A magical journey is just a step away!
Disneyland Paris, as I'm sure you know, is a place full of many fantastic attractions and shows, as well as some great shopping and dining experiences, all to ensure that we have the most magical and memorable holiday as possible. There are so many things to experience at Disneyland Paris that you could easily be forgiven for missing some of these out, either because you didn't see them, or because you simply didn't have the time. Most visitors tend to flock to the more popular attractions, like Pirates of the Caribbean for example, and I find that there are a lot of the same attractions that people like to leave out. I thought I would show a bit of love for these attractions which I think are very underrated, I know there are quite a few fans of them out there. The following is a personal guide to everything that I find underrated at Disneyland Paris. Other than attractions, I will be covering all aspects of the Disneyland Paris resort that I find underrated, including both of the parks, the restaurants, the shops, Disney Village, and also the hotels.
Disneyland Park
Ladies and gentlemen, I welcome you to the Disneyland Park!
The Disneyland Park is simply majestical! It is a true work of art. I would even argue that it is more beautiful than the Magic Kingdom park at Walt Disney World in Florida. There are so many iconic attractions to be found at the Disneyland Park, including it's very unique versions of classic Disney rides like Pirates of the Caribbean and Big Thunder Mountain. The park's version of the Haunted Mansion ride, Phantom Manor, is another favourite for many fans, as is Space Mountain: Mission 2, the only Space Mountain of it's kind. Of course, most visitors rate these as the best attractions in the park, which I would have to agree with.
Phantom Manor is waiting for you...
So what do I find underrated about the Disneyland Park you ask? Well there are quite a few things! In terms of actual lands, I would say Discoveryland is the most underrated. This is for a number of reasons. Fans of the Disneyland Park generally agree that Fantasyland and Frontierland are their favourite lands in the park. I do agree that they are amazing lands, especially Frontierland with it's fantastic Wild West theme, and a truly inspired setting for Big Thunder Mountain. Discoveryland though, is actually quite a beautiful setting itself. It is essentially the Disneyland Paris version of Tomorrowland from the other parks. It should be remembered though that Discoveryland is very unique because it is the only version of it's kind. You won't find another Discoveryland at any other Disney resort, although Tokyo DisneySea is very similar in terms of theming. Discoveryland took it's theming from the futuristic novels of Jules Verne, and there are many references to his books throughout Discoveryland. One such example is Les Mysteres du Nautilus, an attraction based on Verne's novel '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea'. This is perhaps one of the most underrated attractions in the whole of Disneyland Paris. To be honest, I think a lot visitors don't even think it is an attraction. A lot of visitors see the Nautilus submarine docking outside Space Mountain: Mission 2 and think that it is just part of the scenery. Those who have not experienced it are really missing out because I think it is one of the best themed attractions at the park. For those who have not experienced it, Les Mysteres du Nautilus is a walkthrough attraction which allows guests to wander around various chambers of the famous submarine. You'll see sleeping quarters, Captain Nemo's pipe organ, and even experience a giant squid attack! It really is a worthwhile experience, even if you only visit it once. It should also be remembered that the attraction (apart from being based on Jules Verne's novel) is also based on the Disney live action film '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea', starring James Mason and Kirk Douglas. In my opinion, definitely one not to be missed!
Lots of mysteries to be discovered in the Nautilus.
Another part of the Disneyland Park that doesn't always get a lot of mention is Adventureland. Although it is home to fan favourites like Pirates of the Caribbean and Indiana Jones, it is also home to Adventure Isle, a little island which features La Cabane des Robinson (Swiss Family Treehouse) and Spyglass Hill caves. While I agree that the Swiss Family Treehouse is a very simple attraction, I do think that it is fantastically themed, and walking to the highest point of the tree offers some of the best views of the Disneyland Park. There isn't an awful lot to see but it is nice to imagine what it would be like to live in such an amazing treehouse, based on the Disney classic 'Swiss Family Robinson', starring John Mills. You will also hear the 'Swissapolka' song continuously playing on an organ while you walk around, and my word, it is catchy! Come to think of it, the catchy little song makes the experience all that much better! I have only experienced the Swiss Family Treehouse once but I would definitely like to do it again. When I did visit it last year, it was during the evening, and the atmosphere was amazing, especially with the views of Sleeping Beauty Castle in the distance, all lit up for the evening performance of Dreams. Again, this is one not to be missed, although I can understand why some people might only want to experience it just the once.
The Swiss Family Robinson's organ.
Swiss Family Treehouse.
I also mentioned that on Adventure Isle is Spyglass Hill, a fantastic setting full of many caves for all of you keen adventurers to explore. Children especially love it, searching for long lost treasure, and even finding the skeletal remains of some pirates! Spyglass Hill is definitely worth a visit. Most visitors use Spyglass Hill as a walkthrough, so understandably miss out the caves, which is a big shame. From the outside, Spyglass Hill is very photogenic, with it's cave made to look like a skull, a bit like something out of 'The Goonies'! If you have some spare time, the Spyglass Hill caves are definitely worth a look. Plus, you never know what you might find!
Spyglass Hill caves. Beware of pirates!
Frontierland, as I mentioned earlier, is one of the finest parts of the Disneyland Park. There aren't many things that I would say are underrated in this part of the park. If I had to choose one though, I would say Thunder Mesa Riverboat Landing. Many visitors do ride the riverboats but to be honest, not many talk about it afterwards. Some visitors think that there is not an awful lot to see when riding the riverboats. I agree to an extent but I do think that the riverboats offer a nice relaxing experience from the hustle and bustle of the park. Some of the set pieces on the riverboats route are in serious need of some TLC, especially the defunct geysers. Big Thunder Mountain is currently undergoing a big refurbishment in preparation for next year's 25th anniversary celebrations, and word is that the Thunder Mesa Riverboat Landing will be getting refurbished too, so fingers crossed!
All abroad the Molly Brown!
Now you're probably going to think I'm crazy about this next one but I actually believe that parts of Fantasyland are quite underrated! As crazy as I may sound, I actually think that Sleeping Beauty Castle itself is underrated! I agree that Sleeping Beauty Castle from the outside is beautiful, like most people I have taken countless photos of it, but there are two elements to the castle that a lot of people miss. First, is La Taniere du Dragon, where visitors can dare to witness the dragon guarding the castle in his lair. Second, is Sleeping Beauty's Gallery, where visitors can look at beautiful tapestries, fantastic stained glass windows, and other features, all telling the story of Sleeping Beauty. It is her castle after all! I personally think some of the best things at Disneyland Paris are the walkthrough attractions, like the ones found at Sleeping Beauty Castle. It's just nice to explore at your own relaxing pace. The dragon's lair in particular is an amazing setting. The 89ft long animatronic dragon is truly an awe-inspiring sight, although it might frighten the little ones. He likes to sleep for most of the day, so try not to wake him up! After all, you wouldn't want to upset a dragon now would you!
Sleeping Beauty Castle. Probably the most photogenic part of the park.
Don't wake him up!
Fantasyland features two more attractions which I think are very underrated, Alice's Curious Labyrinth and Le Pays des Contes de Fees. Alice's Curious Labyrinth never opens during the Extra Magic Hours, so there can be a large crowd of people there during midday. Most people though, will skip this one. A lot of visitors tend to think that it is just an ordinary maze but being Disney, this is certainly no ordinary maze! The maze is full of lots of fun audio-animatronics from Alice In Wonderland, as well as some fun water special effects, which can be very welcoming if it's a hot day at the park! There are also lots of fun photo opportunities inside the maze. The Cheshire Cat flowerbed is a popular photo spot, especially if you want to take a selfie! At the centre of the maze is the Queen of Heart's Castle. Visitors can reach the top of the castle, which when you reach the top will offer some fantastic views of Fantasyland, as well as the Sleeping Beauty Castle in the distance. Even though it's not a ride, it is definitely one of my favourite attractions in Fantasyland. Plus, I can never pass up the opportunity to take lots of photos, and Alice's Curious Labyrinth is the perfect place for that!
I love this place!
A perfect place for a photo!
Just around the corner from Alice's Curious Labyrinth is Le Pays des Contes de Fees, or when translated into English, The Land of Fairy Tales. Honestly, this is such a lovely ride and it's sad that barely any people talk about it when discussing the park. The Land of Fairy Tales is a boat ride through different miniature settings of Disney films, like 'Beauty and the Beast' and 'The Little Mermaid'. The attention to detail in the miniature sets is simply breathtaking. When riding I love to spot all the little characters! This is such a lovely ride because the boats move around in a very leisurely pace and you can sit back and relax. Obviously it isn't one for the thrill seekers but I do think that it is a nice departure from the thrills of most of the other rides. I just find it a really enjoyable and relaxing experience.
Walt Disney Studios
Well that's everything that I personally think is underrated at the Disneyland Park. Now onto Walt Disney Studios. When discussing Walt Disney Studios with my many Disney friends, it is clear that the park is very underrated, especially when you compare it to the Disneyland Park next door, but in all fairness, it does have some very good aspects to it. I'm also a massive film fan, so the film studios theme is a winner with me, even if that theming is somewhat lacking. With the recent additions of Toy Story Playland and Ratatouille, Walt Disney Studios could see a new lease of life in the coming years.
In terms of underrated attractions, I'm going to begin with one that I think is criminally underrated, Cinemagique! Now I am going to be extremely biased about this one because it is my favourite attraction in the whole of Disneyland Paris. Cinemagique, in the Production Courtyard area of the park, is just fantastic in my eyes! It is the perfect Disney attraction to me. If you haven't watched Cinemagique, it is a live theatre show celebrating the magic of cinema. We are shown a sequence of old film clips when all of a sudden a phone rings and a member of the audience answers it. Cinema ushers chase the man onto the stage. The actors on the screen spot the man on the stage, then all of a sudden, he is transported into the film! The man, George, is transported into various film scenes through the years, including the likes of 'Titanic' and 'Star Wars'. I won't give too much away but I just think the film is absolutely brilliant, as are the special effects, especially seeing the audience member suddenly transported onto the screen, it's just pure Disney magic! The character of George on screen is played by Martin Short, who delivers a hilarious performance! The reason I say that this is 'criminally' underrated is because I hardly ever hear people mention it, and when they do, it's not normally good things. Considering most of us in this day and age are film lovers, I would have thought that this was more popular. The story is good, the special effects are brilliant, there's not much to dislike! I do know a few fans of the attraction though, so there are some of us out there! I could go on about my love for this attraction, but I might leave that for another blog one day!
Situated in the Production Courtyard area is another place I find underrated, this time not an attraction, but a shop. The one I'm referring to is Tower Gifts, the gift shop for Tower of Terror. While I don't always ride Tower of Terror on every visit to the park, I do always visit the gift shop. The theming inside the shop really keeps together with the theming of the ride. The shop has a real Art Deco theme about it. You feel like you are stepping back in time when walking around this shop. It also offers some very unique 'Hollywood Tower Hotel' merchandise based around the Tower of Terror attraction. I myself bought a 'Hollywood Tower Hotel' Do Not Disturb Sign. The shop also offers some very unique clothing merchandise, where I also bought a trilby hat.
I would actually argue that the Walt Disney Studios park has some of the best themed shops to be found at Disneyland Paris. Another fantastic shop, in the Backlot area, is Rock Around The Shop, the gift shop for, you guessed it, Rock N' Roller Coaster! The shop sells merchandise themed around music, mostly rock music in particular. It sells the standard merchandise like t-shirts and hats. You can even buy drumsticks there! I personally think that Rock N' Roller Coaster is the best roller coaster at Disneyland Paris, and with an Aerosmith soundtrack, it's an absolute stormer! Recently, there has been a lot of talk of the ride getting re-themed very soon, with talks of a Marvel theme. No offence to any of you Marvel fans, but I really hope that doesn't happen. I think the ride works perfectly well as a rock music themed roller coaster, and hopefully it will stay that way! Some people argue that Aerosmith aren't a popular enough band to front a ride like Rock N' Roller Coaster but I completely disagree. While yes they are most popular in their native America, the band is still very well known around the world, especially in Europe. I think having a classic band like Aerosmith front the ride is a safe choice. You wouldn't want a modern band to front the attraction who break up after a couple of albums, which is more common these days.
Tucked away in the Backlot area is a truly hidden gem! The little gem I'm referring to is Cafe des Cascadeurs, an authentic American metal diner. It is situated just opposite the entrance to Moteurs… Action! Stunt Show Spectacular. I've never eaten at the diner but I think it looks fantastic, and theming is truly authentic, especially when you consider the history behind it. Believe it or not, the little metal diner was originally built in 1950! It originated from New Jersey, New York, where it was known as 'The Excellent Diner'. In 1995 it was shipped to Germany. Not a lot is known about what happened before it reached the Walt Disney Studios park, although the whole interior had to be remodelled. The little theme to Cafe des Cascadeurs is that it is an American diner for the stunt show performers to take breaks in. This is just the story of course as you're not likely to ever find the real stunt performers eating at the diner! It is a lovely addition to the park though and sadly, not many people seem to dine there. It is only open seasonly now, which means it does tend to get busy from time to time. If it is open on my next visit then I think I will definitely be paying a visit!
The Art of Disney Animation, in the Toon Studios area, is another attraction that a lot of people miss out. Although the attraction is in French, there are headphones available so you can listen in English if preferred. The show is a little theatre presentation with a Cast Member and Mushu from Mulan. It details the history of Walt Disney and how he changed the history of animated films. While the theatre show isn't anything to really brag about, the exit area is a hidden gem. The exit area features lots of exhibits where visitors can interact with the films. One exhibit even allows visitors to overdub classic Disney scenes with their own voices. I have to say I did have some fun with that exhibit in particular. Perhaps the best feature in this area is the drawing classes. Visitors are given the chance to take part in a free art class of how to draw Mickey Mouse authentically, guided by an attentive Cast Member. The classes are normally presented in different languages as the Cast Member will ask which nationalities the attendees are and they will try their best to present it in more than one language. You have to really praise them for that. One of the best things about the exit exhibits is that you can see them without watching The Art of Disney Animation, so you can just walk straight into the exit area from outside.
A lovely ride. Definitely a perfect place to relax for a few minutes.
Walt Disney Studios
Welcome to Walt Disney Studios!
Well that's everything that I personally think is underrated at the Disneyland Park. Now onto Walt Disney Studios. When discussing Walt Disney Studios with my many Disney friends, it is clear that the park is very underrated, especially when you compare it to the Disneyland Park next door, but in all fairness, it does have some very good aspects to it. I'm also a massive film fan, so the film studios theme is a winner with me, even if that theming is somewhat lacking. With the recent additions of Toy Story Playland and Ratatouille, Walt Disney Studios could see a new lease of life in the coming years.
It's just like being in the heart of Paris!
In terms of underrated attractions, I'm going to begin with one that I think is criminally underrated, Cinemagique! Now I am going to be extremely biased about this one because it is my favourite attraction in the whole of Disneyland Paris. Cinemagique, in the Production Courtyard area of the park, is just fantastic in my eyes! It is the perfect Disney attraction to me. If you haven't watched Cinemagique, it is a live theatre show celebrating the magic of cinema. We are shown a sequence of old film clips when all of a sudden a phone rings and a member of the audience answers it. Cinema ushers chase the man onto the stage. The actors on the screen spot the man on the stage, then all of a sudden, he is transported into the film! The man, George, is transported into various film scenes through the years, including the likes of 'Titanic' and 'Star Wars'. I won't give too much away but I just think the film is absolutely brilliant, as are the special effects, especially seeing the audience member suddenly transported onto the screen, it's just pure Disney magic! The character of George on screen is played by Martin Short, who delivers a hilarious performance! The reason I say that this is 'criminally' underrated is because I hardly ever hear people mention it, and when they do, it's not normally good things. Considering most of us in this day and age are film lovers, I would have thought that this was more popular. The story is good, the special effects are brilliant, there's not much to dislike! I do know a few fans of the attraction though, so there are some of us out there! I could go on about my love for this attraction, but I might leave that for another blog one day!
A tribute to cinema, starring Martin Short and Julie Delpy.
Martin Short, lapping it up in the world of Mary Poppins.
Situated in the Production Courtyard area is another place I find underrated, this time not an attraction, but a shop. The one I'm referring to is Tower Gifts, the gift shop for Tower of Terror. While I don't always ride Tower of Terror on every visit to the park, I do always visit the gift shop. The theming inside the shop really keeps together with the theming of the ride. The shop has a real Art Deco theme about it. You feel like you are stepping back in time when walking around this shop. It also offers some very unique 'Hollywood Tower Hotel' merchandise based around the Tower of Terror attraction. I myself bought a 'Hollywood Tower Hotel' Do Not Disturb Sign. The shop also offers some very unique clothing merchandise, where I also bought a trilby hat.
The Hollywood Tower Hotel, home to Tower Gifts.
I would actually argue that the Walt Disney Studios park has some of the best themed shops to be found at Disneyland Paris. Another fantastic shop, in the Backlot area, is Rock Around The Shop, the gift shop for, you guessed it, Rock N' Roller Coaster! The shop sells merchandise themed around music, mostly rock music in particular. It sells the standard merchandise like t-shirts and hats. You can even buy drumsticks there! I personally think that Rock N' Roller Coaster is the best roller coaster at Disneyland Paris, and with an Aerosmith soundtrack, it's an absolute stormer! Recently, there has been a lot of talk of the ride getting re-themed very soon, with talks of a Marvel theme. No offence to any of you Marvel fans, but I really hope that doesn't happen. I think the ride works perfectly well as a rock music themed roller coaster, and hopefully it will stay that way! Some people argue that Aerosmith aren't a popular enough band to front a ride like Rock N' Roller Coaster but I completely disagree. While yes they are most popular in their native America, the band is still very well known around the world, especially in Europe. I think having a classic band like Aerosmith front the ride is a safe choice. You wouldn't want a modern band to front the attraction who break up after a couple of albums, which is more common these days.
Prepare to rock and roll!
Tucked away in the Backlot area is a truly hidden gem! The little gem I'm referring to is Cafe des Cascadeurs, an authentic American metal diner. It is situated just opposite the entrance to Moteurs… Action! Stunt Show Spectacular. I've never eaten at the diner but I think it looks fantastic, and theming is truly authentic, especially when you consider the history behind it. Believe it or not, the little metal diner was originally built in 1950! It originated from New Jersey, New York, where it was known as 'The Excellent Diner'. In 1995 it was shipped to Germany. Not a lot is known about what happened before it reached the Walt Disney Studios park, although the whole interior had to be remodelled. The little theme to Cafe des Cascadeurs is that it is an American diner for the stunt show performers to take breaks in. This is just the story of course as you're not likely to ever find the real stunt performers eating at the diner! It is a lovely addition to the park though and sadly, not many people seem to dine there. It is only open seasonly now, which means it does tend to get busy from time to time. If it is open on my next visit then I think I will definitely be paying a visit!
Cafe des Cascadeurs.
A great photo opportunity outside the American diner.
The Art of Disney Animation, in the Toon Studios area, is another attraction that a lot of people miss out. Although the attraction is in French, there are headphones available so you can listen in English if preferred. The show is a little theatre presentation with a Cast Member and Mushu from Mulan. It details the history of Walt Disney and how he changed the history of animated films. While the theatre show isn't anything to really brag about, the exit area is a hidden gem. The exit area features lots of exhibits where visitors can interact with the films. One exhibit even allows visitors to overdub classic Disney scenes with their own voices. I have to say I did have some fun with that exhibit in particular. Perhaps the best feature in this area is the drawing classes. Visitors are given the chance to take part in a free art class of how to draw Mickey Mouse authentically, guided by an attentive Cast Member. The classes are normally presented in different languages as the Cast Member will ask which nationalities the attendees are and they will try their best to present it in more than one language. You have to really praise them for that. One of the best things about the exit exhibits is that you can see them without watching The Art of Disney Animation, so you can just walk straight into the exit area from outside.
Art of Disney Animation.
That's pretty much all of the things that I find underrated at Walt Disney Studios. Before I carry on, I would just like to wish Walt Disney Studios a very happy birthday! As I'm writing this, the park has just celebrated it's 14th year of operations. Scary to think it's that old already, I can clearly remember when it opened. Anyway, onto my next subject!
Disney Village
Now this wouldn't be a blog without me mentioning my favourite place Disney Village, and my word, that place is underrated! Disney Village is my favourite aspect of the Disneyland Paris resort. I just love the atmosphere there. I love the shops, the restaurants, the bars. I love listening to the music while walking around. The atmosphere at night is especially fantastic. I have never really understood some of the hate that Disney Village gets. It has changed a lot since it first opened back in 1992. The original theming is still intact, although it has changed drastically in the last 10 years. In my opinion, Disney Village is one of the unsung heroes at the Disneyland Paris resort. It is one of the best places on site for dining and shopping experiences. While most of the shops at Disney Village are generally well received, especially the recent World of Disney store, the restaurants are not all held in high regard. Two in particular, are Planet Hollywood and Rainforest Cafe. I love both of these, so I will go into a little bit of detail about both.
Planet Hollywood is easily my favourite restaurant in the whole of Disneyland Paris. As I mentioned, I'm a film fanatic, so this place is heaven for me. Planet Hollywood is packed with film memorabilia on the walls and serves a very American menu, with the likes of burgers and steaks. Planet Hollywood is an American chain restaurant, and has many locations around the world, including locations at London and Walt Disney World in Florida. Honestly, I have never ever had a bad meal at the Planet Hollywood at Disney Village. The food is always lovely and the service is always good. I can understand that one bad meal may put people off from going but I think people should give it a second chance. It is still popular with a lot of visitors though, but for some reason, a lot of Brits don't appear to be fans. Personally, I love it! I would recommend it to anyone.
Rainforest Cafe is another restaurant in Disney Village that divides opinion. A majority of people like it but there are still quite a few that dislike it. Rainforest Cafe is another American chain. Just like Planet Hollywood, it also has locations in London and at Walt Disney World in Florida. I think the Rainforest Cafe is brilliant because it is almost like an attraction itself. Inside the restaurant features lots of animatronic animals, like gorillas and elephants that come to life every few minutes. The atmosphere inside is amazing, you really do feel like you're in a rainforest! I've eaten here quite a few times and have always had very good service from the waiting staff, who are all dressed up like explorers. The food is a bit more diverse than Planet Hollywood, which is possibly why it has more fans than Planet Hollywood. I love both restaurants and just think it's a shame they're not held in as high regard as I think they should be. I would definitely say these are the two most underrated restaurants at Disney Village.
Disney Hotels
Now the Disneyland Paris hotels all divide opinion because we all have our favourites, which is completely natural. One thing I do find unfair though is that some people like to slate the Hotel Cheyenne and Hotel Santa Fe, just because they are the cheaper hotels. There's nothing wrong with staying at these two hotels, especially if you're on a budget. Also in all fairness, these are still two very nice hotels. Just because they are less expensive to stay in doesn't mean that they are not as nice. I'm personally not a massive fan of the Disneyland Hotel and would quite happily rather stay at the Cheyenne or Santa Fe. I have never stayed at the Hotel Cheyenne but I have gone for a walk around the hotel and loved the theming. It's a bit like an extension of Frontierland from the Disneyland Park. I know the rooms are less basic than some of the other hotels but in all fairness, you don't spend a lot of the holiday in your room do you. I can definitely vouch for the Hotel Santa Fe as I stayed there for the first time last year. I didn't know what to expect but was very pleasantly surprised. While I agree the theming isn't spectacular, it is still very easy on the eye. I loved the hotel's restaurant, La Cantina. We eat there every morning for breakfast and also dined there two nights during our stay. The Cast Members at the Hotel Santa Fe were brilliant, some of the best we experienced on our trip.
That just about covers everything now. I hope you have enjoyed reading this blog. It's been quite a joy to write as I always like to share some love for the underrated things at Disneyland Paris. Thank you for reading!
Disney Village
Disney Village.
Now this wouldn't be a blog without me mentioning my favourite place Disney Village, and my word, that place is underrated! Disney Village is my favourite aspect of the Disneyland Paris resort. I just love the atmosphere there. I love the shops, the restaurants, the bars. I love listening to the music while walking around. The atmosphere at night is especially fantastic. I have never really understood some of the hate that Disney Village gets. It has changed a lot since it first opened back in 1992. The original theming is still intact, although it has changed drastically in the last 10 years. In my opinion, Disney Village is one of the unsung heroes at the Disneyland Paris resort. It is one of the best places on site for dining and shopping experiences. While most of the shops at Disney Village are generally well received, especially the recent World of Disney store, the restaurants are not all held in high regard. Two in particular, are Planet Hollywood and Rainforest Cafe. I love both of these, so I will go into a little bit of detail about both.
Planet Hollywood is easily my favourite restaurant in the whole of Disneyland Paris. As I mentioned, I'm a film fanatic, so this place is heaven for me. Planet Hollywood is packed with film memorabilia on the walls and serves a very American menu, with the likes of burgers and steaks. Planet Hollywood is an American chain restaurant, and has many locations around the world, including locations at London and Walt Disney World in Florida. Honestly, I have never ever had a bad meal at the Planet Hollywood at Disney Village. The food is always lovely and the service is always good. I can understand that one bad meal may put people off from going but I think people should give it a second chance. It is still popular with a lot of visitors though, but for some reason, a lot of Brits don't appear to be fans. Personally, I love it! I would recommend it to anyone.
Planet Hollywood, easily my favourite place to dine.
Rainforest Cafe is another restaurant in Disney Village that divides opinion. A majority of people like it but there are still quite a few that dislike it. Rainforest Cafe is another American chain. Just like Planet Hollywood, it also has locations in London and at Walt Disney World in Florida. I think the Rainforest Cafe is brilliant because it is almost like an attraction itself. Inside the restaurant features lots of animatronic animals, like gorillas and elephants that come to life every few minutes. The atmosphere inside is amazing, you really do feel like you're in a rainforest! I've eaten here quite a few times and have always had very good service from the waiting staff, who are all dressed up like explorers. The food is a bit more diverse than Planet Hollywood, which is possibly why it has more fans than Planet Hollywood. I love both restaurants and just think it's a shame they're not held in as high regard as I think they should be. I would definitely say these are the two most underrated restaurants at Disney Village.
Enjoying a Dessert at the Rainforest Cafe.
Disney Hotels
Sequoia Lodge, my favourite hotel at Disneyland Paris.
Now the Disneyland Paris hotels all divide opinion because we all have our favourites, which is completely natural. One thing I do find unfair though is that some people like to slate the Hotel Cheyenne and Hotel Santa Fe, just because they are the cheaper hotels. There's nothing wrong with staying at these two hotels, especially if you're on a budget. Also in all fairness, these are still two very nice hotels. Just because they are less expensive to stay in doesn't mean that they are not as nice. I'm personally not a massive fan of the Disneyland Hotel and would quite happily rather stay at the Cheyenne or Santa Fe. I have never stayed at the Hotel Cheyenne but I have gone for a walk around the hotel and loved the theming. It's a bit like an extension of Frontierland from the Disneyland Park. I know the rooms are less basic than some of the other hotels but in all fairness, you don't spend a lot of the holiday in your room do you. I can definitely vouch for the Hotel Santa Fe as I stayed there for the first time last year. I didn't know what to expect but was very pleasantly surprised. While I agree the theming isn't spectacular, it is still very easy on the eye. I loved the hotel's restaurant, La Cantina. We eat there every morning for breakfast and also dined there two nights during our stay. The Cast Members at the Hotel Santa Fe were brilliant, some of the best we experienced on our trip.
Hotel Cheyenne.
Hotel Santa Fe this way!
That just about covers everything now. I hope you have enjoyed reading this blog. It's been quite a joy to write as I always like to share some love for the underrated things at Disneyland Paris. Thank you for reading!
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