Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville

Hotels
Howard Johnson
6.4 (188 reviews)
7850 Rhode Island St, Merrillville, Indiana, 46410 , Merrillville , US

Facilities

Free breakfast
Boat tours nearby
Fitness facilities
Health or beauty spa nearby
Express check-out
Free bicycles nearby
Fireplace in lobby
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Affordable options
Helpful staff
Cons:
Dirty facilities
Poor maintenance
Safety concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
3.79
Multiple reviews mention dirty rooms and inadequate cleaning.
Service
8.76
Staff was accommodating and helpful in addressing issues.
Location
8.3
Off the main drag which provided a nice atmosphere.
Room Quality
5.25
Many complaints about broken and unclean facilities.
Amenities
5.28
Limited amenities reported; fridge broken and pool conditions poor.
Value for Money
6.74
Affordable for those on a budget, but expectations should be low.
Food and Beverage
7.29
Breakfast options were decent and appreciated by guests.
Overall Experience
5.76
Overall experience marred by cleanliness issues and safety concerns.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 06:04

Property Description

Recreational Amenities and More

Enjoy the recreational amenities like the fitness center or relax in the garden. Benefit from complimentary wireless internet and concierge services. Unwind in the lobby by the fireplace.

Dining and Bar Options

Indulge in a satisfying meal at the hotel restaurant and later, have a drink at the bar/lounge. Start your day with a complimentary continental breakfast served daily.

Comfortable Accommodations

Relax in one of the 112 guestrooms with modern amenities like microwaves and LED televisions. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi and enjoy satellite programming. Make yourself at home with complimentary toiletries and cozy bedding.

Experience convenience and comfort at Clarion Inn. Book your stay now to enjoy these fantastic features!

Important information:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

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

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • General

    Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

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Location

Guest Reviews

6.4
Based on 188 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.79
Service: 8.76
Location: 8.3
Room Quality: 5.25
Amenities: 5.28
Value for Money: 6.74
Food and Beverage: 7.29
Overall Experience: 5.76
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mohan kumar
2
Pros:

Restroom is not working

2025-10-13 via Nuitee
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Maria family_with_children
2
Pros:

They gave me a room with no running water, and the key wouldn’t open the door so they had to open the door for me with the master key. So they gave me another room with smaller beds and one of the bedsheets had cigarette burn marks.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Daria
4
Pros:

The landscape was unkept, bushes needed trimming, a tall ladder was outside near windows, a screen was torn.
The tub had stains, towel rack over toilet broke when a towel was removed, a sock was under the bed and other debris, floor needed mopping, hallway needed cleaning, no base boards, a door was visibly broken, my door didn’t lock! Needed another room!

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Tiffany
2
Pros:

Didn’t even stay for this reservation and they refused to change my na

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
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Natalie family
10
Pros:

During the weekdays, there are hot waffles. Weekend a larger selection of hot items. Always a nice continental offering. Friendly staff. The near future holds plans for upgrades, but I am happy now.
The only thing I would change, is a cooler lobby climate in the summer. The rooms are adjustable to your preferences.

2025-10-09 via Nuitee
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Wadie
6
Pros:

Ok stay quiet not so much room service

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
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Emilio partner
8
Pros:

Dirty floor in the room. Food is just cereal, waffles and bread.

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
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David
4
Pros:

Looks like it was just purchased and needs major updates.

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
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Arthur family
2
Pros:

No towels, poorly maintained

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
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Barakat
8
Pros:

I wouldn’t soak in the tub

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
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DOUGLAS
4
Pros:

This hotel is not ready to be open. This looks like another Wyndham property that is refurbished as a budget hotel. Lots of things not ready yet. Elevator out of order, ice machine (first floor) out of order, ice machine (second floor) so dirty, I didn't wouldn't take ice. Room furniture very old, desk chair broken, hallway light burned out making it very dark. Breakfast was subpar, even for a budget hotel. Constuction material still in various places. Parking lot area overgrown. The saving grace was the room and bed were clean. Stayed Oct 4 - 5 2025

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
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Tiarra partner
2
Pros:

The staff were nice upon check-in. However, our room was very uncomfortable. It was so hot and stuffy, and the AC obviously did not work. It did not cool and hardly blew air out. The bed was comfortable, but it was hard to sleep with it being so warm. There weren’t all the usual toiletries in the bathroom, for example, no soap and a lack of washcloths.

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
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Amy
2
Pros:

Dark, dirty, broken a/c in lobby, broken elevator, should be closed for business. Checked out 10 minutes after checking in.

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
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jeff
10
Pros:

Enough

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
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Taylor family_with_children
8
Pros:

Room was clean staff was nice. Property needs a lot of maintenance.

2025-09-27 via Nuitee
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Mary
2
Pros:

DO NOT STAY. Horrible. Stale smoke throughout. Room key would not work
Latch on side of door missing plate. Exposed sharp metal. Floors were sticky. No new toilet paper. Left roll from last customer. Mold in bathroom. Bed made horrible sound when sitting on. TV did not work.
Should have left immediately!
Do Not Stay!!

2025-09-24 via Nuitee
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Wadie
10
Pros:

All good

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
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Emily partner
6
Pros:

this hotel isn’t perfect but its cheap, $300 for three nights not so bad if you decide to get a hotel cheap don’t expect it to be perfect. my experience was okay the lights flickered and shut off nothing a window cant help though. bed was clean and everything was decently clean they do need to check under things while cleaning bcz i found some deodorant and condoms😂but overall it was fine we didnt stay the whole day we went out. nobody came into our room and bothered our belongings so thats a plus. If your on a budget go here no bed bugs no bad things but if you are a little more bougie find somewhere else

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
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Stephan
2
Pros:

Terrible conditions

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
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Darrell
10
Pros:

Off the main drag made it nice

2025-09-22 via Nuitee