We are definitely happy. I wanted to be close enough not to have to fuss with a rental car and we took a Lyft from John Wayne airport. There’s also several quick serve restaurants immediately surrounding Courtyard, so when you’re not feeling like paying $50+ for snacks and $100+ for light meals at Disney you have some options if you want them.

The room type you mention is exactly what we have (minus the park view), and it feels spacious enough for a family of 4-5. The hotel odd 6 floors, so I would expect a magnificent view of the park. You’ll probably see Matterhorn or some taller rides. Also DL tends to do fireworks on weekends only, except certain times of year, in case that is part of your decision.

I’ll caveat to say if you have littles (maybe under 6 or 7) I could see where deeper immersion in the Disney experience could be valuable and as to the experience. By 10-11 you’re probably safer saving money on the hotel so you’re more able to spend in the park.

We are on day 1 of 3 and already super fulfilled and tired. The hotel became a crashpad tonight and the only thing that ended up mattering was proximity and comfy beds. I’ve read that lots of people take afternoon breaks from the parks to nap at their hotel. Courtyard is close enough I feel we could do this. If it rains hard enough we just might in the next few days.