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
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House of the Retro Future One-Bedroom Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine, alfresco dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
1380 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA, 92802
  • Disneyland® Resort
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Anaheim GardenWalk
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • House of Blues Anaheim
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • 279 sq ft
  • 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, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility,roll-in shower,bldg3)

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, 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 - 10 min walk
  • Anaheim GardenWalk - 12 min walk
  • Anaheim Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • Downtown Disney® District - 5 min drive
  • Disney California Adventure® Park - 10 min drive

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 spa 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.

This Anaheim hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 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

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free crib
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • 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
  • 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

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 window guards
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 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

  • 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 Jan 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground on Jan 30, 2025 start from $159.0, 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 (24-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.

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. 1512 out of 2318 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 449 out of 2318 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 195 out of 2318 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 97 out of 2318 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 2318 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Mollie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the pool feature, but the lifeguards were all up in ypur business
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria, DALLAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria, DALLAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe, clean and walkable distance to Disney parks. Will stay again

10/10 Excellent

Chase

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Odalis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing from start to finish! Great customer service and amazing room service. Very clean and so much fun for the whole family. The life guards on staff for the water park and pool were extremely nice and helpful and very attentive to the children! We had a mishandled reservation on our end through a 3rd party company we booked through and the hotel staff and manager was amazing at helping us get it fixed and alleviating the stress of the mishap from the 3rd party company. I have never enjoyed my stay so much from any other hotel I have ever stayed at and HIGHLY recommend staying here for anyone and everyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean. Very convienent for Disneyland a very short walk. The waterpark is perfect for the kids but the water is freezing so that was the only downfall.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

ADRIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No breakfast

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Colleen

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Varsity Lakes

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Manny

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our rooms are too close to the freeway. The kids thought there was thunder at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very average
This hotel is in a great location for the park, even better, we had a fantastic view of fireworks from our balcony. The hot water was hit and miss. We put in a service call the first night we arrived for the morning, but then it was hot again so we cancelled it. Unfortunately went back and forth the three days we were there. The air conditioning unit blew out a terrible smell when the fan was on. We considered requesting a room change, but were too exhausted to pack everything up. It seems to be an old hotel that just hasn't been maintained to top quality. It was also a little annoying to have the small waterpark area and the pool so separate from each other. For the price, plus the extra 25US/night for parking, I would say not worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second time staying here. Awesome as ever!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was on the I-5 side. It was noisy 24/7. The traffic made it hard to sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and quiet room. Easy parking and close to theme parks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Joni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, the lobby was decorated and was very pleasant, no complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024