Disney Newport Bay Club Review: Is It Worth Staying at Disneyland Paris?
If you're planning a trip to Disneyland Paris, choosing the right hotel can make a big difference to your overall experience. During our recent visit, we stayed at Disney Newport Bay Club as a family of three and wanted to share our honest thoughts on what it's really like to stay at one of Disneyland Paris' most popular on-site hotels.
Our Stay at Disney Newport Bay Club
Disney Newport Bay Club is a 4-star Disney hotel located on the shores of Lake Disney, just a short walk from both Disneyland Park and Disney Adventure World Park.
Inspired by the grand seaside resorts of New England, the hotel features a coastal theme throughout, with elegant décor, nautical touches, and subtle Disney details.
With more than 1,000 rooms, it's one of the largest hotels at Disneyland Paris and offers a range of accommodation options for couples, families, and larger groups.
Location and Convenience
One of the biggest advantages of staying at Newport Bay Club is its location.
The hotel is approximately a 10 to 15-minute walk from the parks, with a pleasant route through Disney Village along the way. Complimentary shuttle buses are also available for guests who prefer not to walk.
For our family, being able to return to the hotel during the day for a break was incredibly convenient and helped make our park days feel much more relaxed.
Our Room
We stayed in a Superior Lake Side Room featuring two comfortable double beds and views towards Lake Disney.
The room felt spacious by European standards and included:
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Air conditioning and heating
Television with Disney and international channels
Tea and coffee facilities
In-room safe
Hairdryer
Plenty of storage space
Baby cot (upon request)
One thing worth noting is that standard rooms do not typically include a mini fridge, which may be important for some families.
Hotel Facilities
The leisure facilities were one of the highlights of our stay.
Guests have access to:
Indoor heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool (seasonal)
Children's splash area with a large ship-themed play structure
Whirlpool spa
Sauna
Steam room
Fitness centre
Pool towels are provided free of charge and there are spacious changing rooms with lockers, showers, toilets, and private changing cubicles.
For children, there's also Little Captains' Corner, which offers colouring activities, games, and Disney shows throughout the day.
We also enjoyed completing the complimentary Discovery Quest treasure hunt around the hotel, which ends with a small prize from the gift shop.
Extra Magic Time
One of our favourite benefits of staying at a Disney hotel was Extra Magic Time.
This perk allows Disney hotel guests to enter selected parks before official opening hours.
On some mornings, we were able to experience major attractions with little to no wait, making a huge difference to our overall park experience.
For us, this was one of the most valuable benefits included with our stay.
Character Meet and Greets
Another lovely touch was the opportunity to meet Disney characters within the hotel.
Depending on the day, guests may have the chance to meet characters such as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and Goofy, often dressed in themed nautical outfits.
Compared to the parks, these meet and greets felt more relaxed and often involved shorter queues.
Dining Options
Disney Newport Bay Club offers several dining options including:
Cape Cod
A family-friendly buffet restaurant serving breakfast and dinner.
Yacht Club
A table-service restaurant offering seafood, steak, and New England-inspired dishes.
Captain's Quarters
A comfortable lounge bar serving drinks, coffee, and light snacks overlooking Lake Disney.
Although we didn't purchase a meal plan during our stay, it was reassuring to know there were plenty of dining options available within the hotel and nearby Disney Village.
Watch Our Full Video Review
🎥 Watch our Disneyland Paris journey on YouTube: The Atlas Journey. You can watch our complete Disney Newport Bay Club review where we take you inside the hotel, show the facilities, and share our full experience.
Was It Worth It?
For our family, yes!
The combination of location, convenience, Extra Magic Time, hotel character experiences, and comfortable facilities made Newport Bay Club a fantastic base for exploring Disneyland Paris.
While it may not be the cheapest option available, we felt the added convenience and Disney atmosphere enhanced our overall experience.
Would we stay here again?
Absolutely!