Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay

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Howard Johnson
7.8 (1122 reviews)
686 Memorial Avenue , Thunder Bay , CA
+1 807-344-6688

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
Pets allowed
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Convenient location
Cons:
Noise from neighboring rooms
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.01
Guests praised the cleanliness but noted issues like cold eggs and noisy heaters.
Service
8.48
Staff were frequently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.52
Location was generally convenient with proximity to shops and airport.
Room Quality
7.47
Rooms were noted as comfortable but some guests experienced noise issues.
Amenities
7.5
Basic amenities were provided, though some wished for more breakfast options.
Value for Money
7.96
Good value compared to other options in Thunder Bay.
Food and Beverage
7.51
Breakfast options lacked variety; some wanted more hot food choices.
Overall Experience
7.98
Guests expressed positive overall experiences despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 05:16

Property Description

Convenient Location and Attractions

The Econo Lodge hotel in Thunder Bay is perfectly situated near Confederation College and Lakehead University, offering easy access to popular local attractions like Thunder Bay Charity Casino and Centennial Botanical Conservatory.

Outdoor Activities and Recreation

Guests can explore the area's outdoor recreation options, from Boulevard Lake to Lake Superior, with a range of activities such as picnic spots, swimming beaches, and canoe rentals, ensuring a fun-filled stay.

Amenities and Services

Enjoy complimentary continental breakfast, coffee, and local calls during your stay. Business travelers will appreciate the copy and fax services available. The hotel also offers spacious air-conditioned rooms with cable TV, ensuring a comfortable and convenient visit.

Book your stay at Econo Lodge Thunder Bay for a delightful and hassle-free experience.

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: YQT

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 1122 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.01
Service: 8.48
Location: 8.52
Room Quality: 7.47
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 7.96
Food and Beverage: 7.51
Overall Experience: 7.98
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Kujansuu • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Jacky • solo_traveller • ca
8
Across Canada with our cats
Pros:

The room was spacious and clean. We had our cats with us and the beds and furniture were cat proof which meant we could relax and not worry about a cat getting into the bed or finding a hiding place. We were on the ground floor and were able to park our car nearby, this made it much easier to bring suitcases and cat stuff in and out. The staff were very courteous and kind.

Cons:

Breakfast was not that good. It was quite hot at the reception and breakfast area. People were smoking near the outside doors and ignoring all the signs stating that smoking was not allowed there. Our room door was very hard to open and close.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Pedro • solo_traveller • ca
10
We love this hotel since we stay the first time, an excellent customer service, wonderful breakfast.
Pros:

This hotel is an excellent place to stay when you are traveling, staff are so polite, breakfast is so good, very clean.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Nadine • couple • ca
8
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Shauna • couple • ca
9
Great place , good parking , close to amenities and stores ..
Pros:

Very clean , great breakfast , wonderful front house staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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MASSI • family_with_children • it
9
Cons:

Un po’ datato

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • ca
8
Pros:

Clean and comfortable

Cons:

Bit pricey

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • ca
1
Cons:

The fact that we had a two day reservation but had booked for the wrong first day caused us to lose both days subsequently finding ourselves in Thunder Bay without a room. The desk clerk was awesome and helpful by referring us to the Prince Arthur 😱 🤮. We took the Prince Arthur room despite the condition and can't believe royalty once stayed there 😳.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Anita • family_with_children • ca
9
Long day driving and staff was excellent recommended excellent restaurant
Pros:

Very clean and modern

Cons:

I liked everything

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Amber • family_with_children • ca
8
Small toilets but comfy beds. Would stay again,
Pros:

The beds were incredibly comfortable. Probably the best bed I’ve slept in at a hotel in years.

Cons:

The bathrooms are quite small. The room was also a little small compared to sister hotel super 8.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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E6045RPcathyk • Solo travel • Farmington, Minnesota
8
Not bad
Pros:

It was a fine stay. Just wished they had an elevator. I had to have the front desk clerk help me carry stuff up to my room as I have some disabilities and couldn’t carry my heavier items. Everyone was friendly and the free waffles and continental breakfast was an added treat. There were a few little cleaning issues, like mold around the bathtub, broken tiles that trap dirt, but overall, not a bad place to stay. Next time I will book a first floor room.

2026-07-17 • via Tripadvisor
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Stan • couple • ca
5
You can survive with some improvisation.
Pros:

Sparce - limited choice - very clean - same muffins out for 3 days…

Cons:

There wasn’t any place to hang or put anything… The hotel was an obvious makeover - pant - flooring - hand pumped soap - no bar soap.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Ozzy • couple • ca
4
Clean but not quiet and staff could be better and not racist
Pros:

Easy access

Cons:

I think some of the staff could be better towards indigenous people especially to this young lady working the front in the morning on July 8th 2026
She was quite rude and ignorant towards people of colour especially idigenous people

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Kimberley • solo_traveller • ca
9
Pros:

good clean great staff simple check in nice rooms

Cons:

water pressure low compared to what i am used to besides that fantastic place

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Sylvie • couple • ca
10
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Tatiane • family_with_children • br
10
Amazing
Pros:

The place was spotless. I was really surprised to see the high level of hygiene. 10 stars🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟. I'm really impressed. The breakfast was more than fair for the price. I love it.

Cons:

Absolutely nothing. I was full of bias before I arrived and left the place grateful.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Ginette • extended_group • ca
9
1 nuit de passage
Pros:

Très correct, propre

Cons:

Rien

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Selim • family_with_children • ca
6
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Mantinder • couple • ca
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • solo_traveller • ca
1
Horrendous nightmare to say the least
Pros:

Garvage

Cons:

No staff told me about anything included or any airport shuttle
Kids running up and down the halls banging on doors at night with no parents to teach them any better

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee