Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free water park access and 24-hour front desk

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House of the Retro Future One-Bedroom Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking
Lobby
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine, al fresco dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$324
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug

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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

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(119 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(250 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(96 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • 33 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Anaheim

A family-friendly stay in Anaheim awaits you at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground. You'll be 0.9 km (0.5 mi) from Disneyland® Resort and 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Downtown Disney® District. Highlights at this hotel include a free water park, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Mimi's Cafe, serves French cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the Hot tub, kids' swimming pool, waterslide and pool loungers. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of a theme park shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Anaheim Resort hotel, you'll be 2 km (1.2 mi) from Anaheim Convention Center and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Disney California Adventure® Park.

What's nearby

  • Disneyland® Resort - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Disney California Adventure® Park - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Downtown Disney® District - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • House of Blues Anaheim - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Anaheim Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 7 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tomorrowland - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sleeping Beauty Castle - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Inn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Red Rose Taverne - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

Family-friendly hotel with free water park access and 24-hour front desk
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 centre 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site 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. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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 telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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 cot
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • 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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 1 April 2026 to 31 December 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise 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 cots (infant beds)!

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 who have not received 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 all 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) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 20 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground on 21 Aug 2025 start from AU$323.91, including 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.

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

Yep, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 25.00 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground?

The closest beach to Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground is Huntington State Beach (20.4 km).

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

Yep, and guests love it! Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What makes Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and al fresco dining, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground.

Is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground?

No, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground's onsite restaurant that serves French cuisine.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1633 out of 2432 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 460 out of 2432 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 2432 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 2432 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 2432 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

Lizett

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lim

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The fireworks from the 6th floor were like a real-life show, and the pirate ship pools were fun.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for families!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron J

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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

Great for families!

We had a great stay here for our daughters first trip to Disneyland. Hotel was clean and comfortable and very close to Dinseyland entrance. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelica, Lancaster

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, super helpful. Love that its walking distance to disney. Rooms are nice and comfortable. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rheanne

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the updated buildings and it was so nice and new and fresh. The room was big and a really big bathroom! Short walk to the parks, would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Aubryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
For the price of the rooms, it was not well kept. The building 1 does not have ADA accessible automatic doors to get in and out of the building. Only 1 elevator worked for our whole stay. Having to require wrist bands for a pool that we are staying at is ridiculous. The price of the snacks and merchandise in the little store are ridiculously high priced. Probably will not be staying at this hotel again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great time with the water park
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. Pool was amazing for the kids and the location to Disneyland was brilliant. Hotel and facilities were ok but more 4 star than 5.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Erika

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great proximity to the parks. Great value. Would return!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was only an 8 min walk to Disneyland. I do not know if they offer a shuttle from the hotel to Disneyland.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantel

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the park. Great pool area for young kids
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A short walk from Disneyland, restaurants, and almost anything you need! The water park is great for kids.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really loved it
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

sara

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025