The Westin Anaheim Resort Review
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BOTTOM LINE
The Westin Anaheim Resort is, in my opinion, the best hotel near Disneyland right now: a modern, luxurious property about a 15-minute walk from the front gate, with a rooftop bar overlooking California Adventure and a stack of strong restaurants. It books through Marriott Bonvoy, so status and points travel well here. If you want the premium Disneyland-area pick, this is it.
I stayed two nights at The Westin Anaheim Resort on a recent Disneyland trip, and I came away thinking it is the best hotel in the area. That is a big claim in a market crowded with options, but the combination of how new it is, how close it sits to the parks, and how good the food and beverage program is put it ahead for me. This is one of the newest hotels in Anaheim, and it shows.
I have stayed at a lot of Disneyland-adjacent hotels over the years, from the good to the forgettable. The Westin lands squarely in the premium tier, and it earns that spot without feeling stuffy. If you want to walk to the parks and still come back to a real resort at night, keep reading.
Booking The Westin Anaheim Resort
The Westin Anaheim is a Marriott Bonvoy property, which is good news if you carry Marriott status or points. Cash rates move around a lot depending on the Disneyland calendar, so weekends and holidays run higher, and it can be a strong points redemption when paid rates spike. I would price both ways before you book, since the value tips back and forth with demand.
Marriott elite benefits carry real weight here. With status you can get lounge access on an upper floor, and suite night upgrades are in play if you have them banked. If you are a Platinum or Titanium member, the lounge plus a possible upgrade meaningfully changes the stay.
Tie your Bonvoy number to the reservation and set your upgrade preferences ahead of time. Here is exactly how I stacked my two-night stay: I booked through Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts with my wife’s Platinum card, which knocked $200 off with the credit and added free breakfast plus a $100 property credit, then applied a Marriott Suite Night Award on top - it cleared about three days out, guaranteeing the suite before we ever landed.
We actually flew in from Zihuatanejo on Alaska, and thanks to the new American Airlines partnership my Platinum status got my wife and me upgraded to first class, so the trip started off right. On the hotel side, the Fine Hotels and Resorts perks included that 4 p.m. late checkout plus free breakfast at the Tangerine Room, which Marriott Bonvoy status alone would not normally get you here. The welcome amenity was even orange themed as a nod to Orange County, a fun touch.
Location
The Westin sits at 1030 West Katella Avenue, on the block just south of Disney California Adventure. From the hotel, plan on roughly a 15-minute walk to the parks, since you route through Downtown Disney and its security checkpoint on the way to the esplanade. It is close enough that you can pop back midday for a break and not feel like you wasted an hour doing it.
That walkability is the whole point of staying here. You are near restaurants and the convention center, and you skip the parking and shuttle shuffle that comes with hotels farther out. For a Disneyland trip where you want to maximize park time and minimize logistics, the location is hard to beat.
One thing I appreciated is being able to head back midday, drop bags or the kids for a nap, and return for the evening and fireworks without feeling like the round trip ate half the day. Hotels farther out force you to commit to full days in the parks, and that gets rough with little ones. Here, the short walk gives you a flexibility that changes how you pace the whole trip.
Lobby and Check-In
Walking in, the Westin feels like a proper modern resort rather than a park overflow hotel. The lobby is bright and contemporary, with clean lines and a sense of space that a lot of Anaheim properties lack. Check-in was quick and friendly, and the staff clearly know that a good chunk of guests are here for Disney and traveling with tired kids.
As a Marriott member, I appreciated that recognition happened at the desk without me having to prompt it. If you have status that unlocks the lounge, ask about it at check-in so you can plan your mornings and evenings around it. The whole arrival felt smooth after a travel day. The suite itself was the real deal, with a separate living room with a pullout couch, a dining area, and a balcony overlooking the hotel entrance and Disney California Adventure across the street. The Grand Californian will always win on views since it sits inside the park, but you are paying a fraction of that price here.
The Room
Rooms here are big and modern, which is a relief after so many dated hotels near the parks. Mine had a clean, current design with a comfortable bed, plenty of room to spread out luggage, and a bathroom that felt fresh rather than tired. For a family or a couple splitting a room, the extra space matters more than you would think. A few suite details that stuck with me: both the living room and the bedroom have their own balconies, there are two closets and even two safes so nobody fights over storage, the soaking tub and double sinks make the bathroom a genuine retreat, and the welcome amenity was orange-themed as a nod to Orange County. My only head-scratcher was the lack of USB-C ports by the bed in a hotel this new.
Views vary by room and floor, and some rooms look toward the Disney fireworks, which is a fun bonus if you land one. With Marriott status, an upgrade or a higher floor can improve the outlook. Two nights here was comfortable, and I would happily settle in for longer. Two small things stood out in the room: the shower had genuinely good water pressure and heat, and the bedroom was dead quiet, with no park or street noise making it through.
Pools and Amenities
The rooftop is the signature amenity, and it is a good one. RISE Rooftop Lounge sits up top with fire pits and seating that look straight into Disney California Adventure, including views toward Pixar Pier and the Incredicoaster. Sitting up there with a drink as the park lights come on was a highlight of the stay. We put the Fine Hotels & Resorts property credit to work up at RISE: hummus, oysters, and a shared pizza with a DJ playing and the sun going down over the park came to almost exactly $100, and it dropped off the folio automatically. Two other amenity notes: the gym is one of the nicest I have seen at any resort - clearly built with the convention crowd in mind - and the pool itself is modest and unthemed, with a hot tub and a fire pit, so treat it as a recovery spot rather than a destination.
The pool area is well kept, with solid poolside service and a bar, so you can spend a rest day on property without feeling like you settled. Between the rooftop and the pool, the Westin gives you reasons to slow down that most Disneyland hotels simply do not have. It is a resort in the real sense, not just a place to sleep between park days.
Food and Drink
Food and beverage is where the Westin pulls away from the pack. There are several restaurants on site, and they are not afterthoughts. Fleming's steakhouse handles the big dinner night, Puesto covers excellent Mexican, and RISE up on the roof does shareable plates and cocktails with a view. Having this range without leaving the property is a genuine luxury on a Disney trip. The club level deserves a mention too, because it directly overlooks Disneyland and makes a fantastic fireworks viewing spot. We barely used it since our breakfast was covered downstairs, but if your rate includes lounge access, plan to be up there at showtime.
The quality across the outlets is what stood out. I did not feel like I was eating captive-audience hotel food, which is the trap so many park-area hotels fall into. If you plan even one nice dinner during your stay, you can do it here and be happy, from a steak at Fleming's to tacos and a margarita at Puesto.
Practically speaking, having this much on site saves you the hassle of finding a ride to dinner after a long park day. When everyone is tired and hungry, being able to take an elevator to a real meal is worth more than it sounds. That convenience is a big part of why I would rank the Westin ahead of the pack on food. A rope-drop tip from our mornings: the Tangerine Room buffet opens at 6:30 a.m., which left us plenty of time for a real sit-down breakfast before an 8 a.m. park open - just get there early later in your trip, because the room fills up fast once the convention and park crowds sync up. If you would rather grab-and-go, Blossom, the coffee bar by the convention wing, is right on your way out the door. One rope drop tip: the Tangerine Room opens at 6:30 a.m., and we had time for a full sit-down buffet breakfast before walking over to the gates.
Service
Service across the stay was a strong point. The team was warm and clearly practiced at handling the mix of families, conventioneers, and travelers who cycle through. Requests were handled without fuss, and the front desk and pool staff both left a good impression.
Marriott recognition felt sincere rather than perfunctory, which is not a given at busy resorts. If you have status, lean on it here, since the lounge access and attentive service make the stay feel a step above the neighbors. Two nights was enough to see that the hospitality is a real part of the pitch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is the Westin Anaheim from Disneyland?
It is about a 15-minute walk to the parks, routing through Downtown Disney and its security checkpoint. The hotel sits at 1030 West Katella Avenue, just south of Disney California Adventure.
Is the Westin Anaheim a good hotel near Disneyland?
In my opinion it is the best hotel near Disneyland right now, thanks to its newness, its walkable location, and its strong food and beverage lineup. It is the premium pick in the area.
Can I book it with Marriott points?
Yes. It is a Marriott Bonvoy property, so you can earn and redeem points. When paid rates spike around Disney holidays, points can be a strong value, so compare both.
Does it have a rooftop bar?
Yes. RISE Rooftop Lounge sits on top of the hotel with fire pits, seating, and views into Disney California Adventure, including toward Pixar Pier and the Incredicoaster.
What are the restaurants?
The property has several dining outlets, including Fleming's steakhouse, Puesto for Mexican, and RISE up on the roof for shareable plates and cocktails. The food and beverage program is a real strength here. There is also Pesto, an Italian spot attached to the hotel next door; just note that when we visited, our hotel credit could not be used there, so confirm before you order.
How does it compare to the JW Marriott Anaheim and Four Points Anaheim?
The Westin is the premium Disneyland-area pick, with the closest walk and the strongest dining. The JW Marriott Anaheim is another excellent Marriott option a bit farther out, and the Four Points Anaheim is a more budget-friendly choice.
Bottom Line
The Westin Anaheim Resort earned its spot at the top of my Disneyland-area list. The short walk to the parks, the big modern rooms, the rooftop bar, and the very good restaurants added up to a stay that felt like a resort rather than a place to crash. Two nights was enough to convince me it is the premium pick in Anaheim.
If you carry Marriott status or points, the value gets even better, with lounge access and possible upgrades sweetening the deal. For a Disneyland trip where you want comfort, walkability, and food worth staying in for, I would book the Westin again without hesitation.
