Nightly rates from $49
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 29, 2012 Check-out: Jun 1, 2012
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.6
out of 5
18 reviews
Not too bad

The room was clean. The refrigerator didn't work. (bummer) and the coffee pot didn't fit in the... See full review

  • Friendz
  • Mar 20, 2012
As advertised

A friend and I needed a room for the night so the room and stay worked out fine. Did not get an... See full review

  • anytail
  • Oct 26, 2009
Close To Downtown, Malls, Airports And Many Restaurants. Naval Facilities Nearby.

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Area description
Business district

Amenities

  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Ironing Board
  • Microwave
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by Orbitz

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Guest Reviews (18)

Ratings and reviews for Howard Johnson El Centro

Overall score

3.6 / 5
18 out of 18
Amenities:
3.1
Room cleanliness:
3.9
Hotel staff:
3.9
Room comfort:
3.8
Location:
3.9
Value:
4

78% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
Friendz
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Mar 20, 2012

Not too bad

The room was clean. The refrigerator didn't work. (bummer) and the coffee pot didn't fit in the coffee machine very well but we made it work. Very quiet which was nice. If you are just staying for a couple of days I would recommend it, but not if you are staying longer and want to be a little more comfortable.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Try Mexicali Tacos....... very good.

Review of Howard Johnson El Centro

Reviewer score

1
Virolas
Business
Hesperia, CA, USA
Dec 24, 2011

Very dissapointed

To begin with, when walk in the lobby to check in it smells worst than a recycling center. In addition, the rooms are very stinky and the carpet seems like if they have not washed it since the place was opened. I'd rather would of stayed in my car.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
2
Location:
3
Value:
1
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Howard Johnson El Centro

Reviewer score

2
Grod1
Business
Orlando, FL, USA
Nov 19, 2011

Howard Johnson

The staff was friendly, and the continental breakfast was great. The hotel needs to be completely updated, rate should be lower for the condition of the rooms.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Howard Johnson El Centro

Reviewer score

5
RevK
Business
Victorville, CA, USA
Nov 18, 2011

Wonderful place for the price

The staff here was wonderful.The area was safe. It was very easy access to everywhere I needed to go. The price was great to begin with and I was upgraded to a 2 room suite.. a.full kitchen, living room, etc., which was separate from bedroom. Everything was clean. I was there on business and it was a home away from home allowing me much room to relax and set up my mini office I brought with me. There were a few needed repairs in the bathroom only, but they were very easy to overlook, especially for the price. Continental breakfast was provided in included price. I will stay here whenever I travel to this area.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Howard Johnson El Centro

Reviewer score

2
VILLAWHAT
Riverside, CA, USA
Oct 31, 2011

ITS OK... I GUESS

WE GOT OUR ROOM RIGHT AWAY STAFF WAS VERY FRIENDLY.. BUT THE HOTEL NEEDS SOME MAINTNENCE ON THE OUTSIDE.. BUT WHEN WE GOT INTO OUR ROOM IT WAS VERY CLEAN... AND WELL KEPT.. IT WAS OK...

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
2
Review of Howard Johnson El Centro

Reviewer score

5
Milhouse
OC
Sep 30, 2011

Amazing Spot!!

Dude are u kidding this place is AMAZING!! I got a SUITE for less than $50!!! You CANNOT get a better deal. So what if its a little old!!! Oh n I was struggling with the ice machine at 6 in the morning and the manager came outta nowhere and helped me!! Great place great staff nuff said ..

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: Short drive from hotel

Get errr doneeeeee!!

Review of Howard Johnson El Centro

Reviewer score

1
Disastised customer
palm springs ca
Jul 25, 2011

The Bates Motel X2

The Hotel was the worst i have ever stayed in ,Room 208 smelled looked nothing like what was on their web site ,windows and window sill looked like they havent been cleaned in years ,there was hair on the pillows ceiling fans did not work pool was green and wasnt cleaned in months,Howard johnson would be discrased having there name on this hotel ....i would not recomend this to anyone....and last but not least the locks on the door were broken so you could not secure them at night.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
1
Value:
1
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

dennys was located across the street the onlu positve i found about this hotel

Review of Howard Johnson El Centro

Reviewer score

5
Linda Super Mom
Norwalk, CA
Oct 26, 2009

Great price for all you get

On a trip to visit family.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short drive from hotel

El Centro has all the stores including Target and Kmart. There is a liquor store right across the street.

Review of Howard Johnson El Centro

Reviewer score

3
anytail
Carlsbad, CA
Oct 26, 2009

As advertised

A friend and I needed a room for the night so the room and stay worked out fine. Did not get an oppurtunity to use the pool, amenities, breakfast, etc.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Howard Johnson El Centro

Reviewer score

5
Nick
Business
Del Mar, CA
Oct 11, 2009

Exceeded my expectations!!

Great value, well maintained, quiet even though right next to interstate 8. Breakfast was better than average for continental - had oatmeal, fresh fruit, and bagels in addition to the unhealthy stuff. Only improvement would be to have another bath towel, otherwise I was very pleased. Was in El Centro to do a training.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

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