We were very happy Paradise Pier, stayed 3/4-3/9.
*The rooms have been recently refurbished. The beds are very comfy, linens super soft and towels very thick. Rooms have a fun beach theme, which incorporates many Disney touches.
*The location was closer to the theme parks than the DL hotel. We cut through the Grand Californian, directly across the street. DL hotel requires walking through all of Downtown Disney to reach the parks.
*We had a theme park view room and watched World of Color (with the audio from the tv) every night! We would have also seen the Disneyland fireworks from our room, but we watched them in person the only night they were scheduled during our vacation. You can't watch WoC from DL hotel.
*Rates are less expensive than DL hotel, with deluxe amenities.
We have stayed at all 3 resort properties and found the best experience and value to be Paradise Pier.