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Desert Palms Hotel and Suites

3 stars
631 W. Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92802
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.7
out of 5
247 reviews
Disneyland family

We did a two day trip to Disneyland with my husband, best friend, and 3 year old daughter and when... See full review

  • Nuttybrew21
  • Apr 5, 2013
Great Stay!!!

The hotel was nice, the staff at the front desk was very nice and courteous. The rooms were nice... See full review

  • SusieandPatrick
  • Apr 1, 2013
Comfortable and affordable family-friendly hotel next to Disneyland
The Desert Palms Hotel and Suites offers a wide range of spacious guest rooms and budget-stretching amenities. Winner of a three-diamond AAA award, The Desert Palms Hotel is newly renovated and directly next to Disneyland. A bright, elegant lobby welcomes guests. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and in the guest rooms. The hotel is across the street from the Anaheim Convention Center, and minutes from numerous attractions in the Anaheim area.
Highlights
  • Next-door to Disneyland
  • Winner of a three-diamond AAA award
  • Complimentary breakfast buffet and free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Outdoor heated pool, whirlpool and complimentary fitness center
Rooms

The Desert Palms Hotel has 189 guest rooms and suites. Every room features free Wi-Fi, a refrigerator, microwave, coffee-maker and 37-inch flat-screen TV. Some rooms offer a small dining table with four chairs and a kitchenette. Several suites are geared toward families. The Yuha Kid Suite features one bedroom with a king size bed, and a second bedroom with bunk bed and sofabed. The Kalahari Suite will sleep up to eight people and has two fully-appointed bathrooms.

Features

The dining area boasts a complimentary hot breakfast buffet so guests can start their morning adventures with plenty of energy. Morning coffee service is available at the Oasis Cafe, and the Sandbox Bar & Grill is open for lunch, dinner and features happy hour specials.


Business travelers appreciate The Desert Palms Hotel's proximity to Anaheim Convention Center, complimentary access to the business center, and free wireless Internet available throughout the property. After a day spent exploring Anaheim and its attractions, guests relax in the heated outdoor pool or whirlpool. The Desert Palms Hotel also has a fitness center, gift shop and video game arcade.

Transportation
  • John Wayne/Orange County Airport (12 mi/19 km)
  • Los Angeles International Airport (34 mi/54 km)
Attractions
  • Anaheim Convention Center (Across the street)
  • Disneyland (0.5 mi/0.8 km)
  • The Shops at Anaheim Garden Walk (1 block)
  • Angels Stadium (2.3 mi/3.7 km)
  • Honda Center (2.7 mi/4.4 km)
  • Dad Miller Golf Course (3.7 mi/5.9 km)
  • Knott's Berry Farm (5.6 mi/9 km)
  • SoCal beaches (15 mi/24.1 km)
Business
  • Complimentary access to business center
  • Free Wi-Fi
Policies & fees
  • Starting January 1, 2012, Desert Palms Hotel will be charging a resort fee of $9.95 plus tax.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Desert Palms Hotel and Suites Rooms

Kitchenette with Free Breakfast
Two queen beds and one sofa bed in separate living area. Kitchenette with refrigerator and microwave. Small dining table with four chairs. Coffee maker, hairdryer, ironing equipment, in-room safe, free hi-speed internet access, 25" cable TV featuring Disney Channel and Cartoon Network.
Luxury Suite with Free Breakfast
Two queen beds and one sofa bed in separate, sunken living area. Microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, hairdryer, ironing equipment, in-room safe, free hi-speed internet access, 25" cable TV featuring Disney Channel and Cartoon Network.
King Suite with Free Breakfast
One King bed and one sofa bed in separate, living area. Microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, hairdryer, ironing equipment, in-room safe, free hi-speed internet access, 25" cable TV featuring Disney Channel and Cartoon Network.
Family Suite with Free Breakfast
Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, four queen beds, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, hairdryer, ironing equipment, in-room safe, free hi-speed internet access, 25" cable TV featuring Disney Channel and Cartoon Network.
Deluxe Two Doubles with Free Breakfast
Two Queen size beds, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, hairdryer, ironing equipment, in-room safe, free hi-speed internet access, 25" cable TV featuring Disney Channel and Cartoon Network.

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • FREE parking
  • Outdoor pool
Activities
Outdoor pool
Fitness center or spa
Game room
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Services
Business center
Laundry service
Safe deposit box
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
FREE parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

33.8035 -117.9162
Area served
Anaheim, CA
Nearby airports
John Wayne Orange County, Los Angeles International
Area description
Located next to the Disneyland Resort and across from the Anaheim Convention Center.

Nearby points of interest

  • Anaheim Convention Center: 0.3 mi
  • The Grove: 1.8 mi
  • Edison Field: 1.9 mi
  • Honda Center: 2.3 mi
  • Anaheim Hills Golf Course: 9.1 mi

Dining

Sandbox Bar & Grille
Open daily (kids meal are available)

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (247)

Ratings and reviews for Desert Palms Hotel and Suites

Overall score

3.7 / 5
247 out of 247
Amenities:
3.7
Room cleanliness:
4.1
Hotel staff:
4.2
Room comfort:
3.8
Location:
4.4
Value:
4

84% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Sacramento, CA
Jun 8, 2007

Good for families

The Desert Palms is conveniently located but it's still quite a walk to the Disney parks main gate. Sofa beds in the Suites are definitely not for those with bad backs! The room was nice, though, and very large and clean. The pool, while small, was clean and great for the kids during breaks from the park. We didn't try the in-house restaurants but there are lots of restaurants located nearby, especially if you're coming out of Disneyland on the way back to the room. The free breakfast was perfect for the kids - cereal, juice, donuts, etc. Nothing fancy, but it saved a stop at a restaurant! My only complaint would be that the other visitors aren't always very courteous when it comes to their small children running up and down the halls at all hours!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Directly across the street there is a pizza place with good family meal deals. In the same strip mall, you can find Subway, a Mexican fast-food place that was pretty good, a Chinese take-out place, donuts and Italian Gelato. Further down Harbor Blvd. toward Disneyland are Captain Kidd's Buffet, Denny's and McDonald's.

Review of Desert Palms Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

4
Felina
USA
May 26, 2007

Great location

This was a very nice hotel, the only problem I had was the naub on the cooler/heater was missing. I was unable to control the tempreture, and called for maintenance the man said there was no problem. There was a communication gap. However when we needed more supplies for our room they were happy to bring it to us.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

There is a shuttle to Disneyland right in front of the hotel and a convience store net to the hotel.

Review of Desert Palms Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
USA
May 22, 2007

Close to Disneyland

The Desert Palms Hotel was within walking distance to Disneyland and California Adventure. There were also several restaurants close by.The continental breakfast wasn't much.I also was not able to get on the internet with my laptop.I called the front desk for assistance and she wasn't much help. I had to use their computer and printer in the business center to print boarding passes and it cost $13 to do this !Upon our arrival on May 17,the street was blocked off with police cars and fire trucks, and there were people sitting and standing around outside the hotel due to an small electrical fire,in the basement we were told. It took us more than an hour for this all to clear and for us to be able to check in. However,it was a pretty decent hotel and we would stay there again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

The Denny's restaurant had a verg good breakfast and was several dollars cheaper than the IHOP.

Review of Desert Palms Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
San Jose, CA
May 16, 2007

easy walk to Disneyland and restaraunts

The hotel staff was very nice and we had a very nice room.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Desert Palms Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Business
Chicago, IL
May 16, 2007

Friendly Staff, Clean Hotel & Convenient

The Desert Palms was undergoing some renovation on the first floor, which was to continue to higher floors after the first floor was completed. The minor construction didn't really interfer with comfort. The hotel staff will go out-of-their-way to make your stay comfortable. A full breakfast is complimentary every morning in the dining room. A coctail lounge has very cheap beers and Margaritas for happy hour. The hotel is conveniently located off the freeway in north Phoenix. Downtown is only ten minutes away. The pool is clean and not highly trafficed.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Desert Palms Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Apr 17, 2007

Great place to stay if you are headed to Disneyland!

The Desert Palms Hotel & Suites is a great hotel! Very upscale lobby/check in area, nice pool & spa adjacent to the lobby. Convenient for Disneyland stays, as there is a shuttle that picks up from in front of the hotel, and its the first drop off spot from disneyland! The hotel staff is very helpful, I spent almost 20 minutes on the phone with a front desk employee to ask questions about where the locals go for a good dinner, and they were GREAT about it! The room was a great value for the money, with a safe available in the closet (which is also hidden by a full length mirror), there is an in-room refridgerator.. and best of all, it was a comfortable, quiet and friendly hotel. I would definately recommend this hotel to a friend, and I plan on staying there for my next disneyland trip!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: Not Applicable

If you are going to Disneyland, you can save money by leaving your car at the hotel (even after you check out of the hotel, you can leave your car there till midnight!), buy the $3 shuttle ticket from the front desk, and save from having to pay the expensive parking at Disneyland!

Review of Desert Palms Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

5
Yoshinobu
Not Provided
Mar 24, 2010

バス停から近かったこと。朝食がついていたこと。近くにコンビニ

バス停から近かったこと。朝食がついていたこと。近くにコンビニがあったこと。合理性を求める私にはGood。当時はアメニティのプレゼントも実施しておりデオドラントか何かをいただきました。何よりデスクが広くてパソコン脇に書類を広げて仕事ができましたよ!平和な町なので十二分でしょう。お勧めです。カンファレンス会場ホテルは別箇所でしたが、あえて歩いて参加しました。

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
4
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