Disney Sequoia Lodge is one of the long-standing Disney hotels at the resort, in Coupvray on the shores of Lake Disney. It is themed as a grand lodge in the American national parks, with a lobby of tall timber beams, stone fireplaces and warm lighting, and rooms decorated in rustic woodland style. The hotel sits next to Disney Newport Bay Club, so the two share the same lakeside setting, and a path along the water leads to Disney Village and the entrances to the parks. It is a large hotel, which means plenty of room types, several places to eat and drink and a lively atmosphere in the evening. The lodge is popular with families because rooms are sized for groups, and the hotel has the sort of themed touches that children enjoy. Prices rise at weekends, in school holidays and across the Christmas season, and rates vary widely by date, so compare a few options before you book.
Location and getting around
The lakeside position is a real asset, giving a calm walk to Disney Village and the parks along the water. Allow roughly fifteen to twenty minutes on foot in each direction, and use the hotel shuttle when children are tired or the weather is poor. Check the current shuttle times and the rules for early park entry for hotel guests when you book, because the benefit and its hours change. The RER station at Marne-la-Vallée-Chessy is reachable on foot, so arrival from Paris is simple.
The rooms and facilities
Expect comfortable rooms with wood-toned decor, with family rooms and larger options for groups, and some rooms with a view of the lake or the forest-style gardens. The hotel has restaurants and a bar, and a pool with themed decoration, though the details change, so check the current facilities for your dates. Breakfast is often a major selling point of Disney hotels, but whether it is included depends on the rate. Compare a package that includes park tickets with booking the room and tickets separately.
Who it suits and what to know: the lodge suits families and groups who want a Disney hotel without the flagship price, and travellers who value atmosphere and a simple routine. It is less ideal if you want to be at the park gate, in which case the Disneyland Hotel is better, or if you prefer a quiet non-themed stay.
Some guests find that the hotel is busy in the evening, because there is plenty going on in the lobby and the dining rooms. If you are visiting at Christmas, book early because Disney hotels sell out.
Why stay here
- ✓Lakeside setting
- ✓Mountain-lodge theming
- ✓Family rooms
- ✓Restaurants and bar
- ✓Swimming pool
- ✓Walkway to Disney Village
- ✓Hotel shuttle to the parks
- ✓Wi-Fi
Good questions
Where is Disney Sequoia Lodge?+
It is in Coupvray beside Lake Disney, next to Disney Newport Bay Club, with a walkway to Disney Village and the parks. Expect a walk of around fifteen to twenty minutes.
Is it a good choice for families?+
Yes, it has family-sized rooms, a themed setting and a simple routine of walking or taking the shuttle to the parks. Check current facilities and guest benefits when you book.
How does it compare with the Disneyland Hotel?+
It is usually cheaper and a little further from the park gate. The Disneyland Hotel is more luxurious and sits at the entrance to Disneyland Park.
