Planning a trip to Disneyland Paris involves making many decisions, and one of the most important is how to manage meals.
To make this task easier and help you control your budget, the resort offers a series of exclusive Meal Plans for its hotel guests.
But are they really worth it? Which one is right for you?
In this complete Magic Wait Paris guide, we explain everything you need to know to choose the ideal plan and get the most out of every bite.
🍴 What are Meal Plans and how do they work?
Disneyland Paris Meal Plans are a way to pay for your meals in advance.
This way, you can have greater budget control and forget about expenses during your stay.
Here’s how it works:
- Vouchers are loaded directly onto your MagicPass (your room card)
- They’re calculated per person and per night of stay
- Upon arriving at the restaurant, you just present your MagicPass and order the corresponding plan menu
💡 Magic Wait Paris tip: By having everything paid in advance, you can enjoy the park without worrying about prices or bills at the end of the day.
🥐 Types of board: adapt the plan to your appetite
The first thing is to decide how many meals you want to include per day.
Disneyland Paris offers three basic modalities:
☕ Breakfast Only
Includes buffet breakfast at your Disney Hotel each morning.
Ideal if: You prefer total freedom to eat in the park or bring your own snacks.
🍽️ Half Board
The most popular option.
Includes hotel breakfast and a voucher for one meal (lunch or dinner) per night of stay.
Ideal if: You want a balance between savings and flexibility.
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🍷 Full Board
For those who don’t want to worry about anything.
Includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner per night of stay.
Plus, it now also includes an additional voucher to use on the last day.
Ideal if: You want maximum convenience and don’t want to think about extra expenses.
🌟 The 4 plan categories: choose your experience level
Once you’ve chosen the modality, you must select one of the four plan categories, depending on hotel type and your travel style.
| Plan | Available hotels | Ideal for… |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Disney Hotel Santa Fe and Davy Crockett Ranch | Families looking for an economical option, with quick-service restaurants and selected buffets. |
| Plus | Cheyenne, Sequoia Lodge, Newport Bay Club, Hotel New York - The Art of Marvel | Those who want variety and access to more table-service restaurants. |
| Extra Plus | Available in all hotels except Disneyland Hotel | Visitors seeking a more complete experience, with character dining, snacks, and drinks included. |
| Premium | Exclusive to Disneyland Hotel | The ultimate dining experience, with access to the best restaurants and character meals at no additional cost. |
💡 Magic Wait Paris tip: If you’re staying at a mid-range hotel, consider upgrading to the Plus plan. The small supplement can more than make up for the variety of available options.
💰 Are Meal Plans worth it?
The big question is whether they really save money.
The answer depends on your eating habits and how you enjoy the park.
✅ Advantages
- Budget control: You know exactly how much you’ll spend
- Real savings: If you enjoy table-service restaurants or buffets, the savings can be notable, especially with higher plans
- Peace of mind: Reduces the stress of deciding on the go where to eat
- Flexibility: Vouchers don’t have fixed dates; you can use two on the same day if you prefer
⚠️ Disadvantages
- Less savings with quick food: If you prefer sandwiches or snacks, paying as you go may be cheaper
- Requires planning: To take advantage of the plan, it’s important to book in advance, especially if you want to include character dining
- Prior commitment: You pay in advance, even if you don’t use all vouchers later
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🧭 Tips for choosing your ideal plan
🍕 1. Analyze your travel style
Are you hearty eaters or do you prefer something quick?
If you love buffets and themed experiences, Plus or Extra Plus plans are usually the best option.
If you prefer quick and simple meals, perhaps the Standard plan or even paying as you go may be more convenient.
👑 2. Character dining
If a meal with Princesses or Mickey is essential, Extra Plus and Premium plans are the most cost-effective.
Lower plans allow using the voucher to discount part of the price, but you’ll have to pay a supplement.
💸 3. Maximize your voucher value
Use them at the most expensive restaurants in your category, like buffets or table-service ones.
This way you’ll get the maximum possible savings.
Example: If you have a Half Board Plus voucher (value ~€40), use it at:
- Plaza Gardens Restaurant (buffet ~€45)
- Silver Spur Steakhouse (table service ~€40-50)
- Bistrot Chez Rémy (table service ~€50-70)
📅 4. Book in advance
The most popular restaurants fill up quickly.
You can book up to 12 months in advance from the official Disneyland Paris app or by calling +33 1 60 30 40 50.
📋 5. Check the restaurant list
Each plan has a selection of associated restaurants.
Verify before contracting that the ones you’re interested in are included.
You can check the updated list on the official Disneyland Paris website or when making your reservation.
🕒 6. Use Magic Wait Paris to optimize
Combine your meal plan with wait time information:
- Eat when queues are longest (12:30-2:00 PM)
- Visit attractions when others are eating (11:00 AM-12:00 PM or 2:30-4:00 PM)
- Book restaurants near your next attractions
🎯 Which plan to choose according to your profile?
👨👩👧👦 Family with young children
Recommended: Half Board Standard or Plus
- Flexibility for snacks during the day
- One guaranteed meal without stress
- Access to family restaurants
💑 Romantic couple
Recommended: Half Board Plus or Extra Plus
- Access to restaurants with better atmosphere
- Possibility of character dining (if you like it)
- Balance between savings and experience
👑 Disney fans who want the complete experience
Recommended: Full Board Extra Plus or Premium
- Character dining included
- Access to the best restaurants
- Maximum convenience without worries
💰 Budget travelers
Recommended: Breakfast Only + quick food in the park
- Greater savings by bringing some food
- Freedom to choose where and when to eat
- More budget for attractions or souvenirs
✨ In summary
Disneyland Paris Meal Plans are a fantastic tool for those who want to enjoy without worries and maintain spending control.
If you choose the right plan and book in advance, you can enjoy a magical dining experience, without budget surprises and with all the convenience that Disney magic offers.
Types of board:
- ☕ Breakfast Only - Maximum flexibility
- 🍽️ Half Board - The most popular (breakfast + 1 meal)
- 🍷 Full Board - Maximum convenience (3 meals + extra voucher)
Plan categories:
- Standard - Economical (Santa Fe, Davy Crockett)
- Plus - Variety (Cheyenne, Sequoia, Newport, New York)
- Extra Plus - Complete experience (all except Disneyland Hotel)
- Premium - The best (Disneyland Hotel)
Key tips:
- Analyze your travel style before choosing
- Book restaurants 12 months in advance
- Use vouchers at expensive restaurants to maximize savings
- Combine with Magic Wait Paris to optimize schedules
- Verify which restaurants are included in your plan
💡 Plan with Magic Wait Paris your park days and meal times, to make the most of every minute of fun… and every bite of magic! 🍽️
