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The Standard Downtown LA vs Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

Both properties are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Standard Downtown scores marginally better than Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. The Standard Downtown has a TripExpert Score of 83 with endorsements from 15 reviews such as Oyster, Travel + Leisure and Star Service.

The Standard Downtown LA
The Standard Downtown LA
8 / 10
550 S Flower St, Los Angeles, CA 90071
From $220 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"An affordable bastion of cool aimed at the business traveler, the Standard is nothing if not amusing."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Built in 1955 as Standard Oil's company's headquarters, the building was completely revamped under the sharp eye of owner André Balazs, giving it a sleeky, cutting-edge feel." Full review
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"One of the hippest places is the poolside bar on the roof."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Downtown LA’s original party palace with a retro-style diner, killer pool scene and high-design rooms." Full review
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Be sure to locate the complimentary ear plugs before bed as the rooftop party goes on until the wee hours.
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"The poolside view is still hard to beat, the design is still striking, and the prices can dip way low." Full review
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Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
8 / 10
1600 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802
From $521 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The most opulent of Disney's Anaheim hotels, this Craftsman-style luxury property has guest rooms with views of the California Adventure park and Downtown Disney." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The price tag is a bit steep at this 751-room resort designed in richly wooded Craftsman style, but standard rooms sleep up to two adults and four kids."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Disney didn't miss the details when constructing this enormous version of an Arts and Crafts-era lodge... hiring craftspeople... to contribute one-of-a-kind tiles, furniture, sculpture, and artwork." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Disney's Grand Californian is the first hotel to be built inside a Disney park, and the American Craftsman hotel combines luxe amenities with family fun — and function." Full review
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If you want to avoid lines, book The Magic Morning package offered to guests of the three Disneyland Resort hotels that lets you into the park an hour before the official 8 A.M. opening.
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Soaring timber beams rise above the cathedral-like lobby of the six-story Grand Californian, Disney’s homage to the Arts and Crafts architectural movement."
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