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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

2.0 star property
Travelers relax by the outdoor pool at this Lake Michigan hotel or venture to nearby Front Street, where helpful staff and smart amenities create a hassle-free stay

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City sits near Lake Michigan, offering guests a seasonal outdoor pool with comfortable sun loungers for afternoon relaxation. Visitors start their day with a free to-go breakfast before connecting to in-room WiFi to plan their adventures.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe King Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

King Room-Mobility Accessible-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Bathroom

King Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room-Mobility Accessible-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Bathroom

2 Queen Beds Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located near the beach, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City is in Indian Woods, a neighbourhood in Traverse City. Clinch Park and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Great Lakes Children's Museum and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park. Centre Ice Arena and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. Visit our Traverse City travel guide
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Map
417 Munson Ave, Traverse City, MI, 49686

What's nearby

  • Pie is Life!
    Front Street
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Road trip to Traverse City! Would highly recommend coming out in July when the cherry season is at its prime. You can go cherry picking nearby and also check out the Cherry Festival downtown. Grab a seat by the lake and enjoy the beautiful gradients in the sunsets. #lifeatexpedia #roadtrip #travel
    Clinch Park Beach
    3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Aerial view of Petoskey and Little Traverse Bay, Michigan
    Traverse City Beach
    4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • The Dennos Museum Center
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bryant Park
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Culver's
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    14 min walk
  • KFC
    3 min drive
  • Biggby Coffee
    13 min walk

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

Motel near Lake Michigan
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City provides amenities, such as free on-the-go breakfast and a business centre. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 37-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, free infant beds and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.
Guests arriving with a boat, trailer, or large truck must contact this hotel in advance to reserve parking.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from June to August
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 9 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City?

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City on 14 Mar 2026 start from NZ$107, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City located?

Located in Indian Woods, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Front Street and Lake Michigan. The Dennos Museum Center and Grand Traverse Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 411 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was very clean, comfortable and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly. The room was clean, bed was comfortable. They could do a better job shoving the snow. They shoved the walk way but left a lot snow piled up by my car doors.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Libby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying at Hojos. Room was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe area, comfortable bed, everything was clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Parking was great. Nice location. The room was clean but outdated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Room rate was fair. Hot water was hot! Room didn't look like the photos. Run down furniture, no dining area/table. Only one chair. Food left in fridge by previous visitor. Not clean around the sink. Heater was not running right. It ran steady all the time and made just a barely adequate amount of heat. it was a quiet room, though. Some of the staff was hard to understand. Breakfast items were short. I guess we got what we paid for...
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool area was very nice! The rooms were clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The man checking me in was amazing friendly and a great asset to this hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dated but nice.

Room was clean, beds were great. Slept well. Coffee was good but breakfast underwhelming. Not noisy despite being on a busy thoroughfare. Pool liked AWESOME but didn't have time to use.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and helpful and my room was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

chau

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The rooms had unpleasant odor. Carpet was dingy. Breakfast choices were limited. However, staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff are super nice. Motel is dated but clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was at first disappointed to have a second floor room halfway between the outside only stairs, but room was very spacious and worked out ok.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing service upgraded room to top floor over looking the city. Gorgeous accommodations!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for a Family visit, good Pool
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Receptionists were friendly. The room itself appeared run down. Beds and pillows were too soft.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and bed was comfortable. I definitely recommend this hotel if you are need a place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean. Bed comfortable. Staff very professional and nice. Price was moderate… great place for quick stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, friendly place. Have stayed there before and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

THERESA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room was clean and kept up .. one concern I expressed was the shower SHOULD HAVE 'SAFETY BARS the tile when wet is 'unsafe' and you can easily slip even when you are cautious..
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was just fine, staff very nice and helpful. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Chad

Good location. Room door was wide open when we got there. Also room smelled of urine by the bed. Not overwhelming but noticeable. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025