At the 2022 D23 Expo, we learned that Disneyland’s Paradise Pier Hotel is being re-themed to be allllll about Pixar!

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Not only that, but Disney shared that the re-themed hotel will be named Pixar Place Hotel, and it will “weave the artistry of Pixar into its comfortable, contemporary setting.” We hadn’t heard many updates from Disney, but we recently stopped by to check it out for ourselves and saw some new changes!

Chairman of the Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products division, Josh D’Amaro, announced that Pixar Place Hotel will be a spot where you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a Pixar art gallery. You’ll also find new interpretations of your favorite Pixar pals…

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…and what looks like looks like a very special Finding Nemo-themed splash pad.

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Disney also shared that the team from Great Maple will open a restaurant on the first floor and operate the other food and drink locations at the hotel. Sounds like guests are in for an exciting new hotel experience AND delicious eats.

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We also got to see a glimpse of the new stripes that have been painted on the side of the hotel — looking colorful like a Pixar movie already. We can’t wait to see what sort of characters show up and are featured here.

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Regarding guests staying at Paradise Pier as the transformation to the Pixar Pier Hotel takes place, Disney has shared that “while we work our magic, the comfort and enjoyment of our guests is our top priority. Hotel amenities—including the direct entrance for hotel Guests into Disney California Adventure Park—will continue to remain open.”

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In the meantime, check-in at Paradise Pier Hotel has moved to the Pacific Ballroom, with guests being required to enter from the hotel’s rear entrance. Mickey in Paradise merchandise has been related to the Pacific Ballroom. It is open from 7AM to 10PM daily with limited offerings for guests to purchase.

Stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates from Disneyland and the Pixar Place Hotel!

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Will you be staying at this new hotel? Let us know in the comments!