Disney Newport Bay Club vs Sequoia Lodge: Which Disneyland Paris Hotel Should You Choose?
Planning a trip to Disneyland Paris and trying to decide between Disney Newport Bay Club and Disney Sequoia Lodge?
We recently stayed at both hotels during our Disneyland Paris trips, and although they're both located around beautiful Lake Disney and offer convenient access to the parks, they provide two very different experiences.
If you're wondering which hotel is the better choice for your family, this guide shares our honest experience to help you decide.
At First Glance
Choose Disney Newport Bay Club if you:
Prefer a more premium and elegant atmosphere
Want a modern, polished room
Love beautiful lake views
Don't mind paying a little extra for a 4-star Disney Hotel
Choose Disney Sequoia Lodge if you:
Prefer a cosy woodland atmosphere
Enjoy a quieter, more relaxed hotel
Want a more budget-friendly Disney stay
Don't mind that the hotel is currently being refurbished
First Impressions
Although the hotels are only a short walk apart, they couldn't feel more different.
Disney Newport Bay Club has an elegant New England coastal theme, creating a bright and sophisticated atmosphere from the moment you walk into the lobby. Overlooking Lake Disney, it immediately feels like one of Disneyland Paris' more premium hotels.
Disney Sequoia Lodge offers something completely different. Inspired by American national park lodges, it has a warm woodland theme with timber finishes, stone features and a cosy atmosphere that feels much more relaxed after a busy day in the parks.
Neither hotel is better—they simply offer different styles depending on the type of stay you're looking for.
Comparing the rooms
One of the biggest differences we noticed was the rooms.
While both rooms had a similar layout, Newport Bay Club felt fresher and more contemporary, with a brighter design and a noticeably more premium finish.
Sequoia Lodge, while still comfortable and perfectly suitable for a Disney holiday, felt a little more dated. However, it's important to remember that we visited while Sequoia Lodge was undergoing a major refurbishment. It will be interesting to see how the hotel compares once all renovations are complete.
It's also worth noting that Newport Bay Club is a 4-star Disney Hotel, while Sequoia Lodge is officially a 3-star Disney Hotel, so some of those differences are reflected in the hotel ratings.
Location
One area where both hotels perform exceptionally well is their location. Both are situated around Lake Disney and are within comfortable walking distance of Disneyland Park and Disney Adventure World Park. The walk itself became one of our favourite parts of the day, especially during the evening when the lake is beautifully lit.
For us, there wasn't a significant advantage either way when it came to convenience.
Facilities
At Disney Newport Bay Club, guests have access to the Nantucket Pool & Health Club, which includes both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a fitness room, sauna and steam room. Kids can also enjoy Little Captains' Corner, a dedicated children's play area where younger guests can unwind after a day in the parks.
During our stay at Disney Sequoia Lodge, the Redwood Pool & Health Club—including the swimming pool, fitness room, sauna and steam room—was closed as part of the hotel's major refurbishment. Because of this, we weren't able to experience these facilities firsthand. If you're planning a visit after the refurbishment is complete, it's worth checking the latest updates, as your experience may be quite different from ours.
Sequoia Lodge also features Little Prairie Kids Corner, a children's play area with a woodland-inspired theme, providing another great space for younger guests to enjoy.
However, with the ongoing refurbishment, Sequoia Lodge is expected to offer a much more modern experience in the future, making it an even stronger option for families considering a stay.
Which Hotel Would We Choose?
This really comes down to the type of holiday you're hoping to have.
If you're looking for a more premium Disney experience with elegant surroundings and modern rooms, we'd recommend Disney Newport Bay Club.
If you're after a cosy woodland atmosphere and a more relaxed setting, Disney Sequoia Lodge has plenty of charm—and once the refurbishment is complete, it may become an even stronger option.
For our travel style, Newport Bay Club was the hotel we'd personally choose again. We loved its bright atmosphere, beautiful lakeside location and more refined feel.
That said, we'd happily stay at Sequoia Lodge again in the future, especially to experience the hotel once the refurbishment has been completed.
Watch Our Full Video Review
🎥 Watch our Disneyland Paris journey on YouTube: The Atlas Journey, if you'd like to see both hotels side by side, including the rooms, atmosphere and our complete comparison.
Final Thoughts
Choosing between Disney Newport Bay Club and Disney Sequoia Lodge isn't about finding a "winner"—it's about choosing the hotel that best suits your family and your travel style.
Both offer the magic of staying at a Disney Hotel, easy access to the parks and a unique atmosphere that adds something special to your Disneyland Paris holiday.
We hope our honest comparison has helped make your decision a little easier.