Hey there, hi there, Tyler! Welcome to planDisney! Your magical trip to the Disneyland Resort is coming up in just over a month—are your suitcases packed with dreams and, of course, your favorite Mickey ears?!
Early Entry is truly a great option—think of it as a magical key that unlocks the kingdom a little earlier just for some very special guests. Now, you were wondering if this perk is available for both Disneyland Resort hotel guests and Park Hopper ticket holders. While a Park Hopper lets you hop between parks like a true adventurer, Early Entry is an exclusive benefit reserved just for guests staying at a Disneyland Resort hotel. It allows these guests to enter either Disneyland Park or Disney California Adventure Park 30 minutes early each day of their stay to enjoy select attractions, dining, and shopping locations, even before the parks officially open to everyone else! Think of it as a "happily ever before" to a perfect Disney day.
Now, Tyler, since your trip is just around the riverbend, I'm guessing you might have your hotel reservations sorted. But if not, hold onto your Mickey ears! The Disneyland website often has
special offers, like discounts on hotel stays. When I last peeked, there was a dazzling deal for up to 25% off select stays of four nights or more. Staying at the iconic
Disneyland Hotel, the wonderfully whimsical
Pixar Place Hotel, or the majestic
Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa would grant you that coveted Early Entry you're seeking. Personally, I love staying at the Grand Californian for its direct access to Disney California Adventure Park and the cozy California craftsman theming. If you already have your hotel booked, no worries! It's never too early to start dreaming of your next adventure. The special offers page is a great place to begin plotting your return to the magic!
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Park Hopper ticket, Tyler—it's like having a magic carpet that can whisk you between two enchanting lands! I love the freedom of bouncing between Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. It lets me zoom over to Cars Land for a spin on
Radiator Springs Racers, then zip back to Disneyland Park for a nostalgic journey on
"it's a small world"—all in the same day! Another trick I use is to check the
Disneyland mobile app throughout the day for wait times and show schedules. This helps me maximize my time and minimize waiting in lines. For example, if I see that the wait for
Indiana Jones Adventure is short, I might hop over there even if it wasn't in my original plan. To use your Park Hopper ticket, just make a park reservation for where you'd like your magical day to begin. Once the clock strikes 11 AM, you'll be free to hop on over to the other park and continue your adventure!
Tyler, with your Park Hopper in hand, and these tips in your mind, I hope you're all set for a magical time! If you need anything more before you arrive, just ask away. We're here at planDisney, ready to sprinkle a little extra pixie dust to help make your trip truly wonderful!
Cody