$129 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 30, 2013 Check-out: Jun 2, 2013

Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel And Water Playground

3 stars
1380 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92802
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.1
out of 5
100 reviews
Great time for the kids and the grown ups

We had a blast. The staff was super nice and able to accommodate our daughter's friend in our... See full review

  • SalenaArt
  • Apr 22, 2013
Location is perfect

Across the street from Disneyland. No problem parking - a short walk to entrance. Though it was... See full review

  • Fritz F
  • Feb 25, 2013
Fun and relaxation for the whole family at this amenity-packed hotel next to Disneyland
The bright, family-friendly Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel – Anaheim Resort is across the street from the Disneyland Resort and is just an eight-minute walk from the park's main gates. The hotel's on-site eatery, Mimi's Café, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Highlights include free parking, free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, two guest laundries and Main Street market, a convenience store catering to busy families. The Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel – Anaheim Resort sprawls across seven beautifully landscaped acres and features Castaway Cove, a pirate-themed water playground for kids.
Highlights

  • Across the street from Disneyland main gates
  • Seven private acres of gardens and private walkways
  • Castaway Cove, a Watery Pirate Playground featuring slides, water cannons and a pirate ship
  • Speedy's Sprayground. a fountain area for kids of all ages
  • Free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout hotel
Rooms
The Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel – Anaheim Resort features a range of room options from king-sized, queen-sized and double beds. Children's suites include bunk beds and a sofa bed, and a king-sized bed for the adults. All rooms at the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel come equipped with a mini-fridge, cable TV with HBO, Disney Channel, ESPN and Golf Channel, coffee maker, and free Wireless Internet. Most rooms also include a balcony.
Features
With its seven gorgeous acres of gardens and landscaped walkways, the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel puts an emphasis on family-friendly fun. Along with Castaway Cove, the hotel also features The Garden Pool, a secluded swimming pool surrounded by gardens and mature trees. The pool is a great place for sun and relaxation for children and adults. 

Located right next door to the hotel, Mimi's Café is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and serves up healthy portions of American dishes in a colorful, French New Orleans-inspired atmosphere.

 
The Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel – Anaheim Resort is remarkably close to Disneyland, with great views of the park's breathtaking evening fireworks. The hotel's front desk also books bus tours to other Southern California destinations such as Sea World and Universal Studios.
Transportation

  • John Wayne/Orange County Airport (12.6 mi/20.2 km)
  • Los Angeles International Airport (34.3 mi/55.2 km)
  • Shuttle to Orange County, Long Beach, and Los Angeles airports (fee applies)
Attractions

  • Disneyland (1.9 mi/3 km)
  • Anaheim Convention Center (1.6 mi/2.6 km)
  • Knott's Berry Farm (10.3 mi/16.5 km)
Policies & fees
Property does not offer a free continental breakfast. A valid credit card and ID must be presented at time of check-in. No third party billing.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • Heated pool
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Air conditioned
Smoke-free policy
Elevators
Ice machine
Activities
Heated pool
Jacuzzi
Game room
Dining
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Vending machines
Services
24 hour front desk
Guest laundromat
Express checkout
Security
Wake-up service
FAX
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
Parking
Outdoor parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Wheel chair access
Accessible parking
Room
Safe
AM/FM alarm clock
Desk with lamp
Microwave
Over sized rooms
Cribs available
Ironing board

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Hotel Map

33.814 -117.9146
Area description
Entertainment district

Nearby points of interest

  • Anaheim Convention Center: 1 mi
  • The Grove: 1.8 mi
  • Edison Field: 2.1 mi
  • Honda Center: 2.2 mi
  • Anaheim Hills Golf Course: 8.8 mi

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (100)

Ratings and reviews for Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel And Water Playground

Overall score

4.1 / 5
100 out of 100
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4.4
Hotel staff:
4.5
Room comfort:
4.2
Location:
4.5
Value:
4.2

90% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Oakland, CA
Nov 24, 2007

Howard Johnsons

Staff was very helpful and pleasant. Discount tickets to amusment parks were available. Easy walking distance. The pools were beautiful and well maintained with large towels accessible. Will stay again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

You can take a $3 shuttle to Disneyland but it is just as easy to walk.

Review of Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel And Water Playground

Reviewer score

2
Anonymous
Sacramento, CA
Nov 18, 2007

Get there early!

We had a later flight in the evening, so byt the time we checked in only the poor location rooms were available. By poor location I mean I could almost have jump off the balcony onto the highway! You may as well have slept on the side of the road. I can't say if the other side of the building was any better, but after going to Disneyland and then trying to sleep it was pretty rough...

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Very short walk to Disneyland

Review of Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel And Water Playground

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Business
Sacramento, CA
Aug 4, 2007

Good location for Disneyland.

We were able to walk to the park within minutes. When we were tired, and wet from Splash Mountain, in the evening we took a quick cab ride to the hotel to change and back. It was very convenient. It was clean and the staff was friendly. Our bathroom was handicap ready, which meant the shower had no ledge. The water leaked onto the bathroom floor when we took a shower. Also, the counter consisted of a small metal shelf. It was about 6 X 18. This was way too small to be useful to us. Other than these two inconveniences, the bathroom was large and the room was comfortable, with a refrigerator and coffeemaker, which were nice amenities.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Entertainment tip: Short walk from hotel

We asked about taking the shuttle to Disneyland and were given walking directions. I was concerned about adding to the walking we would already be doing at the park. They were not wrong to suggest we walk. The park was only a few blocks from the hotel.

Review of Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel And Water Playground

Reviewer score

5
Arturo C
USA
Jul 15, 2007

Very family friendly

Closely of Downtown Disney. My daughter of 5 years old prefair to walk to wait for the transport. It takes 8 minutes. The room was ok, but I would appreciate that there were a microwave and wireless internet connection.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Crossing the street it will find Mimi's Cafe, and in the way to Disney entrance you will find some other options.

Review of Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel And Water Playground

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Newark, NJ
Jun 28, 2007

Good location

Good family hotel, nice & clean, easy walk to Disney, lacks on site food but plenty of options within an easy walk. having 2 pools is a bonus for summer.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Plenty of food options along the road - try & steer clear of the fast food joints and the food inside the park.

Review of Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel And Water Playground

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
San Diego, CA
Jun 18, 2007

Great for Families

Across the street from Disneyland, and convenient walk w/kids.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel And Water Playground

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Jun 5, 2007

Even The Mouse Would Be Pleased

The price was great, and the locations seemed to be just what we wanted. Upon arrival we were pleasantly surprised to find just what a great deal this really was. We were minutes away from Disneyland, there were many restaurants available, the room was a nice size and very clean, and the parking was free. There was even a great giftshop on site with a little bit of everything. We defintely will be staying there on our next Disneyland trip.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel And Water Playground

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Reno, NV
May 26, 2007

Awesome hotel

The Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel is the best hotel we've stayed at during our 15 visits to Disneyland in the past 5 years. Easily within walking distance from the park. Hotel very clean, great staff. Pool and HOT tub very nice after a day at the park. Rooms very spacious and comfortable. Only caution is outside rooms may be next to freeway and can be annoying. Request a room on the inside.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Two restaurants next doors. McDonalds 1/2 block away.

Review of Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel And Water Playground

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Seattle, WA
May 5, 2007

Mixed Review on Hotel

We had mixed feelings about the hotel. The front desk folks were very accomodating. They put us next to our traveling companions in connecting rooms. The gift shop has some food, which we found to be very handy for purchasing water for our room. We also purchased small boxes of cereal and milk and were provided a bowl and spoon. This enabled us to have breakfast in our room and save on eating breakfast out. The gift shop is open until 11:00 PM, very good. The rooms were clean. However, the coffee pots were too small and not enough coffee was provided for 2 people (1 cup each). The televisions were VERY difficult to opperate, taking many tries to turn them on, not user friendly. One of the days, the maid removed the 3 clean wash cloths we had and left only one wash cloth in the room. This was the case in our companions' room as well, so we're thinking there is a shortage of linens at the hotel. It was too cold to use the pool, but it looked nice. The grounds were lovely. We enjoying the proximity to Disneyland. And, liked Mimi's restaurant very much.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Disneyland/California Adventure entrance is about 3 or so blocks and across the street from the Hotel.

Review of Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel And Water Playground

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Indianapolis, IN
Apr 14, 2007

Perfect for Disneyland Trip!

Check-in was smooth and easy - even accommodated our early arrival. The room was of good size and comfortable with a nice view off of our patio. The best part was that we were across the street from Disneyland - easy walking distance and in the midst of the festive atmosphere. My son loved the pool as well as my husband. All of the staff we encountered were friendly and helpful.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Mimi's Cafe is across the street. The food is very good, reasonably priced and the portions are large enough to share most items.

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