Disneyland is always a favorite summertime escape for Arizonans—especially when little ones are in the picture. Check into the newly renovated Hyatt Regency Orange County, which offers a swift trip to the theme park and plenty of luxe perks for mom and pop.
After a $25 million remodel, Hyatt Regency Orange County is one of Anaheim’s premier hotels for those wanting close proximity to Disneyland as well as a few bells and whistles that are sure to keep mom and dad—and the kiddos—grinning from (Mickey Mouse) ear to ear. Upon arrival, guests check into one of 654 rooms or 241 suites (87 of which are kid’s suites). Each suite boasts cool, contemporary design and plenty of space for rest and relaxation between park visits. The popular kid’s suites include a conjoined bedroom that is made specifically for the little ones to enjoy, with a bunk bed that can fit up to three kids,and a kid-size table, perfect for coloring or mealtime.
Apart from the kid-friendly accommodations, dining is a huge draw to the Hyatt Regency Orange County. The hotel is home to OC Brewhouse, which offers ice-cold local beers and pre-game-ready eats. Anaheim Angels fans are even invited to OC Brewhouse prior to baseball games for dining specials and a $10 shuttle ride to the park. TusCA dishes up California-meets-Tuscany cuisine in a welcoming, opening atmosphere. (Both restaurants are part of the resort’s open-air atrium/lobby.) The spinach gnocchi is a must-try while the breakfast buffet is sure to impress.
A spot to see-and-be-seen at Hyatt Regency Orange County is at one of the pools—one that is surrounded by palm trees for some shade-filled family fun and another that is a bit more private that grown-ups are sure to enjoy for some peace and quiet. If that’s not enough to keep you busy on hotel grounds, it is also home to a 24-hour fitness center, tennis courts and a basketball courts (equipment can be borrowed from the hotel).
While getting to hang out on bunk beds in the kid’s suites and playing by the pool are enough to get any parent a No. 1 mom or dad prize, Hyatt Regency Orange County is less than one mile away from the Happiest Place on Earth. To make things even more convenient, the resort has a Disney concierge to assist in guests’ theme park pursuits as well as a complimentary shuttle that brings guests to and fro Disney every half hour. Happiest Place on Earth, indeed. http://orangecounty.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels.
