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2003 MousePlanet Reader's Choice Awards

Disneyland Resort (California)

Tuesday, January 6, 2004
by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix, staff writer

We are pleased to announce the 2003 MousePlanet Reader’s Choice Awards.

Our Restaurant and Hotel Review System has been collecting reader reviews of hotels and restaurants at Disney resorts around the world for the past 18 months. Reviewers are asked to provide a rating between one to five (in the form of “planet” symbols), and submit a detailed review of their experience with each hotel or restaurant.

To qualify for a Reader’s Choice Award, a property must have received at least three reviews, with an average score of 4.5 planets or better. In the event of a tie, the establishment with the most reviews receives the higher ranking. These awards are based entirely on the reviews submitted by MousePlanet readers and staff.

The award winners in each category are listed below, along with their average score and a notable quote from one of the reviewers. Disneyland Resort-area hotels and restaurants are recognized today, and we will recognize the Walt Disney World-area hotels and restaurants tomorrow.

Most Popular Disneyland-Area Hotels

First Place: Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel

1380 South Harbor, Anaheim

  • Average Rating: 4.9
  • Number of reviews: 11
  • Notable reader comment: “The grounds are amazing. We watched the fireworks from the courtyard one night.”

Second Place: Disneyland Hotel

1150 Magic Way

The Disneyland Hotel. Photo copyright MousePlanet.
The Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim is the original of three on-property hotels at the Disneyland Resort. MousePlanet file photo.

  • Average Rating: 4.6
  • Number of reviews: 13
  • Notable reader comment: “Stay in Sierra tower…

Third Place: Embassy Suites – North Anaheim

3100 E. Frontera Street, Anaheim (Near 91 Freeway at Kraemer / Glassell)

  • Average Rating: 4.6
  • Number of reviews: 3
  • Notable reader comment: “The main reasons we chose the Embassy Suites was the full breakfast.”

Fourth Place: Sheraton Anaheim Hotel

900 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim

  • Average Rating: 4.6
  • Number of reviews: 3
  • Notable reader comment: “I've stayed at this hotel several times before, and continue to go back…”

Most Popular Disneyland-Area Restaurants

First Place: Carnation Café (Main Street, USA, Disneyland)

  • Average Rating: 4.7
  • Number of reviews: 8
  • Notable reader comment: “It's like a little oasis on Main Street. You can see the bustle but it's quiet and a good place to take a break and refuel for more excitment.”

Second Place: Whitewater Snacks (Grand Californian Hotel)

Whitewater Snacks. Photo by Alex Stroup, copyright MousePlanet.
Whitewater Snacks is a favorite hideaway tucked away in the far corner past the pool area of the Grand California Hotel. Photo by Alex Stroup.

  • Average Rating: 4.6
  • Number of reviews: 3
  • Notable reader comment: “Without a doubt THE best kept secret for either resort.”

Third Place: Pacific Wharf Café (Disney's California Adventure park)

  • Average Rating: 4.5
  • Number of reviews: 4
  • Notable reader comment: “If you're looking for some authentic California sourdough bread, Boudin is hands down the best sourdough bread out there.”

Let your opinion count!

You can help us to determine the 2004 MousePlanet Reader’s Choice Awards. When you visit a hotel or restaurant, be sure to share your experience with other MousePlanet readers by submitting a review through our MousePlanet Restaurant and Hotel Review System.



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