Welcome to planDisney, Stephen!
It sounds like I'm speaking to a fellow Disney planner! Wow, two years in advance is thinking ahead. Good for you. I love planning my Disney vacations as far in advance as possible. Not only does this give me something magical to look forward to, but it helps me to budget for the trip, as well as secure my most coveted dining and hotel reservations.
Stephen, at this time, you can currently make room-only reservations for
Disney Resorts Collection hotels up to 499 days in advance. If the website doesn't give you availability that far out, it might be worth calling
Disney Resort Hotel Reservations and speaking with a Cast Member. However, if you'd like to book a vacation package (that includes theme park tickets), you can typically book those between 365-499 in advance. It also depends on when Disney releases those packages. You can always book a hotel and then upgrade to a vacation package at a later date.
If you're still not sure what Disney Resort to stay at, check out the
Disney Resorts Hotels Pocket Guides on the planDisney website. Also, a few months ago, some of my planDisney pals shared some great information about Disney Resorts on the planDisney podcast.
There are so many amazing
benefits to staying on property, such as Early Theme Park Entry, free and convenient transportation, and total immersion in the Disney magic. I know you're going to have an enchanting time, Stephen. As you plan your trip, please don't hesitate to stop by planDisney again if you have any questions.
See ya real soon!
Mike