Phase two of the renovation of the Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground is underway, bringing this Disneyland area hotel into the 2020s — with a hint of its 1960s origins. The renovation of the 52,000-square-foot second tower includes a full modernization of 91 guest rooms, conversions to comply with the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and a revitalization of the first-floor common space, restrooms and conference room.
General contractor R.D. Olson, which is working on multiple projects in Anaheim, is upgrading the common spaces and guest rooms to feature a modern retro design, including bright orange and blue colors and Disney theming. Room options include standard, deluxe, premium and large hotel suites accommodating families of all sizes. Key project partners include Lee & Sakahara Architects and interior designer Scotty Dog Studios.
“It’s truly an honor to earn the repeat business of Northwest Hotel Corporation, and to work together to reimagine a notable hotel destination for the community,” said Bill Wilhelm, president, R.D. Olson Construction. “With 40 years of experience revitalizing old and introducing new lodging to Anaheim, we’re committed to serving the region as a go-to hospitality builder for generations to come.”
Since its inception 40 years ago, R.D. Olson has worked on more than a dozen hospitality projects in Anaheim. The firm led the remodel of 120 rooms in the first tower of the Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel in 2017 and completed ground-up construction of the adjacent six-story, 221-room Courtyard by Marriott for Northwest Hotel Corporation.
R.D. Olson Construction also has completed several projects for the Disneyland park, including the Village Haus Bar and Grill Restaurant, Adventure Land I and II, the Sleeping Beauty Castle and the renovation of the Bonita Tower, hotel ballroom and lobby at the world-renowned Disneyland Hotel.
