Disneys Grand Californian Anaheim

Pros: Great, yet low key, theming, service, cleanliness, private entrance to California Adventure
Cons: 10 minute walk to Disneyland, $12 per day valet parking charge

We stayed at Disney's Grand Californian for two nights in April 2004. We stayed Monday and Tuesday during a slow week so we did not have the crowds that are common to Disney. THE THEME Disney's Grand Californian has an Arts & Crafts style theme ...

Pros: A truly magical hotel.
Cons: Expensive.

In March of 2002, we checked into this hotel. Upon entry we were awestruck by the beautiful 20th century style that has been artistically recreated. The lobby was huge! Part of the lobby included "The great hearth" where a a fire burned 24/7 and a storyt ...

Pros: I would spend the money to stay here if this is a special occasion.
Cons: For the prices they want, it doesn't measure exactly 5 stars.

I stayed a week at the Grand Californian from December 27th, 2004 to January 3, 2005. Yes, I was there for the illustrious New Years Eve. I hadn't been to Disneyland in over 25 years, and I'd never stayed at one of their hotels before. Here are my ...

Pros: Clean, Large, Shopping, Recreational Center, Restaurants, and Location.
Cons: Overall Price.

Through the years I've been to Anaheim, California many, many times and all those times I've stayed at a hotel. The Grand Californian hotel is by far the best I've visited. A few things that you should know before I start this review. I have many ...

Pros: prime location for both parks and just beautiful
Cons: too expensive for most families

My stay here was very short but I plan on going back as soon as I can. Here is a synopsis of my stay and experiences: Parking: There is self parking available but it is across the street from the hotel and could be a hassle if you have a lot of bagg ...

Pros: Location, location!
Cons: Pricing

My family and I won a trip to the Disneyland resort, through Tanger malls. I put in my request for the disneyland hotel, and wouldn't you know it, they booked me for the Grand Californian. I had no idea about this hotel,
so I researched it on the...

Pros: Private entrance into Disney's California Adventure, large & luxurious rooms, beautiful architecture, closest to parks
Cons: Too woodsy, not enough Disney

We stayed in a 2 bedroom suite, concierge room at Grand Californian with great view of Downtown Disney and Parks at about $750/night. The cost was for both bedrooms and concierge service. They were large rooms, beautifully decorated, but we felt like we ...

Pros: Proximity to the parks, artisan feel, well-trained and eager staff, storytime by the fireplace.
Cons: Expensive (as are all Disney hotels), beginning to show age.

I've stayed at many Disney hotels, both in Anaheim and Lake Buena Vista - some with more "Disney Magic" than others. This hotel is a well-themed, well-thought out example of the last hotel built by a great designer (who also did Wilderness Lodge at Walt ...

Pros: Ambiance, convenience, piano played in the Great Hall, pools, luxurious rooms, fine dining
Cons: Pricey, but more affordable with a package; check-in 3 p.m.

We stayed here for five nights in April 2003. I would highly recommend it to all visitors. The hotel is first-class in every detail. The Great Hall is majestic with stunning Arts & Crafts details--my favorites were the lamps! The rooms are very spacious w ...

Pros: Nice Rooms, Pool, Location
Cons: Slow service

In 2002 we stayed here (me and my 2 kids ages 14 and 10). Originally we were staying at the Grand Hyatt, but we booked into the Grand Californian the second we saw it. This hotel was amazing. Right when you walk in the door, you gaze up at the 5 story ...

Pros: conveniant entry to the parks, beautiful hotel, my son loved story time,
Cons: parking structure was too far away, monorail goes through the hotel but does'nt stop there.

the hotel is breathtaking in itself and the park entrance to california adventure is very convenient. the parking for the hotel is a long walk so make sure you dont try to carry too much stuff. we checked in late at night to a unfreindly front desk...