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Howard Johnson Express Inn - Orangeburg

3 stars
3608 St Matthews Rd, Orangeburg, SC 29118
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
2.8
out of 5
22 reviews
Great snowbird stop

After 13 grueling hours of our annual drive between Buffalo, NY, to Sarasota, FL, it was great to... See full review

  • Buffalo snowbird
  • Dec 29, 2011
FAMILY REUNION

THEY HAVE A SPIDER INFESTATION...NEED TO INVEST IN PEST CONTROL - NOT THE SPRAY CAN EITHER. HAD TO... See full review

  • JNL
  • Jul 24, 2011
Newly Renovated In 2008 Conveniently located off I-26, Exit 145A, 35 miles southeast of Columbia and 75 miles northwest of Charleston, SC. Were are approximately 20 miles from I-95. Orangeburg is home to South Carolina State University, Claflin University, O.C. Tech College, & Regional Medical Center. We are close to Downtown Orangeburg, many popular restaurants and shopping. We offer Free Wireless High Speed Internet, Free Rise-N-Dine Continental Breakfast featuring hot make your own waffles, Small Seasonal Outdoor Pool, & Business Center. All rooms feature microwave, mini fridge, hairdryer, iron and board, coffee maker, cable tv-HBO, and in-room safe. Pets Allowed - $15.00 Per Pet Per Day

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Area description
Business district

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Adjoining Rooms
  • Air Conditioned
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Copy Service
  • Cribs Available
  • Desk with Lamp
  • FAX
  • Free Local Telephone Calls
  • High-speed Internet
  • Ice Machine
  • Internet Access
  • Ironing Board
  • Microwave
  • Outdoor Parking
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Pets allowed
  • Pool
  • Rollaway Beds
  • Security
  • 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 (22)

Ratings and reviews for Howard Johnson Express Inn - Orangeburg

Overall score

2.8 / 5
22 out of 22
Amenities:
2.8
Room cleanliness:
3.3
Hotel staff:
3.6
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3.8
Value:
3

64% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
Buffalo snowbird
Buffalo, NY, USA
Dec 29, 2011

Great snowbird stop

After 13 grueling hours of our annual drive between Buffalo, NY, to Sarasota, FL, it was great to stop in Orangeburg. We always stay at this hotel. It is easily assessable to the highway and restaurants, and the rooms are clean, quiet, and sufficient. Can't beat it for the price.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Howard Johnson Express Inn - Orangeburg

Reviewer score

2
JNL
LOS ANGELES, CA
Jul 24, 2011

FAMILY REUNION

THEY HAVE A SPIDER INFESTATION...NEED TO INVEST IN PEST CONTROL - NOT THE SPRAY CAN EITHER. HAD TO CHANGE ROOMS BECAUSE OF THIS SMALL PROBLEM, ONLY TO GO TO ANOTHER ROOM AND KILL 2 MORE SPIDERS. OTHERWISE U GET WHAT U PAY FOR. LIKED THE BREAKFAST. EXITING AND ENTERING DRIVEWAY LEGALLY WAS DIFFICULT/TASK

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

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Review of Howard Johnson Express Inn - Orangeburg

Reviewer score

2
Barbara Needed a pLace to stay
Brooklyn, NY
Jun 7, 2011

OK but could be better

I was there for pleasure. Yes there is something missing that would have made my stay more enjoyable. First I was there over a weekend, the Pool was close. The have room safes that are not accessible. The people including the supervisor was pleasant. Maid service came in my room while I was a way, did not make the bed, did not replace the towels and left my curtain open so anyone could look in my room. When I return she called to say she saw that I was back, was there anything I needed. Why should I answer, she saw what was needed, and she did do it. The place appeared clean, but there were many things that needed maintenance or upgraded. The price was good but should have been less if they are not able to upgraded the things in there motel. Thank you

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
2
Sightseeing tip: Not Applicable

There is a water park approximately 2 miles away.

Review of Howard Johnson Express Inn - Orangeburg

Reviewer score

2
Sister's Proud Clifin
Houston Tx
May 9, 2011

High price place

We went to Orangeburg for my brother's college graduation. The safety box it wasn't working, I had to carry with me some gifts and jewels. A lot noise at night around the others rooms. No Spanish channels on TV (my father was too boring). The towels with some yellowing spots

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

Reviewer score

3
Mama Earn
New Bern, NC
May 3, 2011

Great Location, Old Motel

Rooms needs to be remodeled,there was a hole in the wall. Our room was not cleaned during our weekend stay. The linen and rooms were clean. Great location for our games.

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

Reviewer score

3
tanvis
columbia, sc
Apr 27, 2011

decent hotel

this hotel was close to restaurants and shopping centers. the bed was abit worn. i would stay again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Howard Johnson Express Inn - Orangeburg

Reviewer score

1
Neisha
Business
Washington, DC
Apr 16, 2011

Drive Past

I recently checked in to this hotel while I was in Orangeburg and to say that I was dissatisfied is a very polite understatement. In the first room, the bath tub, was half water filled with black grim and old soak dirt residue. I took a picture of the tub and took it to the front desk, were he immediately have me a second room. The second room to my disbelieve was even worst! I went back to the front desk and checked out. I so warn anyone and everyone reading this posting, to not stay at this deplorable, unsanitary, excuse for a hotel which falsely claim to have renovated in 2008. I guess those renovations only included the bedspread.

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

Business

Review of Howard Johnson Express Inn - Orangeburg

Reviewer score

2
KR
Charlotte, NC
Feb 28, 2011

A bit underwhelmed

At first hotel seemed fine, night clerk was very friendly...come midnight a VERY rowdy group showed up and carried on until 3AM. This could have been handled better - I have to say I was a little concerned for safety at one point. Next time, the hotel needs to call for backup. Next morning staff was apologetic.

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

Reviewer score

3
gailey
Trinidad
Jan 22, 2011

o.k. for price

it was mostly a business trip to check on my son who's in university. i like to exercise and missed the gym. i was not interested in the breakfast as it lacked the freshness i am used too. the staff was polite, helpful and friendly.

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

Fatz and Ruby Tuesday

Review of Howard Johnson Express Inn - Orangeburg

Reviewer score

4
MK
Elizabethtown,NC
Nov 21, 2010

Good place

The staff was really nice. Excellent rooms.

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