Anaheim / California / United States
The hotel boasts a water park thats a hit with kids so the budget-friendly resort is more than just a place to sleep. An eight-minute walk from the front gate at Disneyland the Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground lets you maximize your time with Mickey. Castaway Cove is the resorts watery playground filled with water cannons splash pools and separate slides for toddlers and bigger kids. In the middle of seven acres of gardens theres a secluded pool for a more peaceful atmosphere. The seven-story Howard Johnson was built in 1965 and the carousel-shaped lobby has a cool retro vibe. The 318 rooms are up to date including nice touches like TVs with the Disney Channel and other premium cable offerings. The pillowtop mattresses will have you nodding off in no time. Microwaves and refrigerators are standard and you can stock up on snacks and beverages at the hotels convenience store. A game room is packed with electronic games as well as classics like air hockey. High-speed internet access is available. So close to Disneyland that you can spy some of the rides the hotel is also near Disneys California Adventure and Downtown Disney. The Anaheim Convention Center is a 20-minute walk south. Theres a cafe in the hotel and dozens of other dining options nearby. The closest airports are John Wayne Orange County Airport and Long Beach Airport both about 13 miles away.
