It’s official. Pixar Place Hotel at the Disneyland
Resort has now officially opened, marking the transformation of Disney’s
Paradise Pier Hotel into the first fully Pixar-themed hotel in the U.S.
The 15-story high-rise overlooking Disney California
Adventure Park, offers comfortable and contemporary guest rooms celebrating the
artistry of Pixar Animation Studios, new dining options, a relaxing rooftop
pool and play court area and a renovated fitness center. Character artwork and
concept renderings throughout the hotel illustrate Pixar stories, such as
“Finding Nemo,” “Inside Out” and “Soul.”
“We are looking to turbocharge expansion at Disneyland
Resort over the coming years, and the transformation of Pixar Place Hotel
is a demonstration of how we’re creating high-quality guest experiences infused
with our most popular stories,” said Disneyland Resort President Ken Potrock.
“With upgraded accommodations and amenities, plus stylish
Pixar flair throughout, Pixar Place Hotel is proud to deliver an elevated,
distinctly Disney experience that only comes with staying at the Disneyland
Resort,” said Pixar Place Hotel general manager Ron Silagyi.
The hotel is designed to evoke the inspiration and humor in
every Pixar film while celebrating the artistic process. Showcasing early
sketches to finished design, the décor depicts memorable moments from Pixar
stories and reveals never-before-seen artwork.
“At Pixar, our mission is to tell great stories. And nothing
is more exciting than when we see those stories come to life in Disney parks.
Pixar Place Hotel at the Disneyland Resort is the perfect example – it’s like
walking into a world of Pixar. It’s truly immersive, and we’re thrilled to have
collaborated with Walt Disney Imagineering to make such an experience possible
for guests,” said Pixar Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter.
The redesigned lobby is landmarked by a sculpture of the
iconic Pixar Lamp balancing atop its ball. Floating from the skylight, a mobile
represents the beginning stages of Pixar filmmaking.
Upon late 2024 completion, the hotel will offer 479 total
guest rooms, including two new, two-bedroom themed signature suites, plus a new
concierge lounge. The colorful Coco Suite pays tribute to Miguel and his
family’s legacy while the midcentury modern Incredibles Suite features Parr
family memorabilia with a spy-fi twist.
Rooftop recreation areas have been upgraded and offer an
ideal spot for fireworks viewing. Guests can lounge by the Pixel Pool, frolic
in the “Finding Nemo”-themed splash pad, Nemo’s Cove, or take on the 186-foot-long
Crush’s Surfin’ Slide.
Three new dining locations operated by Southern California’s
Great Maple offer American classics. The spacious Great Maple restaurant on the
ground floor serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.
The Sketch Pad Café, a grab-and-go has assorted pastries,
coffee and tea. Opening in early March, the rooftop pool bar Small Bytes will carry
beverages, salads, wraps and cheese plates. Great Maple will also provide food
and beverage service to the Creators Club concierge lounge when it opens.
Unique benefits with stays at Pixar Place Hotel, Disneyland
Hotel and Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa include the ever-popular 30-minute
early entry to the theme parks. The hotel is within walking distance to the
Disneyland Resort theme parks and Downtown Disney District, and overnight
guests have access to the hotel’s dedicated entrance to Disney California
Adventure Park.
Additional benefits include the ability to check in and make
select charges to hotel rooms with the Disneyland app, plus preferred access to
a limited number of dining reservations at select hotel table-service
restaurants.
Pixar Place Hotel is among the many ways guests can
experience Pixar storytelling across the Disneyland Resort. From April 26
through Aug. 4, 2024, the limited-time Pixar Fest returns with the all-new
“Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” daytime parade at Disney
California Adventure Park and the heartwarming “Together Forever – A Pixar
Nighttime Spectacular” at Disneyland Park.
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