Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground

Property class: 3

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Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
House of the Retro Future One-Bedroom Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking
Front of property
Lobby
Water park

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 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.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Suite Building 2

  • Sleeps 4

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

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(108 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Two Queen Room with City View (Building 1)

  • Sleeps 5

Superior Two Queen Room with Park View (Building 1)

  • Sleeps 5

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

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

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

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

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

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Signature Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Signature Family, Concept)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 Queen And 1 Bunk Bed, Mobility Accessible Room, Building 1, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

Guest Room With 1 Queen Bed And 1 Bunk Bed, Roll-in Shower, Building 1-Mobility Accessible And Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

1 Queen Bed And 1 Bunk Bed, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 3

1 King Bed And 1 Bunk Bed, Two-Bedroom Family Suite, Building 1, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

2 Queen Beds, Deluxe Mobility Accessible Room, Pool View, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

Deluxe Room In Building 2 With 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower-Mobility Accessible, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

1 King Bed, Mobility Access Room, Roll-in Shower, Building 3, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3

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

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

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(149 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen Beds, Signature Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

Standard Two Double Room Buildings 3-6

  • Sleeps 4

King Suite Building 1

  • Sleeps 5

Deluxe King Room Building 2

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Two Queen Room Building 2

  • Sleeps 5

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About the area

Anaheim

Located in Anaheim (Anaheim Resort), Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground is within a 10-minute walk of Downtown Disney® District and Disneyland® Resort. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Disney California Adventure® Park and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Anaheim GardenWalk.

What's nearby

  • Disneyland Railroad - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Disneyland® Resort - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Downtown Disney® District - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Disney California Adventure® Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Anaheim GardenWalk - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 8 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Plaza Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Red Rose Taverne - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Market House (ft Starbucks) - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground

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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 296 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including a complimentary water park, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance.
You can enjoy a meal at Mimi's Cafe serving the guests of Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground, or stop in at the grocery/convenience store.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
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.

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
  • 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 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 May 4 2026 to April 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

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

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 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
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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
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 and Water Playground Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1817 out of 2695 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 494 out of 2695 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 226 out of 2695 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 2695 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 2695 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maricela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Boise

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here when visiting Disney. Great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

JaDean

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed at the Howard Johnson this past Friday and had an excellent experience from start to finish. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and made check‑in incredibly smooth. Our room was clean, comfortable, and surprisingly spacious — exactly what we needed after a long day. We’ve stayed at many of the neighboring hotels over the years, and this one easily rises to the top of our list. The property is well‑maintained, feels safe, and has thoughtful touches that make the stay feel genuinely cared for. One of the biggest highlights is the location. The proximity to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure is unbeatable — our walk from the hotel to the park gates was only about eight minutes door to door. It made getting in and out of the parks incredibly convenient and stress‑free. It was the perfect place for a quick getaway, and we’ll absolutely be returning the next time we’re in the area. Highly recommend!
Double Queen Room
Double sinks!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kevin

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

AnnaMarie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location! Rooms were clean and up to date. The pool is fun and the price was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Sandy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very outdated, the bathtub sounded like it was crunching every time you stepped in it the water stay clogged up, so your ankles were submerged with your film from your shower. The room smelled mildew very small would rather pay the extra $50-$100 for a better hotel. Hard to turn the shower nozzle off and on. Bathroom was way too tight and small. Staff was very friendly. That was the best part. Other than that it needs some major remodeling and TV entertainment choices TV was outdated Wi-Fi was horrible. Our room had a small TV compared to others. Bedskirt had stains on it. Pillows were very uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin, Brooklyn

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very cool hotel with amazing staff. Top floor had really fun ceilings. Super close to Disneyland.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katlin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff and premises were spectacular
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and staff were great. We were given an upgraded room to watch the firework show and my kids really enjoyed it. Perfect walking distance from Disneyland and we very much appreciated being able to leave our car there for the day.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

colleen

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber, Lima

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location of this HOJO! Easy walking distance to Disneyland. Check in was a breeze and the staff were very friendly. The rooms were larger than expected and very clean!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
My room was great but my daughters room was dirty & there was a huge cockroach in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mallory

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy to find, parking very accessible to check in, ample parking, easy access elevators and room. Very comfortable stay, bathrooms very well kept, bed was clean and comfortable, balcony view of the Matterhorn. A+ stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our family has stayed many times. Staff are always awesome - stay was perfect 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026