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Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Theme Park Entrance
Family-sized rooms with twin bunk beds and two showers, located a short walk from Disneyland entrance.
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This family-oriented hotel sits directly across the street from Disneyland, offering spacious rooms configured for large groups. Guests appreciate the family bathrooms with two showers, easy walking proximity to the theme parks, and on-site water park amenities. However, high nightly rates can be jarring for a Courtyard property, breakfast is not free, and thick walls can cause poor cell phone reception and spotty Wi-Fi. 116910
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What travelers noticed
- Large family rooms feature twin bunk beds alongside main queen beds and bathrooms equipped with two sinks and two separate showers. 142523
- The hotel sits an easy 10-minute walk from the Disneyland and Disney California Adventure entrances. 11236
- Select rooms offer private balcony views of the evening fireworks, Matterhorn, and Monorail. 112126
- The on-site Bistro serves Starbucks drinks and grab-and-go meals like hot honey chicken salad and loaded tater tots. 25616
The catch
Who it's for
- — Families visiting Disneyland
- — Groups needing multiple showers and bunk beds
- — Guests wanting fireworks views from their balcony
Skip it if
- — Budget travelers avoiding high Courtyard rates
- — Guests expecting free hotel breakfast
- — Adults planning to sleep on bunk beds
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“the whole place felt spotless and modern not a hint of that dated Hotel vibe that sometimes you get”
youtube.com2:19“Beyond the bugs, a lot of people point out that those awesome fireworks view have no furniture to sit on.”
youtube.com3:48“the bathroom setup was also win one side has a shower tub combo with a sink and vanity and the other has a shower and to…”
youtube.com1:58“there's no free breakfast here which might be a showstopper for some guests I totally get it I love a good waffle to sta…”
youtube.com3:33“they'll hold your bags on checkout day which is great if you want to squeeze in some last few rides on your last day”
youtube.com3:49“what was really nice about this is it is literally right across the street from disneyland so we walked there each day y…”
youtube.com0:24“Here's a view coming into the room nice closet plenty of storage space and a safe and a standard for a hotel”
youtube.com3:19“The first, and you could argue the biggest reason people love this place, is something you just can't fake, the location…”
youtube.com1:26“Depending on which room you get, you might have a private viewing of the Disneyland fireworks right from your balcony. I…”
youtube.com3:01“On the left, you see the promise, a clean, modern hotel room. But on the right, well, you see what some guests have actu…”
youtube.com3:27“And those bunk beds, people say they're way narrower than a standard twin.”
youtube.com3:59“The Wi-Fi did not work for about 36 hours, and the phones in the rooms didn't work for roughly 24 hours. In today's worl…”
youtube.com4:10“the hotel itself was decorated very nice for halloween and we went to disneyland to enjoy disneyland being decorated for…”
youtube.com0:40“okay sheets and everything came off real clean okay everything looks really nice here”
youtube.com4:29“one of my favorite parts is bunk beds that's ingenious that's awesome for a hotel because you're always sweet sleeping s…”
youtube.com4:42“and it is really quiet with the door closed you don't really hear the water park much”
youtube.com6:17“and so again here's a quick picture of the lounge and all of the seating area so it's a really nice area if you have a l…”
youtube.com8:29“okay let's start with where the Courtyard Anaheim theme park entrance hotel is located it's literally across the street…”
youtube.com0:49“we had two comfy queen beds and two bunk beds so this location is perfect for families or groups of friends”
youtube.com1:28“Housekeeping only comes every other day, which can get messy fast with a family.”
youtube.com3:54“our room even had a view of the water park and the resort the night we were there we could see the lights from the proje…”
youtube.com2:31“they do have a restaurant location called the beastro on site serving up Starbucks drinks and tasty grab and go options”
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Score breakdown
How the 94/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
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Location
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- “As the name suggests, the Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance is just steps away from both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park - 2,000 feet from the entrance, to be exact. You can very easily walk from the hotel to Disneyland, even with kids.” 11
- “And when you're planning a trip to Disneyland, you really can't beat the location of the Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance. This newly renovated, family-friendly hotel sits directly across Harbor Boulevard from the Disneyland Resort, making it possible to walk to Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure without relying on a shuttle or car.” 11
Room
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- “From our balcony we could see the Matterhorn and Space Mountain, and the Monorail zooming by every couple of minutes. It really added to our Disney experience having this exciting view!” 11
- “Now even though I booked a no-view room I was so excited that when i opened my sliding door I could look out and see the Matterhorn and even watch the fireworks from the comfort of my own room in my pjs at night. That was a huge plus!!!!” 7
Service
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- “Fridge was great and the staff was top notch. So friendly and professional. Would definitely stay there again and recommend it to others.” 27
- “It features upscale amenities and services that make it feel more like a full-service Marriott than a Courtyard brand hotel. I've always found the level of service here top notch.” 11
Bed & Sleep
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- “One reason my family loves The Courtyard Theme Park Entrance is because of the rooms. The rooms in this hotel are very spacious, and even better, standard rooms sleep 6.” 8
- “one of my favorite parts is bunk beds that's ingenious that's awesome for a hotel because you're always sweet sleeping several people when you're coming as a family so why not have something better than just a pull out bed couch” 34:42
Value
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- “But I get not wanting to take a chance with a variety of reviews. They really are our favorite though because they have the best customer service, include parking in their price & parking isn't cutthroat limited availability, such a great location & has always been clean & comfortable.” 22
- “Overall, the food we tried wasn't spectacular, but we had no complaints. Our grab-and-go breakfast a few days later at the quick-service counter at Disney's Grand Californian cost more than $60 for the four of us, so the Courtyard's much lower price range per dish was much appreciated.” 17
Where it is, how to reach it
1420 South Harbor Boulevard
Anaheim, California
92802 USA
Details checked 2026-09-01
Where it sits
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Stay value
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Right in line
On par with what $$$ usually buys
Scores 3 points above the upscale median of 91, across 226 hotels in the same bracket. In Anaheim it sits 8 points above the local median of 86.
Price bracket
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Upscale
- This hotel
- 94
- Bracket median
- 91
- Index median
- 89
Based on 226 comparable hotels.
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Where travelers agree — and don’t
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Service
62
Value
59
Noise
58
Bed & Sleep
54
Food
52
Location
42
Room
41
Bathroom
24
View the 181 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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Value17 mentions
- “The Courtyard Marriott Anaheim isn't the closest hotel to the parks. But it's close enough. And the trade-off (water park, bigger rooms, two showers) is worth the extra couple minutes of walking for most families.” 19
- “This hotel is PRICEY but its location and quality is hard to beat...especially if you're a family of more than four. This hotel allows families of six to not have to deal with the hassle of renting adjoining rooms which can be really stressful. So even though it's pricey, we gave it a four out of five for value” 7
- “It's a fine hotel, as it's lower tiered neighbor the Fairfield. However it's only really worth it, imo, if you're using points/loyalty to book. For the same cash price you can stay on property and enjoy the resort benefits.” 15
- “I booked this hotel for $296 USD ($401 CAD) plus tax per night on a CAA rate. This was actually a pretty reasonable price, as rates at this property typically go for $300-500 (USD) per night before taxes.” 23
- “The only down-side to the hotel is that it is a bit pricier than the surrounding hotels and if you are not going to use the water park you may not want to pay the extra cost.” 13
- “But I get not wanting to take a chance with a variety of reviews. They really are our favorite though because they have the best customer service, include parking in their price & parking isn't cutthroat limited availability, such a great location & has always been clean & comfortable.” 22
- “While there isn't one best hotel for every Disneyland trip, the Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance exceeded my high expectations in almost every category. I'd absolutely stay there again ... but preferably when cash rates are at the lower end of the spectrum.” 17
- “Of course, that all makes this a much more expensive Courtyard than you would generally come to expect.” 24
- “Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance is definitely not the most inexpensive hotel near Disneyland, but it is worth paying a little more if you need extra space.” 10
- “Not every night is this expensive, but it's safe to say that you can expect to pay more than what you'd spend at your typical Courtyard by Marriott hotel. I was certainly shocked, at least initially, by the price.” 17
- “The big stumbling block with the Courtyard Theme Park Entrance is price (disclosure: our stay was comped). This hotel is one of the more expensive non-Disney, non-suite hotels in Anaheim.” 27
- “Overall, the food we tried wasn't spectacular, but we had no complaints. Our grab-and-go breakfast a few days later at the quick-service counter at Disney's Grand Californian cost more than $60 for the four of us, so the Courtyard's much lower price range per dish was much appreciated.” 17
- “The hotel is expensive and there are plenty of other options in the area that offer a comparable walk to the theme park.” 24
- “The Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance can be pricey, but that is largely because you are paying for the water park access and upscale nature of the hotel.” 11
- “Is it the most expensive Courtyard in the country? That I can't say for sure, but it's certainly one of the priciest locations I've ever come across, so prepare your budget accordingly.” 17
- “Rates are high at this hotel, remember this is a Courtyard! 100 dollars more and you can stay at the Disneyland Hotel!” 14
- “For those reseasons we feel that if you can get it for less than a Disneyland resort hotel it is a good value!” 26
Room58 mentions · 5 filmed
- “The beds and furniture are walnut brown. There are two queen beds on one side of the room, with a night table between them. The night table had outlets and USB chargers on either side which was convenient.” 23
- “I was extremely impressed with the size of the rooms as well as the furnishings. Each room sleeps six people! The room we stayed in offer two queen beds and a bunk bed!” 5
- “Still, it's nice to have especially if you're here for an extended trip. Also found in the room are a mini-fridge, a microwave, and a coffee machine. Sometimes it feels a bit luxurious to have that microwave in your room automatically.” 24
- “Beyond the bugs, a lot of people point out that those awesome fireworks view have no furniture to sit on.” On camera213:48
- “This helped keep the room nice and bright. We enjoyed the space the room provided. I was also impressed at how clean the room was, given the amount of traffic that comes through the hotel and the number kids that stay here.” 23
- “The room was over 500 square feet. For context, that's enormous compared to most hotels in this area.” 19
- “Everything looked fresh. They just finished renovations and you can tell. New furniture, bright colors, modern vibe. It felt clean and current without being cold or sterile.” 19
- “If you are a Bonvoy member (which is free to sign up for) you can get a refundable member rate, which is not as good as the prepay rate but is still pretty good. We were just at the Park vue 9/22-9/24 in room 109 and no issues with the dirty floors & mostly no issue with plumbing.” 22
- “The room is one place i would say the photos looked better than it did in person. This is such a popular, very well used hotel, so there were scuffs and dings around the room. Even so these rooms are in the best shape when I compare them to all the hotels directly across the street from Disneyland.” 7
- “A good sized closet with lots of hangers, a luggage stand, iron & ironing board” 7
- “Upon entering our room, the first impression I got was that it was quite spacious.” 23
- “The walk to the parks is still just 7 minutes, which is hard to beat, and the firework views from our room were incredible both times. We could see Space Mountain and the Matterhorn right outside.” 13
- “We loved the size of some of that standard room! To get an extra bathroom space, and bunk beds (with an outdoor balcony that can view fireworks) for much less than you would get a standard room at one of the Disneyland hotels - is a pretty great option!” 26
- “Every single room at the hotel has a set of twin bunk beds, making it especially great for families.” 11
- “Opposite the queen beds was a dresser, desk, chair, and wall-mounted TV. It was a smart TV and had Netflix available, much to the delight of my kids.” 23
- “Marriott Toronto stadium view room. Totally worth it!” 15
- “All rooms in the hotel are 500+ square feet and can accommodate up to 6 people. This was perfect for our large family of 5.” 14
- “Ask for a room with a view of the fireworks, and you can come back and watch the evening fireworks shows from the comfort of your own balcony. We had one of those, and enjoyed that perk!” 26
- “Here's a view coming into the room nice closet plenty of storage space and a safe and a standard for a hotel” On camera33:19
- “The room itself was functional, with a set of bunk beds for the little ones by the sliding glass door.” 24
- “The room also has a spacious desk area with plenty of plugins and room to put devices.” 8
- “The size of the rooms, room layout, waterpark, and fact that this hotel is MUCH more updated than Paradise Pier would win out for me.” 8
- “My room faced the water park, not the parks, so I didn't get the fireworks view. But from what I saw, it looked pretty great.” 19
- “It can fit up to 6 guests. We stayed in the standard guests room with a water park view. The room was spacious and even had a sitting area with a table. I love having a space to sit that is not the bed, especially for late night pizza or snacks.” 13
- “Things that I liked about this hotel are the proximity to Disneyland, the large rooms with bunkbeds, double showers in each room, and the waterpark!” 10
- “(Forts build character.) This set-up is a nice alternative to the standard desk in the room. This set-up is a nice alternative to the standard desk in the room. You could gather round it to pound shots of Jack Daniel's as a therapeutic way to unwind after a long day in the parks.” 27
- “We originally booked a room that was described as having "no view" on the website, but at check-in we were assigned a room that directly faces the theme park. This made it excellent for viewing the fireworks in the evening and a huge preference to being in the crowds at Disneyland.” 24
- “And remember, the in room fridge is perfect for leftovers!” 16
- “Having bunk beds in the room is a huge plus for families, and Surfside Waterpark gives kids something fun to do when you're taking a break from the parks.” 11
- “While you could show up at any time during the reservation window, I'd recommend showing up around the start of your window or you may find it difficult to get a chair inside. I assume the intent of the reservation system is to not have too many people in the water park at once, but wish they would have had enough chairs for everyone with a reservation.” 24
- “On the left, you see the promise, a clean, modern hotel room. But on the right, well, you see what some guests have actually found. Yep, that's a cockroach. And this isn't just a one-off complaint. It's a significant concern that pops up in multiple reviews.” On camera213:27
- “Now even though I booked a no-view room I was so excited that when i opened my sliding door I could look out and see the Matterhorn and even watch the fireworks from the comfort of my own room in my pjs at night. That was a huge plus!!!!” 7
- “I would take my family! I remember this hotel being built and I think the room layouts are genius!! =)” 14
- “The Courtyard's team went above and beyond on the seasonal decor, too, creating a spooky (but not too scary) ambiance that really set the tone for the many guests visiting Disneyland for its Halloween-themed Oogie Boogie Bash.” 17
- “I also love the dedicated space each room has that will fit even a double stroller or wheelchair.” 16
- “I did love seeing the fireworks from my room, but if you aren't going to take advantage of that, you can save some money by getting a room with no view.” 25
- “We've stayed at the Paradise Pier once with a theme park view and the most magical part of it was being able to be in the room to watch WOC in our PJs with our full popcorn bucket.” 28
- “I love that these rooms provide plenty of space for a family of 5 or 6, without having to look at a second room or suite options.” 26
- “I loved that we could login to our Netflix account right on the TV. It was great that my kids could watch their favorite shows before bed.” 10
- “I booked a two queen, no-view room and it had everything a family needed, and more! In addition to the two queen beds there was a bunk bed so this room could sleep a family of six comfortably.” 7
- “If you've packed lots of luggage, you won't be short for space in this room. The closet is deeper than I've seen in most hotels, with plenty of hangers to hang up all those princess dresses.” 23
- “How much space do we need in our room? If we need more space, The Courtyard wins. There's plenty of bed space, two showers for getting ready and a breakfast nook to relax somewhere other than your bed.” 16
- “The only thing I wish was different about the layout of these rooms is perhaps some room separation so that adults could stay up while kids sleep.” 8
- “During our visit, we "tested" the comfort level by stuffing 5 adults into a room, and it wasn't cramped at all.” 27
- “we stayed at Courtyard Anaheim TPE in May with 6 people (3 adults, 14, 10 and 6 yo) in a 2 Queen and bunk bed room. It was actually plenty of room for all of us.” 22
- “Depending on which room you get, you might have a private viewing of the Disneyland fireworks right from your balcony. I mean, can you imagine just watching the show without fighting any crowds? Guests absolutely love this.” On camera213:01
- “We liked the style of the room: it felt somewhat chic with the art on the wall, but wasn't so over the top that it will look tired in a few years when what's trendy now is passé. It's a nice blend of modern and timeless.” 27
- “In fact, I'd say that for a family it was possibly the most well-designed use of space in a mostly standard hotel room that I've ever seen in all my years of traveling.” 17
- “The size of the rooms, room layout, waterpark, and fact that this hotel is MUCH more updated than Paradise Pier would win out for me. It is also closer to the front gates of the parks than Paradise Pier, another great perk for families that want to take a mid-day break.” 8
- “Cuts down your getting ready time in half! We had a view of the water park from our room, which was great!” 9
- “I have to say this was one of the easiest check-ins ever! We even checked in during a rainstorm and were able to get in to our room within several minutes!” 5
- “Yes! Courtyard is about a 7 minute walk to Disneyland. It's so close, you can view fireworks from the hotel, see the Monorail go by and see many Disneyland attractions right from your room or water park lounge chair.” 16
- “I found that with the bunk bed, the queen beds, the smart TVs, and the large bathroom with two showers, these rooms are a step up from the traditional hotel room when traveling with kids.” 25
- “The bunk beds that felt spacious for younger kids were noticeably tighter for our teens this time around. They're still workable, but if you have older kids you'll want to go in knowing the room feels smaller than it did when everyone was younger.” 13
- “From our balcony we could see the Matterhorn and Space Mountain, and the Monorail zooming by every couple of minutes. It really added to our Disney experience having this exciting view!” 11
- “I also wish the table in the nook area was slightly larger so and there were a couple extra chairs in the room so that a family could sit around the table, or so parents could maybe bring chairs over to view the fireworks at night, while kids sit on the bunk bed.” 8
- “our room even had a view of the water park and the resort the night we were there we could see the lights from the projection show and I'm assuming on nights with fireworks you'd have a decent view of those” On camera62:31
- “Even my no-view room had a view of the Matterhorn and I could see the fireworks at night. How cool is that!?!?” 7
Bathroom20 mentions · 1 filmed
- “okay here's the bathroom now it has a tub vanity and a shower so you get both which is really nice plenty of space here really nice” 3
- “Seperate shower was fantastic.” 27
- “I loved that the bathrooms all have both a tub and separate stand-up shower, as well as two sinks. This makes it really convenient to get ready in the morning (or get ready for bed at night!) when you are traveling with kids.” 11
- “Entry-level rooms at this Courtyard are not only ideal for sleeping; they also have an ingenious bathroom design that includes two showers in different sections of the bathroom. In the vanity portion is a tub/shower combo, while the room with the toilet has a stand-up shower.” 17
- “The bathrooms are very nice for families as well, as they include 2 showers! That means less fighting from the kids on who gets to shower first, which is always a benefit on vacation.” 26
- “The presence of a walk-in shower is great from my perspective. The decision here to offer both walk-in showers and tubs was a good one, given that these rooms sleep 6 and clearly cater to families (what with the bunkbeds and all).” 27
- “The beds were very comfortable during our stay, and the bathroom was well-appointed.” 11
- “On the opposite side of your room's "hallway" is the bathroom. This is one of my favorite features of the room. Every room has a bathroom with dual sinks and 2 full showers.” 8
- “the bathroom setup was also win one side has a shower tub combo with a sink and vanity and the other has a shower and toilet getting ready in the mornings are always smoother when you have a split design like this so I appreciate that very much” On camera61:58
- “The bathroom had both a tub and a shower, making it convenient to get everyone bathed in a timely manner. There was also a good amount of space inside the bathroom and it never felt cramped in here.” 24
- “The split bathroom was quite spacious, with a double-sink vanity, a large LED-backlit mirror, and bathtub in the main area.” 23
- “Then there are the bathrooms. THE BATHROOMS! If you know me, you know I love a good restroom. These have just about everything I look for in a hotel bathroom: nice mirror lighting, walk-in shower, and good sinks.” 27
- “The bathroom was also geared towards larger families. The vanity had two sinks AND there were TWO showers!” 7
- “After years of doing the hotel bathroom shuffle with my family, this layout felt amazing.” 19
- “I really struggled with my choice as our last trip was a 1 bedroom villa at the Grand Californian. There were certainly cheaper options but none ticked all the boxes. Seperate shower was fantastic.” 27
- “This was perfect for our large family of 5. There are twin bunkbeds in every room and the family bathrooms are designed with 2 sinks and separate Walk-In shower and a tub/shower. It was nice to have the kids shower at the same time, yet separately.” 14
- “Another cool thing about this room that we haven't seen before (and we travel a lot!) is the two showers. There is a bathtub with a shower and then a separate room with just a shower. Cuts down your getting ready time in half!” 9
- “We're used to their toilets having this & haven't had an issue before, but the toilet this particular stay was a little more sensitive and sometimes it just start flushing and if you hadn't pushed it all the way down yet it needed to "reset" before you could attempt to push it again. Mostly not an issue though.” 22
- “We were just at the Park vue 9/22-9/24 in room 109 and no issues with the dirty floors & mostly no issue with plumbing. The shower & sink worked great.” 22
- “The bathroom in each guest room is amazing! There is a large vanity with two sinks and a large mirror with the most amazing lighting.” 10
Noise7 mentions · 1 filmed
- “Seperate shower was fantastic. Beds were comfy, rooms were so quiet.” 27
- “Beds were comfy, rooms were so quiet.” 27
- “The rooms were fairly quiet, except I could really hear the stomping and crying child in the room above me at 11 pm lol.” 7
- “#2 - this hotel is literally surrounded by two water parks; their Surfside Water Park AND the water park located at the Howard Johnson next door...so no matter where your room is if that balcony door is open during the day you're going to hear a clanging sound!!!” 7
- “and it is really quiet with the door closed you don't really hear the water park much” On camera36:17
- “My favorite part of this staycation was watching the fireworks from our balcony. You can hear the music and it was just such a special 15 minutes that I shared with my family.” 14
- “I was a bit concerned about the noise of the water park view rooms waterpark but the windows blocked it out very well.” 13
Service23 mentions · 5 filmed
- “The staff was friendly when I was there. The hotel was clean. The coffee was good.” 19
- “Fridge was great and the staff was top notch. So friendly and professional. Would definitely stay there again and recommend it to others.” 27
- “It features upscale amenities and services that make it feel more like a full-service Marriott than a Courtyard brand hotel. I've always found the level of service here top notch.” 11
- “Being super fair-skinned that left little options for me, but I did find myself some shade beside the two water slides. They had very attentive lifeguards on duty.” 7
- “they'll hold your bags on checkout day which is great if you want to squeeze in some last few rides on your last day” On camera63:49
- “I wish the Courtyard had done something similar. Also, housekeeping isn't automatic every day. They typically start daily service on the 3rd night unless you request it earlier. If you need extra towels or want your trash taken out, you have to call and ask.” 19
- “The staff here was very friendly, greeting us every time we crossed the lobby on our way in or out.” 11
- “Stayed there and was not able to use my phone at all, asked the front desk about the issue and their response was oh our walls are to thick SORRY! Wait isn't this a brand new hotel? WiFi sucked as well so make sure you are not planning on using your phone at all!” 14
- “Fridge was great and the staff was top notch. So friendly and professional.” 27
- “The staffs customer service was nothing but stellar which made our family vacation so enjoyable. We plan on going back soon and will definitely stay here again.” 27
- “The staff were very friendly, my room was ready when I arrived early at 10 a.m. and everything was clean & comfortable.” 7
- “Stayed there and was not able to use my phone at all, asked the front desk about the issue and their response was oh our walls are to thick SORRY!” 14
- “Check in is later in the day. We were driving in, so got to the hotel around noon, and they made us wait for the actual check in time to get into our room. It was a bit surprising, as the hotel did not seem busy.” 26
- “and so again here's a quick picture of the lounge and all of the seating area so it's a really nice area if you have a lot of people or people coming to visit you at the hotel and so just really nice clean they were very clean they were wiping things down constantly” On camera38:29
- “The front desk is very friendly, with agents that helped look for solutions to problems and willing to go out of their way to make guests happy.” 24
- “The hotel looks modern and clean, but there's almost zero Disney theming. I get it - they're not a Disney property. But when pretty much everyone staying here is going to Disneyland, a few subtle touches would be nice.” 19
- “okay sheets and everything came off real clean okay everything looks really nice here” On camera34:29
- “It wasn't just that our requests were accommodated during our brief stay. Everyone we met always addressed our requests in a way that was exceedingly polite, thoughtful and intuitive - an approach that's hard to find these days, even at some high-end properties.” 17
- “When we asked for a late checkout - a perk I'm in theory entitled to as a Marriott Bonvoy member with Platinum Elite status but don't always get - it was immediately offered all the way to 4 p.m. which is not common, even when it is supposed to be.” 17
- “the hotel itself was decorated very nice for halloween and we went to disneyland to enjoy disneyland being decorated for halloween around this time of year so it was fun to come to the hotel they did a lot of fun decorations throughout” On camera30:40
- “One thing i found a little strange is the toiletries were kind of hastily placed. I don't know if I'm just being too particular here, but since some of them were placed backwards or upside down it had me wondering if they were in such a rush did they rush over some of the cleaning too...but the room was definitely clean so don't worry I didn't knock them down for that.” 7
- “Housekeeping only comes every other day, which can get messy fast with a family.” On camera213:54
- “Additionally, guests can use the on-site exercise room and the valet service is exceptionally quick. For valet they recommend texting the valet desk and they should provide an estimated time of arrival for your vehicle.” 5
Bed & Sleep7 mentions · 1 filmed
- “Overall the Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park entrance is a great option for families visiting the Disneyland resort. The rooms offer a perfect spot to rest your head after a long day at the Disney parks.” 13
- “One reason my family loves The Courtyard Theme Park Entrance is because of the rooms. The rooms in this hotel are very spacious, and even better, standard rooms sleep 6.” 8
- “I tried sleeping on the bunk bed one night and it wasn't very pleasant for me, giving me sores from lack of support. But the kids didn't seem bothered by it and enjoyed it.” 24
- “one of my favorite parts is bunk beds that's ingenious that's awesome for a hotel because you're always sweet sleeping several people when you're coming as a family so why not have something better than just a pull out bed couch” On camera34:42
- “The beds are extremely comfy (I should know, on our March 2019 trip I was sick and spent 2 1/2 days in that bed.)” 8
- “As for the regular beds, the pillows are a tad flimsy and the sheets could be thicker, but it wasn't a bad sleep.” 24
- “The twin bunk beds are sturdy, and the top bunk has a good railing to keep kids from rolling out of the bed.” 8
Location27 mentions · 4 filmed
- “Now, I am far from being a fan of Paradise Pier Hotel, and think the Courtyard Theme Park Entrance is significantly nicer with a better location.” 27
- “As the name suggests, the Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance is just steps away from both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park - 2,000 feet from the entrance, to be exact. You can very easily walk from the hotel to Disneyland, even with kids.” 11
- “Even my 16 year old enjoyed the slides. It was a 7 min walk to the security based on our hustle so yes closer then Contemporary. Easy to stop at one of the restaurants but we never did.” 27
- “Staying across the street from Disneyland definitely has its perks, like being able to walk from your hotel, to Disneyland's main entrance in just 10 minutes and Downtown Disney is just a little bit farther!” 10
- “Honesty, this was a lovely room so i gave it a 4 out of 5. This hotel is PRICEY but its location and quality is hard to beat...especially if you're a family of more than four.” 7
- “The location is not only close to Disneyland, it's also close to a variety of restaurants. Mimi's cafe, which has excellent breakfast and amazing muffins, is right in the parking lot.” 7
- “The big downside to Paradise Pier is that to get into the parks, you do have a rather long walk now going through Downtown Disney.” 28
- “The Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Theme Park Entrance has one of the best locations and properties combined in the Disneyland resort area! We had a great stay with our two daughters ages five and seven. The property is within walking distance and is surrounded by several dining options which make it easy to keep your costs low when spending several days at Disneyland!” 5
- “It is a quick walk to the park from this hotel, and there are some fun ammenities for families.” 26
- “what was really nice about this is it is literally right across the street from disneyland so we walked there each day you can see the yellow outline here's how you can walk from it you pass the mcdonald's and ihop some other restaurants” On camera30:24
- “We found it to be a 5 minute walk, but we are not slow walkers. You will have to go through security at the main gate, which can get busy, but it is a very convenient location to the parks.” 26
- “What hasn't changed is the location. The walk to the parks is still just 7 minutes, which is hard to beat, and the firework views from our room were incredible both times.” 13
- “And when you're planning a trip to Disneyland, you really can't beat the location of the Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance. This newly renovated, family-friendly hotel sits directly across Harbor Boulevard from the Disneyland Resort, making it possible to walk to Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure without relying on a shuttle or car.” 11
- “I thought the hotel was a great location and offered a lot of space for my family.” 13
- “At a quick pace it took me about seven minutes to walk from the hotel entrance to the park which is AMAZING!!! Especially for coming back to the room for those mid-day breaks.” 7
- “As the name would indicate, the Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance is located a quick walk away from the entrance of Disneyland. It's close enough that you can easily walk, even if you decide to take a break at your hotel during the day.” 25
- “we had two comfy queen beds and two bunk beds so this location is perfect for families or groups of friends” On camera61:28
- “okay let's start with where the Courtyard Anaheim theme park entrance hotel is located it's literally across the street from Disneyland so talk about convenience very easy to get there from the hotel to the main entrance of Disneyland is just an 8 to 10 minute walk depending on how speedy you are and how long you have to wait for the Harbor Boulevard crosswalk” On camera60:49
- “The location is excellent, and the rooms are unusually spacious.” 11
- “Holiday Inn & Suites Anaheim (1 Blk/Disneyland) (funky location and a bit tricky to enter through downtown Disney but very little wait in security lines because of that)” 15
- “When we recently visited the parks, it took us around 1,000 steps to get to the parks from the hotel, which was roughly a 10-minute walk at my 7-year-old's pace. This makes it pretty easy to get there for rope drop in the morning - or even take afternoon breaks - without exhausting yourself.” 17
- “Not a ton of onsite restauarant options (but there are a few more in easy walking distance)” 26
- “There are a few big perks to staying at this property, with the main one being its location! It is only a 10-minute walk to either Disneyland or California Adventure Park.” 23
- “The first, and you could argue the biggest reason people love this place, is something you just can't fake, the location, the location, the location. We're talking an 8-to-10-minute walk to the front gate. Now, if you've ever had to deal with tired kids, strollers, and a mountain of souvenirs after a 12-hour day at Disney, you know that this is pure gold.” On camera211:26
- “Additionally, for the quality of the hotel - the location cannot be beat by an off property accommodation.” 5
- “If you are traveling to Disneyland, this is a great hotel for families with young kids! It's across the street from the entrance to the parks/downtown Disney and has an amazing water park right on site. This hotel is closer to the park entrance than 2 of the Disney hotels!” 9
- “In easy walking distance to the Disneyland parks - in reality this hotel is in easier walking distance than some of the Disneyland resort hotels, so take that into consideration!” 26
Food19 mentions · 2 filmed
- “Unfortunately, Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance does not offer free breakfast, but that doesn't mean that you are out of luck.” 10
- “Next to the beverage station is a cupboard with an empty mini fridge and a microwave. This was great for heating up leftovers for another meal.” 23
- “Dining - There is a small Bistro and Starbucks located in the lobby of the Courtyard, and my family has eaten quite a bit here. The Bistro hours are 6:30 am to 11 pm. We thought the food was quite delicious.” 8
- “The Bistro also has a coffee counter with Starbucks coffee - the perfect stop before visiting the theme parks.” 25
- “Overall, the food we tried wasn't spectacular, but we had no complaints.” 17
- “there's no free breakfast here which might be a showstopper for some guests I totally get it I love a good waffle to start my Disney day” On camera63:33
- “The Bistro also serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I tried their flatbread pizza one night and it was big enough to share. My kids would eat it.” 19
- “Is there complimentary breakfast at the Courtyard? There is not free breakfast at the Courtyard. This is a bit of a bummer if you expect that from the Courtyard brand but it is typical of the hotels across from Disneyland.” 13
- “On our way home from the parks we stopped at the Bistro and ordered pizza to take back to the room. I really appreciated the convenience of having food options on site.” 13
- “Inside the lobby you'll find The Bistro with plenty of grab and go snacks, Starbucks drinks and small bites. We dined here for lunch and the food was really, really good.” 16
- “If you would prefer a Starbucks coffee or you're looking for a made-to-order meal, head over to The Bistro across the hall. Open from 6:30am-11pm, it serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner fare, including pizza. One of the highlights from here was a Mickey Mouse pancake for $6.50 (USD).” 23
- “Missing Amenities I would like to see: Free Breakfast - Many Marriott's include free breakfast, but this location (and the Fairfield Inn next door) do not.” 8
- “I also likes the close proximity to McDonald's, Mimi's Cafe, Panera and of course Disneyland for even more food options.” 16
- “I went down every morning before heading to the parks and grabbed coffee. It was good, it was fast, and I didn't have to deal with the Starbucks line at Downtown Disney.” 19
- “During my stay, I had several meals at the Bistro and loved all of them. I tried the Cobb Salad, the hot honey chicken salad, and the loaded tater tots.” 25
- “While there's no proper restaurant at this hotel there is a FANTASTIC bistro that not only serves Starbucks coffee but it also serves amazing food.” 7
- “I ordered the breakfast wrap and it was so good I had to get it twice during my stay. It came with a side of fresh fruit, fresh guacamole, and pico de gallo.” 7
- “they do have a restaurant location called the beastro on site serving up Starbucks drinks and tasty grab and go options” On camera63:40
- “I usually stay at the Marriott next door and it is an easy walking distance to the front gate and there are 3 reasonable restaurants right there for meals outside of the park.” 28
View3 mentions
- “I booked a waterpark view and requested a higher floor. I lucked out that it was also facing the parks towards where fireworks are, etc” 8
- “The children were delighted to have this option! We had a great view overlooking the water park and Disneyland resort - we were able to watch the fireworks here one night when the rain was too much to stay at Disneyland.” 5
- “The rooms at the Courtyard Anaheim are fantastic for families. I had a guest room with two queen beds, a set of twin bunk beds, and a view overlooking the Surfside Waterpark (and the Disneyland Park fireworks!). This room is a great option for families - especially those with more than two children.” 25
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- 11Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance Reviewsandiegofamilytravel.comReview site2026-08-17Current13 quotes used
“I loved that the bathrooms all have both a tub and separate stand-up shower, as well as two sinks. This makes it really convenient to get ready in the morning (or get ready for bed at night!) when you are traveling with…”
Read originalsandiegofamilytravel.com - 13Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance Reviewfivefortheroad.comReview site2026-07-24Current11 quotes used
“Overall the Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park entrance is a great option for families visiting the Disneyland resort. The rooms offer a perfect spot to rest your head after a long day at the Disney parks.”
Read originalfivefortheroad.com - 16Courtyard Anaheim Review: Disneyland's Water Park Hotelthehappiestblogonearth.comReview site2026-05-08Current8 quotes used
“And remember, the in room fridge is perfect for leftovers!”
Read originalthehappiestblogonearth.com - 19I Finally Stayed At That Disneyland Hotel With The Water ...marcieinmommyland.comReview site2026-02-06Recent13 quotes used
“The Courtyard Marriott Anaheim isn't the closest hotel to the parks. But it's close enough. And the trade-off (water park, bigger rooms, two showers) is worth the extra couple minutes of walking for most families.”
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“Still, it's nice to have especially if you're here for an extended trip. Also found in the room are a mini-fridge, a microwave, and a coffee machine. Sometimes it feels a bit luxurious to have that microwave in your room…”
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“The Bistro also has a coffee counter with Starbucks coffee - the perfect stop before visiting the theme parks.”
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