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Howard Johnson Helena

2.0 star property
Hotel in Helena with free parking

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Lobby
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Business center
Exterior
Standard Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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2101 11th Ave, Helena, MT, 59601
  • Place, Montana Historical Society Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Montana State Capitol
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of St. Helena
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Helena

Howard Johnson Helena is located within a mile (2 km) of Montana Historical Society Museum and Montana State Capitol. This hotel has 71 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Montana Historical Society Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Montana State Capitol - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cathedral of St. Helena - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Original Governor's Mansion - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Helena Civic Center - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rise And Shine Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Howard Johnson Helena

Hotel in Helena with free parking
Guests of Howard Johnson Helena enjoy access to WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include free newspapers, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge); wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Longhorn Saloon

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,824 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number BUSI-002747-2025

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of Howard Johnson Helena?

This hotel is located in Helena, a short 18-minute walk from Montana State Capitol and also 17 minutes on foot from Montana Historical Society Museum. You'll also find Cathedral of St. Helena and Helena Civic Center within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Howard Johnson Helena?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Howard Johnson Helena have a casino on the premises?

No, Howard Johnson Helena doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Howard Johnson Helena?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Howard Johnson Helena good for couples?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include a bar and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Howard Johnson Helena?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Howard Johnson Helena have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Howard Johnson Helena doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Howard Johnson Helena allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Howard Johnson Helena for a fee of USD 15 per pet, per stay.

Does Howard Johnson Helena have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Howard Johnson Helena?

The closest major airport to Howard Johnson Helena is Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional), which is 3.3 mi away (5 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Howard Johnson Helena?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Howard Johnson Helena.

Howard Johnson Helena Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 683 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 683 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 683 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 154 out of 683 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 159 out of 683 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Dan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property (unknowingly) was under major renovation. construction was ongoing, our room (when assigned) was still dirty, unsecure and the window was broken, open & unable to close. We LEFT without staying, yet they still refused to refund our payment. Finally after MANY phone calls they refunded HALF of it.....pitiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeremy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place looks nothing like the pictures. No lights on when you walk in from the unkept parking lot. Room was dirty, had dog hair in the bed and not vacuumed for who knows how long. overall rundown mess
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

SOFIEN

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is poorly maintained. Bedding full of holes. No breakfast is available as advertised
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Roberta

Not clean we had to vacuum ourselves and the bed linens were torn stain with holes! Also no am breakfast they said under repair for over a year if so this needed information should be known beforehand. Not very happy about this hotel.😛😭
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ronsld

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid at all costs

The hotel is old and run down. But even run down can be kept clean. Carpet in the room was worn and stained. My wife opened a large towel after she showered and it was stained. House keeping was non existent. The day manager was asleep in the office several times On Hotels.com it advertised breakfast included. It was not unless a cup of coffee is considered a breakfast. Thanks to Hotels.com for helping us cancel the remainder of our reservation there and providing a credit as an apology
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

kirk, seattle

Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel was undergoing renovation during our stay, but carpets in the available rooms were not all that clean and there were stains on the bedding.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is in the process of renovating. Very much needed. No breakfast as advertised
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jody

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not sure when the last time the floors were vacuumed. I found fecal matter on the wall and on the bathtub. There is no hair dryer. Looks like they washed the mirrors with a dirty rag.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lumpy, saggy mattress. A stray sock from the previous guest. A dim lobby. Trash and filth left in the hallway from construction crew doing renovations. A broken chair. No Kleenex (!!!). Not much to love here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room wasn’t very clean, one bed was dirty, toe nail clippings in the floor. There was no breakfast even though online it said there was.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert, Florence

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The towels were old and stained. The entire floor stunk in the hallways.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was very accommodating, friendly, and happy. The motel was average, but appropriate for the price. It needs a good deep-cleaning, especially where the baseboard joins the floor. The pool was empty, and there was green, thick water in the hot tub.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My room was dirty upon arrival with pet urine and feces stains on the carpet. Everything was broken, from the door lock to the shattered window. Will not return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer Neufeld

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Deplorable, at best. Avoid at all costs.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tyler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its connected to a little casino. The rooms are not in very good condition, uncomfortable, and dirty. My wife and I walked into our room and before we could set our bags down, walked back out and told the front we arent staying there. Very poor quality and cleanliness. The front desk was not very helpful with anything.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enter at your own peril...

Place should be shut down until remodeling is complete. At least put a up a "pardon our mess" sign, instead of acting like its normal. Upon checking in another guest was complaining about the broken items in his room. Mine included bulb out, toilet no flush, bathroom fan seized, carpet had patches and stains, sink was slow to drain and the handles and spout were loose. Key card stoped working(not kept near cell phone or cc) and i just stopped closing the door all the way. Great for security huh? It was literally like a slum lord just got it barely ready and said "send it". I'm not picky with hotels, and in my lifetime this is the second worst one I've ever stayed in. That low price is their for a reason. Think of this as the Frontier Airlines of the Helena Hotel system. At least the staff was trying to be helpful. The a/c was cold. As for the rest...see title description
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathryn, Bozeman

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was not clean. One of our pillows didn't have a pillow case and there was an apparent blood spot on the pillow. They never brought a new pillow case or new/extra pillow after requested. Room and hallways didn't appear to have seen a vacuum recently. The hallway smelled like urine. When I brought up my concerns to the motel, the front desk person essentially rolled her eyes and showed no indication she even cared. We ended up not even staying our (uncancellable/unrefundable) 2nd night. And cancelled the 3rd night. Not recommended. At all.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Teresa

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very dirty. The website said there was breakfast offered but when I asked about it we were told there was none offered. The hotel was very run down and I would have left but it was to late to cancel my reservation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert, Gold Beach

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dirty. Old. Minus a pillow case.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just like the best 1 Star in a third world country

One of the worst condition, dirty, run down hotel I have stayed at outside of 3rd world countries. 2nd floor reeked of some terrible smell, dirty, and dingy. Room was dirty, dresser had broken drawers hanging in place, curtains were half ripped down. Bed had broken box frame or frame as mattress was significantly bowed to the middle, a lantern was sitting on the floor with no table. Hotels.com should not allow this decrepit of a property to be listed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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