Tokyo & Disney

Who it’s for: Families planning a 2025 trip to Tokyo Disney Resort.
What you’ll get: Hotel tips, ride guides, must-try foods, and 3 sample itineraries covering Disney Resorts, TeamLab, Tokyo sightseeing, and relaxing Onsen Ryokans.

Too many hotels? Long ride lines? Unsure what to book? You’re not alone—we felt the same!

By the end, you’ll know where to stay, what to ride, and how to enjoy your family trip—without stress.


Best Tokyo Disney Hotels 2025

This section helps you compare Tokyo Disney hotels and choose the best fit for your family.

Want a quick side-by-side look at all five Disney hotels?
👉 See the 5 Official Hotels Comparison with table

Quick Overview of the 5 Disney Hotels

This section shares our personal stay experiences and reviews of the five official Disney hotels.

A guest posing at the Tokyo Disneyland Hotel entrance, one of the best Tokyo Disney hotels for families.

Tokyo Disneyland Hotel

Price: $$$$
Best for families with toddlers.
Spacious rooms, castle views, family-friendly dining and facilities.
👉 Read our review

Hotel MiraCosta

Price: $$$$
Best for couples and families with toddlers.
Direct park access makes it a huge help for parents with little kids. You can hear DisneySea music, so the stay feels inside the park.
👉 Read our review

Bright and playful hotel courtyard featuring Toy Story characters and vibrant play areas.

Toy Story Hotel

Price: $$
Best for families with kids of all ages and Disney-loving parents.
Feels like a theme park itself, with playful exterior, colorful interiors, and a fun courtyard.
👉 Read our review

Disney Ambassador Hotel

Price: $$$
Best for families with school-age kids. Character rooms and special greetings create unforgettable memories.
👉 Read our review

Sunrise from Fantasy Springs Hotel – Scenic view of the Fantasy Springs area and lush greenery.

Fantasy Springs Hotel

Price: $$$$–$$$$$
Best for families who want the full Fantasy Springs experience.
Direct park gate and 15-minute early entry make mornings extra special.
👉 Read our review

MiraCosta Terrace Room

Price: $$$$+
Best for couples and families with young kids.
Offers a unique DisneySea experience beyond simply entering the park.
👉 Read our review

Extended Comparison

Looking for even more options, including partner and budget hotels?
👉 Check the Extended Hotel Comparison — includes a detailed comparison table.

Top Disney Activities with Kids

This section shares our ride picks from each park, based on real family experiences.

🎠Tokyo Disneyland Rides

We cover toddler-friendly rides and family must-dos at Disneyland.
👉 Read Tokyo Disneyland Rides Guide

🎡Tokyo DisneySea Rides

From Mermaid Lagoon to thrill rides, here’s what worked best for our family.
👉 Read Tokyo DisneySea Rides Guide

⛲️Non-Ride Activities (Tokyo Disneyland & DisneySea)

Play areas, carnival games, capsule toys, and medals—discover family fun beyond the rides!
👉 Read Tokyo Disney Resort Non-Ride Activities Guide

Tokyo Disney Food & Restaurants

This section highlights family-friendly dining at both Disneyland and DisneySea.

🍔 Tokyo Disneyland Food Guide

We share our favorite family-friendly restaurants, from Blue Bayou to quick-service spots.
👉 Read Tokyo Disneyland Food Guide

🍣 Tokyo DisneySea Food Guide

From Magellan’s to casual eateries, here are the best dining picks for families.
👉 Read Tokyo DisneySea Food Guide

Tokyo Disney Itinerary for Families

A young girl touches glowing spheres at TeamLab Tokyo, part of a family-friendly Tokyo Disney itinerary highlighting art and play.

🩵 3 Nights / 4 Days

Pre-Stay + DisneySea + Disneyland + TeamLab

  • Day 0: Arrive → pre-stay near resort
  • Day 1: DisneySea (Fantasy Springs)
  • Day 2: Disneyland (shows & fireworks)
  • Day 3: TeamLab Tokyo → return
    👉 [View 4-Day Plan]
Spacious Japanese-style villa room at Kiranosato in Izu — perfect ryokan with onsen japan for families.

💗 6 Nights / 7 Days

Disney + Ueno Zoo + Izu Onsen (Hakone option)

  • Days 0–3: Same as 4-Day Plan
  • Day 5: Ueno Zoo & Tokyo stroll
  • Day 6: Izu Onsen (or Hakone)
  • Day 7: Izu sightseeing → home
    👉 [View 7-Day Plan →]

💛 2 Nights / 3 Days

DisneySea + Disneyland + Tokyo Sightseeing

  • Day 1: DisneySea
  • Day 2: Disneyland
  • Day 3: Akihabara & Asakusa → home
    🏨 Stay 2 nights at Toy Story Hotel
    👉 [View 3-Day Plan →]