Davy Crockett Ranch

12 readers found this review helpful

We have just returned from 4 days/3 nights to Disneyland Paris, we stayed at the Davy Crockett Ranch and we had a great time!
We drove from Gloucestershire, 3 hours to the Eurotunnel, leaving at 5.30am. Tunnel at 8.20am, 3 hour drive to the Ranch, including a stop at a supermarket in Calais as we knew things would be expensive.
We were there by 2pm, check in was a little slow but our cabin was ready.
The cabin was basic, a little worn around the edges, but seeing as we were only going to be there for a few hours a day we were happy. It was quiet and the beds were comfortable. 2 ring electric hob which warmed up surprisingly quick, large fridge with small freezer compartment, microwave, kettle, dishwasher.
Breakfast was supplied, crossiants, brioche, orange juice, UHT milk, tea, hot chocolate, jams, nutella. All very nice for a self catering cabin!
The parks were fab, you have to plan well and be cunning with your fast pass tickets. We didn’t buy any food there, we came back to the cabin at 2pm ish for lunch (our main meal) and a rest and went back again until 8 or 9pm. Then back again for a swim and a jacuzzi as the children had so much energy!
We didn’t have to pay for parking as it is included as Davy Crockett is a Disney hotel, also we got in two hours earlier than the public ie from 8am, not all rides are open then though.
We had a great time, and if you don’t want too much from your accommodation and you don’t want to pay through the nose, this is for you. Enjoy.

5 readers found this review helpful

After a long car journey we found the reception staff friendly and welcoming we were upgraded to a 2 bed room lodge and upgraded to a evening character meal from the lunch time meal we had booked.They couldn't have been more helpful and we didn't have to queue for long.The lodge it self was clean and tidy a little dated but generally good.The kids loved the bunk beds and the heaters made it warm and cosy.There is 2 Hobs,a microwave a dishwasher and fridge.No toaster but you could get one from the reception would of preferred a grill or cooker to the dishwasher ,but we got by.The breakfast is provided at the end of the road in a little hut....you get milk orange juice croissants,jams,brioches and a French stick which we used for a packed lunch.The park is a10minute drive,the staff at the park were lovely......really friendly and helpful.Food and drink a little pricey but not as bad as we thought it would be.A fantastic time had by all.

8 readers found this review helpful

just got back from a 3 day break in disneyland paris, we stayed at the davy crockett ranch and for a family of 5 very very picky people, we were extreamly impressed with the accomadation clean,tidy,comfy beds even the bed settee was lovely, big and very comfy, heater worked fantasic warmed up very quickly, breakfast was lovely and fresh and the staff were very very helpful couldnt fault them,
some reviews have said it was 15 to 20 minutes drive into disney itself we would say 5 to 10 minutes at least not far at all,
this was my first time away in france and i found everything very clean and tidy very very impressed so much that we have already started to look into staying at davy crockett next year for our main hoilday
i would say to anyone looking to get the family over to disney for as cheap as possiable davy crockett is the way to go. LOVED EVERY MINUTE OF IT !!!!!!!

The chalets where great better than expected very disapointed with staff on receiption not helful at all they dont seem to want to help solve any problems like putting two familys miles apart they just did not care

11 readers found this review helpful

Stayed here in Feb 2011 and after reading some of the previous reviews was really aprehensive.On arrival we had a very clean fully equipped lodge.The weather was very cold but the lodges were warm,we were 6 adults sharing, all of us needing a shower every morning and there was plenty of hot water to go around.wouldn't hesitate to stay here again during future visits.We used our own transport to get to the parks and this was straight forward on the motorway off at the next junction.Breakfast was included which included French Stick, Croissants etc with plenty of jam butter tea coffee juice etc.We also ate at the ranch restaurant although a tad expensive was thoroughly enjoyable and also got to meet Goofy.

11 readers found this review helpful

he 2 bed cabin was basic but was comfortable and great for the time we spent in it, could of done with a few more english channels, breakfast was fine and plenty to go round, pool looked fantastic, bar was lovely, shop and games room great, and buffet meal at restaurant was lovely. disneyland itself was fantastic, best rides for thrill seekers were space mountain and hollywood tower of terror!!! be afraid! be very afraid!!

7 readers found this review helpful

After reading reviews we were more than a little anxious having booked the cheapest 1 room cabin, and yes it was basic and probably could do with re-decorating but that would inevitably put up the price and for the little time we spent in the cabin awake I'm not sure it'd be worth it. The main thing is that is was very clean and had pretty much every thing we needed.
Going with disney accomodation is worth it for the 'magic hours' of 2 hours extra in the park - we got on more rides in those 2 hours than for the rest of the day as the August crowds brought in a lot of people come 10am!
Only 2 small problems - the dishwasher rack was broken, but we couldn't be bothered to complain - and the breakfast was very limited of bread and coissants, which my kids won't eat but we had cereals for them anyway.
Kids loved the pool (too cold for me though) and meeting the characters in the evening on the ranch was fantastic - meant we could avoid the very long queues in the park!

6 readers found this review helpful

Our visit to Disneyland Paris was really wrecked by the accommodation here. The chalet was dirty, very smelly,damp, tatty and generally badly maintained. On top of which my wife is gluten intolerant so we preordered a gluten free breakfast, not available first day and after complaining still not delivered the second day. The staff at the reception really could not have cared less. I'd definitely recommend thinking about alternative accommodation

14 readers found this review helpful

I have just returned from Davy Crockett and have to say I was more than impressed! After reading some reviews I was a little worried about what we may find. The accomodation is basic but extremely clean with clean towels and bedding. The beds were comfortable and overall the space was great for 6 of us. The breakfast is very generous and fresh and runs between 7am and 11am. The only problems we had was a small leak in the kitchen that was fixed as soon as it was reported. Extra towels and pillows were given on request and reception staff were very friendly and helpful. The pool is lovely although slightly cold. The grounds are well kept and everything you need is there. I am sure in the height of summer it is a lot busier and more going on. The location is great as it is a 10 minute drive from the Disney park and a local supermarket. We had an excellent holiday and would most definately suggest its worth a stay...Enjoy!

26 readers found this review helpful

we have just returned from our first visit. The accomodation is of a good, basic standard. We would recommend this accomodation if you wish to do your own catering, very easy at the end of the day. Good space, excellent beds, even sofa bed was extremely good, no complaints. Parking at accomodation was very easy and exclusive car park was right next to parks, 3 minute walk to get to parks. Good back route to get to parks, never met any traffic. Just note no oven or grill, 2 ring hob and microwave, so don't take pizzas like we did! We would definitely go back to this accomodation, easy with 3 children, they go to bed and you can have a drink and relax in the lounge. It depends what you want from your accomodation, it suited our needs as a family of 5, but if you're used to 5 star and being waited on hand and foot this is not for you.