May 11, 2010
In being awarded some work for the Vancouver Olympics I required 8 rooms
for up to 6 weeks in advance of the games. I contacted the hotel and
received an enthusiastic and interested party on the other line. I was
given consideration for the number of rooms and length of stay. To help
determine whether we should use them I went and quietly stayed there for
a night. Not the newest, not the largest of rooms, but a clean,
functional room met me with a very comfortable bed. I had a great sleep
and found all of their staff helpful and pleasant to deal with. I would
definitely stay there again (and will when next back in Vancouver).
Review of the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Vancouver
April 14, 2010
The service at this HoJo location was friendly and awesome. My wife and
I were travelling with an 18 month year old boy and we had several
special requests, which they took care of without any problems. Also, I
left my cell phone charger in the room after we had checked out. I
emailed the super friendly general manager, Lucia, and she found the
charger and sent it back to me free of charge. The downtown location of
this hotel was centrally located and close to almost all of the sites
that we wished to see.
Review of the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Vancouver
Apr 10, 2010
This is a great place to stay if you want somewhere central downtown in
Vancouver. It is really good value for money compared to anywhere else
in the Granville area and the bar downstairs (Wings) has a vibrant
atmosphere with friendly staff and brilliant food/bar offers. We had a
room facing away from the front which meant you couldn't hear any of the
noise late at night, but the walls are thin so beware noisy neighbors!
Amenities are of a good standard, rooms are small but cozy and decor is
decent. Free WiFi throughout the building. Only problem we had was a
leaky air conditioning unit which meant a wet patch on the carpet -
housekeeping helped as much as they could and the staff offered us a
room change but we were settled so left a towel on the floor for the
couple of days we were there! Also worth noting you need a room card to
access the lifts so very secure. Overall no frills room but clean and
comfortable which is all we needed - can't complain for such a good
price.
Review of the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Vancouver
Mar 27, 2010
I was surprised that this hotel was a Howard Johnson. The staff was rude
and repeatedly would come to the door and ask us to keep it down, we
were using a laptop with tiny speakers to watch movies??? at 8pm at
night?? Lots of hallway noise during the night , fri/sat evening
entertainment watching the Gang squad evacuate ppl from the lounge
inside the hotel. Staff was rude , except for one woman at the front
desk she was amazing. I ended up leaving early and even wrote a
complaint, receiving not even a sorry for you inconvenience !! will not
stay again!
Review of the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Vancouver
Mar 24, 2010
I was returning from Puerto Vallarta Mexico and needed a place because
of a late flight. I chose the Hojo because of it's cheap price right
after the Winter Olympics $69 per night plus tax. It is a 15 minute walk
down Granville from the downtown Canada Line exit or same from Yaletown
exit. It was 130 am when I checked in and the hotel was quiet. The bed
was good and coffee shops are right across the street. If you are in
Vancouver for the nightlife it would be a great place as it is on
Granville. I will probably stay there again. Older building but well
kept up. Restaurant / bar on premise , no breakfast included.
Review of the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Vancouver
Mar 19, 2010
The price drew me in. Clean, comfortable, in an older building. Parking
was available but the 2-way single lane ramp could be an issue on a busy
day. Free wireless internet but the lobby internet kiosk required
payment. Not fancy but overall not bad.
Review of the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Vancouver
Feb 12, 2010
We stayed at the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel. I have to say we were
looking for a cheap place to sleep and shower, not luxury and amenities,
so it fit the bill. The room was average and clean and very cheap. The
hotel is older . The only really bad thing about the Howard Johnson
Plaza Hotel is it has a funky smell (maybe disinfectant or air-freshener
?). There was also some noise from the room next door, but not enough to
complain, and I'm assuming it's safe since my brand new car wasn't
broken into or vandalized. You can get a really good deal by going to
this website and finding specials. If you're looking for cheap and
basic, this might be a good option.
Review of the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Vancouver
Jan 11, 2010
I was very nervous about staying here after reading other reviews but the
location and price was too good so I gave it a go. Overall I had no problems
with the staff and found them to be pleasant and helpful at all times. The room
was average and dated (had a slight musty smell) but was clean and a decent
size. I stayed Sun - Weds so it was very quite as the downstairs bar closed
early. The location is fantastic and overall it was good basic accommodation if
your standards are not too high. The food in the bar is great. The main problem
was the elevator kept breaking which was a hassle taking suitcases up stairs,
also the street itself is a bit dodgy - nothing too scary but a bit unpleasant
at night if you are are a single female.
Review of the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Vancouver
Dec 15, 2009
Stayed for a week here, and I chose this hotel as it was the cheapest in all of
the Vancouver area, almost half the price! Also its within a 30 min walking
distance to downtown, and there are lots around the hotel. The cleaning service
was terrific, very friendly and helpful. The hotel itself is old and has awkward
layouts, needs alot of improvements. You have to get a code to use the internet
everyday, and asking everyday for that code at the desk was very annoying.
Review of the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Vancouver
Dec 3, 2009
My stay in the Hotel was absolutely ok. I think their rate is really low for
what you get and you are close to downtown with the bus just out the door. Rooms
are clean and staff helped me out a lot. I also liked the free internet in the
rooms.
Review of the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Vancouver
Nov 7, 2009
The service was excellent, the room very clean and very good coffee for every
morning.
We paid 59 CAN per night for the three of us, I think thats a great deal. We
also have the bus stop right outside the hotel.
Not a five star hotel by any stretch - but good value if you just want somewhere
clean and convenient to stay. |
