Originally Posted By ballesbl We've stayed at Disneyland several times and know what we want in a hotel. What is your fave hotel? My criteria is: spacious room for family of five, free shuttle with no other hotel stops, (I don't want to walk across the street of maingate), great continental breakfast (not pastries and apples), friendly service, decent pool. I'm willing to pay extra but not the ridiculous price of the Disney hotels.
Originally Posted By Linda1633 Our favorite good neighbor hotel is the Candy Cane Inn. They have a shuttle but the walk is not too bad. Comfortable beds and a decent breakfast. Most of their staff has been there for an average of 8 to 10 years.
Originally Posted By Dabob2 Candy Cane is a good choice. They have a dedicated (no other stops) shuttle, and I'm not sure any of the other Harbor places do. And it's close enough to walk if the shuttle doesn't time out well for you. Their continental breakfast is better than most, and they're very friendly. Didn't try the pool, so can't speak to that.
Originally Posted By Autopia Deb I haven't stayed there since the 90s, but as I recall the pool area is quite nice.
Originally Posted By TheParsec The Anabella Inn & Suites is really nice also. Its around the corner from Candy Cane inn. I don't think it has continental breakfast though.
Originally Posted By MrDisneyGeek I would recommend the park vue inn but it is across the street. Good breakfasts as well as some food in the afternoon. Nice rooms with different configurations like bunk beds. Decent pool and hot tub.
Originally Posted By koolaidmom It is too bad you don't want to cross the street. The Park Vue is great.
Originally Posted By ballesbl I think I'll try the Candy Cane Inn since they have no other hotel stops with their shuttle.
Originally Posted By Bellella Though I've never stayed there, (and probably never will) I'd have to pick the Grand Californian for sheer beauty and atmosphere.
Originally Posted By tashajilek I stayed in a suite at the Castle inn which included a fridge and microwave i believe. The hotel itself was ok, it was great for the location.
Originally Posted By MomluvsDisney Candy cane is nice and think Motel as it has outdoor halls, but kept up, clean and great customer service. The rooms can be on the small side, but I always found the beds comfortable. If you are in a premium room, you can pr-order the breakfast to be delivered to your room.
Originally Posted By Disney_Binky I just booked a room at Candy Cane Inn and I'm so excited. I have heard nothing buy positive reviews. I have stayed at many good neighborhood hotels, and for the last 15 years we have tried to stay there, but it has never worked out till now! One of the main reasons I have wanted to stay there, it is family owned and operated, which is a huge one for me. Just to have that kind of atmosphere is very important to me
