Hello, Greg!
Thank you for sending your question to planDisney. I bet you are excited to stay at the new
Pixar Place Hotel, the first Disney hotel to pay tribute to Pixar Animation Studios films! Search for the hidden and not-so-hidden Pixar details throughout the hotel, and keep an eye out for Bing Bong and Joe Gardner who make periodic appearances there. Did you also know that Guests staying at Pixar Place Hotel have their own entrance to Disney California Adventure Park? It takes you directly to Paradise Gardens Park, making it easy to hop on
Toy Story Midway Mania! or the
Incredicoaster. Such a great perk!
The all-new pool deck is a blast, and I can understand wanting to spend a day there with a friend. Only registered Guests can officially use the pools at Pixar Place Hotel. I am sorry! This
policy helps ensure that hotel Guests have access to all pool amenities. Depending on your room configuration and occupancy, you may be able to add the other person to your room reservation as a registered Guest. I recommend speaking with a Cast Member when you arrive at the hotel to explore your options. If that does not work out, perhaps your friend can join you for a meal at
Great Maple Modern American Eatery or
The Sketch Pad Café.
Besides the whimsical theming and extra magic, I love staying at Disneyland Resort hotels because of the
added benefits for hotel Guests, such as
Early Entry. Hotel Guests can enter a designated theme park 30 minutes before park opening every day of their hotel stay to enjoy select attractions, shopping, and dining. Check the
Entertainment Calendar to see which park offers Early Entry during your stay!
Greg, I know this was not quite the news you were hoping for, and I hope you can find some activities to enjoy with your friend. Please reach out to planDisney if you have other questions!
Magic Happens!
Jen