Howard Johnson by Wyndham Pasadena

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Howard Johnson
7.4 (917 reviews)
1599 East Colorado Boulevard , Pasadena , us
+1 626-808-4500

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Decent shower functionality
Cons:
Dirty rooms
No breakfast
Overcharged

Categories

Cleanliness
6.15
Multiple mentions of dirtiness, hair on pillows, and sticky carpets.
Service
8.65
Standard service quality, though some guests felt scammed.
Location
9.65
Good location with lots of nearby food options.
Room Quality
7.15
Rooms were run down, with humidity issues and broken amenities.
Amenities
6.65
Promised breakfast not provided and some amenities were lacking.
Value for Money
7.15
Guests felt overcharged and dissatisfied with what was offered.
Food and Beverage
5.15
No breakfast offered; dissatisfaction with food options.
Overall Experience
8.65
Guests had mixed feelings; good location but several issues noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 16:53

Property Description

Convenient Location
Situated just a 2-minute drive from the prestigious California Institute of Technology, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Pasadena offers a prime location for visitors to Pasadena.

Modern Accommodations
Featuring contemporary design, the rooms at this hotel are equipped with amenities such as free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Select suites even boast a spacious seating area for added comfort during your stay.

Relaxation and Services
Guests can unwind by the outdoor pool or take advantage of the 24-hour reception for any needs that may arise. Additionally, fax and photocopying services are available, ensuring a convenient stay for both leisure and business travelers.

Experience comfort and convenience at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Pasadena - book your stay today for a memorable visit to Pasadena!

Important information:

Please note that Debit cards with the VISA / MC logo are not accepted for incidental charges. Only credit cards can be accepted.

Please contact property regarding pet policies and charges.

Please note that free parking is available for 1 car only per room. Any additional vehicles will be subject to a fee per night.

Guests over the age of 18 years old must provide a valid photo identification.

Pool and hot tub area are closed at this time.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.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 917 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.15
Service: 8.65
Location: 9.65
Room Quality: 7.15
Amenities: 6.65
Value for Money: 7.15
Food and Beverage: 5.15
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Tatiana • couple • us
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Lionel • couple • us
10
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Charmaine • solo_traveller • us
10
I would definitely stay here again. I will recommend it to all my friends.
Pros:

Friendly, clean, comfortable and the price was great!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Karen • family_with_children • us
9
Very good experience. I will book again
Pros:

Very nice and clean. Great location to all places I needed to go from LA to Pasadena area.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Humberto • extended_group • us
10
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Gomez • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

Location only because it was close to where I needed to go for work.

Cons:

It smelled really bad and the restroom and room wasn’t cleaned properly. The property was affordable but I guess you pay for what you get. I would not go here again.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Tolga • family_with_children • tr
7
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • couple • us
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • couple • us
10
Howard Johnson’s Pasadena is a great stay. The managers are attentive and personable. The property is well kept, just ne
Pros:

I had written a negative review regarding my dissatisfaction with my previous stay. However, managements role in rectifying my dissatisfaction was what made me write a favorable review. The listened to me and planned a corrective measure so that I had a positive experience. My son, 17, a fellow at Cal Tech, stayed at the hotel for over a month, the management came to know us. They are a great team! I would recommend the stay because you feel like you’re at home! 10-10!

Cons:

I did not like seeing bedding and trash outside the rooms. Around check in time, I saw soiled linen piles from several rooms stacked nearby my door way along with large trash bags filled with accumulated trash also near other door ways. I do not believe this is a practice that makes the property look professionally kept. Secondly, the landscaping and sweeping g of the parking lots need attention, thirdly, the trash cans could be emptied in a regular basis. Many guests purchase fast food items with large packaging and many guests throw their containers in the trash cans which piles up. T

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Krista • couple • us
9
Great for walking distance to lots of meal options. Not great if you want a nice pool to relax by.
Pros:

This HJ is very close to lots of good food options. The room was clean and there was free parking. Free coffee in the lobby.

Cons:

The pool was the size of a large hot tub in the corner of the parking lot. No interest in spending any time there.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Luis • family_with_children • mx
9
Overall, a good option in terms of price, particularly for a brief stay.
Pros:

They’re quite flexible with the checkout time, and the staff are really friendly.

Cons:

Not ideal if you’re looking for accommodation near the downtown area.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Sophia Gail • solo_traveller • th
8
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Laura • family_with_children • us
8
Worth the price we paid.
Pros:

The staff was super friendly and accommodating. Also appreciate the free coffee and vending machines.

Cons:

The water pressure was poor. Otherwise, good stay.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Amber • couple • us
7
I don’t mind the stay but if I ever come back I need to see how the room is. If it’s good great if it smells I switching
Pros:

It’s a nice place and the view are beautiful

Cons:

I had an issue with my room smelling like old moldy pipe. I think the bathroom gave off that weird scent. We had to leave the fan on in the bathroom and leave the AC running so it wouldn’t smell so bad.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • couple • us
10
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
Янков • family_with_children • bg
6
Pros:

No breakfast. Room was clean. Good location.

Cons:

Bathroom smelled a lot. Internet was not OK

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Tatiana • couple • us
10
Pros:

Спасибо большое персоналу, нам очень понравилось находится в этом отеле, продлевали наше проживание 4 раза)Чувствовали себя как дома.Чистые номера, удобная кровать, очень хороший WiFi . Тихо и уютно.Соответствие цены и качества. Еще раз спасибо персоналу , мы обязательно вернемся🙏🏻❤️

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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terry • couple • us
10
Pros:

Location

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Kawabata • couple • jp
4
Pros:

あまり無かった

Cons:

隣の部屋が毎晩

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Jason • couple • us
6
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee