Howard Johnson by Wyndham Manteno

Hotels
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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
6.7 (133 reviews)
157 North Cypress Street, Manteno, Illinois, 60950 , Manteno , US

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
Limo or town car service available
Smoke-free property
Wheelchair accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Braille or raised signage
RV, bus, truck parking
Free self parking
Free RV, bus, truck parking
LED light bulbs
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly/helpful staff
Some rooms very clean and comfortable
Convenient location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Reports of roaches, mildew/body-odor and dirty carpets
Breakfast discontinued / minimal coffee service
Maintenance issues (broken sink/toilet, noisy AC, slow drains)
Pool closed during some stays and unexpected extra charges

Categories

Cleanliness
4
Mixed reports: multiple guests mention roach sightings, mildew/body-odor smells, yellow/tinted tap water, dirty/stained carpet and slow drains; some guests did report very clean rooms.
Service
9.5
Mostly praised: several guests call staff friendly, polite and accommodating and note smooth check-in/out; there is at least one strongly negative report about a rude/front-desk incident.
Location
9.5
Convenient location noted (near family and easy access); no major negatives about location raised in reviews.
Room Quality
7.5
Varied: some rooms described as neat, spacious, up-to-date and comfortable beds; others are outdated with noisy AC, broken fixtures and old carpeting.
Amenities
5
Limited: breakfast service discontinued (many guests disappointed), pool reported closed at times, no in-room microwave/coffee maker in some rooms and limited coffee service hours.
Value for Money
6
Mixed perceptions: several guests felt poor value (paying higher rates with no breakfast and unexplained extra charges), while others felt the price was reasonable for their stay.
Food and Beverage
3
Poor: multiple mentions that breakfast was discontinued; only minimal coffee service available for limited hours.
Overall Experience
9.1
Mixed but leaning positive for many guests: numerous stays praised friendly staff, comfortable beds and clean rooms, while others encountered severe cleanliness and maintenance issues leading to immediate check-outs.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:04

Property Description

Indoor Pool & Complimentary Wi-Fi

Limo Service & 24-Hour Front Desk

Spacious Guestrooms with Amenities

Book your stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Manteno for a memorable experience! Relax by the indoor pool and stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi. Enjoy the convenience of limo service and a 24-hour front desk. The guestrooms are spacious and well-equipped with amenities for your comfort. Book now to explore nearby attractions like Northfield Square Mall and Olivet Nazarene University during your 15-minute drive.

Important information:

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MDW

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • General

    Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

6.7
Based on 133 reviews
Cleanliness: 4
Service: 9.5
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 5
Value for Money: 6
Food and Beverage: 3
Overall Experience: 9.1
R
Raymundo
8
Pros:

Strange smell in the building

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Auldonie • partner
2
Pros:

They have roaches.

2025-09-21 • via Nuitee
H
hakemm20009 • Family
10
Wonderful stay
Pros:

Very clean and reasonable price. The gentleman at the front desk was very friendly and polite. He made our check-in and check-out smooth. The room was perfect. Very neat, spacious, and up to date. I would highly recommend this hotel if you’re ever in the area 😊

2025-09-14 • via Tripadvisor
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Shyan
2
Pros:

Hotel staff was rude. Whole hotel had a weird smell, the back of the toilet was broke in our room, air conditioning was not really working and when it was on blew warm air and made a weird noise. Hotel also doesn’t offer breakfast and the pool was closed while we were there. Not to mention when we went to check out, the man behind the counter dug in his butt before turning around after we had to ring the bell to notice us standing there. Went to ask for the keys and how our stay was. Asked him to sanitize his hands or wash them before giving us any papers or touching the keys we had to hand over. He was just horrible and rude. 0/10 would not ever come here again. Save your money and also the extra $100 charge after we checked out and they can’t tell us what it was from.

2025-08-26 • via Nuitee
M
María
8
Pros:

The housekeeper is not so nice

2025-07-24 • via Nuitee
K
Katy • family
4
Pros:

The place needs a lot of work and didn’t look like anyone was really staying there at all

2025-07-21 • via Nuitee
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laurapN3121LJ • NONE
10
Pros:

This was our first stay at a Howard Johnson Hotel and we were impressed! There was only coffee for breakfast which didn’t affect us because we ate elsewhere. The room was very clean! The pillows and bed were so comfortable! We would stay here again!

2025-07-19 • via Tripadvisor
G
Greg
10
Pros:

it was near by to family members that we were visiting

2025-07-14 • via Nuitee
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W3339BMdavidc • Solo travel
10
Good but Disappointed
Pros:

Very nice staff , clean room but no free breakfast( disappointing) pay good $$$ and no free breakfast. And a nice pool !!!

2025-06-22 • via Tripadvisor
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David
4
Pros:

Positive-Room was convenient and clean
Negative-Not great price value. Room color was drab. No coffee maker or microwave in room. No hot water available for tea no breakfast of any type. Essentially Windham cheap.

2025-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Lorie
10
Pros:

Our room was very nice, the staff was very nice. Check in and out was very easy. It was a great stay

2025-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Amy
10
Pros:

Nice

2025-06-08 • via Nuitee
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A420EKrebeccas • NONE
8
Birthday celebration for my 90 year old Father
Pros:

Thankful to be able to get a last minute booking. It was convenient and comfortable. The property could use some upgrades. It’s a shame that they discontinued the breakfast service. The staff was pleasant and helpful. I would most definitely stay again.

2025-05-08 • via Tripadvisor
G
Gary
6
Pros:

No breakfast... disappointed.
Sink drain broken
Seems below Wyndham standards

2025-05-04 • via Nuitee
S
Stacey
10
Pros:

James is very nice and accomodating

2025-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Karen
6
Pros:

The place was clean but no breakfast and only coffee from 6-9 ? My fault for not checking if breakfast was offered I won't be staying at Howard Johnson again.

2025-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Nancy
10
Pros:

Was very nice and quiet and clean

2025-03-30 • via Nuitee
C
Colton
2
Yellow water coming from taps
Pros:

Went to take a bath the water came out yellow didn’t even feel clean had to go find a gas station shower to just feel clean

2025-01-06 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • family
2
Pros:

This place is beyond old and dated. The entire place smells like mildew... like it previously flooded. Windows treatments falking off, walls stained, carpet dirty... just terrible. We checked in and checked out immediately. Please remive this "motel" from your listing as it is not suitable for anyone.

2025-01-02 • via Nuitee
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Dominique
10
Pros:

Nice & clean

2024-09-22 • via Nuitee