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A LEGOLAND Hotel stay is fantastic fun

You truly shouldn’t even contemplate a visit to any LEGOLAND without spending at least one night in a LEGOLAND Hotel, and Malaysia LEGOLAND Hotel is no exception!

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LEGOLAND Malaysia have one huge LEGOLAND hotel set right in the middle of the surrounding attractions. You can’t miss it – because it looks as though it’s constructed out of gigantic LEGOBLOCKS! Huge LEGO figures guard the entrance doors and make for really wonderful family photos, too!

Everything is Awesome!

One of our absolute favourite hotel stays anywhere, LEGOLAND Hotels are exactly as the LEGO song says – Everything Is Awesome!

They are themed to the max – absolutely everything, from the walls to the carpet to the lobby to the hotel pool to the very food you eat in the restaurant is – well – LEGO! Or at least, it looks like it. You don’t need to love LEGO to get completely caught up in the fun of a stay inside a LEGOLAND Hotel. It’s a destination all of its own.

LEGOLAND Hotel Lobby

From the moment you enter the main lobby to check in you realise that this is no ordinary hotel. It truly is a LEGO lover’s dream!

The Lobby is covered in play areas. Scattered big LEGO pits for random LEGO building, a giant LEGO castle and pirate ship to play in, and the most LEGO minifigs you’ve ever seen in your life along the wall at Hotel Reception. Good luck getting your kids out of the Lobby. Even my teenagers were engrossed in LEGO building when it was time to leave!

Free Entertainment

Check your schedule as soon as you arrive, because although the LEGOLAND theme park, water park and SeaLife Aquarium are the main attractions at LEGOLAND Malaysia, there’s also free entertainment happening in the LEGOLAND Hotel too, as part of your stay! Keep an eye out for LEGO characters wandering around for you to pose with for photographs too!

A gift shop is inside the hotel

Leaving in the morning but you were too busy to find time for the huge LEGO shop in the LEGOLAND theme park? Never fear, there’s a gift shop off the hotel lobby with after-hours time slots too! Keep your eyes open for the exclusive LEGOLAND Malaysia LEGO sets for a truly unique souvenir!

The LEGOLAND elevators

Get ready for a magical ride up to your room, because the LEGOLAND lifts are boppy, musical fun with lights and sounds galore. We had a disco rule that you had to dance every time you got into the lift – it was hilarious good fun, and what other hotel can you do that in and not look just a little crazy?!

Our LEGOLAND Premium Adventure themed room

I don’t care how old you are – lying under a LEGO quilt cover gazing out at LEGO themed walls, carpet and LEGO figures and models on the walls is darn fun! That’s what you’ll get with a Premium LEGO room.

Pay the little bit extra for premium or deluxe if you can, as you’ll get more luxurious decorations and more LEGO figurines in your room. Remember, your child will never be this young again, and they will love their stay even more with their very own LEGO decorations to sleep next to.

I have to admit, it gave me a bit of a thrill too – staying at a LEGOLAND Hotel is a magical experience for any LEGO-loving family, young or old!

LEGOLAND rooms are more like suites

LEGOLAND themed rooms have a main bedroom for parents with a TV, desk, chair and telephone, and a bunk room for up to three children with their own TV. It’s not an ordinary bunk bed of course – it’s covered in LEGO pictures, LEGO decorations and there’s even themed LEGO figures.

My girls are tall teenagers, and they fit the bunk beds just fine, too. A trundle pulls out for a third child if needed.

Our room had two big and two child sized robes to borrow and slippers to keep. There were abundant tea and coffee facilities supplied too.

What themed rooms are available at LEGOLAND Malaysia?

Themed rooms include Pirate themed, Adventure themed (our room – think Egypt and Indianna Jones), Ninjago themed and Kingdom themed (medieval times like knights, princes and princesses). Read more about all the different themes and deluxe add-ons at the LEGOLAND My (LEGOLAND Malaysia) official website here.

LEGOLAND hotel bathrooms are also themed

It’s not just limited to the bedrooms though – oh no. Even the ensuite is LEGO themed – how fun is that?! There’s nothing quite like taking a shower surrounded by LEGO  – it’s just so much fun! There’s a child sized bathroom sink as well as an adult sized one too.

Also included are toothbrushes and toothpaste, shampoos and conditioner and soap.

A mysterious locked LEGOLAND Hotel room safe!

Just like LEGOLAND California, LEGOLAND Malaysia also has a mysterious coded safe in their hotel rooms – guarded by a LEGO animal figure! How do you find the safe padlock code? And what’s inside?

It may or may not be a little surprise gift for each of your little LEGO fans when they solve the supplied clues! (Or you can just ring reception if you get stuck and they’ll give you the code!)

The LEGOLAND Hotel swimming pool shouldn’t be missed

Bring your swimsuits with you! It may seem like you are already pressed for time with so much fun on offer, but you really should allow some time for the LEGOLAND Malaysia LEGO themed hotel swimming pool. It’s the perfect place to cool off in the tropical Malaysian climate.

Up on the roof top with gorgeous views across the surrounding Malaysian high-rises-meets-jungle, this is a truly beautiful hotel pool experience.

There’s a smaller kiddie pool adjoining the big swimming pool too, with floatie jackets to wear and giant pieces of foam LEGO to play with (what else, of course!).

The LEGOLAND Malaysia family restaurant

Just like the hotel itself, eating in the huge family restaurant is an experience in itself.

Full of large LEGO statue installations, eating at the restaurant is worth it just to see them. Everywhere you wander in the restaurant there’s a comical set of huge LEGO figures stuck in hilarious poses – tripping over, dodging pancakes….it’s so fun!

Purchase the family dinner deal for an all-you-can-eat buffet dinner of everything you can imagine, including lots of Western kid’s meal favourites like chicken nuggets and chips.

If you have a fussy eater, there’s lots of fried kids food choices, as well as basics like bread and rice – even green rice! There’s plenty of cooked vegetables, fruit and of course lots of yummy desserts too!

Breakfast has all the standard western food choices (so Australian brekky favs) like cereal, toast, pancakes, eggs and lots more.

You’ll find a cafe outside of the main restaurant too for mum and dad to get their barista coffee or tea fix and a nice cake to go down with it – and of course there is a whole other LEGO play area right there too, so you may actually get to finish your coffee – lovely!

A stay at the LEGOLAND Malaysia hotel is an absolute must during your visit for the complete LEGOLAND experience – you and especially your kids will be so happy you did!

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Discounted LEGOLAND Malaysia rooms

How much does it cost to stay in a LEGOLAND Hotel?

Less than you think! The Malaysian LEGOLAND Hotel is good value for money, costing around the same as a three to four star Singapore hotel. So if you swap one of your Singapore nights for a side-trip to LEGOLAND, the hotel is about the same cost as you would have paid in Singapore – but you’ll have a lot more hotel fun!

Where I booked our discounted LEGOLAND Hotel room

I found the cheapest LEGOLAND Hotel room deal on the Agoda hotel comparison website instead of booking directly with LEGOLAND Malaysia, so it’s definitely worth checking first – it saved me almost $100 a night, and I booked it less than a week before we went! Our Premium Adventure Room cost me $333.93 AUD for one night in August 2022.

What days is LEGOLAND Malaysia closed on?

Keep in mind that LEGOLAND Malaysia closed on Wednesdays, and the LEGOLAND Water Park is closed on Tuesdays, so plan around those days depending on what you want to see and do. 

Our Malaysia LEGOLAND theme park review

Malaysia LEGOLAND is a brilliant family theme park. Read our LEGOLAND Malaysia theme park review here.

The cheapest LEGOLAND Malaysia theme park tickets I found were on Klook

Klook had the cheapest LEGOLAND Malaysia tickets I could find.

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How far is LEGOLAND Malaysia from Singapore?

LEGOLAND makes a great Singapore side trip. It only takes one hour to drive from Changi Airport to LEGOLAND Malaysia, and whilst there is a border crossing involved it’s not a difficulty. We trialed getting there from Singapore by private driver and also the daily LEGOLAND coach from the Singapore Flyer and videoed the whole experience. Read our How to get to LEGOLAND Malaysia from Singapore guide here.

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How do you get from Australia to LEGOLAND Malaysia?

We flew our sponsor airline Jetstar Australia from Sydney to Singapore and from there caught transfers to LEGOLAND Malasia. Jetstar Australia have several flights to Singapore every week.

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Minnie & Friends – Breakfast in the Park at the Plaza Inn

If you want to experience all aspects of Disney magic whilst you are visiting Disneyland California, then you really must do at least one Disneyland breakfast.

There are several amazing California Disneyland breakfasts available, including the Donald Duck Breakfast at the Paradise Pier Hotel, Mickey’s Tales of Adventure and the Princess Breakfast at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel, and Goofy’s Kitchen at the Disneyland Hotel – however we think it would be hard to beat the Minnie & Friends – Breakfast in the Park – which happens right inside Disneyland at the Plaza Inn.

Location Location Location!

This Disney breakfast is the only one to actually take place inside Disneyland. Hosted in the historic Plaza Inn restaurant, an original landmark of Disneyland Park, this location simply can’t be beat. If that wasn’t enough Disney magic, this Disney breakfast experience is made all the more special by it’s views of the Disneyland Sleeping Beauty castle!

Before you go – don’t forget these essential items!

Essential items to take along with you to your Minnie and Friends Disneyland breakfast are your camera (of course!) and a Disney Autograph book, which you can purchase from most Disneyland gift shops. Your Disneyland Autograph Book will become one of your child’s most treasured Disney souvenirs. My girls page through their autograph books in wonder. If I had a dollar for every time Brooke or Samantha exclaimed, “I can’t believe we filled up our autograph books!”, I’d be a rich mum! Each Disney character has their own, very special autograph style – and it’s absolutely charming watching them sign your child’s book as they look on in awe.

What is the Minnie & Friends Breakfast like?

This wonderful Disney breakfast was truly magical. My girls and I absolutely loved every moment. Whilst it’s truly a thrill to come across Disney character circulating outside in the Disneyland theme park itself, it’s here at the Minnie & Friends breakfast that you will be given the opportunity to spend quality time with almost every Disney pal you can think of will come to you!

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You have the opportunity to get photographs, hug, high five and generally hang out with all your Disney favourites – from the fabulous Minnie Mouse to Eeyore and even Chip and Dale, you’ll be starstruck with this very special Disneyland experience. With character after character dropping by our breakfast table to sign autographs, hug and pose for photographs, we all agreed this was one of our favourite times at Disneyland – and given how much we adored every aspect of Disneyland, that’s really saying something!

What is on the menu at a Disneyland Breakfast?

An expansive all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast is laid out for all to enjoy – with lots of special Disneyland themed foods too, of course! From all your standard hot breakfast or continental breakfast regulars such as bacon and eggs, to the essential Mickey Mouse waffles, you will be well set-up and ready to hit the Park afterwards!

You can even add a Mickey ears cake to your Disney breakfast reservation if you like!

Are Disneyland breakfasts just for kids or families?

No way! Whilst Disneyland breakfast are every child’s dream, and of course Disneyland breakfasts are very popular with families,  you will also see adults of all ages, be they singles, young to elderly couples and groups of adults without a child to be seen. People of all ages love Disneyland!

How do I book a Disneyland Character Breakfast?

You will need a valid ticket for entrance into Disneyland, and so access the Plaza Inn. Reservations for the Minnie & Friends Disney characters breakfast are highly recommended, however if there is availability you can attend without a prior booking (You will need to pay for the character breakfast experience if you are a walk-in).

Any Disney fan is going to absolutely adore this special Disneyland breakfast, and it really adds further wow-factory to your special Disney California family holiday. Don’t miss the Minnie & Friends Breakfast at the Plaza Inn at Disneyland!

To book a table, or find out more about the Minnie & Friends Disneyland breakfast, go to the official Disneyland Park website here

Where to stay in Anaheim

Whilst visiting Disneyland Resort in Anaheim we stayed in the Anaheim Marriot Suites, in Garden Grove.

Located only minutes from the Disneyland Resort attractions, this elegant full-service hotel is the perfect base for your Disneyland family holiday.

To book your Anaheim Marriot Suites or find out more, go to their official website here.

Read all about the three exciting California destinations we visited here!

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We’ve just arrived back from our first ever trip to Bali and it really feels like we hit the Bali holiday resort jackpot straight away! We just spent 3 nights hosted at the 5-Star Grand Hyatt Bali, and we all had such a wonderful time!

The Grand Hyatt Bali is a gorgeous luxury vacation resort located on the East Coast of Bali’s Bukit Peninsula in Nusa Dua. The resort is nestled within exotic tropical gardens, fronting a beautiful white sandy beach – this truly is a Bali paradise!

Family resort accommodation in Bali

There is luxury accommodation to suit everyone at the Grand Hyatt Bali, with a range of rooms, villas and suites – 636 rooms, to be exact! Centrally located deluxe facilities abound, including swimming pools, bars and restaurants – plus kids’ clubs and a shopping arcade! In fact, this resort is so well serviced that you could spend your entire Bali family holiday here without even stepping foot outside of the resort!

Getting around the resort is easy

Even though the resort is spread out over several acres, most features are either centrally located or within easy walking distance along paved paths. In addition, there are resort shuttles which circulate regularly, both around the resort and even over to the nearby Bali Collection shopping mall. Plus, you’re always only steps away from that gorgeous beach!

Arriving at the Grand Hyatt Bali

With the Bali Airport just 15 minutes away, you can get right down to the business of relaxation and fun soon after you land! It felt like in no time at all we had been whisked away by the Grand Hyatt Bali shuttle driver, as we left the rush of the bustling Denpasar city streets behind us and entered the security gates of peaceful Nusa Dua.

From the moment we drove through the gates and down the tree-lined drive of the Grand Hyatt Bali resort our 5-star holiday experience began in earnest! Hotel attendants met us at the car, spiriting away our bags and gently ushering us down the elegant walkway. Two traditionally dressed Balinese girls gracefully greeted us along the way – already we felt the excitement and enchantment of an exotic, luxurious Bali holiday!

A seamless check in experience followed, where we were seated and welcomed with cool drinks, hand cloths and warm smiles.

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What is a Grand Hyatt Bali suite like?

We were escorted to our room and were thrilled to find that the Grand Hyatt Bali had arranged a Grand Executive Suite King for us!

The Grand Executive Suite was luxury personified. A spacious 141 square meters of climate-controlled deluxe accommodation. Our one-bedroom suite consisted of a generously sized open-plan foyer, lounge and dining area. The decadent bedroom and ensuite opened off the lounge, plus an additional toilet was situated off the foyer. A large private balcony ran the length of the entire suite and was also accessible from the bedroom.

The balcony had an outdoor setting and featured beautiful views. It looked out over tropical gardens to the twinkling blue Indian Ocean. A lovely spot for a coffee in the morning.

The lounge featured comfortable lounges and a huge flat screen TV. It was a great place to kick back and relax after an exciting day of fun.

In addition to a dining setting the dining area had a desk, a well-stocked mini bar fridge, tea and coffee amenities, and a convenient coffee machine.

The bedroom featured a four poster style King-sized bed romantically draped – it felt like waking up in a movie with the sea breeze drifting in from the balcony. There was a dressing room/walk in robe with a safe, iron, robes and slippers.

The bedroom led into the huge bathroom with separate shower and step-up marble bath. The bath had – wait for it – its own TV with a remote control! So that you can relax in the bath and watch TV, of course!

Our suite was a one bedroom with an extra bed added to the lounge area, however if you needed more space for more children or family, interconnecting twin or standard rooms are available to add to bookings.

Choose an all-inclusive Bali Holiday

One of the great things about the Grand Hyatt Bali is you can make your vacation as inclusive as you want, with options to purchase the all inclusive meal and drink package!

We loved the all-inclusive package and enjoyed wonderful restaurants for breakfast lunch and dinner, and could enjoy relaxing by the pools knowing we could grab a drink and even a range of beers, wines and cocktails at the various bars. All included, and more.

Best of all, the Grand Hyatt Bali All-Inclusive Package is discounted right now!

What does the All-Inclusive Package special include?

• Breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Alcoholic beverages
• 2 hrs Grand Hyatt Bali Oceania Kids Club per day
• 5 photo shoots in the resort

Plus!

Get 30% discount on special/premium dining, spa appointments and extra resort activities!

Read all about the All-Inclusive Grand Hyatt Bali special on their official website here

A Bali Foodie Paradise

There are mouth-watering restaurants in abundance at the Grand Hyatt Bali and enough delicious cuisine to satisfy any budding Bali Foodie!

In each restaurant the service was impeccable. We were always asked if we had any allergies first, guided through the menu choices and food was served promptly.

We dined at the four main Grand Hyatt Bali restaurants during our three-night stay…

Salsa Verde Restaurant

This pool-side Italian Restaurant was a real winner with its delicious pizza and pasta choices. This Grand Hyatt Bali restaurant has a great airy Mediterranean theme with al fresco dining available too.

The location and outdoor dining option made this particular restaurant a winner for lunch, because you could choose to eat outside so that you barely needed to leave the pool!

My girls’ particular favourite at the Salsa Verde was the Spaghetti Bolognese.

Nampu Japanese Restaurant

On our first night at the Grand Hyatt Bali we experienced our first ever teppanyaki meal at Nampu, the Grand Hyatt Bali’s Japanese restaurant.

Our teppanyaki dishes were not only absolutely delicious, but also highly entertaining! We couldn’t believe the incredible skills of the resident chefs – it was lots of fun! The Lobster was my stand-out favourite – it was just unforgettable!

Watercourt Restaurant

We were lucky enough to have breakfast, lunch and dinner at the beautiful Grand Hyatt Bali Watercourt open air restaurant.

On our second night we had been out all day visiting the Bali tourist sites, so we were very happy to have dinner at this gorgeous Indonesian and grill restaurant.

The beautiful pool and fountains setting is such a special dining experience, and the food is just incredible too. Particular dish standouts were the steaks and the Tuna Tartare – absolutely delectable!

Passar Senggol Theatre Restaurant

On our last night we loved dining at Passar Senggol, a Balinese Night Market experience with a spectacular open-air stage Balinese cultural theatre performance show.

We loved trying all the different new Indonesian foods at the “stalls” – there’s even a dessert area! This is a fantastic way to try lots of new Balinese food – and it’s all so delicious!

I’m sure that many parents were appreciative that the Passar Senggol restaurant also offered Western options – including chicken nuggets and other kid-friendly foods for those fussy eaters!

Whilst I loved all the new Balinese dishes here, I discovered that my new food-favourite is sweet Balinese pancakes!

Following one of the amazing shows diners were invited to come up onto the stage with the cast members for a fantastic photo opportunity – I think every table jumped at the opportunity! At the end of the night all the children were invited up onto the stage to learn some new cultural dancing!

The Garden Cafe Restaurant

We loved exploring all of the Grand Hyatt Bali restaurants for not only dinner but lunch and breakfast too. We finally ate at the beautiful Garden Cafe on the last morning of our Bali getaway.

The Garden Cafe had a special Balinese breakfast selection area and also offered a wide range of Western breakfast choices.

A satisfying breakfast looking out at the wonderful view was such a peaceful – and tasty – way to start the day!

Breakfast at the Grand Hyatt Bali

At all of the Grand Hyatt Bali restaurants for breakfast there were dedicated Balinese and/or Asian breakfast food areas as well as plenty of Western breakfast choices for both adults and kids.

In addition to sausages, beans and scrambled eggs, you could always find toast and spreads, including strawberry jam and Vegemite. Yoghur, fresh fruit, toast and pastries plus cereal were all readily available. Various milks were available too.

At each restaurant there were freshly made options such as chef-ordered pancakes and egg chefs. Every morning, at each restaurant I just couldn’t resist the yummy Eggs Benedict!

Bali absolute beachfront resort

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The Grand Hyatt Bali is an absolute beachfront resort, located along the beautiful Mengiat Beach at Nusa Dua, the longest beach in the region.

Regarded as a gentle wave beach, Mengiat Beach is perfect for swimming with the kids or just working on your tan! We had to try out the Hotel swing whilst we were there!

The Grand Hyatt Bali Water Sports hut offers lots of different activities for extra fun at the beach too! There is everything from Parasailing and kayaking to jet skiing and surfing lessons!

Swimming pools and a real water slide

Something my teens were very excited about at the Grand Hyatt Bali were the amazing swimming pools and water slides!

There are several swimming pools – the Main Pool, the River pool and the Balinese Feature Pool.

There are so many pools and water features at the Grand Hyatt Bali that we completely missed another two pools altogether and didn’t even know it! I think that’s a first for us!

We had such fun flying down the main water slide on inflatable tubes and there’s even toddler pools and a gentle water slide for little kids too.

The Grand Hyatt Bali pools are open daily from 8am to 7pm, and the water slide to 6pm.

The Un-Crowded Bali Resort

Even though we visited the Grand Hyatt Bali during a peak period, it didn’t ever feel crowded. I loved that we could find available pool lounges when we wanted them, or pop to the bar to get a drink without having to wait in a queue. Service was always prompt and friendly. It really surprised me to learn that they during our time there they were close to full capacity – as it really didn’t feel that way!

Spoil yourself at the Grand Hyatt Bali!

Ever dedicated to looking after their guests’ relaxation and wellness, the Grand Hyatt Bali is home to The Bay Club fitness center gym for their guests, but we couldn’t resist luxuriating in the stunning Kriya Spa.

Our Kriya Spa Balinese Massage

The Kriya Spa is designed to replicate a Balinese Water Palace – it’s truly stunning to visit. They offer a range of luxurious experiences, including facials, Ayurveda Rituals, body scrubs, wraps and combined packages.

We were excited to visit the spa for a full body Balinese Massage experience. Our massage was an hour-long and fabulously relaxing. Just being at the spa is like being in a peaceful Oasis.

We all adored the indulgence of our afternoon massage therapy session at the Kriya Spa!

Kids clubs for all ages

Normally it would be difficult to align the term 5-star with family-friendly but the Grand Hyatt Bali has nailed the combination!

The Grand Hyatt Bali has some great options to keep the youngest members of the family right up to the hard-to-please teens totally entertained!

There are three separate age-targeted Kids Clubs.

The toddler, kids and teens Kids Clubs are open all day and have both free and paid options available.

Nearby shopping

The Grand Hyatt Bali has the best of both shopping worlds with their in-resort shopping mall with several shops including boutiques and a surf brands shop. We bought some great souvenirs from the hotel gift store too!

There’s a corner store open every day for life’s little essentials, including snacks! Plus there’s even some fun market stalls selling local souvenirs and crafts each evening.

The Bali Collection shopping mall

Just across the road from the Grand Hyatt is the Bali Collection, a fantastic one level shopping mall with a Starbucks, huge souvenir stores, brand outlets and much more. It’s easy to spend a couple of hours drifting from store to store!

What is the price of a night at the Grand Hyatt Bali?

The price for a room for two people at the Grand Hyatt Bali starts from $257 AUD.

How do I book a room?

Go to Trip Advisor to compare prices at different hotel websites and book your stay. Check room availability for the Grand Hyatt Bali here.

How far is Nusa Dua from Denpasar Airport?

The Grand Hyatt Bali is 11kms and just fifteen minutes’ drive from Bali’s Denpasar International Airport.

Where is the Grand Hyatt Bali Hotel located?

Here is a map to show you where the Grand Hyatt Bali Hotel is located.

What is the Grand Hyatt Bali Hotel address?

The Grand Hyatt Bali Hotel address is:

Kawasan Wisata Nusa Dua ITDC, Nusa Dusa 80363, Indonesia

The Grand Hyatt Bali was such an incredible family holiday for my teenagers and I. It really was the perfect mix of relaxation, activities and entertainment. Plus the location – and food – was out of this world! We would return to the Grand Hyatt Bali in a heart beat, which is always the sign of a holiday well-spent!

You can find out more about the Grand Hyatt Bali at their official website here.

The Let’s Go Mum family were hosted by the Grand Hyatt Bali Resort and were flown out to Bali by our airline partners Jetstar Australia. As always, all opinions remain firmly our own.

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What’s the cheapest airline to get from Australia to Bali?

We partnered with Jetstar Australia to fly from Australia to Bali. Jetstar Australia offer cheap fares to Bali every day – check their website for their low Bali fares and frequent sales!

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Finding a hotel for the family to stay in during your Disneyland vacation is sometimes like finding a needle in a haystack. We usually start off searching according to our priorities – location, food, pool… but sometimes it can be really hard to find the hotel that ticks all your boxes. Not to mention in the price range you want!

Most of all we want to know if that Disney hotel really is as good as they say it is – but who do you believe when it comes to reviews? Are they real reviews by real people?

Luckily, my Disneyland California Holiday Planning Facebook Group is packed full of real Disneyland Park frequent visitors who aren’t afraid to tell it like it is about the hotels surrounding Disneyland!

Here you’ll find our Disneyland Facebook group member’s hotel experiences, reviews and comments all gathered together for each hotel – so you can make a more informed choice about where you’ll be spending your precious Disney accommodation money!

So, without further ado, here is a comprehensive list of the hotels within walking distance of Disneyland California.

Disneyland surrounding accommodation and hotels FAQs…

Which are the closest hotels to Disneyland?

The following hotels are closer to the park turnstiles than the Disneyland Hotel, and are a few minutes walk across the road:

About the 3 Disneyland Official Park Hotels

Disneyland Hotel
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
Pixar Place Hotel

The 3 official hotels are great if you plan to spend a lot of time at the resorts, in the pools, dining there, etc. Otherwise, the 30 minutes of early entry alone really isn’t worth the extra cost.

Official Disney hotel or hotel across the street?

The properties across the street are a very short walk but are not comparable to the Disney properties really in any way, especially to DLH and GCH. Across the street they are lower end motel-style properties with few amenities.

The Disney properties are full on resorts, with significantly bigger and better pools, multiple restaurants and bars, shops, their own security entrances and early entry, valet and concierge services, etc. People who spend down time at the resorts generally feel that the extra cost is worth it to not leave the Disney “bubble.”

People who simply need a place to sleep at night are very happy to save the money and stay across the street

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Which is the best hotel to watch the Disneyland fireworks?

We stayed at the Suncoast and stayed in a regular double queen suite, room 340 and had an amazing view each night. We did not stay in the more expensive room that you pay extra for to see the fireworks.

Desert inn and suites they have a viewing deck on the roof

we stayed at the desert inn last week and had an amazing view from our room

Light sleeper? Hotels with highway noise issues

Element – You can definitely hear the freeway if you’re on that (the freeway) side.

if road noise is an issue for you you’ll also want to avoid some of the newer hotels along Katella Ave (Hyatt House, Springhill Suites, Residence Inn, etc), unless you get a room facing south. But then you can’t see the parks.

Larger family accommodation

For larger suite-type rooms that might fit all of you but are a little closer, you might also check out (Springhill Suites) and Hyatt House

List of Disneyland Hotels in alphabetical order

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Alamo Inn and Suites

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland walk time: 23 minutes
Guests estimated Hotel to Disneyland walk time: 10-15 minutes

Alamo Inn and Suites reviews

There is the Alamo that is older less expensive and doesn’t charge for a vehicle. It is right at the end of the parking lot for Downtown Disney.

We stayed at Alamo inns and suites, 10/15 minute walk. Lovely room and staff. We could see the parks from our room.

Alpine Inn Anaheim

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 16 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 10 minutes

Alpine Inn Anaheim reviews

We stayed at Alpine Inn recently for about $150/night and it was basic but nice and clean and about a 10 minute walk to the entrance. We would stay again especially if we planned to be in the park most of the time!

Alpine Inn highly recommend!

America’s Best Value Anaheim Astoria Inn & Suites

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 19 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “…not too far of a walk“

Astoria Inn & Suites reviews

hello! we did end up staying there and even doe the hotel wasnt the prettiest, it was what we needed, we went to the walmart nearby( yes we walked ) and managed to save money buying snacks and food for not only disney but in the hotel and we did walk to disney everytime! it wasnt too far at all. i think if u can get it for a cheap price its totally worth it:) considering its just a place to hold ur items and sleep at night

Astoria Inn & suites, not too far of a walk to Disney & Walmart is a bit up the road 

Anaheim Desert Inn and Suites

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 7 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 5 minutes

Anaheim Desert Inn and Suites reviews

Anaheim Desert Inn is across the road from the main entrance. Also has a viewing deck for fireworks. Don’t think it’s fancy – has a continental breakfast included but also a great price. Location is everything.

We always stay across from the Disneyland Bus Station at The Anaheim Hotel. Just a 5 minute walk into the bus depot and the entrance to Disneyland . We travel from New Zealand and always stay there. It’s close for me to go back to the hotel for a nap during the day lol

Another vote for the Anaheim hotel across the road from the parks. Very easy 5 minute walk – super convenient, we just came back from there and would head to the park in the day, come back to the hotel about 4ish for the kids to have a breather and then walk back to the park in the early evening to continue on. Super close and very convenient

Anaheim Desert Inn and Suites Negatives

expensive 

No hot tub tho..

The Anaheim Hotel

(Previously known as The Anaheim Plaza Hotel & Suites)

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 11 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “less than 10 minutes“

The Anaheim Hotel reviews

We are staying at the Anaheim Hotel on Harbor Blvd. It’s less then a 10 minute walk to the parks. Has parking and gets great reviews.

Anaheim hotel just served us well. Basic room but even space, only 5 mins walk to entrance, good pool!

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 24 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “has a free shuttle“

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Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel reviews

Disney Majestic garden has free shuttle over

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel Negatives

Disappointing Stay – (abbreviated) A Decline in Standards and Service – strong, unpleasant cigarette odor. The bathroom was not properly cleaned – hair was on the floor and there was visible mold/mildew present. The phone in the room did not work, making it impossible to contact the front desk or housekeeping. Furniture was in a state of disrepair. Mold or mildew was visible in the corner of the room on the ceiling. Cobwebs were hanging from the ceiling. Wallpaper was peeling/delaminating from the wall. The cold air return vents were filthy and clearly had not been cleaned in a long time. Given the lack of care, responsiveness, and cleanliness, we no longer feel confident staying at this property and cannot recommend it to others.

Anaheim Marriott

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 24 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “not too far to walk“

Anaheim Marriott reviews

We are staying at the Marriott Anaheim ( the hotel not the suites ) – it’s not too far to walk and it’s a it cheaper as it’s technically a business hotel but I think it looks nice and I have had to contact them for a few things and they have been very prompt and helpful

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Best Western Courtesy Inn Hotel

(Anaheim Resort At The Park)

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 28 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 25 minutes

Best Western Courtesy Inn Hotel reviews

It’s probably a 15-20 minute walk – down a busy street – to the security entrance at Downtown Disney. From there, once you’ve cleared security it’s another 10 min to the actual park entrance

Second closest Best Western hotel to Disneyland entrance

Best Western Plus Anaheim Inn

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 7 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “stones throw from the entrance“

Best Western Plus Anaheim Inn reviews

We just stayed at Best Western Anaheim. It was great.

The Anaheim Hotel is a great option and only a stones throw from the entrance, stayed in October.

Closest hotel to Disneyland

(One of two)

Best Western Plus Park Place Inn & Mini Suites Anaheim

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 6 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “right across the road“

Best Western Plus Park Place Inn & Mini Suites reviews

We are from Isle of Man and did a trip.in December. We stayed at the Best Western Plus park place which was great! Large rooms and so easy to walk and did 3 days with park hopper and LL multi pass and was perfect. We are 2 adults

There is also the best western park place which do queen rooms with sofa bed. This is right across the road from the park walkway and Camelot.

Best western in front of Disneyland

Best Western Plus Raffles Inn & Suites

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 24 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “2 min walk to free shuttle or 11 min walk“

Best Western Plus Stovalls Inn

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 10 minutes

Best Western Plus Stovalls Inn reviews

The Best Western Stovalls inn or pavilions. (Stovalls is a bit nicer) (but with the pavilions the breakfast you get included is for Denny’s next door which is also quite handy! )

Best Western Plus Stovalls Inn,right across from the Adventure Park, about a 10 min safe to downtown disney, breakfast, clean and comfortable, pool, washing facilities

Stovalls best western plus directly opposite Disneyland and a nice hotel to stay at

We stayed at the Best Western Stovells and it was great. Breakfast included was amazing.

Stovells best western plus directly opposite Disneyland free breakfast pool it’s great

We stayed at Best Western Stovall.. just great across the street from Disney..breakfast was included,rooms cleaned daily. Stayed there last month highly recommended

Best western Stovalls Inn was great

BW Stovall is a super easy walk. We stay at the Westin right across the street all the time.

You just go right up Disneyland Dr and enter security in front of the Disneyland Hotel. It’s a very safe, very nicely landscaped walk. There will be plenty of people doing the walk at all times of day. Including cast members who park nearby.

On your way home from the parks you can cut through the Grand Californian to cut off some steps. You can’t go in that way in the morning if you’re not a guest, but it’s easy at night.

We stayed at Best Western Stovall. We were so happy with it. The location and walk felt safe. The breakfast was incredible. Saved us a bunch of money. Very clean. Comfy beds.

Best Western Stovall Negatives

the beds are very small though

Best Western Plus Pavilions

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 25 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: n/a

Best Western Plus Pavilions reviews

with the pavilions the breakfast you get included is for Denny’s next door which is also quite handy!

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Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 27 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “ART shuttle bus stop outside hotel/5 mins walk to Toy Story Car Park Shuttle“

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Cambria Hotel & Suites reviews

Just came back from staying at the Cambria. The walk was flat & super easy only 2 blocks really. On a map it looks more difficult. There are lots of young families all doing the same thing.

Cambria hotel, they have suites and adjoining rooms, 2 showers in each room too. Breakfast included. ART shuttle bus stop outside hotel, easy transport to and from parks

Cambria hotel !! We had stay two time already and we love it

We staying at cambria in september had 4th night free

We loved our stay there last week

Cambria! 100%

My son’s and I just stayed at The Cambria hotel and suites and we loved it. Fantastic facilities, good free breakfast and heaps of restaurants out the front, swimming pool, waterslides, childs water pad, mini golf, basketball hoop and big spa, laundry facilities and a gym. Small vehicle Uber to the parks is between $5-$10 each way and easy 5min walk to toy story parking lot where you can get the free bus to Disneyland

We stayed at the Cambria a couple of years ago, at the time our kids were 13 and 6, we all love the place, clean and tidy fantastic pool and water slides, a bit of a walk to Disneyland but managed it, would stay there again definitely, hope you have a great holiday.

The Cambria is a perfectly fine property with a great pool. The only downside is that it’s 7-8 min further walk to the parks – but you can walk into the Toy Story parking lot and take the shuttle. 

We are at the cambria now for 10 days. The rooms are clean and love the full size fridge and microwave. The pool is warm and the waterslides are a bonus for the kids. It’s nice to have Starbucks and other restaurants in the parking lot. The breakfast is decent but busy. We could watch the fireworks right from our room. The only down fall is no dressers or anywhere to put clothes for a long stay.

Cambria hotel and suites in Anaheim is great with kids

My teens and I loved the Cambria hotel and suites, excellent facilities and we Ubered to Disneyland, easy walk to the toy story parking lot for free shuttle also

Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim review – California Disneyland

Camelot Inn & Suites

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 8 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: n/a

Camelot Inn & Suites reviews

I love Camelot inn!!!

I’ve personally stayed at the Camelot one and love it!!!

Camelot was really good 

We love Camelot inn and suites. They have a family room thats amazing and right across the street from Disneyland

We stayed at Camelot inn & suites, just opposite park entrance, not too expensive and a made a good base.

Candlewood Suites Anaheim – Resort Area, an IHG hotel

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 22 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 15 minutes

Candlewood Suites reviews

My sons and I stayed at Candlewood Suites. Really nice place and only about a 10, 15 max walk to Disneyland. Highly recommend it 

Candy Cane Inn

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 12 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 5 minutes

Candy Cane Inn reviews

Enjoyed the Candy Cane Inn a few years ago. Literally occupies the southeast corner in the block mostly filled by DCA, and a pretty easy walk to the gate (without needing to cross Harbour Blvd). There are closer places along the road, but I haven’t tried them

We just stayed at Candy Cane Inn and loved it.

Candy Cane is smaller, mom and pop operated, and newly renovated.

We just stayed at the candy cane inn which is on the same side of the street as Disneyland and it was great, comfy beds, breakfast was very good and many options. It’s motel style so you don’t have to wait on elevators etc. They also offer a shuttle every hour

Candy Cane inn is super close and really nice.

We LOVE Candy Cane Inn. We are just trying for a little closer and less expensive. However, we all loved the breakfast, the friendly staff, the newly renovated rooms

We just checked out of Candy Cane Inn today and I would highly recommend it. 5 minute walk to Disneyland and the hotel is beautiful, clean and staff super friendly. Breakfast and parking included. You can see the back side of Radiator Springs from the hotel, that’s how close you are.

We stayed at Candy Cane Inn last August. It was affordable, clean, walking distance to parks and had free daily breakfast.

We stayed at Candy Cane Inn last year – 2adults and 2kids sharing 2 queen beds. Walking distance to Disneyland and b/fast included 

Candy Cane Inn Negatives

Unfortunately, that’s 970$ for the 3 nights so too much for us! (March 2025)

$300 for a tiny room

Castle Inn and Suites Anaheim

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 12 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “Super easy walk“

Castle Inn and Suites Anaheim reviews

It’s a pretty basic hotel, although I think at least partially renovated in the last couple years. Super easy walk, and also a couple random places to eat right next door. The best part are the owners – it’s family owned and they’re super nice people. Usually really good customer service there.

Check out castle inn and suites it’s an easy walk free parking for a car if you have one, most hotels close by will charge a parking fee up toward 20 bucks a day.

Have a look at Castle inn and suites. We really enjoyed staying there.

Castle Inn and Suites Anaheim Negatives

There would have to be some major improvements before I stayed there again. There was one morning we didn’t even have hot water!

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Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 17 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 10 minutes

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim reviews

We recently stayed at Clementine and really liked it! 10 min walk. – second this. Great place and location. Free breakfast as well.

Clementine, walked 3 kids each morning/ great incl breakfast

Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 10 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “the walk was no problem“

Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance reviews

We stayed near the HoJo (Howard Johnson), at the Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Theme Park Entrance. My kids were 5 & 8 and the walk was no problem, even after the fireworks

Courtyard by marriott would be awesome for them but its a bit more expensive (than Howard Johnson)

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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anaheim At Disneyland Park

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 20 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “free shuttle”

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anaheim reviews

good lower budget hotel with pool, free shuttle and basic waffle continental breakfast.

Read the Let’s Go Mum family review of the Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anaheim At Disneyland Park here.

Del Sol Inn Anaheim Resort

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 8 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: n/a

Del Sol Inn Anaheim negatives

As for Del Sol. We did it once and never again. We have stayed at 12 different Harbor hotels and it was one of the worst. Our room was full of bugs

Delta Hotels Anaheim Garden Grove

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 40 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “we used the shuttle bus”

We stayed at Delta, nice place, we used the shuttle bus.

Desert Palms Hotel and Suites

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 14 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “ten minute walk to DL“

Desert Palms Hotel and Suites reviews

the best deal was Desert Palms. Free breakfast and ten minute walk to DL. Great hotel for teenagers to explore.

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 17 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 5 minutes

Disney Grand Californian reviews

if cost doesn’t matter I would 100% stay at the Grand Californian. If that’s a little too pricey I’d drop down to the Disneyland Hotel. Those would be the best overall experience.

The Grand Californian is the closest in the resort area, and reflects in its price with convenience and beauty.

we’ve randomly had Donald (Duck) walk into the lobby at GCH

Disneyland Hotel

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 12 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “you walk across a pedestrian street and right into downtown Disney“

Disneyland Hotel reviews

If that’s (Grand Californian) a little too pricey I’d drop down to the Disneyland Hotel. Those would be the best overall experience.

Disneyland hotel is nicer in terms of amenities like restaurants and bars and pool.

DLH you walk across a pedestrian street and right into downtown Disney.

When we were there in December we saw all the characters randomly I the lobby next to Goofy’s kitchen

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Anaheim Resort – Convention Center

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 25 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “walking distance to the park AND a free transport service“

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Anaheim Resort reviews

We stayed at Double Tree suites, great prices, fabulous and clean with an American buffet provided for breakfast – part of the cost – walking distance to the park AND a free transport service 

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Element Anaheim Resort Convention Center Hotel

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 19 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 10 minutes

Element Anaheim Resort Convention Center Hotel reviews

Element Hotel, walking distance (11 mins/0.9km) and amazing breakfast. The rooms have a dishwasher and cooker top. Some rooms also have theme park views so you can watch the fireworks at night.

it took us about 8 minutes walk

I like the Element just fine – big comfy rooms and a good breakfast. But I’d probably take that extra money and spend it on snacks and merch in the parks instead.

Stayed at Element in December. It is a great hotel and the rooms are very spacious

We stayed at Element from April 13-15 and loved the spacious rooms. We were upgraded to a room with a king bed, 2 bunk beds, a couch, and a kitchenette with a microwave and utensils. It was only a 10-minute walk to California Adventure and Disneyland.

We stayed at the Element and loved it, the hotel is spotless, the breakfast is amazing, free cheese and wine mon to thurs, some rooms with fireworks views and the pool was like a bath, we were there in winter, also it was an easy walk to the park. We would 100% stay at the Element again, also family of 5, 3 big kids, 21,18 and 15.

you could hear the road noise at the pool but it wasn’t too bad. We couldn’t hear any road noise from our room (not freeway side). I’m a really light sleeper, I can’t have a room at a lift shaft or doors etc and I slept great at the Element. You will love it. we were on the other side from the motorway the rooms with the parks views.

Try the Element. It’s super clean, and nice (brand new) for being a quick place to stay. Easy walk to/from the parks.

Element Anaheim Resort Convention Center Hotel Negatives

You can definitely hear the freeway if you’re on that side. I’m a fairly light sleeper and hated it. But, the park view rooms all face due west into the park and are much quieter, so when we stay there – and we do, bc it’s quite nice – we only do park view.

The Element is a nice Hotel but is a bit of A walk to the parks. It also doesn’t have a spa pool but the included breakfast is good.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim South

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 34 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: ART Bus stops at hotel

Embassy Suites by Hilton Garden Grove Anaheim reviews

Embassy Suites Garden Grove South, they had 3 laundry rooms.

We stayed at Embassy Suites Garden Grove South and there was lots of reasonably priced eateries close by. Bucca di Beppo had huge portions and Joe’s crab shack is always a good option. Target nearby too.

Have stayed at Embassy Suites South – super nice and clean.

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Fairfield Anaheim Resort

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 11 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “Almost opposite the entrance“

Fairfield Anaheim Resort reviews

We are at Fairfield right now. We stayed at Disneyland hotel earlier this month. This was is actually faster than Disneyland hotel.

Almost opposite the entrance and just as close as the Disney hotels.

We stayed at the Fairfield. McDonald’s and Panera in the parking lot.

The best view of fireworks is probably from the Fairfield Anaheim Resort. It’s a high rise building, has exterior walkways where people can stand and watch on every floor even if your actual room doesn’t face the parks, and it’s one of the absolute closest hotels to where the fireworks actually launch.

All that said, I wouldn’t pick a hotel for that reason – if you’re concerned about not making it to the end of the night I’d just pick something close where you can take a midday break and then go back in the evening to watch the nighttime shows from inside the park.

Four Points by Sheraton Anaheim

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 17 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 15 minutes

Four Points by Sheraton Anaheim reviews

We stayed at Four Points by Sheraton Anaheim…..it was a very easy 10-15 min walk to Disney

We stayed at Sheraton Anaheim took about 15 minutes to walk to the park

Four Points by Sheraton was affordable, close and well taken care of.

This one was great

Grand Legacy At The Park Hotel

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 8 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 5 minutes

Grand Legacy At The Park reviews

We did three days (2 at Disneyland and 1 in DCA) and stayed at grand legacy at the park. I highly recommend the hotel. You just cross the street and you are at the parks. We loved going back in the hot afternoon for a swim and then head back to the parks when it got cooler.

Almost opposite the entrance and just as close as the Disney hotels.

Grand Legacy is a 5 min walk from the park, was affordable and the facilities were great. The room are small but you are only there to sleep! We are a family of 5 too. It was great to be close to the park

We are staying for the 2nd time at The Grand Legacy by the Park. Across the road from Disneyland entrance. It was perfect for what we wanted, only in it to sleep.

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Hampton Inn & Suites Anaheim Resort Convention Center

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 23 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “Free shuttle 5 min away“

Hampton Inn & Suites Anaheim Resort Convention Center reviews

We like Hampton in and suits by Hilton . More modern and new and breakfast included . Free shuttle 5 min away

We stayed at Hampton inn and suites . Close to Disney with free shuttle to and from . Kitchenette and could sleep 6 with plenty of space . Free parking too . Had breakfast included . It’s a modern and new place unlike a lot around Disney that are old , dated and expensive

I stayed with 2 teenage daughters in Jan at Hampton inn in Anaheim. The girls stayed in a twin queen room and had breakfast thrown in. Plus had a bus stop in the carpark which left every 15min for Disney.

Holiday Inn Express Anaheim near Disneyland

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 12 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: n/a minutes

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Anaheim Resort Area reviews

We stayed at Holiday inn express and liked our stay. Both Howard and Holiday Inn are in same complex.

Holiday Inn express was clean we shared beds think there was even a pull out sofa too.. and free breakfast. Short walk to park – it’s very close to the Howard Johnson.

Holiday Inn Express Fullerton – near Anaheim By IHG

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland distance: 3.4 miles (near Costco)
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance ART Bus travel time: 11 minutes / walk time “20 minutes“

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Holiday Inn Express Fullerton reviews

We stayed last week it wasnt a far walk at all even though its about 15-20 mins. The city runs a shuttle which was super handy only around $4 for adults and $3 for kids which can be used multiple times a day. The shuttle picks you up at the entrance of the holiday inn, also stops at a few other hotels but drops you straight to the park gates. The reception will give you the shuttle details and you just download the app which you can buy the tickets and also track where the shuttle is

The ART bus system was great for my group of 7 to use.

Homewood Suites By Hilton Anaheim-Main Gate Area

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 41 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: shuttle service for a fee

Homewood Suites By Hilton Anaheim maingate reviews

We stayed at Hilton Maingate resort! It was an apartment style but they had a communal laundry! But never had an issues

Not sure if it’s your walking distance, but for us, Homewood Suites by Hilton Maingate, breakfast included, kitchenette, separate living and bedroom rooms with TVs, pool and hot tub, Aud $209, USD cheaper. (April 2025)

Also the Main Gate 6 Anaheim is good and really affordable, also close walk to DL.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 11 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 8-10 minutes

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel reviews

The Howard Johnson is around an 8 minute walk to the security entrance of Disneyland. It’s a great option and is across the road from the parks, close to lots of places to eat too. Can highly recommend (stayed there in November and walked back in the dark as a group of females and felt safe).

The Hojo is just a 10 min walk to security. There are closer properties but lower end motel types. The Hojo was recently renovated and has a great water park. If you’re doing any rest days between park days it’s great for kids.

We stayed there last November and it’s around an 8 minute walk. If you cross over the road (not Harbour Blvd) and walk through the Marriott car park it’s quick.

We stayed at the Howard Johnston probably 10-15 min walk, not far at all.

We stayed there and the walk was fine me and my 9 year old

It is a nice walk

Staying at Howard Johnston now with 3 kids and honestly the walk is 7-10 mins. Hardly anything at all. I would def stay here again

Howard Johnson is a very manageable walk to Disney we were there last year and no complaints from my sons walking youngest was 7 

Hojo is a bigger property. also has some – but not all – newly renovated rooms, and a fun water park

If you’re going in warm weather and would have a day or afternoon at the hotel taking breaks, I’d go with Hojo. 

10 minutes tops

My 3 and 4 year old walked just fine to Disney from the hojo. And they loved stopping at McDonald’s on the way back.

Howard Johnson- nice walk and grab coffee/smoothies from McDonald’s on the way.

10 mins walk to the gate, I have a lazy kid and it was fine 

We were just at the Howard Johnson. It was great the walk wasn’t too far and we had our 3 year old with us. The room we had was great and spacious there were 5 of us and the water park was good too.

We stayed at the Howard Johnson in November, it wasn’t really a long walk at all. Would absolutely stay there again, super clean and friendly staff.

It’s not a long walk at all! Stayed there before and booked there again for July.

This hotel isn’t far at all from Disney have stayed twice 

HoJo is 8 mins to the security entrance at Disneyland. It’s a really straight walk down one road and easy to do.

Last month we stayed at the Howard Johnson which was 8mins walk to Disneyland and we walked to Walmart which was about 20mins walk. We just did a big shop so we only had to do it once.

It’s not a far walk 

 we stayed there 2 years ago and took us max 15 minutes! Even with a 5 year old at the time it was easy 

My kids coped fine with ho Jo walk

Howard johnson is awesome.

Only stayed the once but we really liked the Howard Johnson. Great having splash park and regular pool and the walk to the gates is maybe 10 mins max

I would do Howard Johnson for the water park and proximity to the Disneyland parks

Howard Johnston but I don’t think they do breakfast but there is a few restaurants you pass on the way. Has a splash park. Walk isn’t far and you can see fireworks show from your hotel if your baby is sleeping and can’t last that late. Not sure they have a shuttle though. Also not sure on price.

just back from HOJO. $255 a night plus taxes and a $25 fee for a roll away cot. No breakfast. Great pools and a 10 ish min walk (April 2025)

there’s a little store there too! We bought some cereals to have for breaky

Howard Johnson had a laundry room

If we’re talking one of the renovated rooms at Hojo, then great option. If you plan to have downtime at the pool, the Hojo has a great pool and water park

We stayed at Howard Johson. Comfortable, under 10 mins walk.

I can recommend the Howard Johnson. Easy 8 minute walk to parks, spacious bedrooms and bathrooms. Comfy bed, safe, fridge, coffee maker, microwave. Just make sure you go for a newly refurbished room.

Refurbished rooms in Bld 1 & 2

We stayed at Howard Johnson. Good rooms spacious. Pool open late. Comfy beds. Double queen beds

We stayed at Howard Johnson! Loved it, location was great and rooms were spacious and clean

Howard Johnson has a sweet water park & is literally across the street from the main entrance

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground. Walking distance to park. We stayed there in 2022 and will be staying there again in the fall.

Howard Johnson Negatives

First time in 2013 was fantastic went again last year and was not impressed- there was no AC and we had a bed bug scare. . Hotel was really good about it all, if you do stay here make sure the travel agent books the “deluxe” more expensive room buildings near the pool (these ones have elevators the basic ones don’t)

HoJo is farther than I like to walk after a long day

All the people saying it’s not far, less than 10 minute walk…I’m with the OP, at the end of a 12 hour day being in your feet all day at Disneyland, another 10 mins is torture.

Howard Johnson is a good hotel but after a big day at Disneyland you don’t feel like rhe walk up the slight hill.

Hyatt House at Anaheim Resort/Convention Center

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 15 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: n/a

Hyatt House at Anaheim Resort reviews

For larger suite-type rooms that might fit all of you but are a little closer, you might also check out (Springhill Suites) and Hyatt House

We stayed at Hyatt house it was great was great

We stayed at Hyatt House. Was perfect, basic but close to Disneyland and included breakfast.

Hyatt Regency Orange County

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 38 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: shuttle service available

Hyatt Regency Orange County reviews

Need to take hotel shuttle but look at 2 bedroom queen suite at Hyatt Regency Orange County. Great hotel and huge room at reasonable price.

Have stayed at Hyatt Regency Orange County and Embassy Suites South and both are super nice and clean. Hyatt has a shuttle

We have just returned from the Hyatt Regency Orange County and we loved it. Upon check in we were asked if we would like an update to a two bedroom, two bathroom suite with a lounge and it was perfect. Lovely hotel and will be booking again in 2027. We highly recommend this hotel and it even has a shuttle to the parks which runs every half an hour for six dollars.

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JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 19 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: n/a

JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort reviews

The best 2 off property hotels are (the Westin) and the JW Marriott and will be a fair amount less expensive than (Grand Californian and Disneyland Hotel)

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Kings Inn Anaheim

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 19 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 10-15 minutes

Kings Inn Anaheim reviews

We stayed at Kings Inn and it was perfect for us. Close to the parks (10-15 min walk), had a Walgreens more or less opposite and other good food options nearby for when we didn’t want to eat in the parks.

Stayed at Kings Inn recently and was super close.

The kings inn. Budget, walking distance

Recently stayed at Kings Inn and it was great – 10ish mins walk but super easy

We like kings inn, it’s about a 10 min walk and it clean and well Maintained and not expensive

the garden walk is next door which has a bunch of restaurants

The Kings Inn, i have stayed before, clean, nice hotel staff and a 10 min walk to Disneyland.

we always stay here it’s awesome

We stayed at the kings inn 10 minute walk to Disney and close to shops very comfortable and exceptionally clean

Kings Inn Anaheim negatives

Only downside was no bathtub if that’s a need!

No breakfast – the garden walk is next door which has a bunch of restaurants

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Closest hotel to Disneyland

(One of two)

Park Vue Inn

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 6 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 5 minutes

Park Vue Inn (Parkview Inn Anaheim) reviews

We’ve stayed at Parkview inn twice with 2 kids. Perfect location.. literally right across the road. Less than 5 minute walk from hotel door to disneyland gates. Have plenty of parking too.

Pixar Place Hotel

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 13 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “Easy short stroll into downtown Disney“

Disney Pixar Place Hotel reviews

We stayed at the Pixar Place and had a really lovely time. Such a cute hotel and clean. Easy short stroll into downtown Disney and can catch the monorail into Disneyland.

Best onsite is Pixar Place! Large rooms, themed, splash pad, waterslide, pool, outdoor viewing with fire pits for fireworks.

I agree Pixar if on site. We stayed at the grand as well. But Pixar was amazing for our large family.

But Pixar is a new renovation so the rooms are nice and fresh, albeit smaller. PP it’s fastest to just walk across Disneyland Drive (long light, tons of people crossing) to either go through the Grand to DTD or DL, or through the private entry into DCA

If you want to stay on site I’ve heard Pixar hotel is the best on site cost wise.

We love it!! We stayed this past September with my family of 7. We enjoyed being close to the parks the pool!! But it just depends on your budget. We are staying there in November with my parents. With my parents my dad needs a scooter and it makes so much easier for us to access everything for him.

Lotso makes regular appearances at Pixar Place

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Ramada By Wyndham Convention Centre Anaheim

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 25 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “near Toy Story parking so you can catch the free shuttle“

Ramada By Wyndham Convention Centre Anaheim reviews

Ramada Anaheim $165USD per night (April 2025) including breakfast 10mins from Anaheim

We stayed here not far away at all with breakfast included. It’s near Toy Story parking so you can catch the free shuttle that drops you to the front of Disneyland. Highly recommend great spot with parking included.

Residence Inn Anaheim Resort Area/Garden Grove

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 35 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: n/a (shuttle bus for fee)

Residence Inn Anaheim by Marriott Garden Grove reviews

We are staying at Residence Inn Anaheim Resort Area/Garden Grove it comes with own laundry and kitchen

Residence Inn By Marriott At Anaheim Resort/Convention Center

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 16 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 10 minutes

Residence Inn By Marriott At Anaheim Resort reviews

10 min walk, it’s a good choice. And they have Mickey waffles at the buffet

Stayed here 3a 2c last August couldn’t fault it and the walk is super easy after a big day.

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Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 18 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 15 minutes/Toy Story Shuttle

Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort reviews

we had a 4 day hopper park ticket and stayed at Sheraton Park Hotel, perfect location for the park about 10 minutes from parks with a lovely pool area and rooms are fantastic with a view of the parks- you can watch the fireworks from your balcony! the area is lovely with lots of restaurants close by and mostly everything as walking distance.
Definitely have a look at the hotel it really was a great location and the rooms were super modern and clean.

Sheraton is a bit further down the road (from the entrance to Disneyland), probably a 15 min walk but if you cross the road you can use the shuttles in the Toy Story parking lot for free!

I have stayed there every trip (5) and found it a pleasant walk also

Not far from park can see the guardians of galaxy from hotel

We stayed at the Sheraton park hotel and couldn’t fault it. Was great and was easy walk on same street as Disneyland. Right near the walgreens supermarket to get drinks and snacks which was handy. 

We stayed at Sheraton park hotel, lovely, clean room with two queen bed and the most amazing view of the castle also only a 10 minute walk to the parks! Little shop in the hotel and a very good pool. I would 1000% recommend

We stayed Sheraton Park Hotel

2 queen beds, good price, clean tidy and 5-10min walk to Disneyland. Perfect!

Solara Inn and Suites

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 22 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 20-25 minutes

Solara Inn and Suites reviews

Solara inn and suites, about 20-25 Min walk, 20 mins walk to Walmart, 5 min walk to bus stop which stops tight outside Disney entrance. Clean, budget motel has a laundry room as well.

Sonesta Hotel Anaheim Resort Area

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 36 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “they have a bus that takes you right to Disneyland“

Sonesta Anaheim Resort Area reviews

We stayed at the Sonesta, they have a bus that takes you right to Disneyland

Springhill Suites At Anaheim Resort/Convention Center

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 16 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “my 4yr old managed the walk“

Springhill Suites At Anaheim Resort Convention Center reviews

Springhill suites – Resort convention center location.

We are at Springhill Suites at convention centre and my 4yr old managed the walk to the parks…

Looks like a similar distance from Howard Johnson

We stayed at Springhill suites near convention centre and could see the fireworks from the roof

For larger suite-type rooms that might fit all of you but are a little closer, you might also check out Springhill Suites

We’ve been at Springhill all week. It’s a nice Springhill. Close walk to the parks (like 15 mins). Breakfast is not a great selection. The pool is small. The price per night plus $30/night parking isn’t great. But can’t complain for what we’ve paid. We’ve used uber a lot to get home from the parks and it’s like $5

Suncoast Park Hotel Anaheim Resort, Tapestry By Hilton

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 19 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: n/a

Suncoast Park Hotel Anaheim Resort reviews

Suncoast was great! Could see the ferris wheel from our room!

We’ve booked the sun coast Hilton – according to reports it’s about a 15min walk away and you can see the fireworks from there. For us as a party of four it was also reasonably priced.

We stayed at the Suncoast and stayed in a regular double queen suite, room 340 and had an amazing view each night. We did not stay in the more expensive room that you pay extra for to see the fireworks.

We just last week stayed at SunCoast Tapestry and had no issues there. Easy enough walk there and back through the day to Disneyland and DCA. We have a 14 and 9 year old. We went back each afternoon for a quick break and grab jumpers and then back into parks… we were there 4 night

We stayed at the Suncoast Park. Pool was amazing, walk was 10-12 minutes to the park for us. There isn’t a free breakfast so we bought groceries and would make our own.

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Tropicana Inn & Suites

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 7 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “convenient“

Tropicana Inn & Suites reviews

Loved the Tropicana. Nice place and couldn’t have been any more convenient

We love the convenience of the Tropicana

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The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 40 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: “they have a bus or a 20 minute walk”

The Viv Hotel Anaheim reviews

We stayed there and had a park view room on the second highest floor and the fireworks was awsome.

We stayed at the Viv. Loved it. Drove and parked to the parks each day but they have a bus or a 20minute walk. Great place for families to stay

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The Westin Anaheim Resort

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 24 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 10 minutes

The Westin Anaheim Resort reviews

Currently at the Westin Anaheim resort: 10 minutes to security walking (and I’m a slow walker!). Would recommend it & would stay there again.

We couldn’t fault the Westin!

The best 2 off property hotels are the Westin (and the JW Marriott) and will be a fair amount less expensive than the 2 above (Disney Grand Californian and Disneyland Hotel)

Wyndham Anaheim

Maps estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 16 minutes
Guest estimated Hotel to Disneyland front entrance walk time: 10 minutes

Wyndham Anaheim reviews

Have just got back from staying at Wyndham Anaheim & had a fabulous stay. Didn’t have a car but was offered a car park if we decided to hire one. We did a shop & made our own quick breakfasts on park days &/or grabbed something from the Starbucks down in the foyer. They had potties of cereal & yoghurt which a couple of times I ate on route to the park. The staff were fabulous & went out of their way to know our names & couldn’t do enough for us. The hotel has a bus stop literally right outside that takes u to the park or the free Toy Story bus was right across the road from the hotel that u could walk to. Great location with the garden city walk being next door. We would most definitely stay there again.

Accommodation: Wyndham Anaheim – 2 double beds + cot for our daughter. Great location, 10-minute walk to the parks (very stroller friendly route). Optional breakfast (we ate at the parks). Close to Walgreens, CVS, pizza places, IHOP, Denny’s, and Cheesecake Factory – super convenient with a toddler. Would definitely recommend this hotel.

Wyndham Anaheim Negatives

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Without a doubt, one of the most fun hotels to stay at in Tokyo Disney bubble within a budget range price is the Henn Na Maihama Hotel! Check availability for your visit dates at the Henn Na Maihama here.

Along with cheap Japan flights from Australia this hotel can go a long way towards saving a lot of money on your Tokyo Disney Resort vacation. Just five minutes’ drive from Tokyo Disney and with a free Tokyo Disneyland shuttle bus included, this cheap Tokyo Disney area hotel is well-worth a stay!

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One less thing to plan – buy your Japan attraction entrance tickets online before you go!

Klook is a reputable, official online Tokyo Disney ticket seller. You can buy your Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea tickets online at Klook here.

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Is the Henn Na Hotel really run by dinosaurs?

It sure is! We arrived at 11pm at night to be met by large dinosaur animatronics in hotel lobby including two Velociraptor dinosaur robots at the reception desk!

The Henn Na Hotel brand has the distinction of being the first ever dinosaur robot run hotels in the world!

With the help of in ipad for information input, a passport scanning pad, electronic funds transfer machine and automatic room key issue we were checked in – and checked out in the morning – all by dinosaur robots!

Apart from poking our heads into the breakfast restaurant next door before we left early the next morning, we didn’t see one staff member throughout our stay.

Watch our Henn Na Maihama Hotel Video – Dinosaur Check In!

Watch what it’s like to be checked in to a hotel by dinosaur robots in our YouTube video here!

The Henn Na Maihama Tokyo Bay is like a regular three-star hotel in Tokyo. The basic rooms are small in size but not tiny like some Japanese three-star hotels can be.

Rooms are clean and modern with basic furnishings, a small remote-control TV, tea amenities, hair dryer, safe and Japan hotels’ characteristically firm beds. There is reverse cycle air conditioning, a small fridge and Japanese plug outlets.

The hotel rooms have private bathroom amenities of a separate toilet and small bath shower room. There are towels and toiletries including soap, toothbrushes, shampoo and conditioner.

Do you really get a robot in your hotel room?

Yes, you do! The unusual bonus in your hotel room is your own personal room concierge robot! It took us a while to read its instruction page and get it speaking English as you can see in the Room Tour video, but it was a lot of fun to have it in there! The room concierge robot can be set as an alarm clock, play quizes, tell stories, dance and more!

Watch my room tour video on YouTube

Take a look around our room at the Henn na Maihama Hotel which includes us trying to interact with our room concierge robot!

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Does the Dinosaur Robot Hotel have Happy Entry?

No, the Henn Na Maihama Hotel does not offer Tokyo Disney Happy Entry early entry to the Tokyo Disney parks to its guests.

Can you eat at the Henn Na Maihama Tokyo Bay?

Yes, there is a Jurassic – prehistoric themed breakfast restaurant on the ground floor of the hotel which was serving a buffet breakfast when we left. The restaurant is only open for breakfast and does not require reservations.

How much does Breakfast cost at the Henn Na Maihama?

Breakfast price is 1,000JPY for small children and 2,000JPY for ages 6 and up. 0-2 years is free.

Important! The breakfast restaurant only accepts cash, not credit cards.

What time is check in and check out at the Henn Na Hotel?

Check in time at the Henn Na Hotel is from 3pm and check out is at 11am. The dinosaurs finish at 12 midnight.

How much does a night at the Henn Na Maihama Dinosaur Hotel cost?

The Henn Na Maihama room price per night is around AUD$250 or USD$160 per night for a week night stay which can almost double on weekends and holidays. That’s still a cheap stay near Tokyo Disney Resort.

We paid top dollar at around AUD$450 for the last room the night before Christmas Eve, which I snapped up when I saw it available the week prior!

How do I book a room at the Henn Na Maihama Dinosaur Hotel?

Go to Trip Advisor to compare prices at different hotel websites and book your stay. Check room availability for the Henn Na Maihama Hotel here.

Is there a free shuttle bus to Tokyo Disney Resort?

Yes, the Henn Na Maihama offers a free shuttle bus to Maihama Station which is located next to Tokyo Disneyland. To get to Tokyo DisneySea you need to catch the Disney Resort Line monorail from nearby, next to Maihama railway station or at the Tokyo Disneyland entrance. The bus stop is at the South Exit of Maihama Station there is no sign – see the map below for the location. The free shuttle bus timetable is available on the official website here.

How much does a taxi to the hotel cost?

A taxi from Maihama Station to the Henn Na Maihama Tokyo Bay Hotel cost us 1200JPY (about AUD$13/USD$8.50) and cost us 1100JPY to Tokyo Disneyland Hotel in the morning.

Are there any convenience stores close to the hotel?

A Lawson Convenience Store is located across the road from the Henn na Maihama Hotel.

Where is the Henn Na Tokyo Dinosaur Hotel located?

The Henna Maihama Dinosaur Hotel is located just 5 minutes drive from Tokyo Disneyland. Here is a map to show you where the Henn Na Maihama Hotel is located.

What is the Henn Na Maihama Dinosaur Hotel address?

The Henn Na Maihama Hotel address is:

Whilst the Henn Na Maihama Tokyo Bay is a budget hotel, it’s unusual Reception Staff of robotic dinosaurs and personal room robot make it well worth the stay just for the extra fun factor.

The Henn Na Maihama Hotel is right up there as one of our most memorable hotel stays ever!

The Let’s Go Mum family stayed as paying hotel guests at the Henn Na Maihama Tokyo Bay. All opinions remain firmly our own.

Henn Na Maihama Dinosaur Reception and Foyer

 

 

 

 

 

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Jetstar Australia offer cheap fares to Japan every day – check their website for their low Tokyo and Osaka fares and frequent sales.  See Jetstar Australia’s cheap Japan flights here

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As any trip to Disneyland requires several days to enjoy the full experience, it’s important to book an Anaheim hotel for this part of your trip. We found the Anaheim Marriot Suites, Garden Grove hotel to be a fantastic Disneyland holiday accommodation choice.

Where to stay in Anaheim

Located only minutes from the Disneyland Resort attractions, this elegant full-service hotel is the perfect base for any Disneyland and Anaheim family holiday.

Our family suite

Anaheim Marriot Suites hotel features generously-sized family suites.

Ours comprised of a bedroom with two queen beds and a large flatscreen TV, a lounge with another large Flatscreen TV, a connecting office area. There is a bathroom off the bedroom with a hand basin area and a shower room with a shower over a full-sized bath tub.

Separate bedrooms means you can easily get the kids settled and off to sleep, whilst you relax and unwind with the big flat screen TV in the living room. Just perfect after long, excitement-filled days spent at nearby Disneyland Resorts!

No time to read? Watch our Anaheim Marriot Suites tour

Here’s a short YouTube video showing a walk through of our family suite, plus a look at the Anaheim Marriott pool and breakfast buffet in the dining room.

Anaheim Marriot Suites hotel facilities

The Anaheim Marriot Suites have a host of hotel facilities for guests to use and enjoy.

There’s an excellent hotel restaurant on-site for a full hot breakfast in the morning to fuel the family up for a big day at Disney Parks.

Also on site you’ll find a gym & fitness centre, a well-stocked gift shop and a Starbucks coffee shop in the foyer.

A resort swimming pool and hot tub

The resort style swimming pool and spa is a beautiful hotel feature. This large and stylish pool is lined with reclining lounges, and makes for the perfect spot to relax and rest those Disney-weary feet at the end of the day!

Local shops and restaurants

There are plenty of local services surrounding the hotel, with a large Target department store situated directly across the road and open until late, and an Outback Steakhouse restaurant next door.

The Anaheim Marriot Suites at Garden Grove, Anaheim is an excellent Disneyland hotel choice. You can find out more or book your Anaheim Marriot Suites hotel stay at Tripadvisor here.

For more information on the Marriott Suites hotel, go to their official website here.

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Read all about the three exciting California destinations, including Anaheim and Disneyland, that we visited in 2020 here!

This article is meant to inspire travel to California once it is safe to do to. The attractions and experiences featured in this article may be temporarily unavailable due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Please consult official travel resources and individual businesses to confirm future plans.

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Where can I find Rainforest World Music Festival accommodation?

During our recent stay in Kuching we loved staying at the Damai Beach Resort. As we were attending the Rainforest World Music Festival every day, the Damai Beach Resort was conveniently located right next door to the Sarawak Cultural Village where the festival was being held – a mere five minutes stroll away.

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Where is the Damai Beach Resort, Malaysia?

The Damai Beach Resort is a large holiday resort located in Kuching in a stunning rainforest area of Sarawak, Malaysia. Sarawak is a Malaysian state located along the beautiful northwest coast of the island of Borneo.

What is at the Damai Beach Resort?

Covering an area of 90 acres, the Damai Lodge is a large resort with two main accommodation areas offered. The lower beach area and the upper clifftop area.

The Damai Beach Resort has everything your heart desires for a complete, comfortable and fun family holiday in Sarawak!

What facilities does Damai Beach Resort have?

Damai Beach Resort facilities at sea-level included the main reception area plus large conference rooms, restaurants, a gift shop and a large  resort pool complete with a swim-up bar and babies pool with mushroom fountain. Beach toys are available for hire.

The Damai Beach Resort Restaurant

We loved dining at the Damai Beach Resort in-house restaurant.

Breakfast offered a wide range of both western and Malaysian choices plus egg chefs.

Lunch and dinner too had a great selection and delicious meals and desserts.

Damai Beach Resort accommodation options

What are the Damai Beach Units like?

The Damai Lodge Beach Units are located at the sea level area of the resort. They are conveniently located next to the main reception area and have direct access to the Teluk Bandung sandy beach. The Beach Units are also located right next door to the Sarawak Cultural Village, Kuching where the famous Rainforest World Music Festival is held each year.

Many of the beach units offer lush rainforest views or are directly facing the breath-taking South China Sea.

What are the Damai Beach Resort Clifftop Villas like?

In the upper hilltop area of the Damai Beach Resort, accessed by a private road are a number of luxury units, a day spa and a spectacular cliff-top pool.

We fell in love with our Damai Beach Resort Clifftop Villa. It’s stunning views across to the lush rainforest hills plunging down to the sea made it hard to leave it every day to attend the music festival!

Our Damai Beach Resort Clifftop Villa room

Our room was entered via a generously sized hallway.

Inside was a comfortable queen size bed plus a trundle bed. The living area was very spacious, with plenty of room for our family of three to spread out. There was ample storage with a desk, wardrobes and countertops through out.

The main room had double doors leading to a large balcony with incredible views out to across the resort to the mountain and out to sea.

A flat screen tv was a feature of the room, as well as a safe inside the wardrobe, plus tea and coffee making facilities.

We had a large, modern ensuite bathroom adjoining the main room. Inside was an excellent shower, toilet and a large vanity with mirror. A selection of toiletries were supplied and the towels were thick and soft.

Our rooms were serviced regularly and kept spotless and restocked during the length of our stay.

The Damai Beach Resort clifftop swimming pool

The Clifftop Villas also feature a clifftop swimming pool – one of the most beautiful swimming pools we’ve ever had the pleasure to swim in.

We often had this gorgeous pool to ourselves, and enjoyed spending time on the deluxe poolside lounges or swimming underneath the waterfall. A pool attendant was at a beach hut and supplied towels for the pool.

With the balmy Sarawak temperatures, swimming offers a lovely cooling activity. With this amazing pool there was also the added bonus of gazing out at the incredible sea views and stunning Mount Santubong!

Our Damai Beach Resort hilltop apartment was family holiday heaven!

Resort Shuttle Buses on call

A private road leads to the upper clifftop villa area of the Damai Beach Resort. Whilst you can choose to walk down a set of stairs to the main area of the Damai Beach Resort, Hilltop Shuttle Bus Service will convey you up or down at the press of a call button. It’s a very quick and simple matter to be whisked down the restaurant for dinner or the beach for some fun activities or a swim.

Come for a ride in the Damai Beach Hilltop Villas Shuttle Bus with us!

Watch this quick video to see how you transfer from the lower Damai Beach Resort main reception building to the cliff top villas area.

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What activities are there to do at Damai Beach?

In addition to the two resort pools, ocean swimming is of course very popular at Damai Beach Resort! There are also various paid activities on Teluk Bandung beach offered. These include beach ball games, riding four wheelers and jet skis and more!

What day trips are available from Damai Beach Resort?

A short drive away from the Damai Lodge you will find the Damai Golf & Country Club. In the opposite direction you can venture out on an adventurous jungle trek in the rainforest of beautiful Mount Santubong.

A 50 minute drive away is the Bako National Park. This beautiful area makes the perfect day trip from Damai Beach Resort as it offers many native species of flora and fauna, including endangered Proboscis Monkeys in the wild! Read about our day trip to Bako National Park to see Proboscis Monkeys, hike and boat to the sea stacks here.

The Damai Beach Resort is indeed world-class accommodation in paradise! With a huge variety of activities and attractions, plus sumptuous resort options Damai Beach Resort in Sarawak truly is a gorgeous Malaysian holiday destination.

Where can I buy Rainforest World Music Festival 2024 tickets online?

We always buy our online tickets using Klook – an official ticket reseller of Rainforest Music Festival tickets! Tickets for the Rainforest World Music Festival 2024 will go on sale around April 2024.

Go to Klook to buy discounted Rainforest World Music Festival 2024 tickets online

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If you thought your fun music festival days were behind you now that you have children – think again! My family recently had the pleasure of attending the Rainforest World Music Festival 2023 (also known as the RWMF) and both my kids and I all agreed it was a fantastic holiday – we can’t wait to attend the Rainforest World Music Festival 2024!

What is the Rainforest World Music Festival?

The Rainforest World Music Festival is a celebration and coming together of the world’s different music and cultures in a beautiful natural setting. It draws people to it from all around the world, and is often sold-out.

Combined with cultural presentations, workshops and traditional and contemporary arts and crafts held by day, the Rainforest World Music Festival also showcases an impressive array of delicious world-food stalls representing many countries and nationalities.

This incredibly unique festival is both an amazing event – and a great family holiday destination!

Where can I buy Rainforest World Music Festival tickets online?

We always buy our online tickets using Klook – an official ticket reseller of Rainforest Music Festival tickets! The 2024 Rainforest World Music Festival tickets are expected to go on sale in April 2024.

Go to Klook to buy discounted Rainforest World Music Festival 2024 tickets online

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Are children allowed at the Rainforest World Music Festival?

Yes! Children are allowed to attend the Rainforest World Music Festival.

Rainforest World Music Festival is a family-friendly music festival that welcomes the whole family – and that includes the children!

The kids have a fantastic time playing, learning a new culture including hands on art at workshops plus bopping to the beat of the music at the concerts each night – often with a brightly coloured light-up toy in hand!

Where is the Rainforest World Music Festival held?

The Rainforest World Music Festival is held in Kuching in Sarawak, a state of Malaysia located on the island of Borneo.

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How long does the Rainforest World Music Festival run for?

The Rainforest World Music Festival is held over three days and nights.

Is the Rainforest World Music Festival held in a rainforest?

Yes – or at least, right next to it! The Rainforest World Music Festival is held inside the Sarawak Cultural Village which is located at the foot of the rainforest clad slopes of Mount Santubong in Kuching, Sarawak.

The expansive two-stage concert area is showcased by its lawn amphitheatre, and backs onto a lush rainforest jungle.

Explore Kuching during the day and dance through the night!

Our Sarawak visit days were made up of having fun learning about the local culture at the Sarawak Cultural Village, Kampung Budaya Sarawak , or exploring the local area of Kuching.

Often during the afternoons we would head back to our deluxe accommodation at Damai Beach Resort to take a break at our stunning clifftop villa or go for a swim in the pool before returning to the Sarawak Cultural Village in the evening for all three nights of wonderful music concerts from around the world at the Rainforest World Music Festival.

The Gypsy Kings and Big Mountain

The Rainforest World Music Festival 2023 featured the huge headline acts Gypsy Kings and Big Mountain, plus there was an impressive line up of both local and international bands and performers. You know that you’re going to experience some incredible music acts as the festival attracts top performers from around the world!

Watch Big Mountain at the RWMF!

Watch Big Mountain perform their global smash hit song Baby I Love Your Way at the 2023 Rainforest World Music Festival! The crowd erupted and the atmosphere was electric as soon as they heard the music we all know and love…but they played a little trick on us before starting the number properly! See here for yourself…

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From Russian throat singing to African dance and drum troupes to reggae and rock – the Rainforest World Music Festival has it all!

The family friendly music festival

Best of all, the atmosphere is one of family-friendly fun. The audience atmosphere at the festival was one of enjoyment and relaxation.

Some families spread blankets on the grass lawn and hills surrounding the performance stages. Other concert-goers preferred to dance and sing along with their favourites up front, near the stage.

The music started in the early evening and continued deep into the night, so you could pick and choose if you only wanted to stay for a few hours, or for the entire time.

Festival security and safety

The festival organisation is one of precision with safety in mind. Entry to the festival is controlled via a daily wristband system and security is present.

My family felt completely safe at all times of the day and night in Sirawak, no matter where we were – from the beach at night to the very front of the music concerts dancing and singing along with the other festival attendees!

The Sarawak community is one of warm welcome and friendship.

Sarawak Cultural Village

The Rainforest World Music festival is held in the Sarawak Cultural Village, a wonderful tourist destination all of its own.

We loved exploring the traditional raised and long houses, climbing up the wooden stairways and balancing along the bamboo bridge! There is so much to see and do at the cultural village.

We joined in on some really fun traditional dances, and you can even learn how a dart blow pipe works there!

Festival Workshops

During the day there are all kinds of special workshops you can join in on.

We all loved dance workshops, a drum workshop and a batik painting workshop where my daughters painted some gorgeous souvenir silk paintings we could take home with us. They now hang in pride of place in our home – a very special memento of our wonderful trip.

We beat the Malaysian percussion record!

During the festival there was an organised successful attempt at the Malaysian percussion record.

Everyone was given percussion instruments, or improvised with anything that could make musical rhythm – even water bottles with sand in worked beautifully! The result was a really fun music session of music festival attendees from right around the world making beautiful, rhythmic music together. We were so proud to be a part of it!

Delicious food from around the world

There was a huge range of international food choices at the Rainforest Festival. This was indeed Foodie heaven!

Every food you could possibly imagine was on sale – from exotic fresh fruits to delicious fried food and a huge range of drinks.

You can find every food your heart desires inside the huge food pavilion, and also dotted all around the festival grounds.

Delicious Malaysian dishes and other traditional Borneo delicacies soon became our new favourites, including red bean pancakes and fried-coral mushrooms!

Where can I stay for the Rainforest World Music Festival?

Like any trip, accommodation is a big part of it. There are many different hotel and luxury resort options in Sarawak, Borneo. We stayed close by in a beautiful beachside hotel, Damai Beach Resort.

The Damai Beach Resort – Kuching accommodation

We loved staying close to the Rainforest World Music Festival in our luxurious clifftop villa at the Damai Beach Resort. Located right next door, the Damai Beach Resort is a mere five minutes stroll away from the Rainforest Music Festival.

You can book a room at the Damai Beach Resort and read all about it in our Damai Beach Resort review here.

Cove 55 hotel – Kuching luxury accommodation

One evening in Sarawak we also went on an evening excursion to the stunning Cove 55 boutique hotel. Set against the backdrop of the stunning Mount Santubong, Cove 55 offers elegant and exclusive Sarawak accommodation options.

There we enjoyed tropical cocktails and delicate hors d’oeuvres as we watched the sun sink into the South China Sea, marvelling at the beautiful infinity pool and over-water accommodation.

Cove55 is another excellent Kuching accommodation option for the luxury accommodation vacationer. You can book or check availability for Cove 55 accommodation here.

Kuching day trips – Bako National Park

Whist we attended the Rainforest World Music Festival we took an exciting day trip to visit the incredible Bako National Park. You can read all about our visit which included witnessing lots of wildlife, including the endangered Proboscis Monkeys in our Bako National Park feature here.

The Rainforest World Music Festival of 2023 was a huge success. My family all loved it so much we’re already planning our visit for the next Rainforest World Music Festival in 2024.

Find out more about the Rainforest World Music Festival at the official website here.

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There are few events where you can not only have a lot of fun learning about a beautiful cultures and international music, but you can also relax at a gorgeous beach front resort and visit a world-class national park all in the same place.

Stunning Kuching in Sarawak, Malaysia is a wonderful part of the world for Australian families to visit.

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You may also like to read the following family travel blogs for Kuching, Malaysia…

Day trip to Bako National Park to see Proboscis Monkeys

Damai Beach Resort in Sarawak, Malaysia review here.

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The Let’s Go Mum family partnered with Sarawak Tourism for this trip to Sarawak, Malaysia on the island of Borneo.  As always, all opinions are our own.
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A new Australian family holiday destination

Closer to Australia than Bali, the Cook Islands offer an untouched island paradise of incredible beauty.

We were invited to visit the Cook Islands with Jetstar Australia!

We were so lucky to be invited along on the very first Jetstar Australia flight out of Sydney to the Cook Islands – a brand new Australian holiday destination exclusive to Jetstar airlines!

We got to spend a week on Rarotonga and Aitutaki islands and found that this amazing destination has something for everyone. Both locations offered both incredible natural beauty and tourist activities. It was a wonderful experience that at the end had us vowing to go back again as soon as possible to relive our fun holiday times there!

Jetstar Australia fly to the Cook Islands from Australia

Jetstar Australia recently commenced flying their very exciting new and exclusive route to the Cook Islands. You can now book a direct Jetstar flight from Sydney to Rarotonga, the largest of the Cook Islands.

Where are the Cook Islands? Do I need a visa? Can I use my Australian drivers license?

These are not silly questions! Until now this island paradise has very-much flown under the radar with Aussie travellers.

The Cook Islands are located in the South Pacific, half-way between New Zealand and Hawaii – and you don’t need a Visa to visit – but you do need to provide some other documents. For the answer to these and other quick but essential Cook Island holiday essentials questions, check out our Australian’s essential holiday guide to the Cook Islands!

What is there to do in the Cook Islands?

There’s so much holiday fun to be had in the Cook Islands – your island vacation can be as laid back or crazy-energetic as you like! The Cook Islands are perfectly geared for both relaxation – and for fun! Not just that, they also happen to be super family-friendly, so you can bring the kids along too.

Rarotonga is like one big resort!

Rarotonga is the largest of the Cook Islands, and this is where you will arrive on your Jetstar Australia flight.

A lush, mountainous centre ringed with one main road hugging its stunning coastline, Rarotonga takes less than 45 minutes to circumnavigate by car. With its gorgeous beaches and reef-protected blue lagoon teeming with sea life, Rarotonga is a true island paradise!

Ariki Adventures Sea Scooter Turtle Safari

Our feature activity on Rarotonga was swimming with turtles using sea scooters, a really amazing activity you can enjoy in the Cook Islands. We went on an Ariki Adventures Sea Scooter Turtle Safari, which uses motorised sea scooters to tow you around.

You can read all about our Ariki Adventures Sea Scooter Turtle Safari here.

Aitutaki – the island with the world-famous blue lagoon

Aitutaki is another beautiful Cook Island, perhaps best known for its stunningly blue lagoon – and it’s super-easy to get to!

How do you get to Aitutaki?

You can quickly access Aitutaki in less than an hour via a short hop flight from Rarotonga International Airport.

Within the Aitutaki lagoon you’ll discover crystal clear water, deserted tropical islands, massive tropical fish, two types of turtles, nesting rare sea birds and so much more.

Aitutaki’s lagoon is so blue and beautiful it’s been used for the Survivor TV show and even Sports Illustrated model shoots!

Our feature activity on Aitutaki was a Wet N Wild cruise.

Aitutaki Wet N Wild cruise

Wet and Wild cruise, as the name suggests, is not your average kick-back and watch the world go by cruise! The Wet N Wild cruise is an action-packed cruise with lots of opportunities to take part in really fun activities such as snorkeling, swimming and much more. You can read all about our Wet N Wild cruise on our review here.

Where can you swim with whales?

Believe it or not, you can also swim with whales at Aitutaki! Wet and Wild Aitutaki offer this experience outside of the Aitutaki Lagoon. This year swimming with Humpback whales commenced in June. (We didn’t have time to swim with whales on this trip, but maybe next time so that we can tell you what it’s like first-hand!)

Snorkeling in the lagoons

Snorkeling is a really fun activity in the Cook Islands and is great even for little kids thanks to the large shallow lagoon areas surrounding the islands.

Both of the island resorts we stayed at (see below) supplied free snorkel gear and in Aitutaki there were even canoes and sup boards available for free, too. Both beach resorts had amazing snorkeling available directly off their beachfront. It’s a simple as walking out of your door….and into the ocean!

Where can you eat in the Cook Islands?

Your beach resort will most probably have a great restaurant like ours did, but if you want to sample different locations around the Cook Islands there’s plenty of options to pick from! With over 100 cafes and restaurants in Rarotonga alone, you’ll be spoilt for choice every night of your holiday.

We even spent one evening fine-dining in a restaurant literally right on the beach with the sand between our toes! Another night we ate at a beach restaurant with an incredible sunset to entertain us – along with a live island band. The Cook Island restaurant food we experienced was always fresh and delicious. This is holiday food at its finest – you definitely won’t go hungry in the Cook Islands!

Don’t miss: Ika mata

Ika mata is a very popular dish in the Cook Islands made from raw fish (often tuna) marinated in the traditional way with lime and coconut mik, served with raw vegetables.

Transportation – how to get around the Cook Islands

There are several different ways to get around the Cook Islands.

At the airports you’ll find taxis for hire, motor scooters and hire cars.

The larger resorts on the islands supply a minivan pick up service. So you can just let them do all the driving if you like (which is not much – Rarotonga only takes around 45 minutes to circumnavigate, and Aitutaki is even smaller),

Does Rarotonga have public transport?

Yes, there are regular public bus services you can pay to use.

Does the Cook Islands have hire car rentals?

Yes. The Cook Islands has rental car companies. We had hire cars in both Rarotonga and Aitutaki, which can be very handy to get around in.

The Cook Island hire cars are mostly small or compact, which makes them easy to park and drive around the flat, narrow roads.

With just one main circular coastal road on both the Raratonga and Aitutaki islands it would be hard to get lost. Even the local bus service direction signs are simply, “Clockwise”!

Why did the chicken cross the road?

Chickens roam wild in the Cook Islands, and you’ll often see a friendly well-fed cat or dog going for a swim or sunning itself by the road in Rarotonga and cats in Aitutaki. You do need to keep an eye out for them if you’re driving, however luckily the speed limit is only 30kph in the town and 50kph elsewhere. The local animals seem to live in symbiosis with the traffic – or at least, they think they do!

Does the Cook Islands have WIFI?

Yes. The Cook Islands does have WIFI, however it can be more expensive and slower than by Australian standards.

Telstra doesn’t include the Cook Islands as a top roaming country, so will charge you high roaming fees. (Think $3 per MB).

The best option is to purchase a Cook Islands SIM card. VODAPHONE sim cards are available at the airport – the going rate is around $50 NZD for 5GB. Most resorts offer WIFI for comparable prices. Free WIFI is usually not the default option around the islands.

Cook Islands accommodation options

There is a huge range of island accommodation for all budgets in the Cook Islands. We stayed in family-friendly, mid-budget resorts during our stay – and loved them! From the tropical breakfasts to the open-sided restaurants with beach-front views and resort swimming pools, they were everything we could have needed, and more. But don’t worry – there certainly are adults-only resorts too if you’re really wanting to get away from it all – or for a kid-free getaway!

Where can you stay in Raratonga?

Edgewater Resort and Spa

In Raratonga we stayed at the family-friendly Edgewater Resort and Spa in a luxury beachfront villa. You can read all about our stay in our Edgewater Resort and Spa review here, or check for the best Edgewater Resort rates on Tripadvisor here

Where can you stay in Aitutaki?

Tamanu Beach Resort

In Aitutaki we stayed at the beautiful Tamanu Beach Resort in a private bungalow. You can read all about our stay in our Tamanu Beach Resort review here or check for the best Tamanu Beach Resort rates on Tripadvisor here

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Which is the best airline to fly to the Cook Islands from Australia?

Jetstar Australia

Check for the cheapest Jetstar Cook Island fares here

Jetstar Australia are the only airline that fly from Australia to the Cook Islands. They offer cheap fares from Sydney to Rarotonga three times a week – check their website for their low Cook Island fares and frequent sales. See Jetstar Australia’s cheap Cook Island flights here

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This gorgeous waterfront resort offers snorkeling right at your door and has both family and adults only options

Where can you stay in Aitutaki?

Tamanu Beach Resort

In Aitutaki we stayed at the beautiful Tamanu Beach Resort, located just ten minutes drive from the Aitutaki Airport.

This lovely absolute waterfront resort offers individual private bungalow accommodation.

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An adults-only resort and a family resort

The resort is split into two halves – one side is for family bungalows and one side is for adults only bungalows. Each side of the resort features its own resort swimming pool.

Although the resort was a decent size, it never felt crowded or noisy. It had a very laid-back, peaceful holiday vibe!

The resort restaurant

The Tamanu Beach Resort features a large central restaurant which offers hearty cooked breakfasts with a tropical buffet.

A la carte dining with both Polynesian style and western options are offered for both lunch and dinner.

There are also regular island nights offered, when you can enjoy an entertaining local island music and dance show with dinner!

Our family bungalow

Upon entering for the first time, we found gorgeous thatch-roof family bungalow decorated with lovely local blooms in every room.

The bungalow featured a large main bedroom, an elegant ensuite with an outdoor shower courtyard off of it and a large lounge and living area.

Outside a verandah held a lounge and a table and was a lovely spot to relax in the mornings or afternoons.

Private bungalow features

The bungalow’s size meant there was plenty of room to move and it was a great place for our family to spread out and relax. Features included climate control air conditioning, and there were plenty of extra little luxuries such as a capsule coffee machine and refrigerator which all made our stay even more comfortable.

Our bungalow’s ensuite featured a large double shower and double vanities, and there were ample large, fluffy bath towels. The outside courtyard with a separate gate entrance and shower was an added bonus, perfect for washing off sand and hanging out wet swimming costumes and towels!

We loved the privacy and space of our bungalow, and it made a very comfortable and convenient base for our Aitutaki stay.

The resort swimming pools

Our bungalow looked out to the family swimming pool, and we loved to take a swim in it in the evenings, because we loved to snorkel in the lagoon from the resort’s beach during the day.

Free beach equipment

You can snorkel, canoe or just swim off the beautiful Tamanu Beach Resort beach. The crystal-clear water was filled with tropical fish. The resort supplies free snorkels to use, plus there are kayaks and stand-up paddle (sup) boards available for guests to use for free.

The white sandy resort beach is lined with palm trees. There is a floating pontoon out in the water to swim or wade to, to sunbathe on. No reef shoes are required, plus the water has an expansive shallow area which is suitable for children, or those who are not confident swimmers.

We spent a couple of very happy hours one afternoon just snorkeling in the shallow water to watching the colourful fish and relaxing together on the pontoon.

It’s all just steps away from your private bungalow.

Check for the best Tamanu Beach Resort rates on Tripadvisor here

Things to do in Aitutaki – the Wet N Wild cruise

Whilst we were in Aitutaki we went on a Wet N Wild cruise which gave us the opportunity to snorkel, swim and much more in the gorgeous Aitutaki Lagoon. You can read all about our Wet N Wild cruise on our review here.

How do you get to Aitutaki?

You can quickly access Aitutaki in less than an hour via an Air Rarotonga flight out of Rarotonga International Airport.

Which airline flies to the Cook Islands from Australia?

We were invited to fly with Jetstar Australia to fly from Australia to the Cook Islands See Jetstar Australia’s cheap Cook Island flights here

Jetstar Australia offer cheap fares to the Cook Islands three times a week – check their website for their low Cook Island fares and frequent sales.

Tamanu Beach Resort important info

Resort name: Tamanu Beach Resort

Address: Main Road, Aitutaki, Cook Islands

Phone no.: +682 31 810

Email address: reservations@tamanubeach.com

For bookings: Check for the best Tamanu Beach Resort rates on Tripadvisor here

You may also enjoy reading our Cook Islands holiday planning feature here and our An Australian’s essential holiday guide to the Cook Islands here.

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