Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground

3.0 star property

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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
Water park
Lobby
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 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, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪14 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
(265 reviews)
  • 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
(100 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 33 sq m
  • 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
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • 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
  • 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
(9 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 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
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

Signature Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Family)

  • 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
(30 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
(136 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen Beds, Signature Family Suite, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 6

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® 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
  • House of Blues Anaheim - 12 min walk - 1.0 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
  • ‪Galactic Grill - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground

Family-friendly hotel with a free water park, 9-minute walk to Downtown Disney® District
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. If you're planning a day at a nearby theme park, you can hop on the shuttle (surcharge).
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

  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • 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 April 1 2026 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

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 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
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1764 out of 2608 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 479 out of 2608 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 212 out of 2608 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 2608 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 2608 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

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

8/10 Good

Junaid

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room but very basic. Not the best value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tracie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were amazing. It was my daughter‘s birthday, and they offered a service to bring balloons into the room, she was so surprised!The hotel was very clean, but it was very very outdated in the building that we stayed in. It was not a reflection of what we saw on the website
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was wonderful. Much more than I expected at the very reasonable price. It was clean. The sheets were lovely. The bed was wonderful. I loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

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

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kids enjoyed the heated pools.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

candice

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, perfect for a Disneyland trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

tammy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front office staff was excellent. Room clean and well appointed . Hotel within 10 minute walk to Disneyland.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

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

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with clean comfortable rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel was wonderful. Every member of the staff we encountered was friendly, helpful and professional. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maricela

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the way the natural light comes in. Very walkable distance to Disneyland. If you are going to stay with children I would highly recommend staying in the first floor especially if you have a stroller. There is no elevator so taking a stroller up a flight of stairs after a long Disney day isn’t ideal but not impossible.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again. Very walkable to Disneyland and dining options. Splash pad was a plus. Very clean rooms. Convenience store had everything we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was a basic room but we didn’t need anything fancy, we just slept in it. It was perfect for us, convenience to Disney. My only complaint is my daughter put her purse on the top shelf & it must have had something greasy, it left a stain on her pants. Other than that we were completely happy & will be back again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The HoJo by Disney Land is an excellent place to stay for families. The rooms are spacious and clean. The beds are comfortable. The pool is a great place to relax, too. I appreciated that they staff the pool area with several lifeguards who maintain safety for kids. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deyanira

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Are Disneyland trips are just better with the HoJo
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to disneyland, quiet, clean. The only negative is the pool wrist bands need to be worn and you have to swap at front desk if you need to take them off
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. I think the garden pool could have been a little warmer though!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole

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

8/10 Good

Jacklyn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Kristen

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice - which is the only reason I gave 2 stars. The building smells like mold, the rooms are very outdated, the AC couldn't cool the room, the bathroom tub fixture was very loose and difficult to use, and there were gnats in the room. Not worth the price at all.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay at the Hojo Anaheim. Nice facility and very family friendly. Close to Disney and restaurants. Freeway noise not really a problem.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025