Howard Johnson by Wyndham Allentown/Dorney Hotel & Suites

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Howard Johnson
6.2 (1209 reviews)
3220 Hamilton Boulevard , Allentown , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly service
Value for money
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Unpleasant odors
Poor maintenance

Categories

Cleanliness
4.03
Various reviews mentioned dirty rooms and bathrooms, with reports of filthy conditions.
Service
7.5
Positive mentions of staff professionalism and kindness, though there were some issues with room readiness.
Location
7.54
Good location, close to restaurants and work, frequently noted in reviews.
Room Quality
4.99
Reports of rooms being in disrepair, dirty, and having issues with locks and smells.
Amenities
6.02
Amenities such as the pool were not well maintained and the breakfast offerings were criticized.
Value for Money
7.98
Some found it a good value for the price paid, though with caveats.
Food and Beverage
6.53
Breakfast was mentioned positively, but also noted as being served too late.
Overall Experience
5
Overall negative sentiment due to cleanliness and room issues, despite some positive aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 03:44

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located adjacent to Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom Water Park, the Howard Johnson by Wyndham Allentown/Dorney Hotel & Suites offers the perfect stay for thrill-seekers and families alike.

Comfortable Accommodations
Enjoy spacious rooms equipped with free WiFi, a refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, cable TV, and work desk - ensuring a relaxing and productive stay.

Complimentary Amenities
Start your day right with a daily grab and go breakfast and take advantage of the indoor pool, free parking, and on-site laundry facilities during your visit.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at the Howard Johnson by Wyndham Allentown/Dorney Hotel & Suites.

Important information:

Cats are not allowed at the property.

Please note the common areas and hallways are currently undergoing remodeling. Contact property for details.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.2
Based on 1209 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.03
Service: 7.5
Location: 7.54
Room Quality: 4.99
Amenities: 6.02
Value for Money: 7.98
Food and Beverage: 6.53
Overall Experience: 5
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Nancy • couple • us
4
Highly disappointing!!
Pros:

Pool and jacuzzi

Cons:

The room was extremely small. The only chair was a plastic one at the desk area. So your only option was to sit on the bed. Very uncomfortable.

The breakfast items were limited. The coffee was cold. The toasted didn't work.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Franklin • solo_traveller • us
1
The receptionist is extremely unprofessional. He kept talking to someone else the entire time—with an earpiece in—during
Pros:

Good location.

Cons:

The receptionist is extremely unprofessional. He kept talking to someone else the entire time—with an earpiece in—during my check-in. The place smells horrible. It is extremely dirty; there was a huge strand of hair on top of the toilet seat. When I went to take a shower, the water just sat in the bathtub—it even covered my feet.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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theressa • family_with_children • us
3
Cons:

The pool was cold so was the hot tub. My bathroom was filthy. Dirt in the corners dirt on the walls.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Cody • couple • us
6
Only stayed for two nights got the job done but I’ve definitely stayed at better hotels.
Pros:

It was easy to get to.

Cons:

Needed a totally update and a good cleaning.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Rhianon • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Dante • couple • us
10
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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samuel • family_with_children • us
9
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • us
10
Clean, comfortable, great service.
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • us
4
Clean room, unpleasant hall smell and the neighbor from hell.
Pros:

The room was clean and obviously updated, bathroom small but adequate, everything worked. Bed was comfortable tho a little squeaky. Good location. Left too early to take advantage of breakfast, but there’s a Perkins next door and Dunkin across the street.

Cons:

First, the hall smelled like someone threw up. And it smelled cigarette smoky tho it was non smoking. The worst was a guy in the room next to me shouting obscenities, whether at someone or something on tv I don’t know, along with thumping music. The fr desk clerk went over & told him to stop and he did, tho later he got a little loud but not as bad as before. There were people talking in the hallway as late as 2 AM that woke me up. If it’s not already on the paper, you sign when you check in, there ought to be a stiff warning to people that if they are loud and obnoxious, they may be told to leave, and that they need to sign the paper to acknowledge. They have read the warning. This isn’t the first time I’ve had to deal with obnoxious neighbors at a hotel. Maybe it would help if it’s not really busy, the front desk clerk has an empty room separating customers.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Leah • family_with_children • us
1
Didn’t stay over an hour.
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The property was runned down. Do not let the enhanced photos fool you. From the lobby to pool to room. Pool paint was chipping. Pool was dirty. Jacuzzi was just warm stagnant water with no jets. The room was dingy. Tv didn’t work. Whole place smelled like stale cigarettes although signs posted everywhere “no smoking”. When we asked for a refund cuz we wanted to go somewhere more up to scale. They gave us a huge run around even though it said in the policy that we had up until 6pm that night and it was 5. After my husband went down a couple times to discuss the matter we were surrounded by what seemed to be the family and pushed out in a very unprofessional manner. Still waiting until this day for the rest of my refund. DO NOT BOOK THIS HOTEL if you like anything above a 1 star..

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • solo_traveller • us
9
Comfortable and clean
Pros:

Close

Cons:

Breakfast was not great at all ended up going to DD

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • family_with_children • us
6
Pros:

It was close to place we needed to be next day

Cons:

Kinda dirty

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Nickcole • family_with_children • us
1
Pros:

Nothing everything

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Marilyn • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Trisha • family_with_children • us
4
Okay for short stay, could be a bit more updated for the location being right by dorney. Small breakfast selection. Bed
Pros:

The pool was open

Cons:

The walls and doors were in bad shape

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Brianna • couple • us
9
Comfy and quite
Pros:

The tub was nice and big

Cons:

The shower part sucked and the hot and cold where backwards which sucked at first

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Jazmin • family_with_children • us
10
2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Pool and hot tub.

Cons:

Bathroom vent/light was very noisy.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Hayes • family_with_children • us
10
2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • solo_traveller • us
5
Somewhat Nostalgic But Lacking In Quality
Pros:

It was in a good location for our trip

Cons:

The facility was old, carpet worn, and not as clean as it should be. The breakfast was sub par and the coffee/water was bad. We stopped there mainly for nostalgic reasons. With an effort to upgrade, it could be an historic stay for those of us who remember HoJos from bygone years.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee