Hey there Grace,
Welcome to planDisney and thanks for stopping by with your question! I'm happy to hear you have a trip coming up in a few months, which includes a stay at my favorite hotel at the Disneyland Resort. It sounds like you're getting an early jump on the planning, which is what we all do here at planDisney as well, so you're in good company!
Ultimately, hotel rooms are subject to availability, so I don't know of any way to guarantee a certain room type or location within the hotel. However, you can certainly indicate your room preferences, and in my experience - especially when it comes to room layout - they should be able to make that happen.
My suggestion would be to
call a Cast Member at the Hotel Reservations line to ask about setting your room type preferences - make sure to have your hotel reservation handy as well. Then, when you arrive for check-in, I'd recommend mentioning it again to the Cast Member you speak with. Depending on room availability, it's possible that it might take a bit longer for that specific type of room to become available, but this is how I've approached similar scenarios in the past and what I'd recommend for you during your trip!
Additionally, if you're starting to think about which attractions and experiences to prioritize, the
Attractions and Entertainment page is a great place to start. It even has a filter to show recommendations when visiting with teens as well! Make sure to also check out
this recent Disney Parks Blog article that covers more details about all the fun that'll be happening around the Disneyland Resort during your visit.
Thanks again for your question, Grace! Have a fantastic visit to the Happiest Place on Earth.
Have a Magical Day,
Greg