The Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay is located just minutes from Confederation College and Lakehead University. This Thunder Bay hotel provides easy access to many local attractions, including Thunder Bay Charity Casino, Soroptimist International Friendship Gardens park and Centennial Botanical Conservatory, featuring countless exotic flowers, trees, shrubs and other plants from around the world in a year-round tropical setting. Outdoor recreation activities are widespread in the area, both in Thunder Bay and Lake Superior, and at the nearby Boulevard Lake, where visitors can enjoy picnic tables, a swimming beach, recreation trails, miniature golf, tennis courts and canoe rentals. Shopping is abundant at many local malls and shopping centers. A variety of restaurants and cocktail lounges can be found around town, including several near this Thunder Bay hotel. Guests are provided many amenities, including free continental breakfast, free coffee and free local calls. Business travelers will welcome the additional convenience of access to copy and fax services. All spacious guest rooms are air conditioned and come equipped with cable television. Nonsmoking rooms are available. Cold weather hookups and ample parking for cars, trucks and buses are located on the property for added guest convenience.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Howard Johnson
Hotel chain/brand
Howard Johnson

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.2
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.5
Location
8.0

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jody
    Canada Canada
    Sooooo clean, lovely staff. Lots of Lakehead parents!
  • Amancio
    Canada Canada
    Location was great, Breakfast was ok to start your day for another long drive.
  • Julie
    United States of America United States of America
    Everything was accessible for me. Had a wheelchair accessible room and everything was accessible for me including the bed. BIG plus in my book.
  • Jenny
    Canada Canada
    The new renovations are wonderfull! The front desk clerk was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good and the bed was comfortable.
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    Nicki
    Canada Canada
    The room was very clean we were travelling with our dog ground floor room was great.
  • P
    Phillip
    United States of America United States of America
    Breakfast was a little thin, but everything was clean and the staff was polite and professional. No complaints, exactly what I expected.
  • Patricia
    Canada Canada
    They didn’t have an elevator or luggage trolley so when person at front desk realized that, he moved us to first floor, which was helpful.
  • Paul
    United States of America United States of America
    Modern and clean. Very nice bed. Brewery right across the street. Easy parking.
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    Teresa
    Canada Canada
    The breakfast was good. Breakfast area was very clean. That is so important
  • Mahmood
    Canada Canada
    Front desk service. Very helpful to find night parking. Morning breakfast staff is good.

Hotel area info

Amenities of Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linens

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and charges apply.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • ATM on site
  • Wake-up service
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • 24-hour front desk

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of CAD 250 is required on arrival. That's about $173. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 19
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubCarte Blanche

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of CAD 250 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay

  • Check-in at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Guests staying at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet
  • The prices at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay include:

    • Triple
    • Double
    • Family
    • Quad
  • Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay is 2.4 miles from the center of Thunder Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.