There has been some criticism of Disney Parks Hotel Philosophy as of late. Check out the new designs for The Villas at Disneyland Hotel and see if this is more of the same or a new direction!
The following article features a press release from Disney Parks:
Are you ready to create some family memories at a Disney Vacation Club property surrounded by some of your favorite Walt Disney Animation Studios stories? The Villas at Disneyland Hotel will open to guests on September 28, 2023!
The Villas at Disneyland Hotel will celebrate the magic of creativity and storytelling through a blend of contemporary designs and carefully curated pieces inspired by the stories, characters and worlds of Disney Animation.
This will be the fourth tower at the AAA Four Diamond, landmark Disneyland Hotel, located just steps from the Downtown Disney District, Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park.
The lobby will feature a one-of-a-kind mural created exclusively for The Villas at Disneyland Hotel by Disney Animation artist Lorelay Bové, known for her work on classics from “The Princess and the Frog” to “Encanto.”
The Villas at Disneyland Hotel will have 344 whimsically themed rooms, including duo studios, deluxe studios, one- and two-bedroom villas, and grand villas. Each includes modern just-like-home amenities with touches of Disney magic sprinkled throughout, themed to Walt Disney Animation Studios films like “The Jungle Book,” “Sleeping Beauty,” “The Princess and the Frog,” “Fantasia” and more.
Guests can even soak up some inspiration during their vacation at a vibrantly colored, mid-century modern hangout for the entire family.
You must be excited to book your magical adventure. So here are some dates to keep in mind:
- Wednesday, March 15 – Disney Vacation Club Members can begin to make rental reservations by calling Member Services at (800) 800-9800
- Thursday, March 16 – Disneyland Resort Magic Key holders can start booking rental reservations by contacting (714) 956-6425
- Friday, March 17 – All guests can make rental reservations online at Disneyland.com/VillasDisneylandHotel or by contacting (714) 956-6425.
The Villas are limited in availability and are subject to restrictions and change without notice.
One of the criticisms we’ve seen as of late, from both Disney commentators and former Imagineers, is that new Disney Parks hotel room designs are more reminiscent of mainstream hotel franchises than Disney. Many say they look like Marriot instead of the Polynesian. Looking at these new designs (albeit without room concepts), do you agree? Is this happening to the Disneyland Hotel? And is the Disneyland Hotel free from that sort of criticism because of its original design?
Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. As always, keep reading That Park Place for all the latest news that should be fun!
