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#5 of 7 hotels in Ponce
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  • Hotel class: 3 of 5
  • Rooms: 120
Description: Low-rise Spanish-style Hotel with courtyard, located near Inter-American University. This description is based on information provided by the hotel.
Address:
Trupo Industrial Park 103
Mercedita
Ponce 00715
Puerto Rico
Check Rates: $123 Avg. Price
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Reviews of Howard Johnson Ponce PR

( 5-9 of 18 )
“Simple, confortable, dark”

Howard Johnson Ponce PR

4 of 5 stars
Fukuoka, Japan
Mar 11, 2007

Its a good hotel for it's type. I wasn't expecting the Ritz for sure. Kinda pricey if you compare it with hotels from other areas, but it has an average price for Puerto Rico. Looks a bit dated and the hallways are a bit dark at night for my taste. The continetal breakfast was not very good. It's a good hotel for short stays, especially if you already live in Puerto Rico and plan to stay most of the time outside the hotel. The employees are very helpfull and kind.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — big rooms
    • Disliked — the surrounding are
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
el_skudo's Summary
Date of Stay: March 2007
Traveled with: Solo traveler
Visit was for: Business
Age group: 25-34
Member since: March 08, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 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, People with disabilities, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Business meeting / Event, Other
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“enjoyable stay”

Howard Johnson Ponce PR

Jan 13, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

We stayed for 7 nights for a business/pleasure trip. The room was very comfortable, staff friendly and helpful, and the pool very clean. The pool area is very nice with a bar. We found the restaurant serviceable but nothing great. The continental breakfast had a good selection of pastries, cereal, toast,etc with coffee and juices. Having a washer and dryer available was handy and reasonably priced, never had to wait to use it. Would definitely return.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Nice pool area
    • Disliked — Not close to anything
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kacyOntario's Summary
Date of Stay: January 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Business
Age group: 35-49
Member since: January 13, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
most likely
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Great pool scene
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Business meeting / Event
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“Great Service and good customer service”

Howard Johnson Ponce PR

5 of 5 stars
Stafford, VA
Dec 29, 2006

I can't complain. I love my stay at the hotel. I my room card didn't work and the employees help me get into my room in a matter of seconds. The personnel did a great job with all the things that we need. I will recommend this to my friends and family.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — everything
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LourdesStafford's Summary
Date of Stay: November 2006
Traveled with: Family with young children
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 35-49
Member since: December 28, 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Other
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“Very Clean and Comfortable”

Howard Johnson Ponce PR

5 of 5 stars
tatsuo
Dec 28, 2006

The employees were always there to help you and the room was always clean. I love the attention that they give to me when I stayed at the hotel. I definetly will recommend this hotel to all my friends and family.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Cleanliness
    • Disliked — I love everything. There is no complaint on my part.
    • Tips/Secrets: — enjoy
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tatsuo's Summary
Date of Stay: December 2006
Traveled with: Family (extended)
Visit was for: Hobbies / interest / culture
Age group: 35-49
Member since: December 28, 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine, Other
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“Horrible service, a disaster waiting to hapen”

Howard Johnson Ponce PR

1 of 5 stars
On the road
Oct 17, 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

Our traveling theater group was booked into this hotel despite having a not-so-great experience here the previous year. The Howard Johnson met our poor expectations. Some of our problems included:

* The restaurant closing early with only a rude staff member shooing us away from the door.

* The restaurant being routinely understaffed.

* The front desk staff treating our group members rudely when we called with requests or complaints.

* Inconsistent enforcement of rules, allowing some pizza delivery people to wander the halls but holding others at the front desk.

* Fire exits being deadbolted shut.

I have never encountered such rude front desk staff as when I brought the last item to their attention. One woman got up from the desk and walked away from me.

An unfortunate circumstance for the few staff members, including one front desk worker and the bartender, who were very friendly.

This hotel clearly has no understanding of the importance of fire exits. I hope no one gets hurt when this attitude brings about its results.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Food in restaurant
    • Disliked — Staff
    • Tips/Secrets: — Live in a different hotel, but come back and eat at this restaurant.
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Sethar's Summary
Date of Stay: October 2006
Traveled with: Large group or tour
Visit was for: Business
Age group: 25-34
Member since: October 17, 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
no way!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
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Reviews of Howard Johnson Ponce PR

( 5-9 of 18 )
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Trupo Industrial Park 103 | Mercedita, Ponce 00715, Puerto Rico