Any comments if it's really worth it to stay in a disney hotel within the resort? Price wise easily 3-4 times compared to neighbouring hotels just a few minutes off and I dont think you get to spend much inside anyway.
I stayed at Miracosta, disneyland hotel and disney hollywood hotel before.
Best of course is Miracosta. very expensive, but if you are theme park or disney fanatic, it is worth it. So easy to just pop in to hotel and come out again.
Disney hotel is also great for the 15 mins early entry. ensures that you are able to ride toy story mania or Monster inc. If you like taking character pics, you also get a head start from the rest of the crowd.
In addition, you get to book restaurants one month ahead. Magellan was great!!
In addition, the hotels are very nice, full of disney flavour. Service is excellent.
If you are on a budget, then book the cheapest room, those without views or low levels. They are still very good.