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Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel - Ocean City Oceanfront

3 stars
1109 Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.6
out of 5
16 reviews
Great long weekend

My wife and I plus another couple went away for a long weekend and enjoyed our Howard Johnson... See full review

  • Alretired
  • Mar 26, 2012
fantastic break from reality.

Staff was very helpful. Liked the restaurant next to hotel. See full review

  • llcoolj
  • Mar 7, 2012
Renovated Indoor Pool and Hot Tub. Recently renovated rooms to include 32-inch flat panel TV with cable including Starz and Disney Channel, magnifying vanity mirrors, complimentary wireless internet access and indoor smoke free environment. Renovated common areas include Brother's Bistro and Lounge which overlooks the boardwalk, beach, and Atlantic Ocean. The Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront , Maryland offers vacationers a variety of options to enhance their stay. Our 7-story hotel is located on the famous Ocean City Boardwalk overlooking the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. Bike rentals are easily accessible, and for the sun lovers, the beach is right outside our front door. On the bayside, the town hosts a number of water sport activities for all ages. There is wind surfing, jet skiing, sailing, and parasailing for the highly adventurous. The Jolly Roger Amusement Park has games, rides, miniature golf, and activities for all ages, and is just a few blocks away. Outlet shopping is also just a few minutes away. Ocean City is the White Marlin Capital of the world. Fishing boats from charters to head boats are plentiful and equipped with experienced crew to ensure a good time. Ocean City has become a major golfing destination with over 20 championship golf courses within minutes of our hotel. Refer to promotional codes LPGP, LPSS, and LPRG.

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Area description
Business district

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Accessible facilities
  • Adjoining Rooms
  • Air Conditioned
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Balcony
  • Bus Parking
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Conference Facilities
  • Copy Service
  • Data port Available
  • Desk with Lamp
  • Free Local Telephone Calls
  • Free parking
  • Heated Pool
  • High-speed Internet
  • Ice Machine
  • Indoor Parking
  • Internet Access
  • Ironing Board
  • Jacuzzi
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Microwave
  • Pool
  • Porters
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Satellite TV
  • Sauna
  • Smoke Detectors
  • Sofa Bed
  • TV Remote Control
  • Vending Machines
  • Wake-up Service
  • Wheel Chair Access

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 (16)

Ratings and reviews for Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel - Ocean City Oceanfront

Overall score

3.6 / 5
16 out of 16
Amenities:
3.5
Room cleanliness:
4.1
Hotel staff:
4.3
Room comfort:
3.7
Location:
4.4
Value:
3.7

88% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel - Ocean City Oceanfront

Reviewer score

2
JB SLM
Business
Pasadena, Maryland
May 12, 2012

HoJo on the Boardwalk

The hotel screams on it's sign "newly renovated rooms" - not sure when my room was newly renovated?? - it looked very worn -- (as do many of the hotels in Ocean City). The room looked out over the alley between the hotel and a restaurant next door - you had to step out onto the balcony and crane to the left to see the ocean. The room at odd hours smelled like food -- I assume from the ventilation system pulling in the smell from next door. The room was clean except for the run in I had with the roach the morning I was leaving -- the hotel clerk seemed to be horrified about the roach but didn't go out of her way to be overly apologetic or offer any discount, etc. For the price I guess you take your chances. I would definately be wary of paying full rates for this place during season!!

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

Business

Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Jules Restaurant and Liquid Assets both excellent places for dinner and to get your drink on!!

Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel - Ocean City Oceanfront

Reviewer score

4
Alretired
Mt Airy, MD 21771, USA
Mar 26, 2012

Great long weekend

My wife and I plus another couple went away for a long weekend and enjoyed our Howard Johnson stay tremendously. The staff was very courteous and friendly. We would recommend to others.

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

Outlet center just outside Ocean City on Route 50.

Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel - Ocean City Oceanfront

Reviewer score

4
llcoolj
Ellicott City, MD, USA
Mar 7, 2012

fantastic break from reality.

Staff was very helpful. Liked the restaurant next to hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
2
Value:
5
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel - Ocean City Oceanfront

Reviewer score

3
Beach Getaway
Glen Burnie MD
Dec 29, 2011

OC Getaway

Quiet since it was December and very much off season

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel - Ocean City Oceanfront

Reviewer score

4
MR DOMMINIC F
MASSACHUSETTS
Nov 30, 2011

GREAT EXPIERIENCE

EXCELLENT LOCATION ! FRIENDLY, HELPFUL STAFF ! VERY ACCEPTABLE ROOM ! GREAT WINTERTIME VALUE ! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED !

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel - Ocean City Oceanfront

Reviewer score

5
Happy3210
Bronx N Y
Apr 23, 2011

You got to try it

WE HAD A GREAT TIME THANKS TO THE HOWARD JOHNSON INN OCEANFRONT PLAZA THE BEDS WERE COMFY SO WE HAD GOOD NITE'S SLEEP EVERY NIGHT AND THE STAFF ARE SO FRIENDLY THE ROOMS MAYBE SMALL BUT THEY WERE VERY COZY ON PREVIOUS TRIPS WE DIDNT HAVE THAT MUCH FRIENDLY STAFF OR THAT COZY OF A BED . I RECCOMEND THIS TO EVERYONE THE LOCATION IS THE BEST . THE ONE DOWN SIDE IS DON'T GO OFF SEASON YOU WILL HAVE PROBLEMS TO GET FOOD AS MOST OF THE RESTURAUNTS ARE CLOSED

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel - Ocean City Oceanfront

Reviewer score

3
Alan500
Business
Virginia
Apr 8, 2011

Good overall

Rooms were nice, nothing fantastic but overall clean, quite and comfortable. The restaurant however was unprofessional and the food was average. I spent (4) days at the Hojo and most of the time the restaurant did not open according to the posted schedule. If you want a descent room and are prepared to eat out then this would be worth the stay.

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

Business

Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel - Ocean City Oceanfront

Reviewer score

4
Molissa
Altoona PA
Sep 12, 2010

Great location at the beach!

This wasn't our first time at this hotel, and we've never had any big problems with any of our stays. It's a great location, right on the boardwalk...within walking distance to everything (arcades, amusement parks, restaurants, and of course the beach). Good size rooms, nice pool with hot tub and a friendly staff made this a great trip!

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

Right next door is a small place called Pizza Boy that has everything from breakfast specials to a great combo deal of a large pizza with a pitcher of soda for less than twenty dollars. The pizza is excellent and quite large for the price.

Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel - Ocean City Oceanfront

Reviewer score

4
Bell Family
Staten Island, NY
Jul 31, 2010

Good Getaway

The hotel was clean the room was a little small but it was good. There was no shower when we exited the beach that was right in front of the hotel. This made us enter the hotel very sandy and hot.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
3
Entertainment tip: Long walk from hotel

seacrest was interesting. We took a bus to get there that was money saving and time saving not having to find parking or worry about drinking.

Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel - Ocean City Oceanfront

Reviewer score

5
Bobbalou23
Rocvkille, MD
Dec 29, 2009

Excellent Hotel

Arrived late at night but staff was there to meet me--room was nice--upgraded me to oceanfront without being asked

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

Dough roller is great for Breakfast!!!

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