Howard Johnson Hotel And Water Playground

The hotel met all our needs. Staff was friendly. Summer sticks out in my mind as making us feel special as the family with great eyebrows. Rooms were clean. We were in building 2 one of the newly renovated buildings. The waterpark is perfect for younger kids up to around 6 years old. The other pool was basic but perfect for our needs. Housekeeping every second day scheduled if needed. Quick walk to the park entrance with restaurants on the way. Would stay again. [Details]

We stayed 5 nights at the Howard Johnson and are very happy with our experience. The water playground was great for our kids since it was unseasonably hot during our stay. We had a second-floor room in one of the smaller units so we had the extra light from the half-moon windows on the top floors - really loved that. The rooms were very clean. Beds were super comfy and my husband loved their pillows. It's perfect walking distance to Disneyland and it was nice to be able to come back to our room if we wanted to. The staff was very friendly and helpful whenever we had questions. Overall very happy with the HoJo. [Details]

The staff were excellent!! The location to Disneyland was great, short walk. The room was clean, could use some updating. The pool/water park was cleaned daily. We enjoyed our stay. The only thing that would have made our stay perfect would have been breakfast/restaurant in hotel. [Details]

From the moment we were greeted the staff was wonderful and incredibly friendly. They cater to kids by fun balloon animals in the lobby, the store to purchase forgotten items or things kids need, the fun water play ground and don't forget the arcade room too. The walk was reasonable to Disneyland from the resort and lots of places to stop for a bit to eat along the way. I would definitely recommend this resort to a family planning a vacation to Disneyland. [Details]

This Hotel was built 53 years ago and although they are trying very hard to get a five star review they are not being successful. The location is perfect for a Disney vacation but I would not recommend staying at this hotel. [Details]

We ejoyed our stay at this hotel. It is not the closest to Disneyland entrance but at a walkable distance. My 4 year old had no problem walking back after a day of excitement in the park. The staff was friendly and helpfull, room clean and serviced regularly.
Kids were a bit disappointed by the pool which was too deep for the 10 and 4 year old so we switched to the water playground instead.
We would stay there again. [Details]

The front desk staff were friendly and welcoming when we first got there. They were very helpful with initial information about restaurants and Disneyland. They were also awesome when my daughter needed new blankets in the middle of the night and went out of their way to get them for us. The food had free wifi that worked well in the evenings but not so great first thing in the morning. There was a tv, a microwave, a mini fridge, and a small safe for valuables. There was no in hotel restaurant but there was a restaurant across the street called Mimi's that was nice and open for breakfast, lunch, and supper. There are also several restaurants down the street to choose from plus inside Downtown Disney that you don't have to have a park pass to enter. Overall, it had all the expected amenities for a basic hotel room and was within walking distance to many services and the parks.

When we got to our room, and it was clean and a nice size. It did not have a balcony as most of the suites did because it was a corner room but still nice. The landscaping was done well and every morning you could see the staff in the pool and spray park cleaning everything down. My daughter enjoyed both the pool and spray park immensely and actually wanted to miss out on Disneyland just to go back and swim there.

The thing that was a turn off was the housekeeping. The first day the housekeeping was good but it went down from there. It wasn't anything in particular but it was that they didn't put the towels away neatly or they knocked things over and didn't pick them back up. It felt like a general disrespect for us as clients. In the end I just put up the do not disturb sign as the only benefit we had was that they made the beds. It was disappointing as everything else was very nice about the hotel. [Details]

We had a great time at this hotel. It was clean, the staff was excellent, and the pools and waterpark were outstanding. The first night my youngest daughter slammed her thumb in the sliding glass door. The front desk staff helped me calm her down and provided me with all the first aid materials I would need for the week to keep her wound clean and dressed. Amazing! [Details]

Good experience. Defineatly recommend [Details]

Our family of seven rented two rooms for six nights. The hotel staff put us in adjoining rooms which really worked out well for us. The location was great and the property was excellent. The rooms were a good size and everything was clean and in good condition. The service was excellent.

Our only real complaint would be regarding the beds. They were a bit small and we ended up using the extra cot (at a charge of $15 per night) so that we could have better rest. We were not offered king size beds, but wish that they were available.

Overall a great family hotel. Highly recommend! [Details]

Second time at the Hojo and we were happy once again! We checked in on my birthday and were upgraded at no charge. The pool area is beautiful and clean and our room was clean and well maintained. Very comfortable beds. [Details]

Hotel was clean, service was friendly, and the splash park was a major hit for our young children. [Details]

Very pleased to have stayed in a clean hotel with friendly staff. It was also kinda nice to be able to get away from the hubbub that is Disney. Both pool and water park were great to relax before we went back to the parks! [Details]

The room size was good and kept clean by staff (no concerns). Enough drawer and closet space for clothes. Bed and pillows comfortable. Fridge and microwave in room was nice and handy. Our room was on the 3rd floor (overlooking the pool). The pirate splash park was a close walk near reception. We only ended up visiting it briefly 2 times during our stay because the majority of time was spent at Disneyland. When the days were cloudy/overcast, we didnt bother swimming (found water too cold). Hot tub was nice and hot though :) All the park greenery is well maintained and the space was clean. Finding a decent restaurant in the area was challenging (one that served healthy meals and portions). The park food is very expensive and you're limited in selection. Mimi's cafe is across the street from the hotel. We went there for breakfast and most dinners (kid meal options were good). We brought some snacks from home; however, it was my intention to pick up some food from a nearby grocery store (fruit/veg/juice/cereal) to keep in room fridge so we wouldnt need to always visit a restaurant. I was told a grocery store was nearby (walk over the highway and a few blocks down). I got half way there and decided it best to head straight back to the hotel. In hindsight, I should have taken friends advice to not venture out on your own in this area. I didnt feel very safe and was approached a few times by some 'interesting' persons. We've traveled to a number of countries and I was surprised that I felt this way here. Rather than walk the few extra blocks left, I decided that all our meals would be at the restaurant. Getting to the park is easy - just a few minute walk. Because there are people around, it is not as much of a concern. There were a number of homeless persons across the street from the park sleeping and hanging out at a bus stop (many with obvious mental health concerns). Just something to be aware of when you're walking with your children - so you can keep them moving and situated close to you. Park staff search your bags at the entrance, so initially we thought you couldnt bring in snacks and water. You can - so bring this every day. It will save you $. [Details]

Location was great for Disneyland. No resturant on site but lots across the road so that was not a problem. Great to be walking distance from the Disney Entrance. Would come back again for the price [Details]

I booked this hotel as it had the regular pool & also a pirates theme pool with slides. Our room only had 2 double beds & was right next to the freeway.I would recommend upgrading to premium room in the newer buildings. [Details]

Excellent value, great location for families, loved the splash park in the afternoons to relax after mornings at Disneyland. Loved it! [Details]

I picked this hotel because of the kids' pool and it did not disappoint! Castaway Cove is fantastic!
The hotel itself is fine. Building 6 where we stayed, is being refurbished as inthe walls were being repainted, etc. When we first arrived it looked bad until we sawthey were working on it.
The staff were very friendly as well. Also, we had a Keurig coffee maker in our room and they are not cheap so I was impressed!
Theycould definitely have a few more public computers, though. There were only 2 and almost impossible to get on ( they were Macs...impressive once again!) [Details]