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Howard Johnson Inn Downtown Chicago

2.0 of 5
720 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, IL 60610
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3.5 of 5 stars
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Toronto, Canada
Senior Contributor
24 reviews 24 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

I stayed here during a conference that was happening at the Palmer House. Despite the dated decor, this hotel was in a fabulous neighbourhood, was clean, affordable, and the front desk staff were friendly. It reminded me of the kind of motel I used to stay at as a kid when my family would take road trips in the States.... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013 via mobile

This is a cheap option in the middle of town. It's $100 more per night than it would be anywhere other than downtown of a large city, but beggars can't be choosers. Pros: clean bathroom, wifi, free parking, location. Cons: uncomfortable beds, horrible water pressure, very shabby, dirty windows, tight quarters. I can't hate this place entirely but next time... More

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pittsburgh
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

I was leery of the neighborhood, but that was unfounded, had a great time, whole foods, 2 half blocks away (Chicago has regular blocks, 8 to mile), and short blocks, 1/2 a block), good transportation, 156 LaSalle weekday only, but 22 Clarke St. 1/2 block away, 24 hour, I had good time exploring and no pressure "I can't fit everything... More

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Houston
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

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Gorssel, The Netherlands
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Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

O.K. it is a bit run down and it's a motel in the middle of a big city, but it is highly advisable when you are on a budget. The rooms are very clean, so are the beds and the bathroom. A big plus is the free parking. The location: close to the Hancock Observatory. Bus and train stations nearby.... More

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Reading, England, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

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Champaign
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

We stayed for a few days in one of the ground floor rooms. The parking was very convenient. Clean room and it's right next to this great cupcake place, Fabcakes.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

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  • Magnificent mile(6)
  • Great location(6)
  • Red line(4)
  • Really good(3)
  • Very clean(3)
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Additional Information about Howard Johnson Inn Downtown Chicago

Address: 720 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, IL 60610
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Region: United States > Illinois > Chicago
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant
Hotel Style:
Ranked #110 of 164 hotels in Chicago
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
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