RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT AT ANAHEIM RESORT/CONVENTION CENTER, Anaheim

The hotel is located in Anaheim's best-rated area, within a 10-15 minute walk to the Disneyland Esplanade and a 4-minute stroll to the Convention Center. John Wayne Airport is 19 km away. The walk to Disney crosses two traffic lights and is doable with young children. Parking on site is paid, and the city-run ART shuttle is an alternative for park access, with a one-day pass costing $6 for adults and $2.50 for children. Nearby essentials include CVS, Walgreens, and a 7-Eleven, plus several restaurants such as Blaze Pizza and Sabrosada Fresh Mexican Food within 0.5 km. The immediate area is safe, though some side streets may feel less comfortable at night; sticking to main roads is advised.

All suites include a full kitchen with a stovetop, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, cookware, dishes, and a dining area. The living and sleeping areas are separated, providing privacy, and the living room sofa bed offers additional sleeping space. Families with children will appreciate the kids' suites with bunk beds and bright theming, while the Executive Suite sleeps up to 8 with two bathrooms. Park-view rooms on higher floors show the nightly Disney fireworks. Rooms are kept very clean, though some may show signs of wear such as tattered furniture or minor wall damage. Beds are firm, which some find comfortable but others may find too hard; the pull-out sofa bed is noted as best for children only. Shower-only bathrooms (no tub) are standard. The kitchen is well-stocked for cooking, and each room includes a safe, ironing facilities, and a flat-screen TV. Room storage is limited to a few drawers, so living out of suitcases is common for longer stays.

Breakfast is served from 6:30-9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00-10:00 AM on weekends, offering a substantial spread: scrambled eggs, sausage or bacon, potatoes, cereal, oatmeal, yogurt, fruit, bagels, juices, and the popular DIY Mickey Mouse waffles with Nutella. The buffet is well-stocked even for large crowds, and staff keeps it clean and replenished. Guests may take breakfast to their rooms for convenience-the hotel does not have a full restaurant or room service, but a bar lounge area is available on site for evening drinks. The convenience store on the property sells snacks and essentials, and groceries can be delivered to the room. For those wanting more variety, many restaurants are within a short walk.

The outdoor heated pool on the rooftop offers views over the area and is open year-round from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. A separate kids' pool and splash pad are available, though the splash pad may occasionally be out of operation. The large hot tub is popular for relaxing after park days. The fitness centre is small and located on the 6th floor-medicine ball drops can be noisy for rooms directly below. Sun loungers and umbrellas are provided around the pool area. Paid cabana rentals are available at $250 for four hours. The hotel does not have a spa. The pool and hot tub are free for all guests.

Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. The 24-hour front desk can assist with early check-in requests (based on availability), luggage storage, and grocery delivery acceptance. Express check-in/out is available. Laundry facilities are on site and are operated by a third-party app; guests pay with a debit/credit card and use their room key for access. The fitness centre is free to use, as is the hot tub and both pools. The property offers accessible parking and features wheelchair-accessible rooms with roll-in showers and grab rails. Pets are allowed with a fee. Business facilities include one meeting room (26 m²) available for an additional charge. The hotel does not provide shuttle service to parks or airports, but the Anaheim ART shuttle is a paid alternative. Security includes key card access, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers, though some have reported that the parking garage is not comprehensively monitored.