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Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel: Traveler Reviews


Calle Florida 944, El Calafate 1005, Argentina
Property Type: Hotel
  • Lodging offering guest rooms, a 24-hour front desk and a variety of services and amenities.
Business Center Fitness Center Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool
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Reviews of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel

( 1-5 of 36 )
“Good, Basic Hotel”

Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel

Aug 18, 2008

My friend and I stayed here and found it to be basic but fine. The location is the main reason to stay at this hotel, as it is very central and very safe, no matter what time day/night. We spent some late nights out and never felt uncomfortable (2 single women) in the area surrounding the hotel. That being said, there is nothing fancy about the accommodation. You get beds, TV, AC and a bathroom. The breakfast that was included was fine, there were a few hot options as well as cereal, cheese and rolls. All in all, we felt like we got what we paid for in terms of lodging and were very pleased with the location.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Central Location
    • Disliked — Old rooms, few amenities.
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peppersunlight's Summary
Date of Stay: October 2006
Traveled with: Friends
Visit was for: Quality time with friends
Age group: 25-34
Member since: August 15, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
    • 1 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
most likely
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites
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Average price*: $175 (year-round)
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“much better deal than this hotel!”

Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel

2 of 5 stars
San Diego CA
Apr 23, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

not a nice hotel but great location. I strongly recommend to find other options as the JH Florida is worn out, old and not comfy. We got 2 small beds instead of the king we booked, the glass on the window was broken (being dangerous) and some of the buttons on the lift don't even work.

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maru136's Summary
Date of Stay: April 2008
Member since: March 10, 2008
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Average price*: $175 (year-round)
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“Don't Stay Here - Awful!!”

Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel

1 of 5 stars
London, England
Apr 13, 2008

The room was tiny, the bed wasn't a full double, the staff were incompetent, the food was terrible. My husband and I had been to BA, Bariloche, Puerto Montt, Santiago and stopped back in BA before returning home. I would never stay here again, the staff were rude, the breakfast was abysmal, the room was not nice. It was a shame as everywhere else in Argentina was great.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Leaving
    • Disliked — All of it
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HelenBurdis's Summary
Date of Stay: April 2008
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 25-34
Member since: February 16, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
no way!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine, Other
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“Good Location”

Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel

4 of 5 stars
blackpool
Feb 11, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Being single was expecting a small room, stayed 2 nights, got a big room on the 7th floor, double bed, sheets changed on the 2nd night, desk area, free internet conection and free continental breakfast, which inc scrambled eggs but you need to ask for them as they are not offered at the buffet section. Breakfast was OK usual mixed diced fresh fruit, sliced cheese,ham, bread etc. Reception was helpful, even though they gave wrong directions to a bar I requested. Hotel on the main shopping street in Buenos Aires. Took about 45 mins to walk to cathredral and government buildings. and walking the other way 45 mins to the cemetary. Took a bus back cost 1 peso which you have to put into a machine for your ticket. Be careful if walking on side streets, heard reports that some people were mugged as I nearly was. Senor Tango show in a very large building and very comercialised but show was very enjoyable and no dearer than an inferior one I went to. Would recommend anf stay again

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het15's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2008
Member since: January 18, 2007
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“Good location, reasonably priced and comfortable hotel.”

Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel

4 of 5 stars
Dublin, Ireland
Jan 20, 2008

We stayed here for 3 nights over new years in December 2007. The rate was about 100 Euro for a twin room which included breakfast. The location is very good - just off Florida street and the departure point for most tours etc (SanMartin Sq). We had a large clean room and the service was efficient and friendly, accommodating our early check in and late check out. Breakfast was fine also. The hotel is a good option for people looking for a reasonably priced comfortable hotel. The hotel is on a pedestrian street, about 50m from a well serviced taxi rank.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Location/value
    • Disliked — Limited internet access
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Vonsie's Summary
Date of Stay: December 2007
Traveled with: Friends
Age group: 25-34
Member since: November 20, 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, Great pool scene, Pet owners
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Shopping
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Average price*: $175 (year-round)
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Reviews of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel

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Address: Calle Florida 944, El Calafate 1005, Argentina