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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

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Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Building 1, Mobility) | View from room
House of the Retro Future One-Bedroom Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking available

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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)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

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

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Building 3-6) | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • Park view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View (Building 2)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 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)

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

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House of the Retro Future One-Bedroom Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 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 spaciousness, cleanliness and comfy beds
  • 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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 cot
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • 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 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 January 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.

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.

Property is also known as

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1584 out of 2373 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 443 out of 2373 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 190 out of 2373 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 2373 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 2373 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

Joseph

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family has stayed at multiple hotels nearby. This is by far the most convenient if you're going to Disneyland or California Adventures. It's a quick 10-15 minute walk. The water play area was a hit with the kids. It was just enough to keep elementary school kids entertained for hours. I had a work event at the convention center and it was only a 20 minute walk. It's super convenient and easy to get to since it's near a freeway exit/entrance. We will book here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Travelled with family and small children
Great location for walking to Disneyland. I think paying for parking when you are staying with them , is highway robbery!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth, CORNING

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was nice and the room was spacious. My friend and I stayed here for our Disney trip and it was a very short walk to the park. I was a little disappointed when we checked in because they told us they had 3 rooms available but we had to pay $30 in order to get one of the rooms before check-in time which was 4:00. If the rooms were available and ready then why charge? It also wasn't just $30, they tacked on fees as well so it was closer to $36 which they should've just said up front. The only other thing that was a little disappointing was that they don't clean your room or bring you fresh towels unless you ask. They did have a sign about this on the mirror in the bathroom but we didn't see it the first day. We were able to get some clean towels by calling room service but now we know not to expect them. Overall we were really happy with our stay and I would definitely book here again. I would also consider staying here with my kids as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bree

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and solved issues quickly. Communication before and during the stay was great. Super close, walkable to Disney theme parks. Overall my family had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

10/10 Excellent

Callie, Madera

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to Disney, very convenient and clean. staff were very welcoming and helpful at check in!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great friendly service and very responsive!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda, Bend

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for 1 night and it was a good experience. The rooms were clean, kids loved the water park, there is a small store on site with cereal, yogurt, milk, and other packaged snacks if needed. Our room was at the back near the freeway but the rooms are sound proofed - literally could not hear the freeway at all which was a pleasant surprise. Also it’s about an 8 minute walk to Disneyland. The surrounding area was clean and safe. McDonald’s is along the walk if you’re going early to Disneyland!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and the property clean. Only issue with the room is that there isn't really a good place to sit and watch TV. The settee is just not meant to be comfortable. The other petty annoyance is that it takes a little bit for the card readers at the door to acknowledge your key card. But seriously it's just a petty annoyance.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Blake

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Emmanuel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I recently stayed at this hotel during my Disneyland trip and was thoroughly impressed. Its proximity to Disneyland made it incredibly convenient, and the renovated rooms were modern, comfortable, and well-appointed. The only hiccup was a noticeable odor from the toilet on the first night, but the hotel management promptly resolved it by the second night. Overall, a fantastic stay that I’d happily recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando Palacios

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the place
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the HOJO was worth every penny for our Disney trip! Every single detail exceeded our expectations. It was one block down from the park and a quick easy walk. The family suite was amazing with space for everyone and cozy, equipped with k pods for coffee, plenty of towels, two bathrooms! We were able to get a crib for our little one for free, sent to our room, no hassle at all! It was a breeze checking in with the most friendly front desk staff. When doing the pre-check in online we were able to request early check in for just $30 which was amazingly convenient since we arrived earlier in the day! The water playground facilities were so fun, and we really could tell they put an emphasis on keeping things clean and sanitary for guests in the swim space along with clean rooms. The grounds were beautifully maintained and landscaped, and every single staff member we came in contact with was so professional, friendly and service oriented. We will never stay anywhere else for Disney!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

brandi

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

Better than the Disney hotels IMO

This really is the perfect place for large families. My family of 5 stayed here comfortably and there was even room for more! It’s so close to Disneyland, lots of quick bites to eat within walking distance, and the onsite market has everything you need. The waterpark is awesome and even though it was freezing outside, my kids had a blast playing in it every night.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My grandson had a blast at your Water Park 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaleigh

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect walk to Disney, and there’s tons of people walking so the neighborhood feels safe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just got back from a fabulous stay. The staff were incredible, the room was perfect and it was super convenient to Disneyland. The only downfall was that the pool was closed and unfortunately we didn't know until we arrived. The waterpark was open, however my kids weren't really in to it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Norbee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ehh
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025