Planning a trip to Tokyo Disneyland with little ones? This guide is specially written for families with young children who want a smooth, magical experience. Tokyo Disneyland Hotel (TDH) is our top pick—and not just for its location. Here’s why staying at TDH is worth every yen, along with practical tips to get the most out of your stay.
🏰 Why Tokyo Disneyland Hotel is the Best Choice for Families
📍 Perfect Location: The hotel is right in front of the Tokyo Disneyland entrance and Disneyland Station—no need for strollers on long walks!
🛏️ Rest Anytime: If your child gets tired or cranky, it’s just a few steps back to the room for a nap or break.
🍱 Convenient Dining: Save money by grabbing dinner at the hotel’s well-stocked convenience store. From bento boxes and rice balls to character-themed snacks and travel goods, you’ll find everything you need.
🛍️ Stress-Free Shopping: No more crowds! Browse Disney goods at your own pace in the hotel’s souvenir shops.
🍽️ Tasty Restaurants: Though a bit pricey, the hotel restaurants offer delicious, themed meals your whole family will love.
🎟️ Exclusive Perks:
- Happy Entry (early park access for hotel guests)
- Disney hotel restaurant reservations from the time of booking
- Easier park restaurant reservations (separate quota from general guests)
- Hear Disney music from your window—pure magic!
🧒 Kid-Friendly Facilities:
- Kids’ movie area in the lobby
- Nursing room with a microwave
- Luggage delivery service between Disney hotels
- Paid luggage delivery to official hotels or Gateway Station
🚶 How to Get There
From JR Maihama Station, it’s just a short walk (around 8–10 minutes) to Tokyo Disneyland Hotel.
🛌 Recommended Hotel Combinations
✅ Best Option:
- 2 nights at Tokyo Disneyland Hotel for maximum comfort
- No need to repack or transfer luggage
- Enjoy uninterrupted rest and quick returns to your room during the day
- Great for maximizing park time without stress
💡 Budget Plan:
- Night 1: Toy Story Hotel
- Night 2: Tokyo Disneyland Hotel
- Save on the first night while still enjoying a fun Disney-themed stay
- Move closer to the park for your main Disneyland day
- Ideal for combining cost savings with comfort
👉 Toy Story Hotel offers great value and Disney theming, but Tokyo Disneyland Hotel’s location and perks are unbeatable.
🌊 Also Consider:
- A fun and strategic way to explore both parks and a variety of Disney hotel styles
- Night 1: Hotel MiraCosta or Fantasy Springs Hotel
- Night 2: Toy Story Hotel
- Night 3: Tokyo Disneyland Hotel
- Ideal for families who want to enjoy both DisneySea and Disneyland
- Start your trip immersed in the world of DisneySea with direct park access
- Transition to Toy Story Hotel for a playful and budget-friendly experience
- Finish strong at Tokyo Disneyland Hotel with top convenience for your last park day
- Suggested itinerary:
- Day 1: DisneySea
- Day 2: Disneyland
- Day 3: Check out and explore Tokyo or relax before heading home
📖 Want to see how we spent 3 magical days at Disney? Here’s our full itinerary!
🔗 Looking for a fun Tokyo activity on Day 3?
⚠️ We don’t recommend Celebration Hotel for families—it’s a 20-minute shuttle ride from the park and not ideal for small kids.
📆 Booking Tips
Tokyo Disneyland Hotel is popular, but it’s often easier to book than MiraCosta or Toy Story Hotel. To secure your spot:
- Try booking right when reservations open (11:00 AM JST, exactly four months prior to your check-in date)
- Check frequently for cancellations
🗓️ Avoid Peak Seasons:
- Golden Week (late April–early May)
- Obon (mid-August)
- Silver Week (mid-September)
- Christmas & New Year holidays
- Spring break (March)
- Halloween weekends (October)
👍 Best Times to Visit:
- Mid-May after Golden Week
- September (less crowded than October)
- November (Christmas decorations start, but less busy than December)
- Mid-January to February (cheapest, but cold—bring warm clothing)
🥵 Note: August isn’t too crowded, but it’s very hot. Not ideal for small children.
