Howard Johnson Inn Chicago Downtown - Reviews

Nice hotel, if you are a... – Posted 10 Apr 2012

Horrible

Where to begin? Well for starters our room wasn't ready on time. We showed up around noon to see if there was any chance our room was available and we were told that no rooms would be available unti

The hotel was beyond my... – Posted 13 Nov 2011

Excellent

The hotel was beyond my expectations for the price in downtown Chicago with free parking. If you are looking for luxury this isn't the hotel for you... more on MYTravelGuide

Inexpensive hotel,... – Posted 22 Aug 2011

Excellent

Inexpensive hotel, conveniently located with free parking in downtown Chicago. Super-friendly and helpful staff greeted us and frequently answered... more on MYTravelGuide

The hotel is comfortable,... – Posted 9 Jul 2011

Excellent

The hotel is comfortable, clean and the staff there is great!... more on MYTravelGuide

This hotel is basic...a place ... – Posted 9 Jul 2011

Okay

This hotel is basic...a place to sleep and clean-up. No frills. The price is right.... more on MYTravelGuide

Would never go back or... – Posted 26 May 2011

Horrible

Would never go back or recommend.... more on MYTravelGuide

I still can't decide if this... – Posted 22 Mar 2011

Okay

I still can't decide if this hotel is charmingly trashy or just regular trashy. Know what you're getting into with this one. The location is... more on MYTravelGuide

It is a very good deal if you ... – Posted 15 Mar 2011

Good

It is a very good deal if you consider that it has parking and it is well located. I've stayed in better hotels nearer downtown, but with no parking.... more on MYTravelGuide

One of the best things about... – Posted 21 Nov 2010

Excellent

One of the best things about this hotel is the free parking! It is walking distance of both the red and brown lines, as well as numerous buses. The... more on MYTravelGuide

Basic accommodations in a... – Posted 10 Nov 2010

Okay

Basic accommodations in a pretty good location.... more on MYTravelGuide

The hotel is very dirty and... – Posted 3 Nov 2010

Okay

The hotel is very dirty and you can smell smoke no matter where you are. The walls are very thin and you can hear everything that is going on. The... more on MYTravelGuide

A Very Nice Stay... – Posted 4 Sep 2010

Good

This is an older "motel" but the location is outstanding.If you are looking for just a place to sleep and you don't want to spend a lot of money... more on Travelocity

Vacation... – Posted 9 May 2010

Okay

The room was adequate.It wasn't the Ritz, but we didn't pay for that type of room.The staff were friendly, personable and helpful.... more on Travelocity

Good location - Excellent... – Posted 11 Apr 2010

Excellent

Free parking was a huge plus; other hotels charge $*/night.Room was not large, but adequate. Everything was very clean, with updated bathroom... more on Travelocity

Served Its Purpose... – Posted 15 Dec 2009

Excellent

A roof over your head and a place to sleep. The room was not too big and not too small. The staff was friendly. Didn't have any problems with the... more on Travelocity

Right off the downtown area,... – Posted 29 Aug 2009

Excellent

Right off the downtown area, walkable, close to the EL.“Located right on La Salle by Superior - parking on site, basic amenities, clean, easy to come ... more on MYTravelGuide

Use your own judgement... – Posted 23 Jun 2009

Okay

Overall a good hotel,liked the location and close to L train.Front desk was courteous. Now the bad, the hotel was still getting renovated and they... more on Travelocity

Would not stay at this hotel... – Posted 22 Jul 2008

Horrible

The hotel was old and the room looked old and dirty. The mattress was very uncomfortable. The springs could be felt. Also, the box spring was very... more on Travelocity

Be prepared... – Posted 4 Jul 2008

Okay

Get there early to get a parking spot, but not too early because they do not check people in before the scheduled check-in time. No exceptions. There ... more on Travelocity

No heat in room upon arrival... – Posted 11 Jun 2008

Horrible

No heat in room upon arrival (-3 outside). Took about 6 hrs. for room to heat up. Mattress very old -- no sleep for us!... more on IgoUgo