Howard Johnson by Wyndham Phoenix Airport/Downtown Area

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Howard Johnson
4.6 (535 reviews)
4120 East Van Buren , Phoenix , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cozy bed
Spacious bathroom
Nice TV
Friendly staff
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Unsafe neighborhood
Poor amenities
High prices

Categories

Cleanliness
2.68
Multiple mentions of dirtiness and mold, indicating a significant issue with cleanliness.
Service
7.15
Mixed feedback on service; some guests found staff pleasant, while others faced issues.
Location
4.69
Frequent mentions of bad neighborhood and unsafe surroundings.
Room Quality
3.64
Issues with room conditions; many complaints about maintenance and comfort.
Amenities
4.17
Lack of basic amenities and poor room facilities reported.
Value for Money
3.13
Overpriced considering the quality and safety concerns reported.
Food and Beverage
4.68
No breakfast provided despite claims, contributing to poor reviews.
Overall Experience
6.65
Negative experiences outweigh positive sentiments, leading to an unfavorable overall impression.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 15:33

Property Description

Convenient Location near Airport
Situated just 1 mile from Sky Harbor International Airport, Howard Johnson Airport in Phoenix offers a convenient stay for travelers. The hotel's proximity to the airport ensures a stress-free arrival and departure experience.

Amenities for Comfortable Stay
Guests can enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary coffee and juice each morning. The spacious guest rooms are equipped with essential amenities including a small fridge, microwave, and tea/coffee-making facilities for added convenience.

Easy Access to Attractions
With the Phoenix Light Rail and Sky train just 2 blocks away, exploring Central Phoenix is a breeze. Discover popular attractions like the Phoenix Zoo, Arizona State University, and Sun Devil Stadium, all within a short drive from the hotel.

Book your stay at Howard Johnson Airport for a relaxing and enjoyable Phoenix getaway.

Important information:

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: PHX

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

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

Location

Guest Reviews

4.6
Based on 535 reviews
Cleanliness: 2.68
Service: 7.15
Location: 4.69
Room Quality: 3.64
Amenities: 4.17
Value for Money: 3.13
Food and Beverage: 4.68
Overall Experience: 6.65
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Daniel • family_with_children • us
1
Do not stay
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The place was a dump. Horrible neighborhood. Never felt safe.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Carrillo • couple • us
7
Descanso
Pros:

Tranquilo

Cons:

Que no hay suficientes toallas y champú y papel del baño para 2 personas gracias

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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lisa • family_with_children • us
1
Cons:

Beds and no breakfast

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Hannah • couple • us
6
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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lisa • family_with_children • us
1
2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Eric • couple • us
4
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Just about everything except location

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • family_with_children • au
4
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Machelle • solo_traveller • us
7
Good stay for a quick over night. For the value it was a good landing place.
Pros:

Easy access from airport with a short over night stay with a last minute booking.

Cons:

It was clean. I pay attention to detail and more instance the trim on the ground or a floor did not have dust hair or dirt on it. That means it’s detailed clean.

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • couple • us
1
Súper sucio, JAMÁS volvería!
Pros:

Nada!!

Cons:

No me gustó nada, el lugar es horrible, jamás me había tocado un lugar tan sucio. Piso, sábanas, toallas, baño, muebles llenos de tierra, las fotos no tienen nada que ver a como están de descuidadas las habitaciones. Lamentablemente no tomé fotos del lugar para compartir pero fue la peor experiencia!

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Evelyn • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Area

Cons:

All was good

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Mark • family_with_children • us
5
Pros:

Convenient location

Cons:

Dated, in need of upgrades. Mattresses felt like a sleeper sofa. The headboard had what appeared to be smeared blood or pizza sauce. Gaps between wall and ac unit covered with clear packaging tape that dint stick to the wall. Overwhelming odor of PineSol.

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Amber • family_with_children • us
4
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Sebastian • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Frolink • family_with_children • mx
8
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Jorge • extended_group • mx
7
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Pauleen • couple • gb
6
Fine for a night
Pros:

Nice bed

Cons:

Some body wash . Some milk for tea ( I'm English ) price quite high .

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Phillip • family_with_children • us
3
Pros:

Location is close to airport

Cons:

Small 🪳 cockroach and other bugs come out at night.
Room stunk.
Room heater makes a smokey smell.
Bathroom was OK, but could be better.

A say avoid this location, until it has a full remodel and cleaning.
Have to admit I thought Howard Johnson and Windham were good hotels, but this one was disappointing we checked out earlier then we had planned on. And lucked out on catching an earlier flight home.
I will be avoiding this location in the future.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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William • solo_traveller • co
10
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Masahiro • family_with_children • cn
7
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Jared • family_with_children • us
1
Disgusting
Pros:

I did not like anything about this place. It was one of the worst motels I’ve ever been in.

Cons:

The sheets had stains of what can only guess was. The floors was smudged with water and dirt as it didn’t smell like any type of cleaner. It smelt like there was a roach infestation, so I checked reviews to co firm this and I was right. If this is what you can afford by all means do what you have to do. I will never be back.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee