Hi there, Catherine! Thanks so much for bringing your question to the Disney Parks Moms Panel! Planning a vacation to the
Disneyland Resort is always an exciting occasion, and I’m thrilled to be a part of planning yours!
I checked with a Cast Member, and was told that 2021 Disneyland Resort
Vacation Packages and
Resort Hotel reservations should be available by the end of August. So, I recommend checking back by mid-July to see if there are any updates on more precise timing. Hopefully we’ll have more information for you soon!
By the way, you've made an excellent hotel selection! The Craftsman-style elegance of
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is simply beautiful. Plus, the easy access into
Disney California Adventure Park is another huge perk. Your 13-year-old grandson is going to love the
three sparkling pools, including the Fountain Pool, Redwood Pool, and Mariposa Pool. My three children love the Redwood Pool, thanks to the 90-foot-long waterslide that curves around the stump of a Redwood tree!
Your grandson will also enjoy the magical movie nights on select evenings. If your grandson is into Disney trivia, he won’t want to miss testing his Disney knowledge with a unique hunt around the Happiest Place on Earth! Pick up a trivia question sheet at the Guest Services desk in the Main Lobby, and then head into the theme parks (theme-park admission is required) to start finding answers. Once he’s done, your grandson can head back to Guest Services to receive a specially-themed prize!
Last but not least, keep your grandson well-fed with the awesome assortment of
dining options at The Grand Californian, including my favorites --
GCH Craftsman Bar and
Napa Rose. The
Waffle-Churro Sundae at GCH Craftsman Bar is a must!
I hope this helps, Catherine. Hopefully we’ll have some more information on 2021 reservations soon!
Wishing you Disney magic,
Kristin