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Howard Johnson Inn - San Diego

2.0 of 5
6440 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92115
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San Diego
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

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Sacramento
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2013

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Surprise
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2013

The complex was under major construction work. Court yard was covered with construction material and equipment which made parking difficult. Our room had a worn and dingy carpet, the ceiling did not have vent grills the bath-tub, shower water would not drain, the TV had no remote, there was no Wi-Fi which they advertised as having. I was over-charged for... More

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April 15, 2013

Dear Frank, I'm concerned about the experienced at our hotel during your recent visit. I'm writing to thank you for taking the time to bring this matter to my attention. We have double checked our ledger and found no overcharge or double charge to your account.As you are aware that we are remodelling our hotel and few things are out... More

The Woodlands
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2013

Hotel was being "remodeled," which meant there were wires hanging out of the ceiling, etc. Carpet was so dirty, feet were black after crossing room from shower. Lights weren't attached properly to wall/some didn't work. Coffee maker didn't work. Blankets paper thin. Room either too cold or too hot, not able to set thermostat. Everything in the room seemed soiled... More

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hojosdsu, General Manager at Howard Johnson Inn - San Diego, responded to this review
April 15, 2013

Dear Scott, I'm concerned about the experienced at our hotel during your recent visit. I'm writing to thank you for taking the time to bring this matter to my attention. As you are aware that we are remodelling our hotel and few things are out of our control. The other day we had a serious problem of cable which was... More

san diego,ca
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed February 23, 2013

i stayed at the hotel for 5 nights spending $300.00 ,we were never informed of the remodeling that so rudely woke us up at the crack of dawn,t.v. didnt work,phone didnt work,they cut off the water w/out prior notice in the middle of my shower,the maid spoke no english and didnt understand any english so asking for anything was pointless,then... More

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hojosdsu, General Manager at Howard Johnson Inn - San Diego, responded to this review
April 15, 2013

Dear Danita,, I'm concerned about the experienced at our hotel during your recent visit. I'm writing to thank you for taking the time to bring this matter to my attention. As you are aware that we are remodelling our hotel and few things are out of our control. The other day we had a serious problem of cable which was... More

Normandy Park
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2013

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San Diego
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2013

When I arrived at the hotel the price didn't match up with my reservation. The difference wasn't large and the desk agent said she'd give me a "better" room. Well the room was not larger as she indicated and the air con/heater didn't work at all and there was NO telephone. There was no agent available when I left about... More

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Howard Johnson Inn - San Diego Hotel
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Address: 6440 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92115
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Region: United States > California > San Diego
Amenities:
Business Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Ranked #244 of 271 hotels in San Diego
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Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Within walking distant to SDSU (San Diego State University), a block away from major shopping center and restaurants & bars. Very easy access to I-8 highway and very convenient location. 24 hour front desk, free Continental Breakfast & Wifi in all rooms. ... more   less 
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