Big changes are coming to Disneyland Resort as Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel completes its transformation into Pixar Place Hotel, the first fully Pixar-themed hotel in the United States. Officially opening on January 30, 2024, the hotel will celebrate the creativity, color, and characters of Pixar Animation Studios.
Step Into the Animation Process in the Lobby
Guests entering the reimagined lobby will be greeted by a kinetic mobile of Pixar characters floating beneath a skylight, symbolizing the early stages of Pixar’s animation process. At the center, the iconic Pixar Lamp and Ball offer the perfect photo op. Guests will be surrounded by art and storyboards that showcase the journey from concept to film.
Inside the Reimagined Guest Rooms
Each guest room will be full of whimsical Pixar touches—from lighting inspired by the Pixar Lamp to Pixar Ball-themed pillows. Headboards will feature color-arranged concept art from films like The Incredibles and Toy Story 3, designed by Pixar artists specifically for the hotel. It’s a cozy, creative space designed to delight fans of all ages.
Great Maple: Upscale Comfort Food Arrives Soon
Opening in November, Great Maple will serve upscale comfort food with signature dishes like:
- Buttermilk Fried Chicken & Maple Bacon Doughnuts
- Cajun Shrimp & Cheddar Biscuit Benedict
- Maple Pecan-Crusted Salmon
- Charred Cauliflower Hummus
Later this fall, additional Pixar-themed dining experiences will debut:
- Sketch Pad Café: A grab-and-go coffee shop offering fresh pastries and premium beverages.
- Small Bytes: A rooftop pool bar featuring salads, wraps, cheese plates, and signature drinks.
Playful Pixar Experiences Already Open
Guests don’t have to wait until January to enjoy Pixar fun:
- Pixel Pool and Nemo’s Cove splash pad feature a Finding Nemo theme
- Crush’s Surfin’ Slide is a 186-foot-long water slide for the whole family
- Fire pits themed to characters like Jack-Jack (The Incredibles) and Anger (Inside Out)
- STOR-E gift shop with Pixar merchandise
- New fitness center featuring a mural of Mike and Sulley from Monsters University
Pixar Place Hotel is shaping up to be a playful, art-filled home base for Disneyland Resort visitors.
