Top things to do nearby: Disneyland, Downtown Disney and GardenWalk

Fairfield Inn & Suites Anaheim Theme Park / Convention Area is a short walk from Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure Park and the Downtown Disney District, making it a convenient base for park days. The hotel offers family-focused rooms (including Family Suite, 1 Bedroom options), a complimentary hot breakfast, two heated outdoor pools and the on-site Splash Landing water play area.
In this guide
- Getting to Disneyland, Disney California Adventure and Downtown Disney
- Splash Landing water park, pools and kid-friendly amenities
- Rooms and Family Suites — what to expect
- Dining, the pool bar and breakfast
- Nearby shopping, dining and entertainment — Anaheim GardenWalk and more
- Practical tips for park days, transport and hotel policies
Getting to Disneyland, Disney California Adventure and Downtown Disney
Guests can walk to the Disneyland Resort and Disney California Adventure Park in about 17–20 minutes from the hotel, or reach the Downtown Disney District within a very short drive. The hotel advertises tours and ticket assistance at the front desk if you need help planning park entry.
There is no hotel shuttle service listed; public transport and paid replacement shuttle services operate in the Anaheim area, but availability varies and the long-running ART shuttle network closed in 2026.
- Walk: roughly 17–20 minutes to Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park
- Drive or rideshare: short trip to Downtown Disney District
- Front desk: offers tours and ticket assistance
| Destination | Typical time (hotel listing) |
|---|---|
| Disneyland Park | About 17–20 minute walk |
| Disney California Adventure Park | About 17–20 minute walk |
| Downtown Disney District | A very short drive (within 1 mile) |

Splash Landing water park, pools and kid-friendly amenities
The property features the 30,000-square-foot Splash Landing water park with two heated outdoor pools, a waterslide, a splash pad and an oversized spa whirlpool. Pools and the waterslide are heated year-round.
Pool access is available during published pool hours, and the pool deck includes loungers, umbrellas and a pool gate for safety. The hotel also lists table tennis, a firepit and family-oriented public spaces for evenings back at the hotel.
- Splash Landing water park (30,000 sq ft)
- Two heated outdoor pools and waterslide
- Children's pool / splash pad and oversized spa whirlpool
- Pool gate and poolside loungers/umbrellas
| Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Pools | Two outdoor heated pools (year-round) |
| Waterslide | Operates in the Splash Landing area |
| Spa whirlpool | Oversized hot tub on the pool deck |

Rooms and Family Suites — what to expect
Room types include Room (2 Queen Beds) and several view variants (Room, City View; Room, Pool View; Room, Resort View; Room, Bathtub), plus three Family Suite options: Family Suite, 1 Bedroom; Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View; and Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bathtub (Pool View).
Suites offer a separate bedroom and living area for families and groups; the property’s materials note suites with spacious bathrooms that include two separate showers and a soaking tub in some configurations. In-room conveniences listed include mini-fridges, microwaves and complimentary Wi‑Fi.
- Standard and view Rooms: all listed as 2 Queen Beds
- Family Suite, 1 Bedroom variants: 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
- Suites designed for families; maximum occupancy per room type listed up to 8 guests
| Room name (exact) | Beds listed |
|---|---|
| Room | 2 Queen Beds |
| Family Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed |
| Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View | 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed |

Dining, the pool bar and breakfast
A complimentary hot buffet breakfast is included for guests. Breakfast hours are Monday–Friday 6:30–9:00 AM and Saturday–Sunday 7:00–10:00 AM, and offerings include hot American-style items, signature waffles, fruit, yogurt and bakery selections.
Splash Lounge, Beverages and Bites is the hotel’s poolside bar and lounge, serving casual bites and beverages near the water play area; its hours are listed as 2:00 PM–9:30 PM. The property also maintains an on-site Marketplace (grab-and-go convenience market).
- Complimentary hot buffet breakfast — posted weekday and weekend hours
- Splash Lounge, Beverages and Bites — poolside bar (2:00 PM–9:30 PM)
- On-site Marketplace for grab-and-go items
| Food & Beverage | Notes / hours |
|---|---|
| Complimentary hot breakfast | Mon–Fri 6:30–9:00 AM; Sat–Sun 7:00–10:00 AM |
| Splash Lounge, Beverages and Bites | Poolside; 2:00 PM–9:30 PM |
| Marketplace | Grab-and-go convenience items (hours not published) |
Nearby shopping, dining and entertainment — Anaheim GardenWalk and more
Anaheim GardenWalk is within a short walk (about 5–7 minutes) and offers open-air shopping and restaurants. The hotel’s location on Katella Avenue places several retail and quick-service dining options in the adjacent plaza rather than inside the hotel building.
Other nearby entertainment listed by the property includes House of Blues Anaheim, Anaheim Indoor Marketplace and the Anaheim Packing District; Angel Stadium and the Honda Center are short drives away for sports and concerts.
- Anaheim GardenWalk — about a 5–7 minute walk
- House of Blues Anaheim — roughly a 10 minute walk
- Downtown Disney District — short drive; within about a mile
| Nearby spot | Approximate access |
|---|---|
| Anaheim GardenWalk | About 5–7 minute walk |
| House of Blues Anaheim | About 10 minute walk |
| Anaheim Convention Center | Short walk / short drive (hotel markets proximity) |
Practical tips for park days, transport and hotel policies
Check-in at Fairfield Inn & Suites Anaheim Theme Park / Convention Area begins at 4:00 PM; check-out is 11:00 AM. The front desk is open 24 hours and can assist with tour or ticket questions.
The hotel does not provide a shuttle. Paid replacement shuttles and local OCTA buses operate in the region after the ART network stopped service in 2026; rideshare or driving are common choices for door-to-door transfers. On-site self-parking is available for a surcharge and bus parking is subject to availability (arrange through Sales).
- Check-in: 4:00 PM. Check-out: 11:00 AM.
- No hotel shuttle listed; check front desk for local transit or private shuttle options.
- On-site self parking only (surcharge); bus/RV parking subject to availability (contact Sales).
- Pets are not allowed; service animals are permitted.
| Policy / service | Fact |
|---|---|
| Minimum age to check in | 18 |
| Front desk hours | Open 24 hours |
| Pets | Not allowed (service animals permitted) |


