Happiest Greetings on Earth, Sarah! Thank you so much for coming to planDisney with your vacation planning questions and I'll be delighted to get you some answers.
I love that you are considering booking a
poolside cabana during your upcoming Disneyland Resort vacation. I can't think of a better way to celebrate the start of summer! Since it sounds like you have had prior experience booking a poolside cabana experience, I'll briefly summarize the booking process. You'll want to call hotel
Guest Services at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa (select option '5') and request the date and time of your reservation, along with a valid credit card at the time of booking. This will only be charged in the event of a no-show, and as you might already be aware, reservations are subject to change or cancellation due to inclement weather.
Sarah, pricing for half-day and full-day cabana rentals can change depending on the season, so I would recommend calling to speak with a Cast Member directly to get a quote that is most accurate for your visit dates. The
cabana rentals have the same benefits whether you choose to book for a half-day or full-day rental: lounge seating for 6, cable television and a safe for your belongings, a complimentary fruit platter and water bottles, dedicated towel service, and a friendly cabana server to help place your food and beverage orders. When my family rented a poolside cabana at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa last year, we found that the price of the full-day reservation was less than twice the cost of a half-day rental, so our group found enough value to move forward with a full day of fun in the sun (or shade)! It made for a lovely rest day in the middle of our trip, and my kids still talk about it as one of their favorite family vacation moments!
I hope this is a helpful start, Sarah. I hope you'll feel welcome to come back to
planDisney if we can offer any other advice as you continue planning your upcoming visit. In the meantime,
just keep swimming!
Wishing you magic, always!
Tishra