Why hello there Sarah, it's great to welcome you to planDisney!
I think that the only greater feeling then checking in to your
Disney Resort Hotel after taking a voyage out to get here, is discovering that you've got something special waiting for you as you arrive and it sounds like you're definitely trying to surprise someone with a special
Ear Hat or Headband to wear with pride during their Walt Disney World Resort visit! As someone who has made a fair share of online purchases sent directly to wherever I'm staying, you'll be happy to hear that this is absolutely possible - just as long as you make sure you do it carefully with a little bit of advance planning. Here are some Princely pointers from my experience with this to help you out:
- While there aren't any specifics provided on the Disney Store website, it is possible for your Disney Resort Hotel to receive packages sent to them ahead of your stay. It's very important to have the correct mailing address and include the word "Guest" and the arrival date of the person it is addressed to for the best chances of reaching them. (In the past, I have included these in the additional address lines written as "Guest staying 4/2 - 4/9" for example, which has been sufficient enough to work.)
- There is a package handling fee that may be applied by the Front Desk, which was the case when the items we ordered were delivered directly to our room when we arrived.
- Be aware that shipping times can vary and I always recommend placing your order at least a week or two in advance; this can even be longer during busier holiday periods! If you're currently at a Disney Resort Hotel and hoping to have the package arrive while you're still there, select Disney Store items may have the option of "U.S. Next Day Express" or "U.S. 2-Day Express" to choose at checkout at an additional cost.
I hope that this helps Sarah, you might also be interested in placing an order for
In-Room Floral & Gifts which can often arrive very quickly if you're keen on the options that they have available to deliver around Walt Disney World Resort.
Here's hoping that you're able to make a magical moment with the special surprise you're sending!
Prince