Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
The Big ART Shuttle Change: Your New Disneyland Strategy
The ART Shuttle system in Anaheim is officially ending on March 31, 2026, but don't let that ruin your Disney magic! I’ve put together a simple strategy to help you pick the best hotels within a 15-minute walk of the gates, so you never have to worry about a bus schedule again.
Plus, I’m sharing a "Plan B" secret: how to use the Toy Story Parking Lot shuttle as a free alternative if the closest hotels are booked up.
For those staying a bit further out, the City of Garden Grove just announced a brand-new shuttle service launching the last week of March 2026. It will serve 10 major hotels (including Great Wolf Lodge and Hyatt Regency) for a small fee, keeping you connected to the resort even after ART is gone.
[UPDATE] - youtube.com/post/UgkxMjS1b85FM5vLIBEYoM7GfWp3As6u2Ire
[City of Garden Grove Official Press Release (March 13, 2026)]
ggcity.org/news/disneyland-shuttle-service
The 10 Hotels Included in the New Shuttle
If you are planning to mention specific hotels in your video, these are the 10 that will be covered by the new Garden Grove system:
-Sheraton Garden Grove – Anaheim South
-Hyatt Regency Orange County
-Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim South
-Delta Hotels by Marriott Anaheim Garden Grove
-Anaheim Marriott Suites
-Hilton Garden Inn Anaheim/Garden Grove
-Homewood Suites by Hilton Anaheim-Main Gate Area
-Residence Inn Anaheim Resort Area/Garden Grove
-Great Wolf Lodge Southern California
-Hampton Inn & Suites Anaheim/Garden Grove
FAQ: Navigating the ART Shutdown
"I heard the ART shuttle is gone, what do I do now?"
"Yeah, it’s a big change! Honestly, I’ve started telling my friends not to worry too much. If you can, try to snag a spot at one of the hotels on Harbor Blvd within a 15-minute walk. If those are full, just look for a place near the Toy Story Parking Lot. You can walk right into the lot and take the Disney bus for free. It’s a little secret that saves your legs and your budget!"
"Is the Toy Story bus really free if I’m not parking a car?"
"It really is! Disney doesn't check for a parking receipt to board the bus. As long as you can walk into the lot safely via the pedestrian paths, you’re good to go. Just remember to head toward the security tents first!"
"What if I stay further away in Garden Grove?"
"The city actually stepped up! There’s a new 'Garden Grove Shuttle' launching right as ART closes. It’s not free, but it’s a small fee and covers about 10 of the big hotels like the Hyatt Regency and Great Wolf Lodge."
The Big ART Shuttle Change: Your New Disneyland Strategy
The ART Shuttle system in Anaheim is officially ending on March 31, 2026, but don't let that ruin your Disney magic! I’ve put together a simple strategy to help you pick the best hotels within a 15-minute walk of the gates, so you never have to worry about a bus schedule again.
Plus, I’m sharing a "Plan B" secret: how to use the Toy Story Parking Lot shuttle as a free alternative if the closest hotels are booked up.
For those staying a bit further out, the City of Garden Grove just announced a brand-new shuttle service launching the last week of March 2026. It will serve 10 major hotels (including Great Wolf Lodge and Hyatt Regency) for a small fee, keeping you connected to the resort even after ART is gone.
[UPDATE] - youtube.com/post/UgkxMjS1b85FM5vLIBEYoM7GfWp3As6u2Ire
[City of Garden Grove Official Press Release (March 13, 2026)]
ggcity.org/news/disneyland-shuttle-service
The 10 Hotels Included in the New Shuttle
If you are planning to mention specific hotels in your video, these are the 10 that will be covered by the new Garden Grove system:
-Sheraton Garden Grove – Anaheim South
-Hyatt Regency Orange County
-Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim South
-Delta Hotels by Marriott Anaheim Garden Grove
-Anaheim Marriott Suites
-Hilton Garden Inn Anaheim/Garden Grove
-Homewood Suites by Hilton Anaheim-Main Gate Area
-Residence Inn Anaheim Resort Area/Garden Grove
-Great Wolf Lodge Southern California
-Hampton Inn & Suites Anaheim/Garden Grove
FAQ: Navigating the ART Shutdown
"I heard the ART shuttle is gone, what do I do now?"
"Yeah, it’s a big change! Honestly, I’ve started telling my friends not to worry too much. If you can, try to snag a spot at one of the hotels on Harbor Blvd within a 15-minute walk. If those are full, just look for a place near the Toy Story Parking Lot. You can walk right into the lot and take the Disney bus for free. It’s a little secret that saves your legs and your budget!"
"Is the Toy Story bus really free if I’m not parking a car?"
"It really is! Disney doesn't check for a parking receipt to board the bus. As long as you can walk into the lot safely via the pedestrian paths, you’re good to go. Just remember to head toward the security tents first!"
"What if I stay further away in Garden Grove?"
"The city actually stepped up! There’s a new 'Garden Grove Shuttle' launching right as ART closes. It’s not free, but it’s a small fee and covers about 10 of the big hotels like the Hyatt Regency and Great Wolf Lodge."
