Top Water Park Hotels Near Disneyland

Want to stay at a water park hotel near Disneyland? Top hotels near Disneyland are upping their game and the biggest trend is on site water parks. If you’re looking to relax in the California sun and enjoy a day or two at the pool during your Disneyland vacation, this article is for you!Water Park Hotels Disneyland

A day at the pool is a must-do part of any sunny vacation and water park hotels near Disneyland are prime options. If you’re spending multiple days in the parks, a pool day can definitely serve as a laid-back, recharge for your vacation.

I know a lot of families enjoy taking a mid-day break for a quick swim, even in cooler months because the pools are heated!

Disneyland Poolside Lounging

The water has always been a big part of my life be it poolside or beachside, I love being in it, around it and under the sun. Here’s a few tips to kick off your poolside lounging during a Disneyland vacation. 

 

HoJo pool

 

Take a swim the day you check-in. Most hotels give you access to the pool even if your room isn’t ready. This is the perfect chance to get the kids really worn out and then tuck them into bed early so you can arrive in time for opening Disneyland.

If there’s an outdoor shower at the hotel pool, bring your travel size shampoo and let the kids lather up in their swim suits afterwards. And boom, bath time is done. My kids love showers at the pool and it makes the bed time routine move so quickly.

 

Springill suites Disneyland pool

 

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Top Water Park Hotels Near Disneyland | Disneyland Hotel

I adore the Disneyland Hotel. When we stay there as a family we dedicate an entire day to poolside fun and often rent a cabana. 

 

Disneyland pool cabana

 

Water Park: The Disneyland Hotel features Monorail slide, E-Ticket and D-Ticket pools, Mickey and Minnie spa. Note that sunshine on the pool is limited since the building of the newest tower, Villas at Disneyland Hotel.

 

Disneyland Hotel deluxe view room

 

Location: On Disneyland Resort property. Access the parks by walking through Downtown Disney, or via Monorail which drops you off in Disneyland’s Tomorrowland.

 

Disneyland Hotel monorail slide

 

Price: Summer rates run around $600 a night for standard rooms.

Best for: Families looking to stay at a Disney property when cost is not a concern. Plus, you’ll get access to Early Entry.

Top Water Park Hotels Near Disneyland | Disney’s Grand Californian

The Grand Californian is next on my list, and if you’ve taken even a peek at this pool, you know what I’m talking about!

 

Grand Californian Pool Craftsman

 

Water Park: Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel features Fountain pool, Redwood pool with 90 foot waterslide, Mickey children’s pool and Mariposa pool. 

Location: On Disneyland Resort property. Access the parks by walking through Downtown Disney, via Monorail to Disneyland Park or to California Adventure through the hotel’s exclusive park entrance.

Price: Summer rates run around $750+ a night for standard rooms.

Grand Californian Pool sunrise

 

Best for: Families looking to stay at a Disney property when cost is not a concern. Plus, you’ll get access to Early Entry.

Top Water Park Hotels Near Disneyland | Courtyard Anaheim

Built in 2015, this water park hotel has become an instant classic in Anaheim. Courtyard by Marriott is a short walk to the main gates and has so many amenities for families including bunk bed suites. 

Water Park: Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance with Surfside Waterpark features beach-style entry pools, multiple water slides, fountain features and a drench bucket. Reservations for the waterpark are required for all hotel guests.

 

Courtyard disneyland water park

 

Location: About a 10-15 minute walk to Disneyland gates on Harbor Blvd.

Price: Summer rates run around $400 a night for standard rooms. Search discount Disneyland hotels here.

Best for: Large families; every room in this hotel has bunk beds and sleeps 6 to a room. The water park accommodates all ages.

Top Water Park Hotels Near Disneyland | Cambria Hotel & Suites

Cambria celebrated their grand opening in 2020, this water park hotel has two water slides, a full size pool, kids wading pool, oversize hot tub and so much more! Cambria Hotel & Suites is a short drive to Disneyland and is a breathe of fresh air in Anaheim with free breakfast, bunk bed rooms and on site dining. 

Water Park: Cambria Hotel & Suites is an outdoor paradise, plenty of slides, pools, splash pads, grills, lounge chairs, fire pits . . . you get the idea!

 

Pool area Cambria Anaheim

 

Location: About a 6 minute drive to Disneyland gates on Harbor Blvd if you’re using Uber or Lyft. ART stop in front of hotel as well. 

Best for: Large families; plenty of suites to choose from including bunk beds and sleeps 7 in select rooms. The water park accommodates all ages, but water slides do have a minimum height requirement.

Top Water Park Hotels Near Disneyland | Howard Johnson Anaheim

This splash pad and water park area is great for school-aged kids and even tweens. They also have a regular pool in a separate area for classic swimming fun.

 

HoJo waterpark

 

Water Park: Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground with Castaway Cove features water slides and pirate themed fountains and water features.

Location: About a 10-15 minute walk to Disneyland gates on Harbor Blvd.

Price: Summer rates run around $220 a night for standard rooms.

Best for: Castaway Cove is geared for smaller children, but everyone is welcome to play. There’s another standard pool on site as well.

Top Water Park Hotels Near Disneyland | Disney’s Pixar Place

Pixar Place Hotel has the tallest water slide of all the Disneyland Resort properties! While it has a cool view and lots of fun, it’s not the most thrilling so even little will love this pool.

 

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(Artist Concept/Disneyland Resort)

 

Water Park: Disney’s Pixar Place Hotel features a regular pool, a children’s splash area, a water slide and spa. 

Location: On Disneyland Resort property. Access the parks by walking through Downtown Disney, via Monorail or to California Adventure through the hotel’s park entrance.

Price: Summer rates run around $460 a night for standard rooms.

 

Paradise Pier Hotel room view

 

Best for: Families looking to stay at a Disney property when cost is not a concern. Plus, you’ll get access to Early Entry.

I love trying out various hotels near the Disneyland Resort and have reviewed many since beginning this website in 2013. See all my Disneyland area hotel reviews here.Discount Disneyland tickets

Which waterpark hotel near Disneyland catches your eye—leave a comment below and let’s chat about your favorite pools near Disneyland. 

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By Jessica Sanders

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