Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

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Howard Johnson
7.5 (1239 reviews)
417 Munson Avenue , Traverse City , US
+1 231-715-3074

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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
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location / close to downtown
Pleasant outdoor pool
Helpful and friendly staff (several positive mentions)
Spacious rooms with microwave & fridge in many units
Ample parking
Generally good value/price for many guests
Some remodeled/clean rooms reported
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness; several reports of dirty rooms and dirty beds
Old/outdated furniture and TVs in some rooms
Uncomfortable beds reported by multiple guests
Breakfast basic and often out of items
Housekeeping infrequent for some stays (every 3 days reported)
Damp rooms and air-conditioning issues / noisy AC
Occasional poor assistance at checkout (transport help lacking)
Room issues like curtains hard to close and fridge freezing items

Categories

Cleanliness
5.5
Multiple guests reported dirty rooms, dirty beds and damp rooms; some rooms were described as clean or remodeled but cleanliness was inconsistent across stays.
Service
9.5
Staff frequently praised for quick check-in, helpful recommendations and friendly service (several mentions of excellent assistance, e.g., 'Raj was fantastic'). A few reports noted limited help at checkout, but overall service sentiment is strongly positive and is used to offset weaker cleanliness scores.
Location
8.5
Consistently noted as a strong point: convenient for downtown, good for exploring Traverse City and plenty of parking; a few guests found it slightly far to walk into town.
Room Quality
6.5
Mixed reports: some rooms spacious and remodeled, others old (outdated TVs), uncomfortable beds, issues like a freezing fridge or curtains that didn’t close easily; overall room quality is uneven.
Amenities
7.5
Outdoor pool and ample parking praised; rooms often include microwave and fridge. Amenities are generally good but with functional issues reported (fridge freezing items, noisy AC) and limited services (no laundry in some reports).
Value for Money
8
Many guests noted the hotel as inexpensive and good value for the price, though a minority felt it was overpriced given condition of some rooms.
Food and Beverage
7
Breakfast described as basic/so-so/fair; some guests enjoyed it while others reported frequent stockouts and limited options.
Overall Experience
7.5
Overall mixed but adequate: good location, friendly staff and a pleasant pool balanced against inconsistent cleanliness and some room-quality issues; many guests would stay again.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:21

Property Description

Convenient Location
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City offers a comfortable stay with cable TV, air conditioning, and free toiletries in each room. Located near popular attractions like Dennos Museum Center and ski areas, the hotel provides easy access to key destinations.

Guest Convenience
Enjoy the convenience of vending machines at the hotel, ensuring that guests have easy access to snacks and beverages during their stay.

Nearby Attractions
With its proximity to Dennos Museum Center, Mt Holiday Ski Area, and Hickory Hills Ski Area, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City is the perfect choice for travelers looking to explore the local sights and activities.

Book your stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City for a convenient and comfortable experience.

Important information:

Please note the front desk is available from 7:00 to 23:00.

Please be advised hotel requires an additional deposit when paying cash. Contact hotel for details.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: 12:00 PM
Airport code: TVC

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

7.5
Based on 1239 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.5
Service: 9.5
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 7.5
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Martin • couple • us
9
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Joe • couple • us
7
All in all, This location was adequate. The price was right.
Pros:

The room was adequate. It was clean. The breakfast was so-so.

Cons:

The outside areas could have been taken care of better. There was a pile of wood panels in the parking lot during the three days we were there.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Peggy • family_with_children • us
7
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Ryan • couple • us
10
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • us
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Update furniture

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • us
9
They were one of the most inexpensive hotels in Traverse city so we booked it since we have stayed
Pros:

The breakfast is great an the coffee in the room was a big hit! We enjoyed our 5 night stay an got to relax an shop.

Cons:

Well we did stay 5 nights, but the maids only come every 3 days. Once we got that settled, we were fine. We didn't need the sheets changed in 5 days, an I made the bed an it was fine.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Greg • couple • us
10
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Abigail • couple • us
9
Great price for a place so close to downtown.
Pros:

Room was very big and spacious. Small bathroom but big counter space with a mirror. Plenty of outlets close to the bed. Had a microwave and fridge already in the room.

Cons:

The curtains to the hallway could have been easier to close. TV was old and outdated. Fridge was freezing everything.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • us
5
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Bed was uncomfortable

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Anne • extended_group • gb
10
I would definitely stay here again.
Pros:

It was beautifully clean and in a great location and we thought it was great value for money. We were a part of five and had three bedrooms.

Cons:

Raj was fantastic on our arrival. He checked us in efficiently, offered us transport options and gave us recommendations for when to eat. however, we struggled on checkout. We couldn’t access Uber as we are international Travelers and we’re a bit disappointed with the lack of help from the receptionist working at this time. In saying that, we appreciate that it is not part of her job description to get transport for guests, but it would’ve been a nice touch to have some local Support..

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Paul • family_with_children • us
8
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • couple • us
8
Relaxing
Pros:

The room was remodeled

Cons:

No laundry service

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Camila • couple • ar
4
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Barduca • couple • it
7
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Julie • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

The staff was good. The room was clean. There is plenty of parking and a nice pool area.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Kernkamp • solo_traveller • dk
6
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Kernkamp • solo_traveller • dk
6
Pros:

The swimming pool environment.

Cons:

The room was very damp. The airconditioner did not function properly.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Kernkamp • solo_traveller • dk
6
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Bodeis • couple • us
8
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Natalia • solo_traveller • ru
5
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee