Garden Grove

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Crystal Cove State Park showing landscape views, a beach and signage
Visit the extraordinary Crystal Cathedral, which houses one of the world’s largest musical instruments. See a show at the theater and explore the museum.

Garden Grove is a small city in Orange County that is home to the Crystal Cathedral, possibly the largest glass building in the world. Admire this innovative structure, watch a performance in one of the city’s theaters and enjoy local cuisine at a restaurant on Harbor Boulevard. The city is also famous for hosting the annual Strawberry Festival, which celebrates the area’s agricultural roots.

Make your way to the Crystal Cathedral, a glass structure designed by Philip Johnson and built in 1981. Move around the building to observe changes in the reflective exterior that resembles a giant mirror. Walk around the church’s spacious interior and enjoy the view of the sky through the glass. Marvel at the Hazel Wright Memorial Organ, one of the largest of its kind in the world. Its intricate design includes more than 16,000 pipes.

Head to the Stanley Ranch Museum to learn about some of the oldest buildings in the area, dating back to the 1800s.

Visit the restaurants and shops along Harbor Boulevard. The city is renowned for its Vietnamese and Mexican cuisine. Sit down, relax and enjoy tostadas and a fruity margarita.

Attend May’s annual Strawberry Festival. Ride Ferris wheels and roller coasters and taste local produce in celebration of the city’s agricultural prominence. Watch the festival parade and see marching bands, floats and local celebrities.

Garden Grove is 6 miles (10 kilometers) south of Anaheim and 29 miles (47 kilometers) southeast of Los Angeles. Reach the area by bus from either city or get there faster by driving or taking a taxi.

Orange County’s beautiful beaches are just a short distance from Garden Grove. Take the 15-minute drive to Huntington Beach and relax on the sand or surf the waves. The affluent town of Newport Beach is an additional 15-minute drive south. Disneyland® Resort and Knott’s Berry Farm are also nearby.

Where to stay in Garden Grove

Delta Hotels by Marriott Anaheim Garden Grove
Delta Hotels by Marriott Anaheim Garden Grove
3.5 out of 5
12021 Harbor Boulevard, Garden Grove, CA
The price is CA $187 per night from Sep. 26 to Sep. 27
CA $187
per night
Sep. 26 - Sep. 27
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Garden Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Front desk is not as friendly there customer service is not as welcoming."

Reviewed on Sep. 20, 2023

Delta Hotels by Marriott Anaheim Garden Grove
Hyatt Regency Orange County
Hyatt Regency Orange County
4 out of 5
11999 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA
Fully refundable
The price is CA $205 per night from Oct. 1 to Oct. 2
CA $205
per night
Oct. 1 - Oct. 2
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Garden Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,328 reviews)
"Not available"

Reviewed on Sep. 22, 2023

Hyatt Regency Orange County
Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA
Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA
3.5 out of 5
12681 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA
The price is CA $270 per night from Sep. 26 to Sep. 27
CA $270
per night
Sep. 26 - Sep. 27
Stay at this 3.5-star spa resort in Garden Grove. Enjoy 5 restaurants, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"One of my only issues was the lack of handicap parking. The other issue was the amount of time it takes to check-in. There should be an automated kiosk or some feature to help streamline this process."

Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2023

Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Quality Inn & Suites Buena Park Anaheim
Quality Inn & Suites Buena Park Anaheim
2.5 out of 5
Buena Park
Stay at this business-friendly vacation home in Buena Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Knott's Berry Farm and ...
6.2/10 (1,022 reviews)
"For the price, it was an excellent option for family with kids, great free breakfast, clean and comfortable room, easy parking and street access. Overall a great option!! Would definitely stay there again 🙂"

Reviewed on Sep. 4, 2023

Quality Inn & Suites Buena Park Anaheim
The Historic Broadlind Hotel at Long Beach Convention Center
The Historic Broadlind Hotel at Long Beach Convention Center
3 out of 5
149 Linden Avenue, Long Beach, CA
Stay at this 3-star historic aparthotel in Long Beach. Enjoy 2 restaurants, an attached winery, and WiFi. Popular attractions Long Beach Cruise Terminal and ...
7.6/10 Good! (764 reviews)
"A lot of dining options in the area and we walked everywhere."

Reviewed on Sep. 20, 2023

The Historic Broadlind Hotel at Long Beach Convention Center
M Boutique Residence &Hotel
M Boutique Residence &Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1628 W Oceanfront, Newport Beach, CA
Stay at this apartment in Newport Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mother’s Beach and Newport Pier are located nearby. ...
5.8/10 (71 reviews)
"The room was great. It had recently been upgraded, and it showed. Bed was comfortable…but the view. The view was exactly what my wife wanted-a direct view of the beach and ocean! Only negatives-had an issue with the auto door not locking to our room and a Wi-Fi issue, but Mona was able to help get ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2023

M Boutique Residence &Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Garden Grove

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
Mar. 19, 2020

highly recommended

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
Jan. 6, 2020

The staff were very accommodating. Kids movies nightly.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller
Oct. 3, 2019

The area where the hotel was located was terrible.

5/5 - Excellent

Recentguest
Sep. 15, 2019

Save money and stay here

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
Sep. 2, 2019

Very clean and felt safe.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
Aug. 31, 2019

Overall a great family hotel , I will be staying here again in the future.

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