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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

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Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Building 1, Mobility) | View from room
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine, alfresco dining
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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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking available

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1380 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA, 92802
  • Disneyland® Resort
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Downtown Disney® District
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Disney California Adventure® Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Building 1, Two-Bedrooms) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin 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) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 300 sq ft
  • 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) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • Park view
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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)

  • Park view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 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 | Living area | 37-inch TV with cable channels

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

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

3-star hotel in Anaheim Resort
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.

In addition to a complimentary water park, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground features a waterslide and an outdoor pool. The hotel offers a restaurant. This 3-star property offers access to a business center and a meeting room.

A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This family-friendly hotel also offers a children's pool, a hot tub, and a vending machine. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground is a smoke-free property.

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.

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 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

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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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 elevator
  • 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 crib
  • 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 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 November 1 2025 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 23.45 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 25.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 23.45 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 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
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

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

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. 1536 out of 2323 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 445 out of 2323 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 186 out of 2323 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 2323 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 2323 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

Nicole

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Carrie

Traveled with family
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Geoff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay. Great sized rooms. Perfect location. Clean. Getting a little dated but lovely basic hotel, perfect for the family trip to Disneyland being a 5-10 min walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a solid walking distance to the Disneyland resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
PD
They not only took care of us with the scooters that were rented, but then made sure that our room was accessible for it. Very friendly with great opportunities for the whole family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Les

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were extremely quiet despite facing the freeway. Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The properties isn’t perfect walking distance to the Disneyland resort. Facilities are clean and rooms are nice and big.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandee

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice and cool time
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

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

Deseri

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will definitely be back! Perfect location and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy 10 minute walk to Disneyland. Plenty of options for quick food and sit down restaurants. Room was perfect for my wife and I and our 2 kids. We had a room with bunk beds which the kids loved and a view toward Disneyland allowing us to watch the fireworks show perfectly from our room.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

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

8/10 Good

Romeo

Cleanliness and wonderful staff most esoecialy the cleaning lady.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Frank

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lawrie

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. It was close to Disneyland and relatively clean and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shana

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

10/10 Excellent

Vikkie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and very welcoming. The room was clean but the bedding wasn’t which is why I removed a star. It was makeup on my pillow cases.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect all around will definitely stay here again soon
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

LINDA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an economy room which was clean and had everything we needed. Great help at the front desk answering questions and resolving issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Justin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay for Disney
Great view for the fireworks at Disney and the room was nice overall. Only complaint was the big dome windows on the top floor floors Don’t have any coverings so it’s very bright in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024