I stayed at the Ayres Anaheim because we were going to an Anaheim Ducks game at the Honda Center and the Ayres is right across the street (literally took us 5 mins to get from our seats to the hotel room).
The hotel lives up to its good reviews on TripAdvisor. The decor, which I'd call psuedo-neoclassical French, was a bit odd for a hotel beside a couple of freeways and a hockey arena in Anaheim. But in spite of its oddness, the interior of the hotel was welcoming, clean and tidy. The blackout blinds were great as the room was very dark for a mid-afternoon nap blocking out the sun and the view of 57 freeway.
The location is central - 10 min drive to Disneyland (didn't go, but passed it a couple times), a 2 minute walk to the Honda Center, close to the Anaheim Angel's Stadium and also allows for easy access into downtown LA where we took in an LA Kings game at the Staples Center. The trip downtown took about 45 mins in light rush hour traffic (as opposed to extreme LA rush hour traffic where it could take much longer) and 30 mins on the way back late at night. The only thing I wished for was a drugstore or supermarket within walking distance to pick up some drinks and snacks. The staff, who were good generally, didn't really know where the closest drugstore was. For those who are interested - head east on E. Katella Ave just past N. Cambridge Street (about a 7 min drive). There could be a closer one but that is one we found.
Used the free internet available in the lobby to check-in for our flight which was nice. Also enjoyed the hearty hot breakfast and enjoyed the custom made pancakes/waffles.
Interestingly noise isn't really a factor - even situated beside a busy road, a freeway and the Honda Center we didn't notice outside noise.
I'd recommend staying at the Ayres if you want a solid hotel at a good price located centrally within Anaheim without paying a premium for a hotel location where you could walk to Disney. Also bonus points if you are going to a Honda Center event or an Angels game.











