . Btw loved the “ Black smoke ring “ that was hilarious 😂 - Johnny

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Thank you! Hope you guys have as amazing of a visit as we did.

[@aliusneo007]

Thanks heaps Traver ! Have a great week !

[@audjusushi]

Ooohhh looks nice!

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

It was fantastic!

[@mirnabarrera8587]

Just booked our trip through getaway today because of your videos , we also used your code & saved us even more $ so excited! Love the content 🥳

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Thank you so much! (I also earn a small commission from it, so it’s greatly appreciated).

[@princesskymme]

do you know if disneyland hotel guests are able to access the private entrance to DCA via pixar or dca? thank you.

[@mandy900812]

I am hoping to stay here for the next visit!

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

It was a really nice hotel, I’m sure you’ll love it.

[@audreyurbano6675]

I love this video, Ive been considering staying at a Disney hotel instead of a good neighbor one, and I might stay at Pixar my next cisit. THANK U❤

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

It's the most affordable of the options, and with viewing for both World of Color AND Fireworks, it's hard to beat.

[@disneylandlux]

Love that night time view. We have done split stays before and You can get 2 days of early entry for one night at hotel. You check in at 6am and it’s totally doable.

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Yes! We knew about that, but did not want to wake up at 5 AM to get up there in time to check in and get over to the park for early entry. Instead, we had a “slow” morning. Woke up at 6 AM, arrived around 8 AM, checked in, and got into the park about 9ish.

[@disneylandlux]

❤

[@efv89]

Great review of the hotel! I’m staying there in a couple of months. Will they hold your luggage for you until the room is ready?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Yes they will.

[@christinehoolihan7433]

Gave a like and a comment because you showed us the fridge; whether or not you have a freezer makes makes a differnce. Thanks!

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

I always check the fridge! No microwave, unfortunately. You'd think these deluxe hotels would put one in. If we have leftovers from meals, we can't do anything with it because we can't heat up the food. But I guess that's where they want you to stay in a DVC villa.

[@JamiePereydaKarayan]

Was there an age requirement on the hotel pool slide?

[@DiznyGrandma]

Great video. I do have a few questions. Where you were using the entrance to GCH, there was another to DCA. Is the entrance to DCA only for guests? Where does it actually take you? How does the security check go?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

It is for hotel guests only to enter. Anyone can leave through that exit in the park, but non-hotel guests would have to walk all the back through Downtown Disney by walking down to the Disneyland Hotel. They can’t even go through the Grand like we showed here. There is a small security booth on the other side of the wall in DCA. I show a little bit more of the process in the early entry video that published the day after this one.

[@talongordon1424]

I Might Go There For My 16 Birthday!

[@elinorzollweg]

The elevator in the Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs is very similar to the Pixar Place hotel where you choose the floor before you go in

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Interesting. We’ve never been in that hotel (or Coronado Springs).

[@elinorzollweg]

@@SoCalDisneyDad I stayed there just for a night following a Disney cruise last month. Absolutely gorgeous resort with lots of dining options and a stellar pool, but I wouldn't recommend staying there if you plan to go to the parks a bunch since buses are the only transportation option and the internal bus system is a pain.

[@trdtommy.]

Why is there no footage or mention of the Beachcombers Club??? Where they serve free snack, appetizers, and breakfast?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

It’s not called that anymore. But that’s a Club Level room. We did not purchase club level. It’s also not “free” as you’re paying an extra $100 minimum for club level.

[@alyssamcewen2049]

I stayed at this hotel last year my room did not have this stuff! Do you have to get a more expensive room?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

It’s probably just because it’s newly renovated. The hotel just “re-opened” in January.

[@colettedonovan]

Hi. Do you by any chance know if they offer DVC rooms? Thanks!

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

I don’t believe they do. But I’m not 100% certain

[@19kKittenKiddo]

Wow! You can see nearly all of DCA so beautiful!!! Can you tell us the room number once you leave please?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

I believe it is mentioned in the video. Right before we enter the room. But it was 1300. We were only there one night, Saturday/Sunday

[@RideTheTeacups]

10:33 shows a minor typo on the Great Maple information - "zof" instead of "of" there. The Sketch Pad Cafe also talks about the "evolvement" of their characters instead of their "evolution." That's too bad; Disney is known for its attention to detail, but didn't run their text through a spell check, anything connected to Grammarly or a dictionary, or an editor. I really hope this (and the other shortcuts they took) get resolved soon! This place costs too much to be cutting corners like this. REALLY appreciate the tour, especially of the paths to & from the park! That's super helpful. NO FREEZER SPACE!!! I'm incredibly surprised. And every barn door I've used lets some light out. That's not great if you have 1 party member who stays out until closing time or wakes up before everyone else. And no bathtub! I hope that's an option in some rooms, because it's a deal-breaker for most little kids, like you mentioned. I'm also disappointed that there's only 1 sink, and it's in the main bathroom. Others can't get ready for the day if someone is using the toilet or shower. The outlets immediately next to the shelf is nice, especially including USB-A and USB-C ports! That's great. And the pool area looks fun. And the view for the nightly shows really helps justify the huge price jump ($100+ per night difference). Really appreciate you adding that in! Your review comparing the other Good Neighbor hotels was also awesome. Those are the same comparisons I was thinking of during the entire video. Really solid vid! I'd say it's one of your best - and I like them all. Thanks so much.

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Thanks! I really appreciate the praise at the end there. Feedback like that helps us know what viewers like that we are doing right. The reverse is also true when there’s criticism so we know how we can improve to make content even better, so it’s much appreciated.

[@RideTheTeacups]

@@SoCalDisneyDad I agree, but there's no criticism here! We love your vids and share your channel often.

[@pixiepinkcrystalsrosetta7027]

We all love Bing Bong! 💕 Does he have a scheduled meet n greet or is it just random?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

He does have a schedule. But I didn’t see it posted anywhere. We talked to the cast member on the 3rd floor deck lawn where we enjoyed shuffleboard. She said he’s usually up there on the lawn, but at that time of the afternoon she said he only had one more appearance for the night and it was in the lobby from 5:00-5:30. So she must have had a schedule she could access. I would just ask when you’re there as I imagine schedules might rotate or fluctuate.

[@pixiepinkcrystalsrosetta7027]

@@SoCalDisneyDad Thank you so much for this information! We love your channel! 🥰

[@Rohroh59]

Yeah I just ask my daughter. She rather stay in candy cane hotel with free breakfast!! We thank you guys for referring us to that hotel! Ever since we love staying there.

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Free breakfast for the win! It’s also a winner for those with cars as Pixar Place was $40/night and Candy Cane is free.

[@ADisneyFanatic]

Can you use the Disney gift cards to buy anything from the parks?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Yes! Gift Cards are valid in stores and restaurants that are Disney-owned. What that means is inside the park, everything is fair game. But Downtown Disney is different. World of Disney is fine of course, but like you couldn’t use your Disney Gift Card at Earl of Sandwich (I tried on my last visit).

[@ADisneyFanatic]

@@SoCalDisneyDad very informative, thank you!

[@HM-sn8qq]

Did they have a height requirement for the slide? Would an adult be able to go down with a 2 year old on his lap?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Most waterslides do not allow lap sitting. I’m not sure if there’s a height requirement, but at the very least I’d probably assume they’d need to be old/tall enough to do it themselves.

[@veronicareitherreese6671]

I enjoyed my meal at Great Maple.

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

It was one of the best meals I’ve had at Disneyland.

[@ethannatalieeinhorn6262]

Quick question- how was the tap water? We recently stayed at a good neighbor hotel and the water had a terrible smell. They said all the hotels have that problem. Does this one?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

I did drink from the tap and did not notice anything. But I also used ice from the ice machine and drank out of the nice glass cup they provided. But I definitely did not notice any smells.

[@ethannatalieeinhorn6262]

Cool! Thanks

[@allisonfarrell950]

Why is the parking so much for guests!?

[@JohnCillis]

My daughter and I stayed at this hotel when I flew her to Anaheim on her 12th birthday in '12. We really enjoyed it, though cheapest of the three Disney hotels it was perfect with its 'back door' park access and its location. I got sick on the trip and my daughter, so mature for her age, had me go back to the hotel. I napped, then rented Kung Fu Panda to watch with her, went to have some food, and stamina rebuilt, enjoyed the parks until closing. I was raised in the Napa Valley and my grammar school principle, former dean of Concordia University Irvine, surprised my daughter at Disney on her twelveth birthday and we had a small party for her at the big restaurant on the right side of Main Street USA, in its nice small atrium with a view of the Matterhorn. I've been to Disneyland/California adventure and Disneyworld, and I like both, for the uniqueness of each and if planned right, an inexpensive vacation full of family entertainment every minute. In '09, we flew to Disneyworld, staying at the Beach Club adjacent to Epcot, the greatest location in Disneyworld, and after an all day flight from Phoenix we hopped the then free Disney bus from Orlando's airport. Upon arrival at the Beach Club they chose the three of us as 'Family of the Day' giving us balloons, treats and an upgrade to the concierge floor. That gave us free breakfast, lunch, evening treats and free alcohol for my wife and I though we did not drink much. It saved us a fortune and when we left a week later my wife had tears of joy when we left, our fav vacation until we visited Honolulu four years later. I love your videos, I've had the park view in this hotel when I stayed there alone once. When my folks moved us to California in '66 from Chicago, a year before moving to the Napa Valley, we lived in Burbank and went to Disneyland and Knotts quite often. Both parks were fun and when I had a daughter 33 years later, I knew she would love Disney too given Phoenix's proximity to it by air, or car.

[@MrGleeiscool]

i will be visiting the hotel on my first day of the trip im not staying there but its going to be nice to visit

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Are you eating at Great Maple?

[@MrGleeiscool]

@@SoCalDisneyDad I’m not sure yet

[@MrGleeiscool]

But you can just walk around the hotel and meet the characters and stuff

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

@@MrGleeiscool Yes you can. For sure.

[@MrGleeiscool]

@@SoCalDisneyDad I can’t check into the hotel lulu till 4 so I get to walk around the area and this is a great hotel to walk around

[@BaileyHoogendoorn-r5t]

Did you know that you were getting a renovated room when you booked the room?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

All the rooms where guests stay are renovated. The rooms that aren't renovated are in the process of being renovated and that whole tower is closed off at the moment.

[@Rohroh59]

Where is that located?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

1717 S Disneyland Dr. Right next to the main entrance to the Grand Californian Hotel. It’s just on the other side of the wall behind DCA down by the Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta area.

[@jadeblue86]

👍

[@Crystalplur]

Which hotel would you say is a closer walk, Pixar Place or the Best Western Plus Park Place Inn?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

BW Park Place Inn all day for Disneyland. For DCA, the dedicated back entrance is nice and very handy at Pixar Place. But is it necessary? No. Park Place Inn is still just as close.

[@Coast2Coast88]

Did you have to request a theme park view room? Or did you just get lucky! I put in a request and hope they honor it.

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

So first is that this was a Premium Room. As opposed to standard. Now premium just refers to the height. Apparently it could be views of “the resort” or theme park. I don’t know what a view of the resort would be. When we called to make the reservation (online system was broken at the time) we did ask the rep to make that request for us. And I mentioned it again at check-in. Disney is usually pretty good about requests.

[@leighims]

Can you tell us the cost of your room?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

I don’t remember the pre-tax cost, but it was $622 with taxes, not including parking.

[@pixiepinkcrystalsrosetta7027]

My granddaughter saw your video and exclaimed, "That's where we lived when we went to Disneyland!" She hid under one of those lobby chairs because she didn't want to leave at the end of our stay. A kind cast member offered her a rice crispy treat for our trip to the airport. We had so much fun staying there! 😊❤

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

That’s a fun memory! I’m glad you all had a fantastic visit and time together.

[@efrainmagallanes8319]

Are you able to use the dedicated entrance on your checkout day?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

Yes! And check-in, even if your room isn’t available yet. You also get early access on check-in and check-out days.

[@efrainmagallanes8319]

@@SoCalDisneyDad thank you, going to book in the next couple weeks. Just trying to decide between the California or Pixar because it's only like 20 dollar difference a night the weekend we are going.

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

@@efrainmagallanes8319 Wow. If it’s only $20, GCH all the way. There’s no contest.

[@efrainmagallanes8319]

@@SoCalDisneyDad is there more to explore in gch than Pixar?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

@@efrainmagallanes8319 Not really, so I guess if you’re looking for something more kid friendly and fun, there’s a lot more connection at Pixar. But the GCH is just on another level hotel-wise. It’s a gorgeous resort for relaxing and the ambience is second to none at Disneyland.