Howard Johnson by Wyndham Dalton

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Howard Johnson
7.6 (829 reviews)
790 College Drive , Dalton , US
+1 706-281-1880

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, helpful staff
Very convenient location (close to highway, restaurants, shopping)
Good value for an overnight stay
Coffee noted as good; some rooms updated with good shower pressure
Cons:
Significant cleanliness problems: musty/damp smells, stained furniture, dirty sheets, and at least one report of bedbugs
Limited/poor breakfast selection and no snack machine; pool reported closed
Room issues: dated interiors, broken fixtures (shower curtain/handles), lumpy pillows and uncomfortable beds
Occasional billing/booking/service hiccups (early check-in refused / extra charges reported)

Categories

Cleanliness
4.5
Multiple reviews report bad smells, musty/damp odors, stained upholstery, dirty sheets, reports of bedbugs and rooms not cleaned properly — cleanliness is a clear weakness.
Service
9
Staff repeatedly described as friendly, super nice and helpful at check-in; one instance of not accommodating an early check-in is noted but overall service sentiment is positive.
Location
9
Many guests cite convenience: close to highway, restaurants and shopping; described as a convenient overnight stop and consistently praised.
Room Quality
7.5
Mixed: some rooms described as updated with good shower pressure, but others report worn interiors, broken fixtures, lumpy pillows, stiff sheets and HVAC/control problems.
Amenities
7.5
Basic amenities present (coffee, heating/cooling work) but repeatedly noted shortcomings: limited breakfast, pool closed/out of service, no snack machine; overall modest amenity offering.
Value for Money
8.5
Several guests explicitly call it good value or a good value motel for an overnight stay; one billing dispute noted but overall perceived as reasonable value.
Food and Beverage
7.2
Coffee receives consistent praise, but breakfast is frequently described as limited/poor with little selection; F&B is adequate but underwhelming.
Overall Experience
7.6
Overall impression: a convenient, good-value overnight option with friendly staff, but cleanliness issues, dated interiors and limited breakfast/amenities reduce the overall stay quality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:21

Property Description

Seasonal Outdoor Swimming Pool and On-Site Laundry Facilities
Enjoy a refreshing dip in the seasonal outdoor swimming pool or take advantage of the convenience of on-site laundry facilities during your stay at Howard Johnson Dalton.

In-Room Amenities
Relax in comfort with a room equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, and coffee-making facilities. Stay entertained with a cable TV and stay productive with a work desk in each room.

Convenient Services
Benefit from a 24-hour reception, fax, and photocopying facilities, as well as an on-site fitness center to keep up with your workout routine.

Experience the best of Dalton, Georgia, with Historic Dalton city center just a short distance away. Book your stay now at Howard Johnson Dalton and explore the nearby attractions, including Chattanooga, Tennessee.

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 829 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.5
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 7.2
Overall Experience: 7.6
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Donna • couple • us
8
Great value
Pros:

Great location.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Ken • couple • us
10
2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Dunia D • family_with_children • us
10
2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
6
It was a cheap room. I didnt sleep well bc the room wasn’t clean.
Pros:

It was a beautiful property on the outside
Tho a good note I accidentally reserved the room for the wrong night so had to pay for another night. and they DID finally refund the payment for the 1st reservation.

Cons:

Chair in room was dirty.
And I saw 2 bugs

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • us
6
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Jeffry • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Ashley_Lyon • family_with_children • us
1
Pros:

Convince to the exit

Cons:

It smelt, like strait bug raid

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Townsend • solo_traveller • us
9
Great stay, great value!
Pros:

Very comfortable room and a great value for the price! I liked their coffee!

Cons:

The shower curtain rod mounting was a little loose from the wall

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Jeneva • couple • us
4
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Richard • solo_traveller • us
1
I was there a day early and paid double. Even charged me $3 more
Pros:

Nothing as I made a mistake and they would not give my room a day early on 19 when they were dam near vacant. I made a mistake and thought it was Monday the 20thThe guy said booking would refund me

Cons:

Service for anything breakfast but mostly not accommodating when I made a mistake and no one was. There

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Angela • family_with_children • us
4
The night the lights went out in Ga with a bad smell.🤮
Pros:

Rooms were updated

Cons:

The room smelled awful.There were bedbugs.No blankets the bedding was like thin sheets.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Sejnowski • family_with_children • us
10
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matthew • family_with_children • us
8
Good place for stay the night while traveling.
Pros:

We stay here every year on our way home from Florida. It's always been clean. Close to restaurants. No fancy but just a good place to stay over while traveling.

Cons:

Breakfast is a little lacking but the coffee is good and the heating and cooling works well and not overly noisy like some hotels.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Nikki • couple • us
7
Staff was super nice & friendly !!!
Pros:

Good

Cons:

Hotel decor was dated & smelled a little musty was seemed clean

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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madelyn • family_with_children • us
1
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Rosie • couple • us
9
Friendly , clean and quick checkout
Pros:

Coffee

Cons:

No fruit, there was yogurt, no instant oatmeal.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • couple • us
10
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Bruce • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • us
7
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Marjorie • couple • us
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee