If you’re in the process of planning a magical trip to Disneyland® Paris in France, you’re probably wondering where to stay. Choosing accommodation is one of the most important parts of your break – you’re going to need somewhere fantastic to rest your head after a busy day exploring the theme parks!
We’ve put together this article to give you all the information you need to pick the perfect base for your Disneyland® Paris holiday. From deciding whether to stay on-site or off-site to selecting the facilities you need for your family, here’s our expert advice.
Should I stay on-site or off-site?
Location, location, location – there’s a reason they say it three times! It’s one of the most important aspects of choosing your hotel. At AttractionTickets.com, you’ll notice that Disneyland® Paris accommodation is split into two categories:
- Disneyland® Paris Hotels (also called Disney® Hotels or on-site hotels): those owned and/or managed by Disney
- Disneyland® Paris Area Hotels (also called off-site hotels): nearby hotels
The first decision you need to make when it comes to accommodation at Disneyland® Paris is whether you want to stay on-site at one of the Disney® Hotels or whether you’d like to stay off-site at one of the nearby hotels.
You can’t really go wrong whether you choose on-site accommodation or an off-site hotel. Most Disney® Hotels are within a short walk of the theme parks, giving you that little bit more time to enjoy the attractions, and Disneyland® Paris Area Hotels are also close to the parks and offer less expensive accommodation options. Some of the hotels also provide a free shuttle service between the accommodation and the theme parks, and some are well connected by RER train.
There are over 20 accommodation options available, so you’re spoilt for choice. You can’t really make a bad decision, as all of the accommodation is of a high standard, so it’s just about choosing which one is right for you and your family.
Disneyland® Paris Hotels | Disneyland® Paris Area Hotels |
|---|---|
Disneyland® Hotel | Dream Castle Hotel Paris |
Disney Sequoia Lodge | Holiday Inn Express Marne la Vallee |
Disney Hotel Santa Fe | Ibis budget Marne la Vallee Val d’Europe |
Disney Hotel Cheyenne | Campanile Val de France |
Disney Davy Crockett Ranch | Grand Magic Hotel Marne La Vallée |
Disney Newport Bay Club | Relais Spa Val d’Europe |
Disney Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel | Staycity Aparthotels near Disneyland Paris |
Les Villages Nature® Paris | Hôtel L’Elysée Val d’Europe |
Radisson Blu Hotel Paris, Marne-la-Vallee | |
Marriott Village d’Ile-de-France | |
B&B Hotel Disneyland Paris | |
Explorers Hotel Marne-la-Vallée | |
Aparthotel Adagio Serris Val d’Europe | |
Ki Space Hotel & Spa |
Note: Although Les Villages Nature® Paris is considered an on-site Disney® Hotel, it’s not actually located on-site. It’s around 15 minutes’ drive from the theme parks and offers holiday-village-style accommodation with self-catering apartments plus an incredible water park.
Here are some of the advantages of staying at on-site and off-site hotels:
Benefits of staying on-site | Benefits of staying off-site |
|---|---|
Disney® Hotels are close to the theme parks, almost all of them are within walking distance | Disneyland Paris Area Hotels are usually available at a lower price point and offer fantastic value for money |
You’ll get Extra Magic Time*, giving you access to selected rides in Disneyland® Park and Walt Disney Studios® Park up to 30 minutes before other guests arrive | Many packages include a continental breakfast in the cost |
Enjoy incredible Disney theming and Disney Character meetings | There are rooms suitable for larger families or groups |
Choose your Meal Plan from breakfast-only, half-board, and full-board, so you don’t need to worry about costs, budgets, and finding places to eat | Excellent locations for exploring nearby and popping into Paris |
Hotel and ticket packages for Disneyland® Paris
Did you know that you can combine your hotel booking with your Disneyland® Paris tickets as a package? You can book both on-site and off-site hotels as part of a package with AttractionTickets.com.
Benefits of booking a ticket and hotel package for Disneyland® Paris:
- Good for budgeting: pay a deposit upfront and then spread the cost until the balance is due six weeks before your holiday
- Everything you need in one place: no need to search for multiple booking confirmations or pieces of paper
- Access to special offers: at AttractionTickets.com, we often run special offers with added value
- ABTOT protection: full financial protection from ABTOT (the Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust)
Caron from our Disneyland® Paris Sales Team recommends booking your package early to help with your budgeting: “Book your tickets early and secure them with a deposit so you can chip away at the balance at your convenience!”
As well as tickets and accommodation, you can also add travel by Eurostar to your Disneyland® Paris package. Costs for this need to be paid upfront, but this means you don’t need to arrange your travel to Paris separately.
How much does it cost to stay at Disneyland® Paris?
The cost of staying at Disneyland® Paris differs depending on several factors, including which hotel you choose and when you travel. Weekends, school holidays, and Christmas tend to be more expensive, so if you want to save, try to travel outside of these times if you can.
You can choose from luxurious hotels like the Disneyland® Hotel, where you can live like Disney Royalty in the signature suites inspired by Disney fairy tales and enjoy views over Disneyland® Park.
If you’re travelling on more of a budget, then you can book a more basic hotel such as the Ibis budget Marne la Vallee Val d’Europe.
The cost will also depend on the room type you choose. Most hotels at Disneyland® Paris offer standard rooms (called Superior Rooms in some hotels), which are cheaper, and then suites or specially-themed rooms which tend to be more expensive.
Disneyland® Paris Area Hotels tend to be cheaper than the Disney® Hotels.
Top tip: Have a budget in mind before you book your hotel for Disneyland® Paris, and try to stick to this. Decide this based on what you’re willing to spend out of your overall holiday budget. This will help you to decide what sort of accommodation you can comfortably afford.
Facilities to consider at your Disneyland® Paris accommodation
As well as location, you’ll need to consider what facilities you’ll need during your stay in Paris. From swimming pools to self-catering kitchens, each hotel offers something slightly different.
If you’re planning to spend some of your time in the hotel during your trip, then look out for additional facilities. If you’re just going to sleep there and nothing else, then one of the more basic accommodation options will be suitable for you.
It’s a good idea to try to plan a bit of downtime during your trip so you can chill out. However, there is a lot to see in the Disney® Parks so you might just not have time!
Should I choose a self-catering apartment or a hotel?
Whether you choose a self-catering apartment or a hotel will depend on your budget and whether you’re planning to eat out during your trip.
Reasons to choose self-catering accommodation | Reasons to choose a hotel |
|---|---|
Save money on eating out by preparing your own meals | You don’t need to cook – you are on holiday after all! |
Good for fussy eaters or people with serious allergies | Breakfast is sometimes included in the room rate |
Feels like a “home from home” | No need for cleaning |
Can be cheaper than staying in a hotel |
What is an aparthotel?
An aparthotel or apartment hotel is pretty much exactly what you’d expect – a combination of all the best bits of apartments and hotels.
Aparthotels usually have the amenities of an apartment, including additional living space and kitchen facilities, but with the convenience of a hotel. They’ll usually have housekeeping, reception, and amenities like gyms or swimming pools.
Accommodation with self-catering facilities at Disneyland® Paris
These hotels offer rooms with self-catering facilities so you can prepare your own meals:
- Les Villages Nature® Paris
- Disney Davy Crockett Ranch
- Staycity Aparthotels near Disneyland Paris
- Ki Space Hotel & Spa
- Aparthotel Adagio Serris Val d’Europe
- Marriott Village d’Ile-de-France
Hotels with swimming pools at Disneyland® Paris
Sometimes a holiday doesn’t feel like a holiday without a swimming pool! Having a pool is a good way to keep the kids occupied when you’re not in the parks or to get your lengths in if you’re keeping fit. It’s a good way to spend your downtime.
Here’s where you’ll find swimming pools at the Disney® Hotels and the Disneyland® Paris Area Hotels:
Disney® Hotels with swimming pools | Disneyland® Paris Area Hotels with swimming pools |
|---|---|
Disney Sequoia Lodge | Dream Castle Hotel Paris |
Disney Davy Crockett Ranch | Grand Magic Hotel Marne la Vallée |
Les Villages Nature® Paris | Relais Spa Val d’Europe |
Disney Newport Bay Club | Staycity Aparthotels near Disneyland Paris |
Disney Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel | Radisson Blu Hotel Paris, Marne-la-Vallee |
Disneyland® Hotel | Marriott Village d’Ile-de-France |
Explorers Hotel Marne-la-Vallée | |
Aparthotel Adagio Serris Val d’Europe | |
Ki Space Hotel & Spa |
And it’s not just swimming pools! Les Villages Nature® Paris has a water park on-site for you to enjoy some splashing good fun!
Some of the hotels like Ki Space Hotel & Spa and Relais Spa Val d’Europe have additional spa facilities which are ideal for relaxing after a busy day in the parks.
Theming
If you and your family are huge Disney fans, then choosing a hotel at Disneyland® Paris with some magical theming is a must! The Disneyland® Paris Hotels all have immersive theming. From staying on a Toy Story-style ranch at Disney Hotel Cheyenne to living like a superhero at Disney Hotel New York® - The Art of Marvel, there’s something for everyone.
Some of the Disneyland® Paris Area Hotels also have theming, including the adventurous Explorers Hotel Marne-la-Vallée and the whimsical Grand Magic Hotel Marne La Vallée.
Now that you’ve got all the information you need to choose the ideal accommodation for your magical holiday to Disneyland® Paris, it’s time to start planning. All of our Disneyland® Paris hotel options can be booked for a deposit of just £25 per booking. For more information, give our dedicated Disneyland® Paris team a call on 0800 223 0324 – what they don’t know about Disneyland® Paris isn’t worth knowing!
* Access to one or more Disney Parks before official opening time. The time and duration of the Extra Magic Time may vary, as may the Disney Parks in which it applies.
