TripAdvisor Reviews - Howard Johnson Plaza Tampa-Downtown Feed

perfect for a short stay

feneta, Sosua, Dominican Republic — Sun, 19 May 2013 12:45:25 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 3 of 5 stars

we booked the hotel for 2 nights, before starting a cruise, the location is perfect, very close to the cruise port... all the other locations (down town, the old city, shopping center) are easy to get...

Great human resources

Briggie M, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic — Sat, 11 May 2013 16:47:41 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

The frontdesk personnel was fabulous, namely Eneida, Angelica, Carlos, and Jarvis. They make a distinction to the hotel, always ready and prompt to help, or advise. Also the lady serving breakfast...

Very dissatisfied

Vinny N, Tampa — Wed, 08 May 2013 02:10:45 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

I've been staying with you for almost a month now on and off for work at local hospital that I work at. Everyone here at the hospital says how great you are because a lot of us stay at Howard...

Great staff!

Shelby H, Florida — Tue, 07 May 2013 20:16:27 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

When we first arrived to the hotel, we were greeted by two very pleasant, professional staff members. The check in process was very smooth and quick while at the same time informative. The room was on...

Very customer service friendly!!!!

lauragruber, Fort Myers, Florida — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:42:29 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

Enieda, Carlos, and Nestor made our experience at the Howard Johnsons very memorable. Enieda greeted us Friday night with a great personality and informed us of local info and made us feel very...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 18:30:22 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at the Howard Johnson Plaza Downtown-Tampa. We will be sharing your kind words regarding Eneida, Carlos and Nester with our entire team. We look...

Bed Bugs & roaches!!!!!

sonjalamar, Cape Coral, Florida, United States — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:28:02 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 2 of 5 stars

My visit here was not that good. Went down to order dinner and as I waited a roach was crawling on the bar. I went to cimplain to the manager but he was too busy on a call to take my complaint. Then...

Owner response

A TripAdvisor Member — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 18:03:47 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thank you for taking time out of your daily schedule to complete a review of your previous stay with us. We really appreciate your feedback as we are always working to strive to be our best in the...

a fine hotel

etnachta64, Miami, Florida — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 22:33:38 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

I just returned from a visit to Tampa. Howard Johnson downtown is in a very convenient location. In fact, it was not necessary for me to rent a car to get to the places most critical for me, due to...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 18:43:48 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thank you for sharing your experience at the Howard Johnson Plaza Downtown-Tampa. Being located in downtown directly off the interstate we offer a complimentary shuttle service within a 2 mile radius...

Mixed Review

Kimmers63, Palm Coast, Florida — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 18:26:34 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 1 of 5 stars

I have to start by saying location wise, this is downtown and within walking distance to everything. Was in town for 1 night with a morning meeting a few blocks away. The staff beyond nice and...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 19:04:11 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thank you for taking the time to complete a review of your stay with us. We really do appreciate your feedback. I am truly sorry that you had such a negative experience with your accommodations. I am...

Summer 2013 in Tampa/St Petersburg Florida

ladyting, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 06:24:55 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

I come through Tampa/St. Peterburg every year to mark the Anniversary of my DAD'S death. I had the pleasure of staying at the Howard Johnson downtown. it's A very nice hotel. The front desk staff are...

What a nice experience!"

Allen B, Tallmadge, Ohio, United States — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 12:50:26 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

A very nice hotel at a fair price. They offer everything you need in a business class hotel, without breaking the bank. They offer a restaurant, lounge, work out facilities, laundry, free wifi, etc....