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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Lobby sitting area
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine, al fresco dining
Front of property
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

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)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(122 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(252 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(97 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 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

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

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

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

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

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking

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

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

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

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

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 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 a 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 a hot tub, a business center, 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. 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.

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 WiFi (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 accommodations for the cleanliness, comfy beds, and spaciousness
  • 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 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.

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.

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 water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • 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 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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from April 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)!

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, 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
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1661 out of 2490 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 473 out of 2490 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 205 out of 2490 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 2490 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 2490 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Godley

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walking distance to multiple restaurants and the Disneyland entrance. Very clean, and the water features are great for kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was definitely not soundproof like the listing said, we could hear the highway cars and people woke us up in the mornings talking in the hallway. Close enough to walk to Disneyland and food places. Lots of towels which was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joana

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

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

Amenities

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family

for the price there is better

the first room we were in was extremely outdated and felt gross. we had a few issues with broken things in our room and were moved to the new building. it was a big improvement and we could see fireworks from the deck..but still some frustrating things. there is only one elevator for the entire building - and it’s tiny so only one family at a time so lots of waiting. we were told on day 3 that our toddler couldn’t wear a life vest on the splash pad slide because it could scratch the slide which i’m still confused about how it would scratch and terrified that they are more concerned with that than safety the slide ends in like 11inches of water! especially because it’s literally meant to be the toddler area and there was 3 big kids running and jumping and going down the baby slides! at one point they all went down the baby slide together and it splashed into my sons slide and my husband was able to grab my baby by the life vest and saved him. for the price i’ve stayed at way better!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

HELDA, Orlando

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elisa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I want to live this hotel, but I keep going back to others over this. This location is great for my picky eating 4 year old. We walk right by McDonald’s which is perfect for her. The room was huge. We had an updated room. But it was in the back building which took us longer to get to our room. While updated, we had issues with drain flies, spiders, and a loud air conditioner in our room. The rooms aren’t very sound proof in general either. The first time I stayed at this hotel a couple years ago, we had one of the old rooms that wasn’t updated. Then air conditioner was loud then too. When I say loud, I mean wake up up in the night loud because of the clunking sounds. It seems like it’s the same air unit even on the updated rooms which is disappointing. Overall it’s a nice property. It’s not the worst, it’s just not my favorite. I’d stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our experience was fantastic from the very beginning, Samantha at the front desk was very informative during check in and gladly helped with any questions we had, we ended up extending an extra night as well and she helped us again get everything situated so there were no mix ups the morning of our original check out date. It was a very convenient and short walk to the Disney Parks which made it perfect for a mid day break/nap for our toddler. The water play area was very cool and a nice way to cool down the first day we arrived, multiple slides and small pool for the little ones with plenty of other water features to splash around in. Wpuld deffinitely reccomend for any families looking to get the most out of a multi day vacation to the Disneyland Parks! Only issues I had were with spotty wifi since my cellular data wasnt working too great while in our room, but aside from that the accomodations were comfortable and the room came with a mini fridge which we kept stocked regularly with drinks from the super convienient store on the first floor. Cant wait to bring the family back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ladies on reception were very welcoming and more than happy to assist with any queries. Rooms and bathrooms very clean and tidy. 6th floor Balcony view of Waterpark great, mid mod store handy to have, location 6-8mins walk to Disneyland, easy flat walk.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

gina

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
I like the Howard Johnson it is old but still a goodie however there are some things I have to complain about. Upon check in there's no organized line and everyone seem to be jumbled up I ended up waiting and when I finally got to the front of the line the girl had to leave for a few minutes and make me wait. A manager stepped in but could not ring me in for some reason but just somebody to ask me a bunch of personal questions not something you want to do when you've been driving for a couple hours is make conversation. The room was clean I liked it. The walking distance is far to Disneyland .67 miles they do not have a shuttle I was very disappointed in that. We walked a few times but we were so exhausted the first day we actually lifted the next few times which was great the front desk seemed to condone that when I asked them I don't know why they said that lifting was fine they had no problem taking me for half a mile. The parking is weird you have to scan a little ticket when you go in and there's no reason for the ticket we never use the tickets so that was confusing. Did not clean your room everyday. We don't mind that. The pool was very crowded with a bunch of kids not for adults who just want to relax. And they really monitor it asking you your name how ll I don't really like that I like to just go into the pool freely.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Travelled with partner
Stick to the upgraded rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Linda, Saratoga Springs

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property great for kids and the staff very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kids had fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ozzie, Santa Fe Springs

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

william

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Desk workers are super nice and creates a no worrie settling vibe. They're eager to help you with what you need. Yes, the place is older like the " classic boat ride at Disneyland in Fantasyland, but not everything has to be new to experience the wonderful feeling this hotel has if you are going inside the park.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location close to Disneyland.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

liz

Travelled with family
Very clean excellent location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, we love staying here. Our room was awesome, view of the water playground, and just step right outside to watch the fireworks every night. My biggest issue with our stay this time is what I saw outside of our room on our first night there. I saw what were definitely some type of droppings on the stairs. I texted the front desk and was assured the hotel didn't have any rodent issues within or surrounding the hotel, and that they would investigate it. I sent a picture as well. This seems like a fine explanation, and I really love the hotel, so I thought maybe it was a rabbit that got inside (btw they have neighborhood rabbits), or a kid's chocolate. My issue is that the droppings were never cleaned within the four days we stayed so every day I had to guide my kids around that portion of the stairs. I would think an investigation might involve cleaning it at the very least.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yekaterina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that Building 1 was clean and smelled nice. The staff was accommodating. The splash pad was perfect for kids. I just didn't like paying for the parking (bought tickets from Expedia so that was not included...probably why it was cheaper to buy that way.)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025