Anaheim Family Hotels
- If possible, stay within walking distance of the park.
- Both the Howard Johnson and the Courtyard by Marriott are within a short walk of the Disneyland park.
- Booking.com is the best website for finding cheap hotels near Disneyland.
The 6 Best Family Hotels in Anaheim
Best pool: The Waterpark at Howard Johnson Hotel & Water Playground near Disneyland.
1. Howard Johnson Hotel & Water Playground
Good sized rooms, great value, and very kid-friendly. Free parking and free wi-fi. All rooms have a kitchenette. Pool areas are amazing with lots to do for all ages. Two-bedroom suites sleep families of 5 or 6. Book early. Phone: (714) 776-6120
2. Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Resort
Across the street from the Howard Johnson and a short walk from the Disneyland entrance. It’s a little more expensive than the Howard Johnson and a little newer and nicer. Great water park and water slides. One-bedroom suites are great for a family of 4. Deluxe family rooms sleep 6. Phone: (714) 254-1442
3. Solara Inn & Suites
Great value. Nice pool and rooms. 5 minute walk from Disneyland. Phone: (714) 772-0440
4. Portofino Inn & Suites
The two-bedroom kids suites are great and sleep a family of 6. Bunk beds for the kids and a separate bedroom for the adults. Heated outdoor pool. IHOP directly across the street. Phone: (714) 782-7600
5. Anaheim Hotel
The top-rated hotel on TripAdvisor (which often doesn’t mean a whole lot) and a good value place to stay near the park. Large outdoor heated pool. Bathrooms are very small in some rooms. Phone: (714) 772-5900
6. Knott’s Berry Farm Resort Hotel
Super kid-friendly vibe and the only hotel in Buena Park and within walking distance of Knott’s Berry Farm. Huge outdoor pool with kid’s water play area. Jacuzzi for the adults. Phone: (714) 995-1111
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What Disneyland Hotels are walking distance to the ticket gates of Disneyland Anaheim? Must have swimming pool. Good if not too expensive and hotel has water slides. Thanks!
Good hotels near Disneyland with pool:
–Best Western Plus Stovall’s Inn
–Residence Inn by Marriott at Anaheim Resort
–Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
–Howard Johnson Hotel and Water Playground
–Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Theme Park
–Fairfield Inn Anaheim Resort