Hotels in Anaheim

Best time to visit Anaheim

Anaheim in Southern California Orange County is blessed with mild winters and bright, sunny summer days. This weather is ideal for dressing in shorts, t-shirts, and flip-flops all year round. Average temperatures hover around 21 degrees Celsius for most months in the year except November – March when the temperature dips to approximately 15 degrees Celsius. March – May and September – October are slightly lean seasons since schools are still in session, and Disneyland tends to be less crowded.

Getting around Anaheim

Anaheim Resort Transportation (ART) offers visitors quick and convenient shuttle services from all the hotels and resorts in the area, and has stops at most of the prominent attractions. Buses run every 10 – 20 minutes. A day pass costs $5.00 USD per adult and $2.00 USD per child. You can also buy a 3-day pass for $12.00 USD per adult and $3.00 USD per child. If you are located outside the Anaheim Resort neighbourhood, you can use the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) buses, trains, and taxis. Regular fare on the local routes of Orange County Transport Authority (OCTA) buses is $2.00 USD. In Anaheim, if you can avoid driving, you should. Californians are known to have their own style of driving, and tourists might find that to be slightly intimidating.

Get a CityPass Southern California

Make your Anaheim trip the ultimate Southern California theme park experience by purchasing a CityPass. This gives you admission to Disneyland Park, Disneyland California Adventure, SEAWORLD San Diego, and LEGOLAND California. It also gives you a ‘skip the line’ priority entry to most rides and attractions, and significant savings if you’re visiting with family or in a large group. An adult pass with a validity of 14 consecutive days costs $353.00 USD.

Best places to stay in Anaheim

A short distance from Los Angeles and San Diego, Anaheim is a fun destination on a sun-splashed Southern California adventure. The city is best known for various Disney theme parks, but it’s also home to professional sports teams, such as the Angels Baseball and Anaheim Ducks (hockey). A revitalized downtown area, an exciting range of luxury shopping options, several foodie hotspots, and award-winning craft breweries are more reasons to explore Anaheim beyond its allure of Disneyland.

Anaheim Resort area

Most hotels in Anaheim are in the Anaheim Resort area.Disneyland Hotel features Adventure, Fantasy or Frontier towers, each dedicated to the sights and sounds of the original theme park. Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa offers premium accommodation, and craftsman-style elegance with an exclusive entrance to the Disney California Adventure Park. Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel features boardwalk-themed accommodation, just an 8-minute walk from the Downtown Disney shopping area. If you’re considering other non-Disney hotels in the area, check out the Hyatt House at Anaheim Resort/ Convention Center hotel, conveniently located on South Harbor Boulevard, a 14-minute walk from the Disneyland Resort. Across the street from Disneyland Resort, you have the Castle Inn and Suites, a medieval-themed family-friendly hotel with spacious, comfortable rooms and modern amenities.

Southwest Anaheim

Southwest Anaheim offers a wide range of accommodation options, within a short drive to all the Disney parks. Enjoy a blend of California and Spanish-style accommodation at the Hotel Pepper Tree on Lincoln Avenue, just a 10-minute drive from all the popular sites and attractions. You can also check out the spacious, inviting rooms of the Tudor-style Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel, just a mile away from Disneyland.

Downtown Anaheim / Colony Historic District

The oldest area in Anaheim, with several quaint Spanish-style buildings, parks, and churches, is today a thriving commercial hub. This area also features plenty of independent shops and cozy cafés. Consider the warmly furnished rooms and suites of the Lemon Tree Hotel & Suites, a short walk from the historic buildings in this area. You can also look at the Quality Inn & Suites Anaheim Maingate, family-friendly accommodation that is minutes away from downtown and the Anaheim Resort area.

Cheap hotels in Anaheim

You will find a few options for cheap accommodation in the Hermosa Village area, which is almost like another city within Anaheim. Consider the simple, modern rooms of Motel 6 Anaheim or Brookhurst Plaza Inn, both on South Brookhurst Street. You’ll also find several reasonably priced hotels operated by the Best Western chain. Right across the street from the Magic Kingdom, you have the Best Western Plus Anaheim Inn on South Harbor Boulevard. Almost next door to the Anaheim Convention Center, you can check out the Best Western Plus Raffles Inn & Suites hotel. The Best Western Courtesy Inn on W Ball Road is just a mile away from Disneyland.

Whether you’re planning a romantic weekend getaway or a leisure vacation with family and friends, Anaheim promises to be an entertaining and fun-filled destination. Most people visit Anaheim for the world-famous Disneyland Park, which features amusement rides and attractions themed on various Walt Disney characters. So, a trip to Anaheim is primarily about all the Disney parks. However, the city also boasts award-winning restaurants, craft breweries, professional sports teams, world-class entertainment, and unending outdoor recreation. Here are some suggestions to give you a holistic Anaheim experience.

• Go on a culinary adventure at the Anaheim Packing House food hall which houses several artisanal eateries, bars and lounges.
• Stroll along the quirky Center Street Promenade to enjoy the outdoor cafés, trendy boutiques, and Good Food Hall.
• Explore craft beer at a wide range of Anaheim’s microbreweries, including Anaheim Brewery, an institution in itself since 1870. Some of the other interesting places to explore Anaheim’s beer culture are Bottle Logic Brewing, Noble Ale Works, Phantom Ales and Hoparazzi Brewing Company.
• Take flying lessons or just step into the cockpit of a military-grade flight simulator at the Flight Deck Simulation Center.
• Wander around the vibrant 460,000 square-foot Anaheim GardenWalk, an eclectic mix of outdoor dining, shopping and entertainment.
• Visit Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, a 160-acre family fun destination which is home to the Knott’s Berry Farm theme park, Knott’s Soak City Waterpark, and the Knott’s Berry Farm Hotel.
• Enjoy the party-like atmosphere of Downtown Disney District that features lively street performances, live music, and a host of other entertainment. You can also dine at some of the finest restaurants in this area.
• Listen to live Blues, Jazz, and Rock & Roll at the House of Blues Anaheim or shake a leg at the intimate and upscale nightclub, Rumba Room Live.
• Admire inventive art exhibits at the MUZEO Museum and Cultural Center.
• Catch a live hockey game of the Anaheim Ducks, a National Hockey League (NHL) team.