Best Budget Disneyland Hotels in Anaheim

You love saving and you love Disneyland, this article is for you—we’ve got the best budget Disneyland hotels in Anaheim. All hotels listed are Disneyland good neighbor hotels.

Do any of these phrases ring true for you?

• We just need a place to sleep
• We don’t care about the hotel room
• We plan to spend all our time at Disneyland
• We don’t need anything fancy
• We don’t want to spend too much on a hotel
• We normally spend about $100 a night on hotels for vacation (note it will be more for a Disneyland stay)

There are so many good neighbor hotels in Anaheim, it can quickly get overwhelming. They come in a huge range of pricing with plenty of luxury and moderate priced options.

With the expansion of the Disneyland Resort area and popularity, it’s harder to find budget pricing and determine if these lower priced choices are right for your Disney trip.

Here are some of the best ways to save and stay near Disneyland. Hotels are listed in alphabetical order for easy scrolling. 

The Anaheim Hotel

The Anaheim Hotel is my favorite budget hotel near Disneyland Resort. They’ve done a fantastic job upgrading this property and the lobby is stunning.

 

 

I have stayed at this hotel probably more than any other one both on paid and hosted visits. It’s a standard go-to I grab when I need something affordable and close.

• Walk or Drive: About a 10-minute walk to Disneyland’s main entrance via Harbor Blvd. This hotel is located at 1700 S. Harbor Blvd. It’s probably one of the closest hotels mentioned here.
• Guest Rooms: 2 Queen standard rooms sleep up to 5 with roll away bed.
• Resort Fee: None at time of publishing 
• Pool: Large, olympic sized heated pool with spacious outdoor recreation space. 
• Parking: $22 at time of publishing. 
• Free WiFi: Yes, included with each room.
• Kitchen amenities: in-room coffee maker and mini-refrigerator.
• Breakfast: Available for purchase on site.

 

 

The Anaheim Hotel is my go-to budget hotel with attached Pizza Press and mid-century modern vibes. See my full review of The Anaheim Hotel here  or book The Anaheim Hotel here for your next Disneyland trip.

Note: when booking with the link above, it includes ALL nights in your TOTAL price, but parking is paid to the hotel if you bring a car. No surprises!

Best Western Plus Pavilions 

Best Western Plus Pavilions is one of the original hotels surrounding Disneyland Resort. Pavilions has undergone many updates since it began as the “Space Age Lodge” in 1964.

I toured Best Western Plus Pavilions during Disneyland’s initial reopening in 2021 and loved the classic and reliable feel to this hotel located near the parks.

 

 

 

• Walk or Drive: About a 15-20 minute walk to Disneyland’s main entrance via Disneyland Drive and in through the Downtown Disney entrance near the Disneyland Hotel. You will then make your way through Downtown Disney and into the theme parks. Pavilions is located at 1176 W Katella Avenue. 
• Guest Rooms: 2 Double standard room sleeps up to 5. 
• Resort Fee: $7 at time of publishing.
• Pool: Two outdoor, heated pools, hot tubs and child wading pools surrounded by beautiful topiary gardens.
• Parking: Free parking when you book with my link below.
• Free WiFi: Yes, included with each room.
• Kitchen amenities: In-room microwave, coffee maker and mini-refrigerator.
• Breakfast: Grab and go breakfast basics are free, also available for ALL guests from 6:00-10:00 am in the hotel breakfast area.

 

 

Best Western Plus Pavilions is a budget-friendly option for quick security screening via Downtown Disney. See my Best Western Disneyland hotel comparison guide here or book Best Western Plus Pavilians here for your next Disneyland visit.

Note: when booking with the link above, it includes ALL nights in your TOTAL price, taxes and fees are included. No surprises!

Best Western Plus Stovall’s Inn 

Best Western Plus Stovall’s Inn is one of the original hotels surrounding Disneyland Resort. Stovall’s has undergone many renovations since it began as the “Inn of Tomorrow” in 1964.

I toured Stovall’s Inn during Disneyland’s initial reopening in 2021 and loved the classic and reliable feel to this hotel located near the parks.

 

 

• Walk or Drive: About a 15-20 minute walk to Disneyland’s main entrance via Disneyland Drive and in through the Downtown Disney entrance near the Disneyland Hotel. You will then make your way through Downtown Disney and into the theme parks. Stovall’s Inn is located at 1110 W Katella Avenue. 
• Guest Rooms: 2 Queen standard room, 2 Double standard room or a King standard room. Larger rooms sleeps up to 5.
• Resort Fee: None.
• Pool: Two outdoor, heated pools, hot tubs and child wading pools surrounded by beautiful topiary gardens.
• Parking: Nightly parking fee, $20 at time of publishing. 
• Free WiFi: Yes, included with each room.
• Kitchen amenities: In-room microwave, coffee maker and refrigerator.
• Breakfast: Full free breakfast daily.

Best Western Plus Stovall’s Inn is a great option for quick security screening via Downtown Disney. See my Best Western Disneyland hotel comparison guide here  or book Best Western Plus Stovall’s Inn here for your next Disneyland visit.

 

 

Note: when booking with the link above, it includes ALL nights in your TOTAL price, taxes and fees are included. No surprises!

Candlewood Suites

Candlewood Suites is tucked behind The Anaheim Garden Walk located at 1733 South Anaheim Blvd. I’ve walked from nearby hotels which is easy breezy in the morning, but a struggle after a long day.

 

 

• Walk or Drive: Driving or Uber/Lyft is your best bet. Or maybe just on the way back. The walk there will take you about 15-20 mintues.
• Guest Rooms: Apartment style rooms 2 Doubles studio room, 1 Queen and sofa bed room (with a door separating the two) or a single Queen room. 
• Resort Fee: None.
• Pool: Two outdoor, heated pools, hot tubs and child wading pools surrounded by beautiful topiary gardens.
• Parking: Free parking when you book with my link below. Otherwise you’ll pay $15 a night.
• Free WiFi: Yes, included with each room.
• Kitchen amenities: kitchen with stove-top as well.
• Breakfast: Not included.

 

 

Candlewood Suites is a nice extended stay option for smaller families going toDisney. See my full review of Candlewood Suites here or book Candlewood Suites now for your Disneyland visit.

Note: when booking with the link above, it includes ALL nights in your TOTAL price, taxes and fees are included. No surprises!

Castle Inn & Suites 

Castle Inn treated me to an in person tour. I was pleasantly surprised by this short walk to Disneyland and all it offers for budget travelers. This family-friendly hotel also looks like a castle, which kids love!

 

 

• Walk or Drive: About a 10 minute walk to Disneyland’s main entrance from Castle Inn at 1734 South Harbor Blvd.
• Guest Rooms: 2 Queen standard room or a family suite that sleeps up to 6 with a door separation.
• Resort Fee: None.
• Pool: Outdoor, heated.
• Parking: Free, another rarity in the heart of Anaheim.
• Free WiFi: Yes, and the fastest in all the land according to the owner of Castle Inn.
• Kitchen amenities: Coffee maker, microwave, mini refrigerator.
• Breakfast: No free breakfast, but nearby options to purchase.

 

 

Castle Inn offers one of the best and closest budget family suites near Disneyland! Read my full review on Castle Inn & Suites  or Book Castle Inn & Suites here for your next Disneyland vacation.

Note: when booking with the link above, it includes ALL nights in your TOTAL price, taxes and fees are included. No surprises!

Clarion Hotel Convention Center*

Clarion is the most affordable budget hotel that is the closest to the Anaheim Convention Center. *It is consistently ranked high among budget-conscious guests which is why it’s listed here. However, I do not currently recommend it as I don’t think it’s up to par with area standards.

 

 

• Walk or Drive: Drive, walk about 25 minutes or cross the street and take the free Toy Story shuttle to Disneyland. Clarion Hotel Anaheim is located at 616 W. Convention Way. 
• Guest Rooms: 1 King standard, 2 Double standard room or a 2 Double standard with sofa bed that sleeps up to 6.
• Resort Fee: None.
• Pool: Outdoor, heated.
• Parking: $5 (save $13 per day when you book with my link below).
• Free WiFi: Yes.
• Kitchen amenities: Coffee maker, microwave (in suites only), mini refrigerator.
• Breakfast: Kids eat free with paying adult.

 

 

Clarion Hotel is a prime location near the Convention Center at a very affordable price Read my full review on Clarion Hotel here or Book Clarion for your next trip to Anaheim here.

Note: when booking with the link above, it includes ALL nights in your TOTAL price, taxes and fees are included. No surprises!

Desert Palms

Desert Palms is one hotel that has a huge fan-base. A lot of people book this hotel again and again. I was excited to tour it in 2021 to see what the fuss was all about. My conclusion: the fuss is a no-nonsense hotel at cheap rates, with a super short walk to Disneyland.

I have to say this hotel isn’t for me. I found it too dated and unappealing. One other criticism I’ve heard is it can get very noisy as the walls are thin. That being said, most hotels can be noisy and there are tons of people who love this hotel.

 

 

• Walk or Drive: Walk to Disneyland in 10-15 minutes without even crossing the street.
• Guest Rooms: 1 King standard, 2 Queen Deluxe Standard, 1 King with Bunk Bed Suite, 2 Queen Deluxe Studio with sofa bed, and multiple other room types.
• Resort Fee: None.
• Pool: Outdoor/indoor, heated.
• Parking: $12.50 (save 50% per day when you book with my link below).
• Free WiFi: Yes.
• Kitchen amenities: Coffee maker, microwave, mini refrigerator. Select rooms with full kitchen.
• Breakfast: Full free breakfast included.

 

 

Desert Palms has a great location and lots of desirable amenities for families. See pricing and room configurations for Desert Palms here.

Note: when booking with the link above, it includes ALL nights in your TOTAL price, taxes and fees are included. No surprises!

Eden Roc Inn & Suites

Eden Roc is a motel-style budget hotel that is close to the Anaheim Convention Center. It is also a pleasant walk to Disneyland via Downtown Disney.

 

 

• Walk or Drive: Walk, you’ll enjoy the short walk with views of Disney California Adventure Park, then past the Disney Hotels and into Downtown Disney.
• Guest Rooms: 1 King standard or2 Queen standard room,
• Resort Fee: None.
• Pool: Outdoor, heated.
• Parking: $18 per night when you book with my link below.
• Free WiFi: Yes.
• Kitchen amenities: Coffee maker, microwave, mini refrigerator.
• Breakfast: None on site.

 

 

Eden Roc is near the Convention Center and quick access to Downtown Disney. Read my full review on Eden Roc here or Book Eden Roc for your next trip to here.

Note: when booking with the link above, it includes ALL nights in your TOTAL price, taxes and fees are included. Resort fees as listed will be paid to the hotel at check in.

Hotel Lulu*

This article is titled “Best” budget hotels.

*Currently Hotel Lulu does not qualify for my list of “best.” I hesitate to even include it because I currently do not recommend it. However, it has so much potential and a lot of people ask about this hotel.

I ultimately decided to include it so readers can make their own decision. If something changes and I can update my recommendation, I will certainly do so.

 

 

Hotel Lulu photographs very well. It’s adorable and I loved what they have going on when I toured this newly revamped hotel in 2021. But, there were certain details missing and you could tell cute decor wasn’t going to mask everything.

• Walk or Drive: Drive, walk about 15 minutes or cross the street and take the free Toy Story shuttle to Disneyland. 
• Guest Rooms: 1 King standard or 2 Queen standard room.
• Resort Fee: None at time of publishing. 
• Pool: Outdoor, heated.
• Parking: $20 (save $5 per day when you book with my link below).
• Free WiFi: Yes.
• Kitchen amenities: Coffee maker, microwave, mini refrigerator.
• Breakfast: Onsite Lulu’s Kitchen for purchase.

 

 

Hotel Lulu is on the same side of the street as the Toy Story lot. Read other guest reviews on Hotel Lulu here.

Note: when booking with the link above, it includes ALL nights in your TOTAL price, taxes and fees are included. No surprises!

Portofino Inn & Suites

Portofino Inn offers budget stays near Disneyland Resort. Simple and affordable options for families, including a family suite with a kids bunk bed. Located at 1831 South Harbor Blvd close proximity to Anaheim Convention Center.

 

 

• Walk or Drive: Walk about 15-20 minutes to Disneyland. 
• Guest Rooms: 1 King standard with sofa and bunk bed that sleeps up to 6 (French doors separate king from kids) or a 2 Queen room.
• Resort Fee: $10 per night payable to the hotel (at time of publishing).
• Pool: Outdoor, heated.
• Parking: Free (at time of publishing).
• Free WiFi: Yes.
• Kitchen amenities: Coffee maker, microwave, mini refrigerator.
• Breakfast: None on site.

 

 

Portofino Inn is a small botique hotel near the Convention Center. Top pick family suite, but the pool is tiny.Read my full review on Portofino Inn here or Book Portofino now for your next Disneyland Vacation.

When booking with the link above, it includes ALL nights in your TOTAL price, taxes and fees are included. Resort fee will be paid directly to the hotel at check in.

Sonesta ES

Sonesta ES is an extended stay option on a budget. They also have a sister property which shares amenities like the outdoor pool and hot tub. Located on 1915 South Manchester Avenue in Anaheim.

 

 

• Walk or Drive: Drive to Disneyland or arrange for an Uber/Lyft or ART transportation. It’s not within walking distance.
• Guest Rooms: Several room types for larger families, including a two bedroom suite that sleeps up to 8 with a full kitchen and actual bedrooms with doors, a great thing that’s hard to find!
• Resort Fee: None.
• Pool: Outdoor, heated.
• Parking: Free when you book with my link below.
• Free Wi-Fi: Yes.
• Kitchen amenities: Full, large kitchen.
• Breakfast: Complete full, hot buffet breakfast.

 

 

Sonesta ES is ideal for longer stays and large families who want to meal prep at “home”. Read my full review on Sonesta ES here or Book Sonesta ES here.

Note: when booking with the link above, it includes ALL nights in your TOTAL price, taxes and fees are included. No surprises!

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