Hotels Archive
“How much does a night inside Cinderella Castle Suite cost?” That’s a surprisingly common question from readers who have seen photos from inside Walt Disney World’s most lavish “hotel” room. This answers that, with the sale price a rare 1-night stay in Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Castle Suite. We’ll cover how this room works and is
Grand Nikko Tokyo Bay Maihama is an official hotel within walking distance of Tokyo Disneyland and near Tokyo DisneySea on the monorail loop. This resort review features room photos and our overall recommendation on whether you should stay at this hotel. (Updated January 15, 2023.) This is typically not one of the cheaper options at
It’s time for another update from Animal Kingdom Lodge, which is the only resort at Walt Disney World with a major addition to its holiday offerings. We’ll take a look at the savanna woodland critter Christmas creations, egg-citing ostrich ornaments, and major menu updates to several restaurants at AKL. Buckle up, because it’s going to
Need help choosing where to stay while planning your 2023 Walt Disney World vacations? How about we start by narrowing down which accommodations NOT to book, with a rundown of the worst 5 resorts for 2023, including a few hotels that we normally love–and one big time fan favorite! What makes this list of the
This post reviews Kilimanjaro Club, the concierge level at Animal Kingdom Lodge in Walt Disney World. We detail our experience here, with photos and thoughts on the lounge food and other amenities offered in Jambo House. If any hotel at Walt Disney World is begging for the Club Level experience, it might be Animal Kingdom
With dozens of resorts from which to choose, picking the best hotel for your Walt Disney World vacation can be a daunting task. That’s why we’ve assembled this list of the top 5 hotels for 2023, which covers the hot accommodations next year. It includes everything from familiar fan favorites to sleeper picks that normally
I still remember the first time I stepped foot in Radiator Springs. It was over a decade ago, but it’s so vivid in my mind that it feels like yesterday. Walking down Route 66 was like entering the set of Cars…if computer animated Pixar movies had sets. From the glow of the oversaturated neon signs bathing
Animal Kingdom Lodge – Jambo House is one of the latest resort room reimaginings, with the hotel rooms recently redesigned. This was one that had us concerned, as AKL is an exemplar of themed design, and the old rooms continued Imagineering’s great work that can be found throughout the rest of the hotel. Despite this,
Gran Destino and Contemporary Resort are Walt Disney World’s two tower hotels. While very different in some ways, they also have a lot in common and suit some similar vacation goals. In this post, we’ll compare and contrast the accommodations, crowning a champion in several categories including theme/decor, rooms, dining, transportation, pools, and cost. Of
Wondering if Veranda Club Level at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is worth the money? Our review of the most expensive concierge hotel option at Disneyland Resort covers our experience with this lounge, with photos and thoughts on the food, resort amenities, service and strategy for taking advantage of the premium perks. As background,
Which Walt Disney World Moderate Resort hotel is best? It’s a common question among vacation planners, and unlike Value Resorts, it’s difficult to answer. Coronado Springs, Caribbean Beach, Port Orleans Riverside & French Quarter each have strengths & weaknesses, and our “worst” might be your “best.” (Updated November 6, 2022.) With that said, we’re going
