One of my life goals was to make my family’s first Disneyland experience an unforgettable one! I really wanted them to feel like they live in a Disney Castle… So, we spent three nights at the Disneyland Hotel on our recent trip to Hongkong!
In this review, let me tell you the pros and cons of staying at this five-star Hotel! Let me start with the PROs!
1. THE HOTEL APPEARS LIKE A GRAND PALACE
Soak in the beauty of Victorian style elegance during your stay!
2. THE SERENE ENVIRONMENT
Such a wonderful property with quiet surroundings, perfect for rest and relaxation!
3. THE MICKEY MAZE
Explore a classic English garden maze right outside the hotel lobby facing the South china Sea!
4. LAVISH VICTORIAN ROOMS
Escape in a vintage seaside resort while you are in Lantau island!
5. SAUNA, STEAM ROOM AND WHIRLPOOL
Pamper yourself after a day of hustle and bustle from the park! YES, please!!!
6. HOTEL RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
Aside from daily surprises from some of Disney characters, Tai Chi with Master goofy or cast storytelling at the Storybook Playroom, you can also enjoy family time at the tennis court!
7. LIVE MUSIC
Numerous performances from a live band at the grand lobby throughout the day! Oh, and also, look at that massive chandelier hanging from the ceiling!
8. INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOL
Towels and shower gels are all provided! There’s even a Jacuzzi and Sauna in the changing room!
9. THE DISNEY TOUCH!
They have complimentary Mickey slippers for everyone in the family to take home as a souvenir and the bathrooms have a nice set of Seven Dwarfs themed travel supplies!
10. GYM
Stay in shape while on your vacay at their state-of-the-art fitness centre! There’s even a walking or running path around the hotel!
11. THE LOCATION
The hotel is brilliantly located in Disney Resort itself. They have shuttle buses to and from Disneyland throughout the day which is very convenient for the fambam!
12. PRIORITY ADMISSION PASS
As a hotel guest, you will be entitled with a fast pass for all the queues in the Disney resort. (This depends which room you booked!) It will save you tons of time and trouble!
Overall, I like that the hotel was very clean and always smells lovely. I love the hospitality from the receptionists to the management. Also, you have free access to Disney’s two other hotels, The Disney explorer’s Lodge and the Disney’s Hollywood Hotel, sad to say I didn’t have time to check them out. The express checkout was my favourite part, just leave the room, surrender your keys and go! No need to go to the counter anymore!
But there are some areas that they can improve on to make the guests’ experience even better!
Now here are my CONs…
1. I don’t like the hotel timing. Check-in is 3pm, Check-out is 11am. If you are only staying here for a day, it’s quite too short to enjoy your stay.
2. Some of the hallways of the hotel were a bit dim, but nothing unbearable.
3. Breakfast was not included like I thought it was.
4. Poor room service. I waited for my food for ages. I went during the Chinese New Year period though; the hotel was at full capacity, so this is a bit understandable.
5. There were only complimentary coffee and milk in the room. It would be nice to add some teabags! Please?
6. The TV in our room could be upgraded in time. Please change TVs to at least full HD in the name of Disney!
7. I don’t like the shower curtains in the bathroom, if they could only change them to glass doors, this would be more appropriate!
8. There are no supermarkets or cafes nearby, you are pretty much held hostage by the resort! There are no shops around to buy diapers for your little bubba if you guys runout! The hotel is very far from town… Just so you know!
9. As expected, Food prices are HIGH! (You’ve been warned!)
Despite all the CONs, we still had a blast during our stay! Hongkong Disneyland Hotel is pure paradise especially for families with young kids!
Have you stayed here before? How was your experience? If you have some questions, I’m very happy to help! Let me know in the comments or send me a message!
Love from Hongkong,
The Travel Belle <3
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Beautiful!!! Kind of looks like the Grand Floridian!! I just LOVE Disney Resorts!!
yes julie, i agree especially if you’re a family with young kids! ♥️
Thanks for sharing! I had considered it for a staycation since we live here in Hong Kong, but actually had never been lol!
do it soon babe! hehehe! if you have kids, they will surely love it!
Love the beautiful photos! I hope to have my first Disney experience before I hit 30 lol. Gotta live the childhood dream eventually haha 😀
Travel dreams do come true adrian!
What an amazing trip! Thanks for sharing your gorgeous photos!
you’re welcome Steph!
That hotel is so stunning! The maze looks like a lot of fun!
Yup yup! Great activity for the fam!
We stayed at the Disney Hollywood Hotel the last time we went to HK Disneyland. A bit pricey, but the room, service, and amenities was worth it.
Yes, guest services were on point too!
OMG! this is the best! I actually didn’t know that there is a Disneyland in Hong Kong 🙂 but the hotel seems so cool – love the swimming pool and the tennis court! sooo jealous
They have the best amenities!
I’d never even think to stay at a Disneyland Hotel but… You’ve convinced me that they’re friggin’ NICE and worth taking a look at!! What a gorgeous hotel!
SUPER, babe! the fambam had a great time!
It looks absolutely stunning there! It looks like you and your family had a magical first disney trip and an vacation 🙂
Yes, everyone had a blast!
I can’t believe i’ve never been to HongKong yet!!! HongKong and Disneyland can’t be missed for sure. Soon i hope.
You’re missing out bro! PLease go! hehe. Their street foods are my favourite though!
Thanks for sharing your travel tips, I have never been to Hongkong but that maybe because I do not like traveling long haul, 4 hours flight is all I can handle,still hope one day to visit Asia and maybe Hongkong.
Yes please! And also, if coming to Asia is in your bucketlist, dont forget Philippines in the list!
I love all things Disney and now I am adding this to my list!!
YEHEY!
Disney really knows how to make beautiful properties! the maze was my favorite part
yes! heaps of entertainment for the kids!
The experience sounds so elegant and fun! I love the photos and all. I’m adding hongkong to my bucket list. Great adventure!
I’m glad you will, Ken!
This is so wonderful. I would love to visit Disney in another country. I bet the experience is outstanding.
Loved every minute of our stay!
Ohhh My Godddddddddd this place is so peaceful and classy… takes one back to the childhood days
I agree Sania!
Just fall in love with the disney land resort. It looks like you had a fun in your first disney trip.
it was my sisters’ first Disney trip and they had helluva fun!
Oh wow this looks like an amazing trip!
Yaaaaas!
It is a beautiful place to stay and live in your dream Disneyland. But likewise I agree they need to upgrade their facilities. At least some of them are so necessary.
especially their Tvs, so 1990! hehehe
I was in Hong Kong many years ago and did the Disneyland but too bad we did not stay in the Disneyland hotel. I heard so much good stuff about this hotel and I am regretting it now. Maybe next time.
There’s always a next time , Jeng! 🙂
My family and I visited Hong Kong Disneyland 3 years ago and yes it was really a beautiful and very relaxing place. And yes, everything are too pricey but still enjoyed every moment that we stayed there.
it’s always a happy day when we’re surrounded by our nearests and dearests! ❤️
Such a gorgeous property. I would definitely consider staying there. Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure!
This place is absolutely gorgeous! I would love to visit and stay here someday.
You will love the property!
Despite being so expensive, it is strange that they don’t offer a complimentary breakfast. However, I must say it is definitely worth a visit once 🙂
So true!
Those photos are so gorgeous, it really looks so fun staying there! Thanks for sharing!
You’re Welcome!