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Terk-1 · 12-05-2012, 09:48 AM

Am planning a solo trip to Disneyland and am looking for a hotel recommendation. I am not renting a car and don't want to spend double/triple or more staying at a "Disney" hotel. Which "good neighbor" hotel would you recommend that is close to the parks? Is it safe in that area to walk to the park in the early am or in the evening?

danlkrim · 12-05-2012, 05:33 PM

There is a current thread with updated info on the hotels within walking distance of DLR. It was started some time ago, but has been constantly updated.
I think it will give you the info you need.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2796786

danaesacto · 12-05-2012, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Terk-1

Am planning a solo trip to Disneyland and am looking for a hotel recommendation. I am not renting a car and don't want to spend double/triple or more staying at a "Disney" hotel. Which "good neighbor" hotel would you recommend that is close to the parks? Is it safe in that area to walk to the park in the early am or in the evening?

With the large number of people going back and forth all day I feel it is safe. Just like any place, especially those areas with lots of tourists just be alert and aware.

NWT · 12-05-2012, 08:42 PM

A few years ago, I travelled with my little DD one year and we stayed at the Carousel. I felt safe walking to and from the park in the early mornings and late at nights.

mouseymommy · 12-05-2012, 09:49 PM

When we stay at the BWPPI I sometimes walk back to the room by myself at night. It is right at the crosswalk to DLR.

Kittyskyfish · 12-05-2012, 10:03 PM

DH and I are two adults (no kids) who go to DL every year. This past week we stayed at the Fairfield because it is the hotel we prefer out of all the ones we've stayed at in the past. The location is very convenient, it's updated, clean, and comfortable, and there's enough food on the premises or in the parking lot area (McDonalds, Mimi's Cafe, Millie's Bakery) to satisfy us if we need a breakfast or dinner and don't feel like walking far. We've also always had great experiences with the hotel staff. They straightened out a problem with our booking from hotels.com and did a follow-up call to our room to make sure everything was okay. Nice.

We've chosen the HOJO too but only for the discount. The room quality is better at the Fairfield (IMO).

Another good option is the Candy Cane Inn. Very clean, updated, comfortable beds. My only issue is it's 2-story and we can hear car noises in the parking lot more at that motel.

Harbor Blvd is very safe.

12-05-2012, 09:48 AM	#1
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12-05-2012, 05:33 PM	#2
danlkrim Mouseketeer Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Acworth, GA Posts: 229	A great thread with the hotel info you need There is a current thread with updated info on the hotels within walking distance of DLR. It was started some time ago, but has been constantly updated. I think it will give you the info you need. http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2796786 __________________ Disneyland 1974 and I still have my ears Magic Kingdom Feb 1997 Disneyland Paris Sept 1998 Walt Disney World Feb 2012 Disneyland and California Adventure Feb 2013

12-05-2012, 08:42 PM	#4
NWT Thought the swim was more thrilling Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hay River NWT Canada Posts: 135	A few years ago, I travelled with my little DD one year and we stayed at the Carousel. I felt safe walking to and from the park in the early mornings and late at nights. __________________ December 1990 - Honeymoon - Disneyland January 1997 - 1st DD's 1st trip to Disneyland February 1998 - Trip with in-laws to Disneyland October 2004 - 2nd DD's 1st trip to Disneyland February 2007 - Our 1st Disney Cruise - 4 day Wonder & 1st trip to Walt Disney World January 2009 - Just Momma and DD9 to Disneyland Dec 31, 2009 to Jan 9, 2010- Disneyland - Just Momma, DH and DD10 (DD17 went to New York) June 2012 - Just Momma and DD20 Disney World - Star Wars Weekend! Jan 27 - Feb 7, 2013 Niece's first trip!

12-05-2012, 10:03 PM	#6
Kittyskyfish Wee little ears... Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Hudson, OH Posts: 809	DH and I are two adults (no kids) who go to DL every year. This past week we stayed at the Fairfield because it is the hotel we prefer out of all the ones we've stayed at in the past. The location is very convenient, it's updated, clean, and comfortable, and there's enough food on the premises or in the parking lot area (McDonalds, Mimi's Cafe, Millie's Bakery) to satisfy us if we need a breakfast or dinner and don't feel like walking far. We've also always had great experiences with the hotel staff. They straightened out a problem with our booking from hotels.com and did a follow-up call to our room to make sure everything was okay. Nice. We've chosen the HOJO too but only for the discount. The room quality is better at the Fairfield (IMO). Another good option is the Candy Cane Inn. Very clean, updated, comfortable beds. My only issue is it's 2-story and we can hear car noises in the parking lot more at that motel. Harbor Blvd is very safe. __________________ 12/2013 - Fairfield Inn; 11/2012 - Fairfield Inn; 2/2012 - HOJO; 6/2011 - Candy Cane Inn; 2/2011 - Fairfield Inn; 10/2010 - HOJO; 12/2009 - Fairfield Inn; 5/2009 - Fairfield Inn; 12/2008 - Fairfield Inn; 12/2007 - Candy Cane Inn; 2/2006 - Candy Cane Inn; 9/2005 - Doubletree; December 2000 - some LA hotel WDW: 2009, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 1979, 1977

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12-05-2012, 09:49 PM	#5
mouseymommy I love the smell of Pirates Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Arizona Posts: 583	When we stay at the BWPPI I sometimes walk back to the room by myself at night. It is right at the crosswalk to DLR.