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5 Reasons Large Families Love Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

Guests with large families will absolutely fall in love with Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. Actually, families of all sizes will absolutely fall in love with this gorgeous hotel at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California.

Accommodations for Large Families

The suites at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa can accommodate up to thirteen guests. Yes, thirteen! Together! There are 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom suites at this resort, plus additional Signature Suites with special themes to accommodate up to 13 guests.

Signature Suites

There are three different themes to the Signature Suites: Arcadia, Arroyo and El Capitan:

  • Arcadia Suites come with 1-, 2- or 3-bedrooms and sleep up to 11 guests.
  • Arroyo Suites also have 1-, 2- or 3-bedroom options, accommodating a maximum of 13 guests.
  • El Capitan Suites are 1-bedroom or 2-bedroom units, sleeping up to 9 guests, while the Mount Whitney Suites have 2 or 3 bedrooms, with a maximum of 10 guests.
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The living area in one of the Arcadia-themed Signature Suites at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa.

These signature suites offer a wide range of luxurious amenities to make your stay extra magical. The living area features a 55″ Smart TV for relaxing and watching Disney movies before bed or while the kids eat breakfast before heading out to the park. The spacious bathroom is very well appointed, with a rain shower or bathtub option. Of course, those plush bathrobes are always a favourite feature of any luxury hotel stay.

If you’re traveling with a little one, a Pack ‘n Play can be provided upon request. Turndown service is included (and optional). You’ll find a mini-fridge and wet bar in the suite.

Spectacular Views of Disneyland Resort

The views from Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa are absolutely spectacular. Seventy per cent of the rooms have a view of Paradise Pier in the Downtown Disney area, with the remaining rooms overlooking the pool area, courtyard, or partial views of Disney California Adventure theme park.

Gorgeous views await guests of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

Special Entrance into Disney California Adventure Park

Guests who have hauled multiple kids around theme parks before will be thrilled with how close Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is to Disney California Adventure Park. In fact, there is a special entrance right at the hotel that will take your family into Disney California Adventure Park or Downtown Disney.

Split Bathrooms are Ideal for Families

The rooms and suites at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa have a separate sink, mirror & vanity area outside the main bathroom, which makes it much easier for everyone in the family to get ready for the day ahead or prepare for bed. No more fighting over the bathroom sink.

On-site Laundry Facilities

The only vacation my family has taken when I did laundry was our trip to Walt Disney World. I knew the laundry facilities would be clean, safe, and it would save me having to tackle a whole mountain of laundry upon our return home. Guests at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa can make use of 24-hour laundry facilities. You’ll use your credit or debit card to pay for access to the washers, dryers and soap vending machines, so you don’t have to worry about carrying cash.

In this short video, you’ll take a tour of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa at Disneyland Resort.

There you have it! Five wonderful reasons why your family should choose Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa for your home base the next time you visit Disneyland Resort. With services and amenities to suit any family size, this resort is a perfect fit for all kinds of visitors.

Ready to start planning your family’s next stay at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa? Reach out and let’s get started!

About the Author

Amy Urquhart is a Vacation Specialist, Certified Travel Counsellor and Accredited Cruise Counsellor at Pure Magic Vacations Inc.

Amy lives and works from home in Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada, serving clients across Canada and the United States. She has worked to assist families in travel and hospitality for over twenty years, and has been with Pure Magic Vacations since 2018. New clients are always welcome!