Howard Johnson by Wyndham Modesto Ceres

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Howard Johnson
6.8 (227 reviews)
1672 Herndon Road , Ceres , US
+1 209-537-4821

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Heating
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly/helpful receptionist (Isabella)
Great customer service
Comfortable/nice beds
Enjoyable pool
Excellent breakfast
Quiet area
Unique retro (70s) decor
Cons:
Dirty/sketchy conditions reported by at least one guest
Check-in/booking issue (guest initially denied reserved room)
Headboard condition/complaint
Inconsistent cleanliness across stays

Categories

Cleanliness
4.5
Several guests mentioned dirty or sketchy conditions and issues with headboards, indicating below-average cleanliness.
Service
8
Multiple positive mentions of staff and customer service (receptionist Isabella highlighted); one isolated check-in problem noted but overall service is strong.
Location
8
Explicit positive mentions: location was easy, area described as nice and quiet.
Room Quality
6.5
Guests praised comfortable/nice beds and distinctive 70s decor, but headboard issues and some sketchy complaints lower the score to mixed-good.
Amenities
6.5
Pool was enjoyed by a guest (positive), but amenities were not frequently mentioned otherwise — moderate rating.
Value for Money
6.8
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8
Breakfast was explicitly called excellent, supporting a strong F&B score.
Overall Experience
6.1
Mixed impressions: several 'excellent stay' comments but notable negative incidents (dirty/sketchy room, denied reserved room) reduce the overall score to slightly below target.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:08

Property Description

Year-Round Outdoor Pool
Located just 90 miles from Yosemite National Park, Howard Johnson Express Inn Modesto Ceres boasts a refreshing year-round outdoor pool, perfect for a relaxing swim after a day of exploring.

Convenient Amenities
Each room at our hotel features free Wi-Fi, a grab and go breakfast, cable TV, fridge, microwave, and coffee-making facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.

Nearby Attractions
With Modesto Center Plaza only 3 miles away and Boomers Park just a 15-minute drive, there is no shortage of entertainment options near the hotel. Plus, being 95 miles from San Francisco, the city is within reach for a day trip full of adventure.

Book now and experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Howard Johnson Express Inn Modesto Ceres.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Property Accessibility

Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

6.8
Based on 227 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.5
Service: 8
Location: 8
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 6.5
Value for Money: 6.8
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 6.1
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Erica • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Marivel • couple • us
10
If I'm in the area again I would stay there.
Pros:

The location was easy, the area nice & quite.

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Marie • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Everything was great, also great customer service

Cons:

headboards....

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • couple • us
10
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Minerva • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The receptionist Isabella was amazing! Nice, polite and very professional.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • at
9
War alles Bestens
Pros:

witzige 70 iger Einrichtung in orange und braun.. tolle Lampen

Cons:

Hat gepasst!

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Ibrahim • couple • us
9
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Denise • couple • us
1
I reserved online and got there and they wouldn’t let me get the room at first! I had the card I reserved with and they
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Dirty, sketchy

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • us
1
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Quevedo • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Excellent stay for us!

Cons:

Sorry but i loved it.. nothing to not like

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Lopez • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Margarita • couple • us
7
Pros:

I enjoyed the pool and comfortable bed.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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gusmorales • family_with_children • bo
9
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Frank • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Noah • extended_group • us
8
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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María • couple • us
10
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Bazan • solo_traveller • us
4
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Morgan • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee