Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay

2.0 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Thunder Bay

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Free daily continental breakfast
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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686 Memorial Ave, Thunder Bay, ON, P7B3Z5
  • Intercity Shopping Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Lakehead University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Second Floor)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet-Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Second Floor)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Pet-Friendly)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Thunder Bay

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Port Arthur Stadium and Thunder Bay Community Auditorium. Intercity Shopping Centre and Lakehead University are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Port Arthur Stadium - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Thunder Bay Community Auditorium - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Intercity Shopping Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lakehead University - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Burger Barn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Boston Pizza - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Thunder Bay
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is available daily. The business-friendly Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Thunder Bay hotel is smoke free.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay offers 56 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 22.60 per accommodation, per day (maximum CAD 45.20 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: CAD 22.60 per accommodation, per day (maximum CAD 45.20 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Hotel Thunder Bay
Econo Lodge Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay Econo Lodge
Econo Lodge Thunder Bay, Ontario
Econo Lodge Thunder Bay Hotel
Econo Lodge Thunder Bay
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay Hotel
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay Thunder Bay
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay Hotel Thunder Bay

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 442 out of 1049 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 357 out of 1049 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1049 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1049 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1049 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were super comfy. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Ann

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

Great motel

Lovely motel, clean and comfortable. Stayed 2 nights and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
A little disappointed in this hotel. A low end two storey building but with no elevator to reach our second floor room. Would be a deal-breaker for some guests. Cleanliness wasn't what we expected... front mat at entrance hadn't been vacuumed and floors felt sticky underfoot, although this may have been due to the cleaning product used. Small fridge but no coffeemaker or microwave. Continental breakfast was OK. Not worth the price we paid but probably acceptable if it was a $99 room rate. We wouldn't stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

WAI WO

Disliked: Amenities
Even I checked in at 3:xxPM, I could not get a room at ground floor. I need to load my luggages to upper floor without any elevator.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

lingjie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generally speaking, this is a good hotel and above average.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANICE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Janie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Good breakfast options, beds were comfy and particularly liked the vinyl flooring in the room for cleanliness. Downside: toilet had a poo stain so made us wonder if it had been cleaned, and also the sink in the washroom was much too high for our toddler to reach to wash hands/brush teeth.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Basic but no problems and good service

Basic hotel with excellent service and a nice complimentary breakfast. No extras (e.g. restaurant, gym, office centre) but everything was clean and staff were super friendly. The hotel is in an industrial area with a few restaurants nearby. I was travelling on my own and was satisfied with the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean very tidy efficient and very friendly staff excellent location good breakfast options quiet location plenty of parking available interesting guests - example apple map employees loved the poster of an original Howard - Johnsons motel
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Great stay

We had a great stay. The room was great and smelled clean! I would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Adele

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Okay. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It would be better if the pet friendly rooms had an exterior door access to the parking lot
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oksanna

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a quiet area There is no elevator to the second floor. The property is clean. The bathroom on the tiny side.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rosanna

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lianne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The products used for cleaning had a strong smell.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Connie

Disliked: Staff & service
The front desk clerk was not helpful, insisted a major credit card wasn’t working.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

PENGFEI

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025