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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

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House of the Retro Future One-Bedroom Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine, al fresco dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1380 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA, 92802
  • Disneyland® Resort
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Disney California Adventure® Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Downtown Disney® District
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Buildings 1 or 2)

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Buildings 1 or 2)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(120 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility/Pool View)

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility/Pool View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Building 1, Two-Bedrooms) | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Building 1, Two-Bedrooms)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View (Building 2)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View (Building 2) | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View (Building 2)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Building 3-6)

Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Building 3-6) | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Building 3-6)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(252 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Park View (Building 1)

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Park View (Building 1)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(97 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Building 3, Mobility)

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Building 3, Mobility)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Park View (Building 1, One-Bedroom) | Living area | 37-inch TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Park View (Building 1, One-Bedroom)

  • 33 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for House of the Retro Future One-Bedroom Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

House of the Retro Future One-Bedroom Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

House of the Retro Future One-Bedroom Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility,roll-in shower,bldg3)

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility,roll-in shower,bldg3)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Building 1, Mobility)

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Building 1, Mobility)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower, Building 2)

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower, Building 2)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

Family-friendly hotel with free water park access and 24-hour front desk
This smoke-free hotel features free water park access, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include Access to hot tub, a business centre and a children's pool. Housekeeping is available on request.
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground offers 296 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a complimentary water park.

Children aged under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Disneyland® Resort. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Enjoy French cuisine while dining at Mimi's Cafe
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Splash around at the free water park with a waterslide or swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a lifeguard on-site, dry cleaning/laundry and tour or ticket assistance
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness, comfy beds and spaciousness
  • 10 minutes by foot from Disneyland® Resort and a 3-minute drive from Anaheim Convention Center
  • Theme park shuttle service available for a fee
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground offers its guests a complimentary water park, a waterslide, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. A business centre and a meeting room are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A children's pool, a hot tub, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Anaheim hotel is smoke free.

Mimi's Cafe – This restaurant specialises in French cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mimi's Cafe

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Free water park
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 6 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • Built in 1965
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 1 April 2026 to 31 December 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 23.45 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 25.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 23.45 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
This property's restaurant is located offsite, across the street from the property.
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance to request a room on a floor with elevator service.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1636 out of 2448 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 464 out of 2448 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 200 out of 2448 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 2448 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 2448 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Appreciation for Grace

While there were areas in need of improvement, Im going 5 star for the simple fact of the grace I was given as last minute during our pool dip, I found out I had left my wallet at the Ihop up the street. Money, ID, cc, everything was GONE. Kudos to Ihop for getting it all back to me safely. But huge thankyou to the Hotel ftont desk staff for understanding the chaos as we checked out about 45 min late and recieved absolutely NO harassment about our timing. The house keeping staff was polite and the attendents in the mini store on site were helpful. The lifegards on duty were great and we will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Abigail

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tiffanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We just stayed here for a fun little Disney family getaway. We have a 1 and 4 year old. We were greeted with amazing front staff who gave our kids balloons which were a big hit. Everyone was so warm and welcoming. Our problems came with the room. We were in building 6 on the 2nd floor and there were no elevators which made carrying all the things you need to bring with small kids difficult. Our biggest complaint though was in the room there were 2 giant sky lights with no curtains so it was constantly really warm even with ac on and super bright in the room even at night and with kids that made sleep VERY difficult. My 4 year old woke up at 1 am saying it’s was morning already. Other than the lighting in the room and the fact that the room never really got comfortable temperature wise the room was ok. It was definitely spacious which we liked but because we travel with small children and sleep is very important to us which requires more control over lighting and temperature we will not be able to stay at this hotel again. The kids pool and splash pad a fun activity though.
The giant skylight window in the room
The giant sky light windows in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property had a blast
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica, Las Vegas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s an old property but it is remodeled, they did a great job, rooms are so pretty, clean, bed and pillows very comfortable and so close to Disneyland !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marshall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and hotel with spacious rooms. Loved the pools and all the staff were really friendly and helpful. Wish we would've booked the recently renovated rooms in Buildings 1 and 2, but overall still a great stay and already booking upcoming trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how close it was from the park! Convenient walk. Friendly staff, clean room!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel had lovely grounds and a nice exterior, which gave a good first impression. However, the inside didn’t quite live up to that. The hallways had a noticeable smell and were not well-maintained—there were dirty towels left on the floor for two days, which was pretty off-putting. Accessing the terrace from our room was awkward—you actually had to step through the closet to get outside, which didn’t feel very comfortable or well thought out. We stayed on the 7th floor, and while the large ceiling-to-floor window was visually impressive, it let in a lot of sunlight early in the morning. Without proper blackout curtains, we were woken up much earlier than we wanted to be. Parking was also an issue. When we arrived around 9 PM, all the spaces were taken, and finding an alternative was frustrating. There were some nice aspects, but overall, the experience was mixed as could be improved with better maintenance and attention to guest comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This place is just OK. The freeway noise was irritating and for the price I just expected it to be a bit more comfortable and updated. It feels dated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place, walking distance from disney. Didn't have the chance to play at the water park but looked great. Friendly staff with the kids, very kind and they answer every question. Room was clean, comfy bed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our room was very STINKY ! and the hallway too. 😔
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent hotel. It was very close to the park and downtown Disney. Food selection around the hotel was also great. We had a ton of fun on the last day playing at the pool. Our daughter loved the slides!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Easy walk to Disneyland

I picked this hotel because of how close it is to Disneyland. I've stayed at a few others near this one and this hotel was the quietest one of all of them and it is the closest to the fwy. The room was clean & comfortable. The check-in staff were nice and helpful. We will stay there again. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

imelda

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Sheets were not changed except for one bed. We noticed the other definitely was not. Front desk expected to do it the next day we were leaving. Just reminder, WE ON VACAY! Disneyland 😃 on top of it. MUCH NEEDED!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Priscilla

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bathroom keep plugging up, had to check out of the parking at 12:00. Had plans to go to Disneyland for the day and was told we had to pay an additional day of parking. Pool was. It Available all day in ck out day.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Eugenia

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disney trip for our little family

I wish I knew before booking that the housekeeping is done on the 2nd and 4th night of the stay Not daily, other than that it was good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025