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2.5/5
Based on 146 guest reviews
- We have an outdoor pool ready for use
- Free breakfast available
- Hotel has 118 rooms
- Hotel has 2 floors
- Check in time: 3:00pm
- Check out time: 11:00am
- Groups & Meetings rating of 10.0/10
- Hotel has 2 meeting rooms
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2 Queen Beds Courtyard View with Free WiFi Free Light Breakfast, Refrigerator, Microwave
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2 Queen Beds with Free WiFi Free Light Breakfast, Refrigerator, Microwave, Coffee Tea Maker
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AAA Rate - 2 Queen Beds Courtyard View with Free WiFi Free Light Breakfast, Refrigerator, Microwave
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Wyndham Rewards Double Points 2 Queen Beds with Free WiFi Free Light Breakfast, Refrigerator, Microw
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Local Attractions
Lakeland Square Mall, Lakeside Village, RP Funding/Lakeland Center, Lake Parker, Lakeland Antique district, Sun-N-Fun, Water Ski Museum, Busch Gardens and Disney.
Landmarks and Location of Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland
Verified Reviews of Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Would definitely stay again!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Employees were super nice. I would definitely stay there again.
Joan H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
24-Feb-2023
Verified Review, stayed from Tue Feb 21 to Wed Feb 22 2023 at a $109.99 average nightly rate.
"Super Comfy!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Jill, the front desk clerk, was wonderful. Our beds were super comfy and the A/C was nice and cold.
Barbara W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
09-May-2022
Verified Review, stayed from Sat May 07 to Sun May 08 2022 at a $87.99 average nightly rate.
"Worst experience I have ever had."
Overall Score1.0/ 5
The hotel gave out reservations even though they knew they had no vacancies. Staff was unapologetic Will never stay at any Wyndham Hotel nor will I recommend it it to anyone.
Cecelia E. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
15-Dec-2021
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Oct 16 to Sun Oct 17 2021 at a $86.99 average nightly rate.
"Extremely Disappointed!"
Overall Score1.0/ 5
We stayed here two years ago, right after being redecorated. The motel was beautiful when we stayed there. I cannot believe what has happened since we last visited. Please do not blame it on lack of help or COVID. When we mentioned the outside appearance and filters to the manager upon discharge, he blamed it on the maintenance team member had the previous day off. Maintenance needs to rake all of the cigarette butts from the front of the rooms and along the fence line. The wall behind the bathroom door needs to be scrubbed, caulking in the bathroom needs to be replaced periodically due to mold and mildew. The filters in the air conditioners need to be cleaned, very filthy. Seeing all of the cigarette butts in front of my door upon walking gave me an instant negative reaction. First impressions are important. Seeing the clientele, perhaps it doesn't matter to them. But it matters to those of us traveling and looking for a nice place to stay. In years past, we always stayed across the street at the Motel 6. Decided to give HJ a try and was looking forward to another great visit this year for Sun n Fun. Truly disappointed. If this is going to local management, I do plan to take this complaint to Corporate. HJ invested a lot of money into making this motel a nice place. I'm sure that they will not be happy to receive negative feedback.
Pamela O. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
17-Apr-2021
Verified Review, stayed from Tue Apr 13 to Thu Apr 15 2021 at a $159.49 average nightly rate.
"Our Stay at Howard Johnson, Lakeland, FL."
Overall Score2.0/ 5
Daytime manager was good. Bed was good and room was clean. Ran out of toilet paper and no spare roll. No Internet TV like Fox, CNN. Breakfast was poor, compared to other motels charging similar or lower rates. Bagels and cream cheese. No eggs, yogurt, or any form of protein. We are discouraged to stay at another Howard Johnson motel.
Marie W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
24-Feb-2020
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Feb 21 to Sat Feb 22 2020 at a $99.76 average nightly rate.
"Bugs"
Overall Score2.0/ 5
Low quality overall with bugs.
Jeannine D. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
19-Feb-2020
Verified Review, stayed from Sun Feb 16 to Mon Feb 17 2020 at a $85.50 average nightly rate.
"Couldnt believe how nice for the low rate we paid."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
dwe were shocked at how nice the place was especially for the cheap rate we paid for four days. the staff seemed to be very conscious of how the place looked inside and out. that was something we hadnt seen anywhere else. very friendly staff. would have preferred a nice hot breakfast but the continental did us fine. will de3finately stay there again.
Mirl J. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
20-Jun-2019
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jun 10 to Fri Jun 14 2019 at a $58.50 average nightly rate.
"I forgot to say I needed an HA room. Front desk person attentive under pressure."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Front desk could not accomodate me with an HA room but asked me to wait and see if a 1st fl room might be acceptable when and if one became available. It was. I got a nice, clean, well appointed room with a good bed and TV. Clean, simple and unpretentious. Nothing tacky. Junior carried my bag and helped me to my room. He was courteous and kind. Later I tried to call a pizza place near my home (I couldnt stay home because work was being done there). The pizza place would not deliver more than five miles away. So I had to rely on the man at the front desk to help me. He explained that I had to use an app and there was no longer any choice in the matter. He was very skillful in handling my call at the same time as many other demanding people in front of him. I can just imagine what it was like to have to deal with a crowd of people in front of him and also with me calling multiple times. I had not eaten all day, was frustrated trying to use the app because I was not up to date. Because there was no human contact, I wound up with three hamburgers instead of 1, no fries but gluten free chips. How well I remember Alvin Toffler and his futuristic book from the 70s, "FUTURE SHOCK".
Doris L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
01-Feb-2019
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jan 31 to Fri Feb 01 2019 at a $56.70 average nightly rate.
"My Opinion"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
I wasn't expecting to find such a nice hotel! The people behind the front desk were so friendly. The general manager is a very good person, I had an issue which he handled immediately, he even helped me make a reservation at another hotel in another city. You will be happy you stay here too!
Keith S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
18-Jan-2019
Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jan 15 to Sat Jan 19 2019 at a $47.38 average nightly rate.
"Was Put in a Dirty, Smoky Room."
Overall Score2.0/ 5
I requested a non-smoking room. That is always what we request when traveling. Due to having to bring my pet, a 12 lb. Shih Tzu, because the pet sitter had to cancel at the last minute, my room was changed to a smoking room when I arrived at the motel. Jessica stated that is the policy for Howard Johnson. I had read bad reviews for this motel, got it for $47.99 a night through your service, but thought it could not be that bad. My husband was very suspicious because it was so cheap and it turned out that he was right. We had just stayed at Microtel, also owned by Wyndam, the night before in St. Mary, GA and was great. Will not stay at Howard Johnsons again.
Frances A. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
06-May-2014
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Property Description
Welcome to our pet-friendly Howard Johnson Lakeland hotel, conveniently located off I-4 within reach of natural beauty, great restaurants, and many popular local attractions. We hope you choose our affordable accommodations for your next lakeside vacation.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 3:00pm |
| Check Out: | 11:00am |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2018 |
| Floors: | 2 |
| Rooms: | 118 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 96 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 2 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 25 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 93 |
| Suites: | 0 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Don't Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Once Per Stay |
| Meeting Rooms: | 2 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 4000 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 4500 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 0.3 Mi |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 0.3 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 0.3 Mi |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 5pm-Midnight |
| FEMA Approved: | Yes |
| Pool Info: Outdoor pool. Hours: Sunrise to Sunset. 45ft X 27ft. |
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| Ownership: | Avakar Lakeland Hospitality LLC |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 24 Hours prior to arrival date by 4 PM ET. |
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| Nightly Parking: | 0 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 25% |
| Total Taxes: | 12.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 7.00% |
| Occupancy Tax: | 5.00% |
| Additional Person Fee: | 10.00 Per Person |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- ATM
- Camping or barbeque facilities
- Central location
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary breakfast
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: JCB
- Electronic key card
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Free local calls
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Laundry facilities
- Licensed bar
- Microwave in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Safe in rooms
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
Tampa International Airport (TPA): approx. 40 minutes from hotel Orlando International Airport (MCO): approx. 50 minutes from hotel. Estimated cab fare: $75.00 each way per cab.
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.Breakfast Information
Free Continental Breakfast. Hours: 6AM - 9AM.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.Up to 2 pets under 25 lbs are allowed for a non-refundable charge of $25 per pet per night. ADA-certified service animals are also welcome at this hotel.
Parking Info
Free Parking for registered guests only.
Internet / WiFI
Free Wireless Internet Access.
About Howard Johnson
- Rise and Dine breakfast offering coffee, fruit juices, and baked goods
- In-room coffee and High speed internet access in every room
- Pet friendly at participating locations
- Home Office Rooms ideal for business travelers which includes a work desk and a comfortable chair with a refrigerator and microwave
The Howard Johnson highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Previously known as:
Best Western Diplomat Inn & Conference Center, Howard Johnson Hotel Lakeland, Howard Johnson Lakeland, Howard Johnson
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland.
Feel free to use the Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Lakeland event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) |
Size (sqft.) |
Banquet 5'/6'  |
Crescent |
Classroom |
Hollow Square  |
U-Shape |
Boardroom |
Convention 8'/10'  |
Theater |
Reception |
Regist. Desk  |
| Banquet Room | 65 x 37 x 10 | 2300 | 250/250 | 335 | 330 | 150 | 175 | 125 | 19/15 | -- | 335 | 300 |
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Banquet Room
Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
2300 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
65 x 37 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
8
Columns:
0
Windows:
5
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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| Meeting Room | 22 x 15 x 10 | 330 | 27/27 | 19 | 30 | 16 | 12 | 15 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
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Meeting Room
Room Type:
Boardroom
Total Size:
330 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
22 x 15 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
6
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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FAQs about Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland
What time is check in?
Check in time is 3:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland have?
There are 118 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland?
Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland?
Free Continental Breakfast. Hours: 6AM - 9AM.
What parking is available at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland?
Free Parking for registered guests only.
How much does internet cost?
Free Wireless Internet Access.
Can I get a AAA rate at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland?
Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA Rate - 2 Queen Beds Courtyard View with Free WiFi Free Light Breakfast, Refrigerator, Microwave
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland?
Yes, they have stay dates that support Senior hotel discounts. Example room type: AARP Rate - 2 Queen Beds Courtyard View with Free WiFi Free Light Breakfast, Refrigerator, Microwave
Is there a pool at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Outdoor pool. Hours: Sunrise to Sunset. 45ft X 27ft..
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