Hey there Erica,
Welcome to planDisney and thank you for your question! I'm thrilled to hear you're planning a stay at my personal favorite, the
Disneyland Hotel. There's just nothing that captures the original Disney magic feel quite like this hotel in my opinion.
I'm also happy to report that you're exactly right in your planning around
Early Entry! The Early Entry benefit is available for Guests of
Disneyland Resort Hotels for each day they have a reservation including their check-in day - even if their room isn't quite ready yet.
Therefore, I typically recommend to anyone staying at a Disneyland Resort hotel to arrive early on their check-in day in order to take advantage of this extra time in a park!
Keep in mind that there is a specific park designated to have Early Entry for each day, which you can find on the
Hours & Events Calendar. You'll want to check this once it's available and ensure your
park reservation matches so that you'll be able to take advantage of this perk.
Additionally, make sure to also keep an eye on the
Disney Parks Blog as you get closer to your trip to hear more about all the fun things that'll be happening around the Happiest Place on Earth during your visit.
Thanks again for your question, Erica! I hope you have a wonderful stay at the Disneyland Hotel and a fun time at the Disneyland Resort.
Have a Magical Day,
Greg