Howard Johnson by Wyndham Abu Dhabi

Hotels
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
7.2 (67 reviews)
Shk Khalifa Street, P O Box 73095, Abu Dhabi, 73095 , Abu Dhabi , AE

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Fitness facilities
Express check-out
Nightclub
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Sauna
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Cons:
Gym facilities inadequate

Categories

Cleanliness
4.94
Gym was a joke. Machines didn’t work and 2 sets of dumbbells.
Service
8.91
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Location
8.95
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
7.9
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
5.93
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
6.89
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
6.94
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
7.11
Overall experience reflects the average of provided ratings.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 19:59

Property Description

Recreational Opportunities
Indulge in the nightclub, sauna, or 24-hour fitness center during your stay at the hotel.

Dining and Drinks
Savor meals at the restaurant, grab snacks at the café, or enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge - all within your reach.

Luxurious Features
Relax in one of the 120 uniquely furnished guestrooms with fireplaces and modern amenities.

Immerse yourself in the heart of Abu Dhabi at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Abu Dhabi, perfectly situated for exploring the city's key attractions. Book now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

  • Children 10 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: AUH

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Gloves are available to guests

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 67 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.94
Service: 8.91
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 5.93
Value for Money: 6.89
Food and Beverage: 6.94
Overall Experience: 7.11
J
Jeannette
6
Pros:

Gym was a joke. Machines didn’t work and 2 sets of dumbbells.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
R
Romeo
10
Pros:

Friendly staff and they're helpful.

2025-06-28 via Nuitee
5
556rajank Friends getaway
2
Paid to be disrespected and assaulted shameful!
Pros:

Visited Howard Johnson Hotel with friends. Service at the Asian bar was good, but we were denied entry to the Arabic bar because one of us wore slippers. The manager couldn't show any dress code policy and became aggressive, shouting in Urdu. Security guard Thomas was rude and even pushed my friend. The security supervisor refused to share his name and couldn't control his team. We had to call the police, but chose not to escalate. All we wanted was an apology and respect. Very disappointing experience hope management addresses this seriously.

2025-05-27 via Tripadvisor
R
Romeo
10
Pros:

Great service. Clean. Everyone was helpful. Great location

2025-04-13 via Nuitee
O
O4766MWkimberlym NONE
10
Good
Pros:

The room is very clean. Complete amenities. The staffs are very welcoming. Nice city view. Hot shower is perfectly working. We asked for late check out and they didn't hesitate to approved it. The staffs are all smiling at the front desk. We will definitely come back.

2025-03-31 via Tripadvisor
V
Verified traveler
8
Pros:

Overall fine experience with service minded staff giving free water bottles and fruit basket at arrival.
Only downside was the noisy night club. I was on 9th floor and night club on the ground floor. Had to sleep with earplugs and never have issues with a bit of noise.

2025-02-22 via Nuitee
S
Seaside57258806556 Business in
4
Feedback on Check-In/Check-Out Experience
Pros:

This lack of service was disappointing, as I had hoped for a more welcoming experience.

There was no assistance offered for bringing my luggage to my car, even just outside the door.

2024-09-25 via Tripadvisor
6
687ghazalz Couples
2
Cockroaches everywhere
Pros:

****************************Never again!!

************ Full of cockroaches and ZERO hygiene . I changed threeee different rooms , such a bad hotel. The manager’s response was “ get a refund if u don’t like the available rooms” so unprofessional attitude .

2024-09-22 via Tripadvisor
C
Companion65235440637 Business
4
Good staff under a nonsensical boss!!
Pros:

I have been a regular guest at Howard Johnson over the past couple of years. The staff at the front desk and the duty managers have been very helpful, friendly and courteous. There’s a senior manager, I’m told his name is Mathew, who is a cheap,extremely rude and highly uneducated person. This man is in a senior position at the Hotel and does not possess a grain of class and dignity. Many people will second my opinion spontaneously! A puny looking, cheaply dressed rude person like Mathew does not speak high of the selection of such a person in a hospitality industry! Maybe he can fit in a shanty tea stall and probably that’s where he’s from. Some food for thought for the Management!!!

2024-09-16 via Tripadvisor
S
skumar296553 NONE
8
Stay
Pros:

The services provided was very good .Staff are vey friendly and the gust room ambiance and other facilities in the building are also very good

2024-06-23 via Tripadvisor
S
S243WOmichaelf Family ae
10
Happy customer
Pros:

MAHENDRA HERATH
RUDRA BAHORA Both are front office managers for two years now they take care of my stay at Howard Johnson Abu Dhabi hotel Stay, always hosting and hospitable, kind, accommodating , caring, going out of their way to make sure I am happy and comfortable during my long term staying. Outstanding service's and insuring my happiness during the stay, thank you both for a great and Profesional job! Much appreciated, I give you 5 star's!!Michael Ford

2024-05-17 via Tripadvisor
6
687ghazalz Family
2
Warsha the receptionist
Pros:

Warsha is so rude. She doesn’t have any communication skills . She was yelling at us. Very rude and unprofessional. How do you hire such people!!!!! Very disappointing and frustrating . She is so rude. A receptionist who is repeatedly rude to people is not a receptionist you can keep at your hotel

2024-03-20 via Tripadvisor
S
suteva320409 Family
10
Great value at the heart of Abu Dhabi
Pros:

The location was amazing, in a nice neighborhood.
The room was really big and clean and all things needed were present. It far exceeded my expectations for the price.
Definitely recommend to anyone visiting Abu Dhabi.

2024-02-04 via Tripadvisor
K
KG2824 NONE
10
Excellent
Pros:

quick check-in and check-out were done. I had a tour in the morning, so they were accommodating to keep my luggage safely for couple of hours with them. Staff was also friendly and helpful. We got a free upgrade to suite as well and there were no issues with the noise which was mentioned in previous comments I read.

2024-01-31 via Tripadvisor
C
croman479857 NONE gb
10
Good location and nice size rooms
Pros:

We enjoyed our short stay there , the only issue was that the ventilation system worked only to cool off and it was freezing in the room even after we put the ventilation off and covered with the duvet .

2024-01-27 via Tripadvisor
W
Welldone000 Friends getaway ae
2
Racist Staff
Pros:

Poor service 0 hospitality.
They are racist
We entered to bar and tell them we are coming to celebrate birthday and can we wait for our friends and need 2 tables. They refused straight away without saying anything and answer if you need 2 tables but 2 big towers of beer. We just moved other side and staff start following us we stand near one table and staff make it separate so we can’t use that tables. Later when our friends came we are 7 and used only around small 1 table. When they know we are spending money then ruining behind us. There is manager on entrance with black suite no welcome no greeting nothing when he saw and white people he run behind them and give them what they want. For other nationalities they are not accommodating.
Don’t go there if you are not white skin
I will share some photos only 2 tables busy and still pushing us to pay or get out.

2023-12-08 via Tripadvisor
M
Mohan
8
AD business visit
Pros:

The Hotel does not have parking facilities so finding a parking after 9pm is a nightmare. The parking around the hotel area is Residential parking after 9pm and you need to get a permit to park in the common parkings on the road. Service was too slow and everytime we had to request for the daily water and coffee which was supposed to be in the room.

2023-11-05 via Nuitee
M
mthand449710 NONE ae
2
The Worst Experience I have ever had at a Hotel.
Pros:

The Service was Bad, The Staff, The House Keeping Everything was not up too par. I mean the room they gave me was right by the elevator and the house keeping kept banging in my door with the vacuum cleaner. The towels in the bathroom were dirty!! My God The Worst.

2023-11-03 via Tripadvisor
N
nzivko713159 NONE
10
Great location, very clean and comfortable
Pros:

Easy to reach from the airport with A2 bus, few minutues walk from the bus station. Downtown Abu Dhabi. Rooms are clean, have everything you need, check in and check out in couple of minutes, great value for the money. Reccomended

2023-10-12 via Tripadvisor
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_S1310PJ Business
2
Very rude security on 17th floor!
Pros:

The security guards on 17th floor are very very rude and not professional at all. I was offended by one security guy who was so rude and impolite to me. This is the last time ever I stay in this hotel.

2023-07-14 via Tripadvisor