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Howard Johnson Inn and Suites - Dorney Park

2 stars
3220 Hamilton Blvd/I-78, Allentown, PA 18103
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
2.5
out of 5
22 reviews
average place

dirty elevator, dark hallways, uncomfortable bed mattress, not enough pillows See full review

  • moni k
  • Feb 3, 2012
Good value but not fancy

The place is a bit worn but the room is clean and functional. Microwave, fridge, coffee maker, iron... See full review

  • Sniv
  • Nov 19, 2011
The 7-time Gold Award winning Allentown Howard Johnson Inn and Suites is located off Exit 54 on I-78 across from Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom. Pool will be closed for upgrades from Sept 06 to Sept 16. Hotel has been beautifully redesigned in 2011. Entire exterior has been renovated and beautifully redesign breakfast area. All the rooms have brand new carpet, paint, comforters, pillows and lighting fixtures. Continental Breakfast Buffet which includes French Toast, Cereals, Bagels, Muffins, and Fruit along with a variety of hot and cold beverages. Upgraded and modernized guest rooms featuring Queen and King size beds, Italian granite vanities, superior quality pillows and bedding, redesigned textured wall finish and upgraded bathrooms with curved shower rods for extra space. All rooms have Microwave and Refrigerator. Free Wireless Internet throughout the hotel. Many Restaurants and Lounges nearby. Some discounts available with your room key. Pets allowed- Pet Fee is 25.00 per pet per night. Rollaway extra charge of 20.00USD per day. Crib-charges may apply. Discounted Dorney Park Tickets available sold 9am to 2pm.

Hotel Map

3220 Hamilton Blvd/I-78, Allentown, PA 18103

Area description
Downtown, Expressway

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Air Conditioned
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Continental Breakfast
  • Copy Service
  • Desk with Lamp
  • Express Check In
  • Express Checkout
  • FAX
  • Fitness center
  • Free Local Telephone Calls
  • Guest Laundromat
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Health Club
  • Heated Pool
  • Ice Machine
  • Indoor Pool
  • International Direct Dial
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pets allowed
  • Pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Sofa Bed
  • Wake-up Service
  • Wheel Chair Access

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
3:00 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 (22)

Ratings and reviews for Howard Johnson Inn and Suites - Dorney Park

Overall score

2.5 / 5
22 out of 22
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
2.9
Hotel staff:
3.4
Room comfort:
2.6
Location:
4
Value:
2.9

41% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Howard Johnson Inn and Suites - Dorney Park

Reviewer score

3
moni k
Allentown, PA, USA
Feb 3, 2012

average place

dirty elevator, dark hallways, uncomfortable bed mattress, not enough pillows

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

good eating places around

Review of Howard Johnson Inn and Suites - Dorney Park

Reviewer score

3
Sniv
Business
San Jose, CA, USA
Nov 19, 2011

Good value but not fancy

The place is a bit worn but the room is clean and functional. Microwave, fridge, coffee maker, iron & board, all in room. Unfortunately no pad of paper and pen on the desk, and no power outlet near the desk. Wifi included free but it's rather slow. The included breakfast is there, but don't expect much. It was rather disappointing, but for a one night stay I didn't mind too much. All in all, it's a reasonable deal for the price.

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

Business

Review of Howard Johnson Inn and Suites - Dorney Park

Reviewer score

2
OMA3
Allentown, PA, USA
Oct 24, 2011

disappointing overnight stay

the hotel does have signs up, "pardon our appearance" but i was still disappointed. we didn't hear our neighbors talking or their tv but anytime someone turned water on to take a shower, it was like an explosion in our room. the room darkening shades don't adequately cover the window and there are no other curtains. our room was on the ground floor so we could have had conversations with anyone in the parking lot. it lacks privacy. the thin blanket was not enough for sleeping. yes, we could have turned the heat up but since it is dry air heat, it would have become difficult to breath. the sheets did not stay on the bed - at all. our shower dripped from the time we arrived - plink, plink, plink. the room wasn't worth more than $40 and we paid double that. live & learn!

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

Right across the street is a Baskin Robbins/Dunkin Donut which is open 24 hours/day. Great ice cream and close by - we loved it!

Review of Howard Johnson Inn and Suites - Dorney Park

Reviewer score

1
T-Town racer
Seattle
Aug 4, 2011

Never again

I was visiting the area to race at the Trexlertown velodrome. As a bike racer I have stayed in many many "budget" motels and this was by far the worst. Security was non-existent, friends were given my room number by simply asking at the desk. I lost my key and asked for a new one and all they required was my room number. It was not clean, the same empty beer bottle laid by the front door for the entire week of my visit. I witness a teenager attempting to open every door in my hallway and the manager/clerk told me "she was just playing." Never again will I stay at Howard Johnson's.

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

Unique Nails had excellent customer service and is a quality business establishment.

Review of Howard Johnson Inn and Suites - Dorney Park

Reviewer score

4
Mike's Sweetie
Feasterville, PA
Jul 11, 2011

very nice

It was great. The only issue that we incurred was the Pool was extremely SALTY!!!! We didn't quite understand that. Other than that, we enjoyed our hotel.

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

Chicken Lounge Grill!!!! Awesome food and nice ambiance.

Review of Howard Johnson Inn and Suites - Dorney Park

Reviewer score

1
PD OFF
DORNEY PARK PA
Jun 26, 2011

NO NO HELL NO

DO NOT STAY HERE!!!!!!!hOTEL IS DIRTY AND DOES NOT LOOK LIKE PICTURES. pOOL HAS DIRT IN IT AND SHEETS WERE DIRTY!!!!![...]

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
1
Location:
5
Value:
1
Review of Howard Johnson Inn and Suites - Dorney Park

Reviewer score

1
Dee
Bangor, Maine
May 2, 2011

pictures don't match

The Bathtub had cracks and fiberglass was peeling, I was afraid of slicing my feet open or getting slivers from the fiberglass. The carpet had stains. The minifridge did not even close. It looked like someone used it for a punching bag!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Howard Johnson Inn and Suites - Dorney Park

Reviewer score

2
lil
conshohocken ,pa
Jan 19, 2011

was alright

front desk was really really nice the girl who works there really was a nice nice person the pool was really warm and really nice however the place look like a 7 1960 it was not modern and kinda dirty looking it was actually clean a dirty look

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
2
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of Howard Johnson Inn and Suites - Dorney Park

Reviewer score

4
Tommy Gun
Walnutport, PA
Oct 25, 2010

NICE!!!!!

The room was great nice big bed. The pool and hot tub were great.

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

There are several great place to eat. From right next door to across the street.

Review of Howard Johnson Inn and Suites - Dorney Park

Reviewer score

1
Pat
Maryland
Aug 29, 2010

Very disappointed

Room was much smaller than pictured, ice machines were out of order on the second floor and locked on the first floor so the desk person had to get you ice, bath tub was no secured underneath and it felt like you would break through the bottom of the tub because there was no support, not as clean as expected and every time the AC kicked on it was like an alarm going off---very very disappointed.

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