Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Disneyland® Resort

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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 | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Interior
Lobby
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking available

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)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

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

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking

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

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

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

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Anaheim

Anaheim Resort stay.A stay at this Anaheim Resort hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Disneyland® Resort and 2 miles (3 km) of Downtown Disney® District. Anaheim Convention Center and Disney California Adventure® Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Disneyland® Resort - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Disney California Adventure® Park - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Downtown Disney® District - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • House of Blues Anaheim - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Anaheim Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 7 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Main Street, USA - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tomorrowland - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Big Thunder Mountain Railroad - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sleeping Beauty Castle - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Disneyland® Resort
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 center 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.

  • 296 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 1965
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
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. 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

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
  • Waterslide

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

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 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 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 January 1 2026 to December 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize 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 cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

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

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, 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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).

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 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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Frequently asked questions

How close is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground to the airport?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground is 7.3 mi (12-min drive) away from the Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground?

As of Jun 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground on Jun 15, 2025 start from $187.85, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground.

How close is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground to the beach?

This hotel is 18.1 mi (26-min drive) from Seal Beach and 18.4 mi (25-min drive) from Bolsa Chica State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground offer free breakfast?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Hawaiian Gardens Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25.00 per night.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground have a pool?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground have a restaurant?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground is home to Mimi's Cafe, which features French cuisine, al fresco dining, and brunch.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground to downtown Anaheim?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground is 1.4 mi away from Anaheim.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1582 out of 2371 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 443 out of 2371 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 190 out of 2371 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 2371 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 2371 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

6/10 Okay

Mario

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
At the front desk not mach help to check in and out
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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

8/10 Good

Emmanuel

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Fernando Palacios

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

10/10 Excellent

Andie

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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