Hi there, Pam!
Welcome to the Disney Parks Moms Panel. You are going to have such a magical stay at the beachside-themed
Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel. This hotel boasts some amazing features like an impressive rooftop pool and slide as well as great dining.
I'm happy to let you know that you are welcome to check in to this as well as any other Disneyland Resort Hotel as early as you wish when you arrive even if your room is not quite ready. You will be given a room key card and will be sent a text with your room number when it becomes available. In the meantime you can always store your luggage safely at the hotel's Bell Services desk. Rooms are usually available starting at 3:00 PM. I often check in very early in the morning so I can take advantage of my first
Extra Magic Hour benefit as a Disneyland Resort Hotel Guest. Once you check in and get your room key card, just show this when you enter either Disneyland Park or Disney California Adventure Park (whichever is offering an Extra Magic Hour that day) to gain one extra hour of park time! It's the best time to experience the parks with fewer Guests and your favorite attractions with little to no wait time.
Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel offers an amazing Character breakfast experience in
Disney's PCH Grill at Donald Duck's Seaside Breakfast. Enjoy a wave of flavors at this buffet featuring favorites like chicken and waffles, build-your-own-parfaits, eggs benedict, and of course Mickey waffles.
I hope this helps, and please return if you have any other questions as you plan your Fantasmic vacation!
-Jennifer