Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa is one of three on-site hotels at the Disneyland Resort. This hotel offers a beautiful architectural style celebrating the Craftsman Movement in California. It is an upscale property offering incredible amenities and a perfect location, at the heart of the Disneyland Resort.
Resort Overview
This incredible hotel opened in 2001 and features 948 guest rooms, including 44 suites. It is also the first Disney Vacation Club property on the west coast. Many of the rooms offer great views of Disney California Adventure or the Downtown Disney District. The amenities are on point as well. From delicious dining options to a full-service spa, you have everything you need when you stay at this hotel including an exclusive entrance into Disney California Adventure!
Reasons We Love This Resort:
Location: The proximity to the parks makes this resort even more convenient, including its own entrance to Disney California Adventure. All of the fun is just moments away!
Theme: The theme of this gorgeous resort is breathtaking from the moment you approach the hotel. Filled with Craftsman-style elegance and all the Disney touches, this property truly has it all.
Dining: There are some stellar dining options at this resort, including two opportunities for character meals.
Amenities:
- Wi-Fi Service (complimentary Wi-Fi access in guest rooms, main lobbies, and main pools)
- Dining Options (table service, quick service, and poolside service)
- Business Center (computer services, print services, shipping services, office supplies)
- Meeting & Banquet Facilities
- Designated Smoking Area
- Luggage Service (luggage assistance, valet parking assistance, dry cleaning)
- Laundry Services
- Housekeeping Services
- Valet and Self-Parking
- 24-Hour ATM (near the front desk)
- Front Desk Service (banking and mail)
- Merchandise Delivery and Pickup
- Grocery Orders
- Concierge Service (purchase tickets, upgrade tickets, special requests)
- Tenaya Stone Spa
- Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
- Safekeeping (in-room safes with safe-keeping boxes available at Front Desk)
- Wake-up Call Service
- Disability Service (mobility, hearing, visual, and service animal accommodations)
A Full Range of Accommodations
Standard View
- Sleeps up to 5 adults
- Views of Disneyland Drive, Rooftop, or Parking Area
- 1 King Bed and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 1 King Bed, 1 Day Bed, and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed or 2 Queen Beds
Woods-Courtyard View
- Sleeps up to 5 adults
- Views of the Courtyard
- 1 King Bed and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 1 King Bed, 1 Day Bed, and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed or 2 Queen Beds
Pool View
- Sleeps up to 5 adults
- Views of Pool
- 1 King Bed and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 1 King Bed, 1 Day Bed, and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed or 2 Queen Beds
Partial View
- Sleeps up to 5 adults
- Views of Theme Park or Downtown Disney District
- 1 King Bed and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 1 King Bed, 1 Day Bed, and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed or 2 Queen Beds
Downtown Disney View
- Sleeps up to 5 adults
- Views of the Downtown Disney District
- 1 King Bed and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 1 King Bed, 1 Day Bed, and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed or 2 Queen Beds
Suites
1 Bedroom Suite
- Sleeps up to 6 adults
- Views of Woods, Theme Park, Downtown Disney District, or Pool
- 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa
2 Bedroom Suite
- Sleeps up to 11 adults
- Views of Woods, Theme Park, Downtown Disney District, or Pool
- 4 Queen Beds, 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa, and 1 Day Bed or 2 King Beds, 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa, and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa or 2 King Beds, 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa, and 1 Day Bed or 2 King Beds, 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa, 1 Day Bed, and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 4 Queen Beds and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa
3 Bedroom Suite
- Sleeps up to 12 adults
- Views of Woods, Theme Park, Downtown Disney District, or Pool
- 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa, and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 1 King Bed, 4 Queen Beds, and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa or 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Day Bed, 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa, and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair
Arcadia Signature Suites
1 Bedroom Suite
- Sleeps up to 4 adults
- 1 King Bed and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa
2 Bedroom Suite
- Sleeps up to 9 adults
- 2 King Beds and 2 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofas or 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa
3 Bedroom Suite
- Sleeps up to 11 adults
- 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, and 2 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofas
Arroyo Signature Suites
1 Bedroom Suite
- Sleeps up to 4 adults
- 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa or 1 King Bed and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa
2 Bedroom Suite
- Sleeps up to 8 adults
- 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, and 2 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofas or 2 King Beds and 2 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofas
3 Bedroom Suite
- Sleeps up to 13 adults
- 2 King Beds, 3 Queen Beds, and 2 Queen Sleeper Sofas or 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, and 2 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofas
El Capitan Signature Suites
1 Bedroom Suite
- Sleeps up to 4 adults
- 1 King Bed and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa
2-Bedroom Suite
- Sleeps up to 9 adults
- 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa
Mount Whitney Signature Suites
2 Bedroom Suite
- Sleeps up to 6 adults
- 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa
3 Bedroom Suite
- Sleeps up to 10 adults
- 1 King Bed, 3 Queen Beds, and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa
Rooms with Club-Level Service
Staying in a room with club-level service includes all room amenities, plus:
- Continental Breakfast from 6:30 am – 11:00 am
- Afternoon Tea from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
- Wine and Cheese Reception from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
- Cookies and Desserts from 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- Exclusive access to The Veranda
- View fireworks from The Veranda
- Personal assistance from the Concierge Staff
Standard View – Club Level
- Sleeps up to 5 adults
- Views of Courtyard or Disneyland Drive
- 1 King Bed, 1 Day Bed, and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 2 Queen Beds or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed
Premium View – Club Level
- Sleeps up to 5 adults
- Views of Pool
- 1 King Bed, 1 Day Bed, and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 2 Queen Beds or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed
Dining & Lounges
Napa Rose
At this restaurant, enjoy a breakfast made for royalty at the Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures. Feast on a 3-course meal and enjoy a variety of Princess-themed activities with Disney Princesses waiting to greet you upon arrival! Then, each child receives a special keepsake to take home in remembrance of their royal adventure!
For dinner, choose from an upscale California-inspired menu and an extensive wine list at this signature dining experience.
Storytellers Cafe
The Storytellers Cafe celebrates California folklore and offers a buffet-style meal for breakfast, brunch, and dinner. Mickey Mouse and his friends make appearances at breakfast and brunch!
At dinner, choose from delicious dishes such as roasted chicken, plant-based favorites, and more. There are also kid-friendly options such as chicken tenders and grilled cheese.
Hearthstone Lounge
This lounge has a rustic vibe and is the perfect place to gather for a cocktail or a snack.
GCH Craftsman Grill
This quick-service location offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Choose from grab-and-go options or entrees. Mobile ordering is also available.
GCH Craftsman Bar
This poolside lounge is inspired by Craftsman-style architecture with plenty of seating and charming Arts & Crafts touches. It is a great spot to relax and enjoy drinks and appetizers. The lounge also serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
In-Room Dining
Are you looking to relax in your room? No problem! Have breakfast or dinner delivered right to your room with a menu full of delicious choices.
Pools, Grounds, & Recreation
Pools
Enjoy some fun in the sun or relax the day away at one of the three pools – Fountain, Redwood, and Mariposa. Each pool offers a relaxing retreat to enjoy with plenty of chairs and umbrellas to choose from. There is also a 90-foot waterslide to enjoy, inspired by California’s redwood trees.
Complimentary towels are provided at all pools.
Poolside Cabanas
Private cabanas are available at both the Mariposa and Fountain Pools. These cabanas offer pure comfort with daybeds, a mini refrigerator with water bottles, a fruit platter, and more.
Tenaya Stone Spa
This full-service spa is inspired by the natural beauty of the Golden State. It’s the perfect place to relax and recharge after spending time at the theme parks. Services are all provided with premium products and include body treatments, massages, and spa services.
Fitness Center & Fitness Classes
You can still stay in shape while you’re on vacation! The Eureka Fitness Center offers fitness classes and a variety of high-tech machines including treadmills, ellipticals, and more! Fitness classes include yoga, stretching, meditation, and aerobics. Make sure you sign up!
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa – How to Get to the Parks
At the Disneyland Resort, it’s easy to walk to both theme parks right from your resort hotel. In fact, when you stay at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa, enjoy an additional entrance into Disney California Adventure right at the hotel. Disneyland Park is just a short walk from the hotel and when you exit the hotel, you are right in the center of the action at the Downtown Disney District!
If you plan to park your vehicle at the hotel during your stay, the cost of self-parking is $35 plus tax per night, per vehicle. Valet service is available for $65 plus tax per night, per vehicle. If you would like to visit one of the restaurants, you will receive 3 hours of free parking with validation from Storytellers Cafe and 5 hours of free parking with validation from Napa Rose. Included parking is also available for those who plan to enjoy the Tenaya Stone Spa when you spend at least $125 during your visit.
Parking is not permitted for Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure, or the Downtown Disney District.
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