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  • On Sep 16, 2026
    David from CA Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    I have a 7:00am reservation for Storytellers Cafe soon, and will be staying off property on Katella. Will I be able get into the Grand California before 7:00?

    Greetings David!  How exciting that your trip to the "Happiest Place on Earth" is coming up so soon.

    Breakfast at Storytellers Cafe sounds like the perfect way to begin a magical day!  Since your dining reservation is right at 7:00 AM, I recommend walking from your hotel or utilizing a rideshare service to enter the main entrance of Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa.  Since you will not have a hotel reservation, you will need to show your dining reservation for Storytellers Cafe to be allowed entrance onto the hotel property at the main entrance from the street.  

    After you enjoy meeting your favorite Disney pals and enjoying the delicious breakfast buffet (don't skip the omelet station!), I highly recommend stopping in the Acorns Gifts & Goods shop on your way out.  I've found some of my favorite souvenirs at that shop!  We also love to just slow down, and enjoy the ambiance of the beautiful hotel lobby, especially by the fireplace.  

    I'm wishing you and your family a magical visit, David!  If we can help with any other questions, don't hesitate to come back to planDisney.

    Have a magical day!
    Melissa
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Meet the Panelist: Melissa, Illinois

Hello friends!  I'm Melissa, a lifetime Disney fanatic from Illinois.  My husband and I have enjoyed the Disney Parks since our younger years and it's even more special for us now to share with our two young children.  The Disneyland Resort is truly our Happiest Place on Earth, and I cannot wait to help make the trip for your family the most magical! Learn More About Melissa

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