Originally Posted By PirateMinnie I've been designated the trip planner for my family trip to d-land. We've been there more times than I can count, but I wanted to get your opinions on a few things before I go ahead: Is there any reason why the DLH is already booked solid for May, this far ahead? Are there any big events coming for May? Is Splash Mtn. really closed till May 18th? We've only stayed at the DLH. How do you get from Paradise Pier Hotel to D-land and Downtown Disney? Would you recommend PPH or GCH more? That's all the questions I have for now, but don't worry, I'll be back! Thanks everybody!
Originally Posted By Darkbeer Splash Mountain MIGHT even be closed past May 18th, they are replacing two of the three lift hills mechanical systems, and 1/2 of the third (the other half was recently done). Looks like there are some major conventions and other events happening in May, including the Grad Nites, which tends to have more out of town attendees in May than June. The recommend way to get to the park from the PPH is north past the Disneyland Hotel, and then east thru Downtown Disney. You can save a bit of a walk by going thru the GCH, but it is a bit confusing for those who have never walked the path. I think all three of the Disney owned Hotels are overpriced, HoJo's is the same distance as the Paradise Pier, and is a sponsor here at LP. <a href="http://www.hojoanaheim.com/laughingplace/" target="_blank">http://www.hojoanaheim.com/lau ghingplace/</a> You can save a lot of money, and many folks here recommend the place. Heck, it is rated the Number 1 hotel for families by TripAdvisor in Anaheim, and in 2005, was rated the best in the NATION for families. And take the money you saved and enjoy some meals at Mimi's next door, and at the Disneyland Hotel restaurants.
Originally Posted By PirateMinnie Darkbeer this is great! Thanks so much for all the info. I shall certainly pass it on to the fam!
Originally Posted By plutospal77 We just stayed at the GCH and it was a very short walk, even from the hotel to the monorail was short. We are going to stay there next year just because it's close to everything.One of the gates goes right into downtown and the other, to the park. We also saved some money booking with AAA.
