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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground

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A water park with a water slide, a large water fountain, and a pool area with umbrellas.
A modern reception area with a curved counter, hanging spherical light fixtures, and a blue-lit wall.
A modern hotel room with a round dining table, two chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a large window.
A large, uniquely designed building with a central dome structure, surrounded by parking areas and greenery.
A water play area with a blue water spout and a wooden play structure.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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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.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Queen Suite Building 2

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

Queen Suite Building 2

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(280 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
(116 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
(31 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
(55 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
  • 33 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
(12 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
(171 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground

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 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.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Downtown Disney® District. 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
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Downtown Disney® District and Disneyland® Resort
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and 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 and 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. 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 transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 cot
  • 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 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
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
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 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
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.

Property is also known as

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1939 out of 2892 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 522 out of 2892 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 250 out of 2892 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 105 out of 2892 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 76 out of 2892 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

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

Randi

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

Angela

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margarita Madeline

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

10/10 Excellent

KELLY

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

10/10 Excellent

Rosmery

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

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

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

Roxanna

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness
Very friendly staff and great location. Our grandson loved the waterpark!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with great staff. Out family stayed in the baby shark room and out boys loved every minute of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cara

rooms were clean, staff was great, splash park was amazing for my kids
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gaoshoua

Wished the pools and splash area was closer together and there was a breakfast option but overall solid stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheyanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super family friendly. No issues with the room what so ever definitely will be staying here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Moises

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Management was very helpful during our trip to make last minute accommodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, water park was perfect for our family, and short walk to the parks! Loved it and will be staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The gentlemen at the front desk was super kind and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shantel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t use laundry but the hotel overall is very close to the park and great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our family of 5
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic Hotel. So friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

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