Disney Davy Crockett Ranch is the most different of the Disney-run places to stay at Disneyland Paris. Instead of a large themed hotel, it offers a village of wooden cabins in a wooded setting, away from the busy centre of the resort, in the style of an American frontier camp. The idea suits larger families, groups of friends and travellers who want their own space, a place to cook breakfast and an evening outdoors rather than a lobby and a corridor. Cabins are the main accommodation here, and they usually sleep several people, so the cost per person can compare well with a standard hotel room for a group of four to six. The trade-off is distance: the ranch lies outside the main cluster of hotels near Disney Village, so you need to use the shuttle, a taxi or a car to reach the park entrances. For many guests, the trade is worth it, because mornings are quiet and the setting feels more like a holiday camp than a theme park hotel.
Location and getting around
The ranch sits on the edge of the resort and is best reached by car. A shuttle runs to the park area, and the timetable is worth checking when you book, because you will plan your day around it. If you drive, check the parking arrangements and the cost of parking at the parks themselves. Visitors arriving by train usually take the RER A to Marne-la-Vallée-Chessy and then a taxi or the hotel shuttle. Allow extra time for the last evening shuttle if you plan to stay for the night show.
The cabins and the facilities
Expect cabins with bedrooms, a living area and a kitchen or kitchenette, as well as outdoor space with a terrace or a barbecue area. The exact cabin types, kitchen equipment and bedding arrangements vary, so read the descriptions and ask when you book. The site normally has a reception, a restaurant or a food outlet and play areas, and activities such as pony rides, sports fields or a pool may be offered. Confirm which are available for your dates, since many are seasonal.
Who it suits
Families of four to six or more, groups of friends, and visitors who like self-catering and a quiet setting. It is also useful for guests who plan to drive between Disneyland Paris, Val d'Europe and the wider region. It is less suited to travellers without a car who want to be able to step out of the door and into the parks, to couples who want a hotel with a bar and restaurant service, and to anyone who prefers a themed Disney hotel with a quick walk to the gates.
Booking tips
Cabins are limited in number and sell out for school holidays, summer and Christmas, so book early. Midweek stays outside holidays offer the lowest prices. Compare the total cost with the rate for two hotel rooms, taking into account kitchen savings, shuttle times and any parking fees. Bring groceries or buy basics nearby, ask about linen and cleaning arrangements, and check the cancellation terms. If you want a park view or a short walk to the gates, the Disney hotels around the lake are a better match.
Why stay here
- ✓Wooden forest cabins
- ✓Kitchen or kitchenette (check cabin type)
- ✓Terrace or outdoor space
- ✓Space for large families and groups
- ✓Shuttle to the parks (check timetable)
- ✓Parking on site (check when you book)
- ✓Reception and food outlet (check seasons)
- ✓Play areas for children
Good questions
Is Davy Crockett Ranch close to the parks?+
It is on the edge of the resort, not beside the park gates. Use the shuttle, a taxi or a car, and check the timetable when you book.
Can I cook in the cabins?+
Cabins are self-contained, and many include a kitchen or kitchenette. Check the cabin type and equipment when you book.
Is it good for large groups?+
Yes, the cabins sleep several people, which makes them a practical choice for large families and friends travelling together.
