In an abrupt move, Disney has officially restricted access to one of its hotels.Across the globe, Disney hotels aren’t just places to sleep — they’re attractions in their own right. Fans explore them for the immersive theming, hidden details, and exclusive experiences that make them as magical as the parks themselves.Credit: DisneyFrom the Polynesian Village Resort in Florida to the Grand Californian in Anaheim and Tokyo’s latest addition, the expensive Tokyo DisneySea Fantasy Springs Hotel, overlooking Tokyo DisneySea’s new Fantasy Springs area, each property blends story, design, and luxury. Guests and non-guests alike often visit to dine, shop, or simply soak up the atmosphere.In Paris, that immersive experience recently reached new heights. The refurbished Disneyland Hotel reopened in early 2024 after a multi-year transformation, reintroducing itself as a five-star “royal” destination. The hotel celebrates Disney princesses through lavish décor, fine dining, and exclusive character encounters just steps from the park gates.Unsurprisingly, the Disneyland Hotel boasts a hefty price tag, with some rooms costing over $1,000 per night. The hotel’s restaurants are also pricey, with La Table de Lumière charging €120 ($139) per head for dinner.Credit: DisneyWhile guests could previously visit the hotel without paying such prices, that’s all changed in recent days.Disney Restricts Hotel AccessDisneyland Paris has officially restricted access to the Disneyland Hotel. According to Disneyland Paris regulars, guests without a booking are no longer able to enter just to look around, visit the shop, or watch the princesses in the lobby.Disneyland Hotel, guests without booking no longer allowed enter byu/liamo376573 indisneylandparisFor now, only those staying at the hotel, holding restaurant reservations at Royal Banquet – a character dining experience that has sparked mixed reactions from diners – or La Table de Lumière, or booked for My Royal Dream can enter. Disney hasn’t shared an end date, citing comfort and security for paying guests as likely motivations.The decision marks a major shift for fans who have long treated the Disneyland Hotel as a must-see stop during their visit. When it reopened, access was initially controlled through a virtual queue via the Lineberty app, but it later opened freely to all guests, making this reversal feel particularly sudden.Disney Hotel Move Sparks Divided ResponseOn social media, reactions are mixed. Some welcome the change. “If I’m spending that much cash on the experience of a ‘luxury’ hotel, then a hotel that is swarming with non guests ruins that experience,” one user wrote. “It’s a hotel, not an attraction.”Credit: DisneyOthers are conflicted. “The lobby should be accessible as well as the shop any bar in my opinion,” another guest shared. “It wasn’t crowded at all when we went… But then again I can see especially around the Christmas holidays it being crowded.”Several guests supported the move, citing poor behavior. “I saw people putting their feet on the tables in the lobby, people cluttering in and making a ruckus while the princesses were in the lobby and shoving through people,” one post read.“I’ll get downvoted for this, but at least now guests will be able to actually see the mid day show that they do,” another added. “If you’re spending that much money, it can feel disheartening to not be able to experience the benefits.”Credit: DisneyOthers recounted frustrations over overcrowding. “We were there in September… it looked like people were coming in for shelter rather than looking around,” one commenter said. “It was really busy… when we were trying to get our daughter a picture with the princesses people were jumping in and not waiting their turn.”Some fans, however, feel the change goes too far. “Bit gutted as I loved going there for a glass of champagne and a chill on busy park days,” one regular visitor wrote. “I wonder if this is something to do with the gangs that hang out trying to buy tickets, possibly now going into the hotel trying to steal from people.”For now, Disneyland Paris hasn’t said if or when the restriction will be lifted. Guests with restaurant or My Royal Dream bookings will still be allowed entry — but spontaneous visits to admire the regal décor are, at least for now, off the table.What do you think of the latest Disneyland Paris update?The post Fans in Uproar After Disney Limits Hotel Access to Guests Only, Effective Immediately appeared first on Inside the Magic.