G'day, Steve and Suzanne, and a very warm welcome to planDisney! I'm so excited to hear that you're thinking of visiting the Happiest Place on Earth. It's been such a special place for me and my family where we've made lasting memories together, immersed in the magic and wonder!
Thank you for this great question about the designated theme park entrance into California Adventure Park, only for Guests staying at
Pixar Place Hotel! This special entrance is right across the street from the hotel, a leisurely five-minute walk through a very peaceful pathway. Feel free to use this entrance (and exit) anytime it's open during park hours, and especially for Early Entry.
On California Adventure Park Early Entry days, the special Pixar Place Hotel Guest entrance should open around 7:30am, according to a Cast Member I spoke to. I would plan to arrive at least 30 minutes earlier than that, however, to get in line and through security, so you can take advantage of that glorious Early Entry into the park!
If you do end up staying at Pixar Place Hotel, you'll definitely want to take advantage of
Early Entry, which allows Disneyland Resort Hotel Guests (you!) into one of the two parks each day 30 minutes prior to official park opening. Enjoy super low wait times on your highest priority attractions!
Make your park reservations for Disneyland Park on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays and California Adventure Park on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, to take advantage of this perk.
I'm so thrilled you have a special visit to the Happiest Place on Earth in the works, Steve and Suzanne! And the Pixar Place Hotel would be a lovely choice as you'll adore the whimsical artistry throughout the hotel and perhaps even have the chance to hear Joe Gardner from "Soul" tickling the ivories or meet Bing Bong in the lobby. Many magical moments to be had here, for sure.
If any other questions come up in your planning, please don't hesitate
to ask me! I'd love to share more of my tips and recommendations for a truly magical time in Disneyland. For example, if you come in June of this year, you'll be able to experience
Disneyland's 70th Celebration! I could not be more excited for this amazing moment in history, with limited-time entertainment, including the return of fan-favorite
Paint the Night Parade to be coming down Main Street very soon!
So much to look forward to, Steve and Suzanne. All the best to you both!
Warmest wishes,
McCayla