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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is $292
$250 nightly
$292 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

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1380 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA, 92802
  • Place, Disneyland® Resort
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Downtown Disney® District
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Disney California Adventure® Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Queen Suite Building 2

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

Queen Suite Building 2

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(283 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a blue patterned wall, and a Mickey Mouse painting.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(123 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, a small table with flowers, a TV, and a door leading to a balcony.

1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible Room, Building 3, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a small round table, and a sofa.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

A children's room with bunk beds, a colorful bedspread, and a wall-mounted TV displaying cartoon characters.

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(60 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden cabinet, a glass coffee table, a sofa, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

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

  • Park view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a bunk bed, a desk, and a chair.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

A hotel room with two beds, a blue patterned wall, and a Mickey Mouse painting.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a bunk bed, a desk, and a chair.

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a blue patterned wall, and a Mickey Mouse painting.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A modern hotel room with a round dining table, two chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a large window.

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

  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Signature Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a sofa, a round table, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

Signature Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Signature Family, Concept)

A hotel room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, a TV, a bed, a desk, a lamp, and a plant.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Signature Family, Concept)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Building 1, Two-Bedrooms)

A hotel room with a large bed, a map on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

A hotel room with two beds, a blue patterned wall, and a Mickey Mouse painting.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(180 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Anaheim

Located in Anaheim (Anaheim Resort), Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground is within a 10-minute walk of Downtown Disney® District and Disneyland® Resort. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Disney California Adventure® Park and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Anaheim GardenWalk.

What's nearby

  • Disneyland Park - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Disneyland® Resort - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Downtown Disney® District - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Disney California Adventure® Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Anaheim GardenWalk - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 8 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Red Rose Taverne - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Plaza Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Market House (ft Starbucks) - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground offers 296 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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 phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 296 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including a complimentary water park, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance.
You can enjoy a meal at Mimi's Cafe serving the guests of Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground, or stop in at the grocery/convenience store.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Mimi's Cafe - This restaurant specializes in French cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self 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
  • Splash pad
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Splash pad
  • 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 center
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 6 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • Built in 1965
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • 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
  • 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 available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 15 2026 to June 30 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 23.45 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Anaheim Howard Johnson Hotel
Anaheim Water
Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1947 out of 2896 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 521 out of 2896 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 246 out of 2896 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 101 out of 2896 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 81 out of 2896 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will book here from now on during our annual Disneyland trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, close to the park!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely stay here again , very clean, easy access to rooms . Nice walk to near by food , Anaheim garden walk , and Disney
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel! It was perfect for our family and great proximity to Disneyland. It was a really nice stay and we’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always our favorite place to stay when visiting Disneyland!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the cleanliness and the hospitality. Will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great hotel, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and very helpful staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. I loved having a kurig in the room. The beds were very comfortable and the bedding was very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean. I liked that it was very accessible walking distance to Disneyland.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Helpful and friendly staff. Water park was great for families.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great place for the little ones. It was walking distance from Disneyland extremely beneficial.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, great location and the splash pad is great for littles.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great kid pool area, easy walking distance to Disney, clean rooms. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, super clean room. We enjoyed our stay and will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for Disneyland and clean room, friend family friendly, quick service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s close to Disney and super family-friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, friendly staff and close to Disney
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly. Second year going and we love it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to Stay! Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Our children had a blast. Walk to Disneyland was awesome! Can’t wait to book another stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities were excellent totally family friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is very close to the parks and an easy 4 min walk. The room was a little outdated and needs new carpeting, but the beds are comfortable and the room was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute rooms, comfy beds, good price. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walking distance from disneyland and the kids pool is definitely a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026