Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel, located near Disney’s California Adventure and Disneyland Park in California, is a luxury resort with DVC accommodations. This resort is within walking distance to California Adventure, and is home to incredible villas, dining, entertainment, and great amenities. Guests of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel will find themselves at home with the comforts of DVC. This resort is inspired by California and its wilderness, alongside its charm and luxury. If you are thinking of staying DVC during your next vacation to Disneyland then join us as we explore what this fantastic resort has to offer.
Villas
DVC accommodations at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel include deluxe studios sleeping up to 4 adults, 1-bedroom villas sleeping up to 5, 2-bedroom villas sleeping up to 9, and 3-bedroom grand villas sleeping up to 12. These villas are spacious, with the multi-bedroom villas containing balconies and theme park views. The multi-bedroom villas also contain full kitchens as well as washers and dryers. These villas are great for large families, or for those who wish for extra space when they are traveling.
Dining
Napa Rose- For breakfast, Napa Rose becomes a princess-fan’s dream with a 3-course meal with the Disney princesses themselves. This feast is fit for royalty, as guests dine on breakfast deviled eggs, braised short ribs, and more. For dinner, Napa Rose becomes a Disney Signature Dining Experience serving upscale Californian fare in a prix fixe four course meal.
Storytellers Cafe- For breakfast and brunch, Storytellers Cafe serves a buffet full of classic favorites while Mickey and his pals walk around the dining room to meet and greet guests. Characters do not appear during dinner, but a delicious buffet serving carved meats and other delights is available for your enjoyment.
Hearthstone Lounge- This cozy lounge serves charcuterie, French Onion Soup, chicken sandwiches, and other delights alongside cocktails and mocktails. Food and beverages are served at Hearthstone Lounge until 12am.
GCH Craftsman Grill– This quick-service restaurant serves grab ‘n go favorites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, perfect for when you are on your way to enjoy the Disney parks.
GCH Craftsman Bar– This bar adjacent to GCH Craftsman Grill serves various alcoholic beverages and nonalcoholic specialty beverages.
Pools
Fountain Pool- Located next to Storyteller’s Cafe, The Fountain Pool is a serene pool that is perfect for a quiet and leisurely swim.
Redwood Pool- The lively Redwood Pool features a 90 foot-long waterslide twisting around a Redwood tree. This pool also features a Mickey Mouse children’s pool and whirlpool hot tub.
Mariposa Pool- Decorative butterflies surround the Mariposa Pool. A whirlpool spa is nearby, as well as private poolside cabanas for rent.
Recreation
Guests can book spa services at Tenaya Stone Spa and relax and unwind during their busy Disney vacation. Guests can enjoy massages, facials, hair and nail treatments, and other body treatments at Tenaya Stone Spa.
Other recreational activities include movie nights, fitness classes, and seasonal events.
Amenities
Guests staying at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel can enjoy a hotel entrance to Disney’s California Adventure Park, as well as close proximity to Downtown Disney. Guests can also enjoy early theme park entry to both Disneyland and California Adventure.
Featured Photo: Emily Murray.
Written by
Megan Woodard
Contributing Writer
Megan was born into a Disney family. Her first trip to Disney World was when she was only 18 months old. Now as an adult, Megan loves to share the magic of Disney with her two toddlers. Keeping up with Disney news and Disney World knowledge is a fun hobby for Megan. Disney World is her favorite place to be and continuously brings back her childhood joy.
