Relais Spa Val d'Europe is a four-star hotel in Chessy, on the edge of the Val d'Europe district, about as close as a partner hotel can get to the Disneyland Paris gates without being inside the resort. The spa in the name is the clue to its character: this is a hotel for people who want to unwind after a day of walking and queuing, with a quieter, more grown-up atmosphere than the themed Disney hotels. Val d'Europe has its own shopping centre, restaurants and cinemas, which gives you evening options that do not involve the park, and La Vallée Village outlet centre is close for a shopping day. For couples, small families and visitors who come for several days, a base like this offers a good balance of comfort, calm and convenience, and it can be better value than the on-resort Disney hotels at busy times.
Location and getting around
Chessy is next to the Marne-la-Vallée-Chessy station, which serves the RER A and some long-distance trains, and the parks are a short walk or a quick shuttle or taxi ride from the station. The RER A takes about forty minutes to central Paris, so a day in the capital is easy to add. Check the distance to the station and the park entrances when you book, along with any shuttle service, because those details shape your mornings.
Spa and facilities
The spa is the main attraction, and guests normally find treatments, a pool or relaxation areas, although access, opening times and prices vary by season and often require a reservation. A four-star hotel generally has air conditioning, a restaurant or breakfast room and a bar, and a range of room types, from standard doubles to family rooms. Check the current list of facilities when you book instead of assuming they are all included in the rate.
Who it suits
Couples who want a spa break near the parks, families with older children and adults who prefer quiet evenings. It is a good fit for visitors who plan to spend time in Val d'Europe, the outlet village or Paris, as well as the parks. It is less suited to families who want the Disney hotel experience, with its theming and early access benefits, to guests who need a Disney shuttle at the door, and to travellers on a tight budget, for whom the Disney Hotel Santa Fe or a budget partner hotel is a better match.
Booking tips
Partner hotels near Val d'Europe often offer better rates than Disney hotels in school holidays, so compare before you decide. Book a spa treatment in advance, ask whether the pool is open to guests of all ages, and look for packages that bundle park tickets. Midweek stays outside holidays are cheapest, and December is expensive because of the Christmas season. If you arrive early or leave late, ask about luggage storage so you can use the day at the parks.
Why stay here
- ✓Four-star hotel in Chessy
- ✓Spa (check treatments and hours)
- ✓Close to Val d'Europe shopping
- ✓Near Marne-la-Vallée-Chessy station
- ✓Family rooms (ask when booking)
- ✓Restaurant or breakfast room
- ✓Air conditioning and free Wi-Fi
- ✓Close to La Vallée Village
Good questions
Is Relais Spa Val d'Europe near the parks?+
It is in Chessy, close to the station and the parks. Check the walking time or shuttle when you book.
Does it have a spa?+
Yes, a spa is part of its character. Treatments and access vary, so reserve ahead and check what your rate includes.
Is it a Disney hotel?+
No, it is a partner hotel outside the resort, which means no Disney hotel perks, but often lower prices and a calmer setting.
