Originally Posted By Lisax4 Hi i want to plan a trip for my 4 boys and myself for dec. This will be the first time Ive taken them alone since my separation and am on a budget this trip. Id like to stay as close to the entrance. I want to avoid having to take any kind of transportation besides our feet. Any advice on nice "cheap" hotels across the street from DL? thanks so much for any advice and help-Lisa
Originally Posted By momofbuzzfan The Park Vue Inn <a href="http://www.parkvueinn.com/" target="_blank">http://www.parkvueinn.com/</a> is right at the crosswalk on Harbor, which is close to the main gates. We stay there and it is no-frills, but we have always had clean rooms and fine service. They have breakfast too. The Best Western Park Place Inn is right next door...also at the cross walk. But it costs a bit more, at least when I looked into it. Those are the closest to the main gates, unless you stay at a Disney hotel. There are plenty of hotels nearby, and this map can help you visualize their location: <a href="http://www.geocities.com/ashpsyche/DisneylandLinkMap.html" target="_blank">http://www.geocities.com/ashps yche/DisneylandLinkMap.html</a> For opinions of different hotels, scroll through these forums.....many have been reviewed by LP-ers. The posts have helped me alot!
Originally Posted By dzy76 I think those hotels are as close as the disney hotels, and cost a ton less. All I ever need is a clean room. I'm only in the room late at night. Lately I've been staying at the Candy Cane Inn. It's around $100 less/more night but you get a great free breakfast and shuttle. But it is way close enough to walk, we only rode the shuttle a couple of times last summer there. Have a great time with your boys!
Originally Posted By mater4 We always stay at Howard Johnson. It's a bit of a walk but my 4 yr. old does fine without complaints. There is another hotel across the street that is inexpensive called Del Sol but I have never stayed there.
Originally Posted By Lisax4 thanks for the info-especially the map. I spent so long on the computer earlier in the day looking for something like that. We used to always stay onsite, and once stayed Howard Johnsons but was looking for something a little closer. Lisa
Originally Posted By Moderation The Ramada Maingate is nothing special, but seems to be the cheapest of the motels right across the street. The Park Vue has been getting pricey.
Originally Posted By Jenen Lisax4 a great website to check for prices on hotels and airfare is kayak.com It checks all flights and hotels and then shows you the cheapest prices and then sends you to the actual website to book. It is a great place to start, especially when on a budget.
Originally Posted By LuLu If you're going during Christmas school break, unfortunately you won't be getting the best prices. I hope you can get something in your budget so you all can have a great time! Book soon, and go during the week before Christmas, or after New Years, depending on your break. Between Christmas and New Years will be the most crowded and most expensive.
Originally Posted By mater4 Lulu is right. I just checked the rates at Hojo's the other day and noticed that they are filling up fast. The rates have gone up since making my reservations two months ago. I would choose where to stay and book ASAP.
Originally Posted By Lisax4 thanks for the help. I booked at the park vue. it was around 150 less than the other hotels right near the crosswalk. My boys will be so happy not to have to walk to far or deal with the shuttle(and honestly so will I). thanks for all the advice. Im sure i'll be back for more before Dec-Lisa
Originally Posted By BoyStory Hi, I just wanted to wish you a great trip with your 4 boys. I've done Disneyland with my 4 older boys alone (well, my parents were accross the street with the "baby" (also a boy.We had such a GREAT time with just "mom and the boys" that I have been waiting for my youngest to get a little older to do it again- this time with all 5 boys. Expedia has had some awesome rates on Fairfield Inn [Marriot] which is right accross the street. Not sure about your dates, but I just booked our "mini-suite" (2 Q's and a sofa-sleeper)for just $89 a night! Have a GREAT time!
Originally Posted By BoyStory Oops! I missed your message about the Park Vue. We've stayed there as well and liked it.
