Disneyland Hotel.

Opened in 1955 as the first official Disney-branded property, the Disneyland Hotel blends mid-century modern lines with nostalgia for the park’s classic era. Its three original towers—themed around Fantasyland, Adventureland, and Frontierland—are joined by the contemporary Discovery Tower, creating a resort campus steps from Downtown Disney and the park gates. Inside, guest rooms feature whimsical touches like light-up Sleeping Beauty Castle headboards, while the pool area anchors the outdoor space with two towering waterslides designed to look like retro Monorails. Beyond the easy park access and early entry perks, the hotel keeps the magic going with character dining at Goofy’s Kitchen and the immersive, mid-century-inspired Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar.