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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

3
Anonymous
Anaheim, CA, USA
Oct 3, 2011

it has a good place, just 10 min by walking to Disney land

it is not bad hotel. it is near from Disneyland. It has a breakfast buffet. I think they need to improve business room, because it is important for travelers.

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

Reviewer score

3
CEAF
San Bruno, CA, USA
Sep 26, 2011

Hotel was OK

The hotel location was ok, but wish there was a hotel shuttle to drop off at the park. The beds were not very comfortable and the bathroom soap didn't smell very good. Free breakfast was pretty good, but very crowded.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Desert Palms Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

1
Webb from Ptown
Portland, OR, USA
Sep 25, 2011

NO HOT WATER and too far from Disneyland!!!!

We never had hot water come out of the faucet in our bathroom. We had to wash our hands from the tub faucet. I didn't sleep very well because of a loud noise outside of our room. It sounded like a loose belt screech from a car but it was every 15 min. I should have asked to move rooms. We made reservations 6 months ago and they placed us on the first floor looking at the parking garage. You would have thought that not being the busy season they would have placed us in a nicer location. The room was average. Beds were comfortable. I will never stay at the hotel as long as I live. The only good thing about the hotel is the free breakfast. I wish we could have been able to move hotels. After being at Disneyland all day walking, it was way to long of a walk back to the hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
1
Location:
1
Value:
1
Sightseeing tip: Long walk from hotel

Way to long of walk back when you spend the whole day at Disneyland.

Review of Desert Palms Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

5
Filmgirlkc
Chicago, IL, USA
Sep 24, 2011

Awesome Location!

Got a great deal on our room, King size suite. Loved the private living room, 2 tvs, ac, bedding... etc etc. Room was very clean, housekeeping was very consistent. Free parking. Decent sized outdoor pool. Didn't eat in the hotel's cafe as we were so close to so many great places to graba bite at. Did get sick of the breakfast after 10 days, but since it's included, can't complain too much about free donuts and juice etc etc. A quick walk to Disney, malls, convention center, near major 1-5 freeways, one turn to San Diego, one turn to LA...

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

Reviewer score

5
james10pl
Seattle, WA, USA
Sep 18, 2011

Great Disneyland base camp

We liked staying at this hotel for a few main reasons: -Great pool with late hours, which they cleaned every morning -A good continental breakfast with lots of options -Helpful, courteous staff -Close to Disneyland -Free underground parking We brought our three kids and my parents, so the normal suite was a little cramped. They also have a family suite which is much bigger and has separate rooms (next time). I would definitely stay there again.

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

The Garden Walk is a couple blocks East of the hotel. There are lots of shops and some restaurants.

Review of Desert Palms Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

3
Softballer
Marysville, WA, USA
Sep 16, 2011

You get what you pay for...

From the pictures described shown on the website, the rooms looked fantastic. But reality set in the night we arrived. But can't complain because you do get what you pay for. I booked a very affordable Disney Vacation. The rooms are comfortable after a long day. They are functional, not frilly. One day we came back and saw that a little critter (roach) had somehow gotten into our room, but it was not big deal, the staff offered to switch rooms for us and came up and took care of the situation quickly. I would stay again, but I would definitely upgrade my room to a suite!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Desert Palms Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

5
AnKs mom
Omaha, NE, USA
Sep 12, 2011

Fun Family vacation

Good location to walk to the Disney Parks. We had the kitchenette suite which was very handy, had bottle opener etc that we didn't even think about needing when packing. Pool was a good temperature. Spacious rooms too.

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

Reviewer score

4
jandj
Cleveland, OH, USA
Sep 5, 2011

family reunion

stay was good overall. The breakfast buffet was nice but they need more variety of foods instead of the same meal every day. ex. change sausage to bacon., different types of cereal, maybe some biscuits with gravy.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

knotts berry farm was close drive. there were long lines and wait to buy tickets, but once in park no lines for rides and very enjoyable day. Also discounted ticket prices at this time of year.

Review of Desert Palms Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

5
Lavi
Seattle, WA, USA
Sep 3, 2011

Great Value and Great Location

We stayed at Desert Palms Suites located a block from the Disney entrance. We've stayed at a number of decent hotels in the area over the years but this one was clearly the best of them all and it's a great value. Room was clean and looked fresh. Maids did a great job and the entire property was well maintained. The staff are very friendly and did a great job. Some of the simple things that made a difference for our family of 6 were: breakfast area was clean along with great food and nice staff that wouldn't shut the place down promptly at 10 am but waited until everyone was done, parking was sufficient with open spots every night, pool was clean, walk to the park was decent at 15 minutes from door to gate and the laundry room on each floor made it convenient for our 11 night stay. Overall, a great experience and I recommend it highly. We will definitely stay here again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: Short drive from hotel

With Kids, I recommend driving west on Katella about 3/4 mile to the Food 4 Less grocery store's deli and pick up their five pack of fresh subs for just $5.98. Sealed in a large zip lock bag and easy to bring to the parks. Prices in the store are great. Just across the street is a Pizza Hut and Papa Johns with carryout specials. M & M Donuts in the same parking lot is cheap delicious eats.

Review of Desert Palms Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

4
Natc
Canada
Aug 30, 2011

Perfect location for families

Perfect location, breakfast was good, but could of changed from day-to-day, friendly staff

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