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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

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

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Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Building 1, Mobility) | View from room
House of the Retro Future One-Bedroom Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine, alfresco dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking available

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

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 33 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

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

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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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

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

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
  • Park view
  • 33 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 33 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

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

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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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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

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

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1380 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA, 92802

What's nearby

  • Disneyland® Resort - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Anaheim GardenWalk - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Anaheim Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Downtown Disney® District - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Disney California Adventure® Park - 10 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 7 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Main Street, USA - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tomorrowland - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Big Thunder Mountain Railroad - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sleeping Beauty Castle - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

Family-friendly hotel near Disneyland® Resort
Located close to Downtown Disney® District and Disney California Adventure® Park, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground provides free water park access, a grocery/convenience store, and shopping on site. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site French cuisine restaurant, Mimi's Cafe, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with a waterslide, sun loungers, and a lifeguard on site
  • Self parking (surcharge), a theme park shuttle, and express check-out
  • A computer station, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the family-friendly amenities, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 296 rooms include comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 37-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM.

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

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground?

Self parking is available for USD 25.00 per night.

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

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground located?

This family-friendly Anaheim hotel is located near the airport, within 1 mi (2 km) of Anaheim GardenWalk, Disneyland® Resort, and Anaheim Convention Center. Downtown Disney® District and Disney California Adventure® Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1534 out of 2321 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 450 out of 2321 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 187 out of 2321 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 2321 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 2321 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

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff, clean cozy beds close to Disney love this place !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Front desk was Very helpful and friendly… my grandaughter loved the water park!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

leigh-anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great spot to stay for a quick walk to the park!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dependable place for families. Nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. The rooms were very clean and very comfortable. The pools were wonderful and the lifeguards were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean, very friendly staff, easy walk to the park
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzette

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

8/10 Good

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our kids loved the pool and the waterslides, and we appreciated being walking distance from Disneyland.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accommodating and polite
Stayed 6 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

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the water park option, it was great for our rest day, kept my daughter entertained and happy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

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

Michelle

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

violeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very close to the park and restaurants I really like it. And very clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for families
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
walking distance to disney about 10 minute walk. cute little water park for the kids
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Water park was great, the kids loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you have kids in your group, this hotel is for you! 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Disneyland
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and the water park was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a wonderful stay! Staff always do6 above and beyond to make our stay special. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, good staff, everything clean, plenty of parking
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel, it’s was our 4th time staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at HoJo was amazing!! It was just the right distance to walk to Disneyland and some food places nearby. The splash pad was perfect for my kids and we loved that the hot tub was there as well. The rooms were a good size and everything was clean. It was a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025