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Howard Johnson Inn Downtown Chicago

720 NORTH LASALLE STREET, CHICAGO IL US 60654, Chicago, IL 60610
Howard Johnson Inn Downtown Chicago
Real Traveler Rating: 3.1 out of 5 based on 159 reviews from 5 sources
Recommended
Clean: Rating of 3.1 out of 5
Service: Rating of 3.6 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.2 out of 5
Value: Rating of 3.3 out of 5
Room: Rating of 2.9 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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Based on 159 reviews
from 5 sources
  • Overall: Rating of 3.1 out of 5

    "It was a good hotel and great service and friendly staff." source Priceline

    "I would definitely recommend this hotel." source Travelocity

    "I will recommend this one for budget travelers." source Expedia

    "Very good experience overall." source Travelocity

  • Clean: Rating of 3.1 out of 5

    "The bed was very comfy, the room was clean and the staff was quite friendly and helpful." source Orbitz

    "But it was clean, affordable and the location, within walking distance to Oak Street, Rush Street and Michigan Avenue was great." source Hotels.com

    "The room was clean and the service excellent." source Priceline

    "I have always known the reputation of howard johnson as being classy and clean i now have a new way i look @ howard johnson hotels now." source Travelocity

    "Secure, NO cockroaches or other infestations, clean sheets and towels daily, and the bathroom toilet, shower, and sink all worked fine." source Expedia

  • Service: Rating of 3.6 out of 5

    "The hotel restaurant was okay and the breakfast and the service was good." source Travelocity

  • Location: Rating of 4.2 out of 5

    "It's really a good choice to stay here if you prefer downtown conveniences, transportation, resturants and the bridges over Chicago River." source Orbitz

    "If you're looking for luxury, or even ambiance, look elsewhere, but if you want a great deal in a great neighborhood, this is the place for you." source Hotels.com

    "PLUS: Eclectic neighborhood locale with plenty of interesting dining options, room had plenty of hot water, quick effort made to diagnose and correct the air conditioning that went on the fritz in the room." source Travelocity

    "A real shame as downtown Chicago is spectacular and only a few minutes walk away." source Expedia

    "The location is great near to a lot of places and things to do." source Orbitz

  • Value: Rating of 3.3 out of 5

    "Otherwise, OK for the price and location." source Hotels.com

    "If you're not spending a lot of time in the hotel this is a great value." source Travelocity

    "low price with acceptable quality. DonÂ’t expect too much for low price." source Expedia

    "The roomis very basic and dated, which I expected for the price." source Travelocity

    "The price was very good for a motel in downtown Chicago." source Expedia

  • Room: Rating of 2.9 out of 5

    "They had two queen size beds and still plenty of room to roll around. The room was reasonably clean, but old and dated." source Orbitz

    "The staff at the desk was helpful but couldn't accomodate a simple request to change from traveling clothes to wedding clothes in "any" room and sent us to a lounge restroom with ho air in the middle of the summer." source Hotels.com

    "The beds were worn out, carpeting had rips and holes where it was worn thruough, the staff was less than frienldy, and the room was not ready at check in time." source Travelocity

    "i booked a non smoking room, they gave me smoking, my toilet leaked and my shower had no hot water. they couldnÂ’t give me a new room said they were full." source Expedia

    "My room was very clean, even though the furnishings were old." source Orbitz

More information on Howard Johnson Inn Downtown Chicago

The Howard Johnson Inn Downtown Chicago is a Quality Excellence President Award winner and a Gold Medal Award Property. Howard Johnson Inn-Downtown Chicago is an ideal destination for both leisure and business travelers who are opposed to tall buildings and high prices.Located in the Historic River North Gallery District, we are just blocks away from the Magnificent Mile Shopping area, Water Tower Mall, John Hancock Observatory and Navy Pier. Our hotel is convenient to both the Red and Brown line train stations and walking distance from a host of area attractions and famous restaurants that include Spago, Fogo Dc Chao and Iberico, Ed Debevics and Rainforest Cafe. We are also a short cab ride from Wrigley Field or Soldier Field, the Merchandise Mart and Financial District.We are one of the only downtown hotels offering complimentary parking to our guests - Subject to Availability.Cafe Luna located on our property is a popular neighborhood restaurant, offering affordable priced breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. The staff at Howard Johnson-Downtown Chicago eagerly anticipates the opportunity to welcome you or your group to our hotel and look forward to providing you with the highest level of service.We are going through a major renovation. By the end of July we will have freshly painted rooms, new beds, new carpet and new sinks

Check-in Time:

3:00 PM

Check-out Time:

12:00 PM

Year Built:


Total Rooms:

71

Total Floors:

2 floors.

Rooms:

Description not provided

Cancellation Policy

Cancel 24 hr prior

Directions

Business district, Downtown, Entertainment district, Shopping district, Expressway

Area

Chicago, IL, 60610, US

Pets

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