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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

3.0 star property

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Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable seating.
Traditional building with a distinctive architectural style, featuring a tiled roof and outdoor seating areas.
Two single beds with neutral bedding and a variety of pillows, including a decorative pillow, are positioned in this stylish room.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a curved reception desk and a unique light fixture above.
Two-story hotel with rounded balconies and white railings, offering multiple rooms or suites.

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

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

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

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Buildings 1 or 2)

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
(115 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

View all photos for Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Building 1, Two-Bedrooms)

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Building 1, Two-Bedrooms) | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View (Building 2) | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

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

View all photos for Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Building 3-6)

Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Building 3-6) | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

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

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

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
(93 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Park View (Building 1, One-Bedroom) | Living area | 37-inch TV with cable channels

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

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

View all photos for 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 | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility,roll-in shower,bldg3)

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

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking

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 Single 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 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower, Building 2)

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 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 Access to hot tub, a business centre 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. 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.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a complimentary water park.

Children aged 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 Wi-Fi (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 accommodation for the cleanliness, spaciousness and comfy beds
  • 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 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.

Mimi's Cafe – This restaurant specialises in French cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

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
  • 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 January 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 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 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
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.

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.

Property is also known as

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1623 out of 2428 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 456 out of 2428 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 2428 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 2428 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 2428 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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Lots of fun

The water park for my daughter was awesome. She had a blast. The room was very nice as well. We will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. The walking distance to Disney is only 6-8 minutes but it was betind convenient to be that close, we could take a break mid day. Garden pool was warm. Rooms typical, very clean. Amazing view of Disneyland in building 1 and maybe the one by the pool? Staff nice. They don’t have an in house cafe which would be nice but a cute place next door… ihop, dennys and McDonald’s in walking distance!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzette, San Diego

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was so nice! The waterpark was perfect for my 3 grandchildren!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jen

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is just ok, and to be honest kind of expensive for what it was. You’re basically paying for its location and location only. There was a disgusting strong chemical like smell in the hallway on the way to our room and the room itself was quite outdated and the carpets were dirty. The bed was very uncomfortable (way too soft/no support) and likely should be replaced. On a positive note our kids did enjoy the pool and water park and the hotel is an easy 8 minute walk to Disneyland.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love it here. The pools are super fun and the room themes are great. The trundle beds could use an upgrade but otherwise we were super comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the H.J Close to Disney, excellent pool/water park for kids. We will be returning next time in Anaheim
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Pedro

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Evelin

Travelled with family
Only bad thing they really need to turn off the Music at night we weren't even able to sleep they had the music playing 24 hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Disneyland
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Luz E

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
no breakfast included that’s the downside only
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nguyen

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accommodating and polite
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was nice and friendly and very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We got to stay in one of the renovated rooms in building one, loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great for our family and convenient to Disneyland. We plan to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Susan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I could give this hotel a zero star review I would but if I had to count one star towards something it would be the lifeguard on duty who was vigilant of the children in the pool. I checked the reviews before booking and none reflected the experience I had. A day or two before arriving I received a link to check in where I had to include photos of my license and my credit card information. I completed this step. It stated I then had to ask for a room key at arrival. I arrived at the “detoured” door and looked to Joel behind the front desk for immediate assistance as my Lyft driver was being really inappropriate around myself and my eight year old child. Joel ignored my remarks and I called a relative on speaker until the Lyft driver walked back to his car and I was able to make it to the open reservation door. Once there Joel had a very nasty and unwelcoming attitude where he asked if I had checked in already. I stated I checked in online previously and I’m here to pick up my room key. Joel said “that has nothing to do with us” and asked for my same ID and credit card. He never explained the $50 hold to me as I had already paid in full on Expedia. I had the money so that was neither here nor there. I remember making a joke to lighten the mood “imagine if I didn’t have my ID” and he replied with a serious tone of disgust “you wouldn’t be staying here”. If I had an ounce of energy and it wasn’t 12 am I would have canceled my reservation right there and then!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Jinky

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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