Explorers Hotel is a three-star partner hotel in Magny-le-Hongre, the quiet village just beyond Val d'Europe where several Disneyland Paris partner hotels cluster. A partner hotel sits outside the resort but is approved to serve park visitors, and in practice it usually means a shuttle or a short ride to the gates, a lower price than the Disney-run hotels and a more local feel. Explorers Hotel is aimed squarely at families, with rooms that can sleep several people, a lively atmosphere and an emphasis on play and fun. It is a hotel for visitors who treat the room as a base for rest rather than as part of the holiday, and for those who would rather spend their budget on tickets, meals and souvenirs. Magny-le-Hongre is calm in the evenings, and you can reach Val d'Europe, the outlet village and the golf course within a short drive.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in Magny-le-Hongre, a few minutes from the Marne-la-Vallée-Chessy station and the park entrances. A shuttle to the resort is usually available for partner hotels, and the timetable matters because you will organise your day around it. If you drive, check the parking arrangements, and if you arrive by train, ask about the best route from the station. The RER A connects to central Paris in about forty minutes, which makes a capital day trip straightforward.
Rooms and facilities
Expect practical family rooms with space for children, a restaurant or breakfast room and a bar or lounge. Facilities such as a pool, a games area or evening entertainment can differ with the season, so confirm what is open for your dates. Breakfast is often offered as a buffet at an additional charge, and some packages include park tickets or shuttle passes, which can offer better value than booking separately.
Who it suits
Families with young children, groups of friends and budget-conscious visitors who want a comfortable bed near the parks. It is a sensible alternative for travellers who find the Disney hotels expensive, particularly in school holidays. It is less suited to guests who want the full Disney theming, to couples seeking a quiet spa stay and to those who need to be at the gates at the first minute of the morning. For a calmer, more upscale partner hotel, the Relais Spa and the Crowne Plaza are better choices.
Booking tips
Compare the room rate with the Disney hotels for your dates, and take into account the shuttle and park ticket packages. School holidays, weekends and the Christmas season are expensive, while midweek stays in autumn and early spring are the cheapest. Book family rooms early, ask for quiet rooms away from the road and check the cancellation terms. If you arrive early, ask about luggage storage so that you can go straight to the parks.
Why stay here
- ✓Three-star partner hotel
- ✓Family-friendly rooms
- ✓Shuttle to the resort (check timetable)
- ✓Restaurant or breakfast room
- ✓Bar or lounge (check when you book)
- ✓Quiet Magny-le-Hongre setting
- ✓Parking (check when you book)
- ✓Free Wi-Fi (check when you book)
Good questions
Is Explorers Hotel close to Disneyland Paris?+
It is in Magny-le-Hongre, a few minutes from the station and the parks. A shuttle is usually available, so check the timetable.
Is it a Disney hotel?+
No, it is a partner hotel outside the resort, which is usually cheaper but lacks some on-resort Disney benefits.
Is it suitable for families?+
Yes, it is aimed at families, with rooms that sleep several guests. Ask for family rooms when you book.
