Pixar Place Hotel
at Disneyland Resort
with
Mom Approved Travel
Stay in the Magic - Pixar Place Hotel at the Disneyland Resort
Pixar Place Hotel is the very first hotel in the world that solely celebrates Pixar animation Studios. Pixar has been a part of Disney film and animation history for decades, and the opening of Pixar Pier Hotel in Disneyland Resort beautifully celebrates the incredible stories, wonder, and artistry Pixar has brought to life with this one-of-a-kind fully immersive Pixar love letter.
Pixar Place Hotel Location
The lobby of the Pixar Place Hotel at Disneyland
LOCATION
Pixar Place is one of three Disneyland Resort Hotels inside the “Disneyland bubble” at 1717 South Disneyland Drive in Anaheim, California in 92802, the Pixar Place Hotel is considered an on-property Disneyland Resort Hotel and comes with distinctive perks like:
- Early Entry into the theme parks
- Resort charging Privileges
- Preferred access to some dining reservations
- and more
One of our favorite location perks of the Pixar Place Hotel, it has its very own private, dedicated entrance to Disney California Adventure theme park hidden across the street near Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. VIP entrance? That’s Mom Approved.
A hotel room key IS required and you will pass through security and scan your park ticket to access the park. This private entrance will open into the Paradise Garden Park area near The Little Mermaid- Ariel’s Undersea Adventure near the Corn Dog Castle and it makes for a quick getaway back to the hotel after World of Color or a long day at the parks!
HISTORY
A little background for Disney history buffs, the Pixar Place Hotel originally joined the Disneyland Hotel portfolio in 1995 as the Disneyland Pacific Hotel, and was re-themed to Paradise Pier Hotel in 2000 with the opening of Disney California Adventure. We have seen many hotel re-themes before, but this 2024 Pixar Place Hotel opening is not only beautiful, but a thoughtful transformation celebrating the creative and innovative contributions of Pixar. It’s gorgeous.
During the day, the exterior of the hotel is deceivingly plain with a few signature red, yellow and blue highlights, but soon as you near the entrance you will notice an explosion of color. And once you step inside, you step foot into a artful tribute to Pixar’s animation process filled with color. When you walk through the front entry, you will see the larger-than-life iconic Luxo Jr lamp balancing on the Pixar ball. We think the added seating to the lobby is nice and allows a great spot to look up and enjoy the abstract mobile of Pixar characters surrounded by beautiful mosaic walls and awash with natural light.
Art is absolutely everywhere. From the large character art framed by light at the check-in desk, to the display cases throughout featuring concept art, clay models, and iconic characters to the murals on the walls and Easter Eggs hidden throughout the hotel property. There is also a lobby piano, where a real Joe Gardner (from Soul) will play Jazz tunes and an exclusive character meet with Inside Out’s lovable Bing Bong is available at specific points in the day. Pixar Place Hotel has coordinated Music and lights which add to the incredible ambiance. No Disney resort hotel would be complete without a merchandise shop, and Stor-E carries some Pixar Place branded things and your normal park offerings.
We really like the improvements to the elevators, which used to be pretty slow. Now you have “smart elevators” to select your floor and the pad directs you to the specific elevator to use. Also, while you are at the elevator, you may notice something a little different than most US hotels you have been to… an actual 13th hotel floor. It is a common US construction superstition to not include a 13th floor, but this property when originally built was owned by a Japanese company, whose construction culture did not share the superstition. When Disney took over the property, they did not change this, so the 13th floor remains! Keep you eyes our for hidden Pixar characters in the elevator.
Pixar Place Hotel Guest Rooms
We love the contemporary and colorful take on these new rooms, a significant improvement from the previous design. The focus of the rooms, regardless of the configuration is the above bed mural featuring Pixar art and characters. One of our favorite improvements is with the lighting, every single light is now adjustable with dimmer switches so you are in charge of the mood! And having your very own iconic Luxo Jr lamp on the sizeable desk makes a great spit to draw, read or get a little work done if needed There are also a TON of outlets, and USB ports for charging all the things and plenty of storage space.
Bathrooms are light and bright with plenty of counter space, but our favorite part about the bathrooms is the size of the walk-in showers, which are a larger than a standard hotel room, so if you have to hop in to wash littles, you have a little more space to move around in!
There are several room options, remember your Mom Approved Travel Advisor will help you find the best option for your family, keeping in mind the differences that are valued by you and your family.
STANDARD GUEST ROOMS
Standard Guest Room Amenities:
Interior hallways, desk, bathroom amenities, ice bucket, Keurig K-cup pod coffee maker, Guest High Speed WiFi, satellite tv, hair dryer, alarm clock, safe – in room, mini-refrigerator, iron & board.
Upon request: Pack ‘n Play crib
Standard Guest Rooms:
Standard View has views of Disneyland Drive or Parking Area.
Available configurations: Sleeps up to 5 Adults. 1 King Bed and Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa or 2 Queen Bed and 1 Day Bed or 2 Queen Beds
Premium View has views of Resort or Theme Park.
Available configurations: Sleeps up to 5 Adults. 2 Queen Bed and 1 Day Bed or 1 King Bed and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa
CLUB LEVEL GUEST ROOMS
Rooms with Club Level Service (located on third floor)
Standard View – Club Level has views of Parking Area.
Available configurations: Sleeps up to 5 Adults. 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Size Sleeper Sofa or 2 Queen Bed and 1 Day Bed
Premium View – Club Level has views of Resort or Theme Park.
Available configurations: Sleeps up to 5 Adults. 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Size Sleeper Sofa or 2 Queen Bed and 1 Day Bed
Pool Terrace – Club Level features patio and easy access to the pool.
Available configurations: Sleeps up to 5 Adults. 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Size Sleeper Sofa or 2 Queen Bed and 1 Day Bed
Club Level Guest Room Amenities:
- All Standard Room Amenities
- Personal assistance from concierge staff
- Continental breakfast from 6:30 am to 10:30 am
- snacks from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- complimentary wine, beer and appetizers from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
- desserts from 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- nightly turndown service
- exclusive access to Creators Club on 2nd floor
SUITE GUEST ROOMS
Suite Rooms
1 Bedroom Suite has views of Theme Park, Disneyland Drive or Parking Area.
Available configuration: Sleeps up to 6 Adults. 2 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Size Sleeper Sofa
2 Bedroom Suite has views of Theme Park or Parking Area.
Available configuration: Sleeps up to 10 Adults. 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Size Sleeper Sofa
Suite Guest Room Amenities:
- All Standard Room Amenities
- Microwave
PIXEL SIGNATURE SUITE ROOMS
Pixel Signature Suite Rooms
Pixel Suite – 1 Bedroom features patio and easy access to the pool.
Available configuration: Sleeps up to 4 Adults. 1 King Bed, and 1 Queen Size Sleeper Sofa
Pixel Suite – 2 Bedroom features patio and easy access to the pool.
Available configuration: Sleeps up to 9 Adults. 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Queen Size Sleeper Sofa, and 1 Day Bed
Pixel Suite – 3 Bedroom features patio and easy access to the pool.
Available configuration: Sleeps up to 14 Adults. 1 King Bed, 4 Queen Beds, 1 Queen Size Sleeper Sofa, and 2 Day Beds
Pixel Signature Suite Guest Room Amenities:
- All Standard Room Amenities
- Microwave
SKETCH SIGNATURE SUITE ROOMS
Sketch Signature Suite Rooms
Sketch Suite – 1 Bedroom has views of City or Parking Area.
Available configuration: Sleeps up to 4 Adults. 1 King Bed, and 1 Queen Size Sleeper Sofa
Sketch Suite – 2 Bedroom has views of City or Parking Area.
Available configuration: Sleeps up to 9 Adults. 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Queen Size Sleeper Sofa, and 1 Day Bed
Suite Guest Room Amenities:
- All Standard Room Amenities
- Microwave
Pixar Place Hotel Dining Options
Table Service (sit-down) dining at Great Maple Modern American Eatery
The Pixar Place Hotel offers a full range of yummy breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, from light snacks to table-service entrees, all with Pixar themed surroundings. So no matter what you are craving, you will find a tasty bite.
The Sketch Pad Café (Quick Service)
The Sketch Pad Cafe is a convenient quick-service establishment showcasing drawings showing the progression of favorite Pixar characters serving coffee and a few light bites like avocado toast with a selection of grab and go type boxes, snacks and prepared sandwiches.
Small Bytes (Quick Service) Opening Soon
Snack on Smash Burgers, Nachos, Shrimp Cerviche, sandwiches and snacks at this Pixar themed quick-service restaurant located on the pool deck of the Pixar Place Hotel. See the full Small Bytes menu.
Great Maple Modern American Eatery (Table Service)
At Great Maple Modern American Eatery, you can indulge in modern American comfort food crafted using seasonal, premium ingredients. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and craft cocktails are available in an All-Day menu. Want ribs for breakfast or eggs for dinner? No problem. From chilaquiles to steak to mac and cheese, there is something for even the pickiest of eaters! See the full Great Maple Modern American Eatery menu.
Nearby Restaurants
Pixar Place Hotel is conveniently located a few minutes walk from numerous dining options within the Grand Californian Hotel, Disneyland Hotel and the Downtown Disney District.
Pixar Place Hotel Recreation
Staying at a Disneyland Hotel like Pixar Place makes it easy to take a break from the parks.
Pools
Pixar theming is prevalent at the third floor Pixar Place Hotel pool area, where you’ll find an expansive swimming pool, a thrilling “Crush’s Surfin Slide” waterslide, a relaxing whirlpool, and a “Finding Nemo” themed splash pad designed especially for kids with succulent garden acting as the “coral reef” and custom seaweed light fixtures.
Poolside Cabanas and Pods
One of the things we love about Disneyland Hotel pools is the ability to indulge a bit and rent private cabanas and pods where you can relax and unwind poolside.
Pixar Shorts Court
Guests can enjoy playing interactive games at the Shorts Court, where favorite Pixar shorts are brought to life. The cutest game is a bean bag toss inspired by Bao, there is a shuffleboard court, and more. Chess and checkers are featured in many Pixar animations, so we were happy to see them included on the pool deck.
Fitness Center and Fitness Classes
Stay in shape while on vacation at the Fitness Center at Pixar Place Hotel. Work out with state of the art equipment. Or if you want keep your regimen while traveling, you can take reserve one of the fitness classes offering: yoga, strength training, stretching, aqua, meditation and aerobics.
Fireworks Viewing
On select nights, you can view Disneyland Park fireworks from the rooftop pool deck at Pixar Place Hotel, with music and dialogue piped into the sound system.
The early entry benefit is only for Resort Guests currently staying at one of the Disneyland Resort hotels at the time of their early entry admission to a theme park and who have already checked in. Guest (age 3+) must be staying at one of the Disneyland Resort hotels and have valid theme park admission and a park reservation for the same park on the same date.
