Name: Howard Johnson Suites by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista BayFront
Address: 235 Woodlawn Avenue, Chula Vista, California, United States of America, Chula Vista, California, US
Price range: $94–$197 per night
Rating: 6.95

What guests think

At Howard Johnson Suites by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista BayFront, reviews describe a mixed stay, with spacious suites and friendly staff balanced by reports of cleanliness issues, closed amenities, and concerns about activity around the property.

Rooms include in-room kitchens, though cookware and utensils are not provided. Operational hiccups noted include unexpected water shutoffs and a weekly Wi-Fi restart, while the location is convenient to the train and Cross Border Express. Expect a budget stay with tradeoffs.

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Service

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Facilities

Several amenities were unavailable: the pool was closed and the ice machine was out of service. Guests also reported water shutoffs, limited parking access or distance from rooms, and a power outage without a backup generator; wheelchair access needs improvement.

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6

Rosa

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pool was closed, no breakfast was provided. Property gave a last minute notification of items not being provided.Couch was dirty

10

Abner

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was clean they didn’t have breakfast and ice machine was out of service

8

Gaynor

Aug 17, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Only thing, it needs a accessibility for people in wheelchairs. Other than that, it was nice.

10

Rudy

Dec 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The check-in was awesome, staff very professional very respectful and very knowledgeable.. he assured me my vehicles and property would be safe and he kept to his word Unfortunately breakfast and pool is out of service at the moment and will not be available anytime soon.. the rooms could be used more cleaning on the walls and Doors .. microwave need to be cleaned really good. Besides that definitely be back.. hopefully by then they upgrade their hotel a little more an have the pool working and breakfast... thank you to the staff that check me in wonderful person

2

Mateo

Dec 30, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We got into our first room there and the couch was disgusting. The table had some sort of green goop on it. The bedroom door was falling off the hinges. They turned the water off and told no one. There was no over head lights in the room and the lamp buttons didn’t work. Room was extremely dirty. The second room we were given smelled so badly of paint and was also very dirty. They didn’t inform us of that they were “renovating” until after we checked. The pool was closed and breakfast was not being served. They took advantage of the pool being closed and were drying their curtains on the pool fence. After getting the other crappy hotel room we waited around 10 minutes ant the window at night while they went to go turn the water back on. Overall a terrible experience would not recommend. I would recommend hotel Palmeras around the corner however.

4

Christine

Apr 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Loud activity at night outside our room. Receptionist was helpful. Spotted one roach on bedroom lamp. No more after that. Water turned off at 11 am without notice. Key was deactivated in middle of stay. No access to parking lot on side we stayed. Parking far from room. Pool had a lock on gate positive was two separate rooms. Handy location with frig, microwave and coffee maker

4

marcos

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

WiFi restarts every Monday, they only clean Sunday and Monday, you have to request for more towels they only give you to for my 5 day stay.

2

Sarah

Jan 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We got to the location and had cops surround the back parking lot for a "stolen registered vehicle" and for a homeless round-up, which was not separated from the rooms. The rooms were so musty and gross so we asked for a room change. The front desk staff was nice when we checked in initially but switched up when we requested the room change. He showed us the new room, and when we asked for some time to discuss it, he told us that we should just cancel the reservation and look for another hotel because it would take too much time. When we agreed to cancel the reservations, he constantly said, "You guys have to get out of here, I have more reservations on the way".

6

Obiora

Jan 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Light failure due to no standby generator

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is poor, with multiple reports of dirty furniture, bad odors, and roaches or spiders; a few guests found their rooms clean. Housekeeping quality and upkeep appear inconsistent.

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6

Rosa

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pool was closed, no breakfast was provided. Property gave a last minute notification of items not being provided.Couch was dirty

10

Abner

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was clean they didn’t have breakfast and ice machine was out of service

2

Harold

Feb 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

They have Roaches

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Christal

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

BUGS! Roaches and spiders in every room/bathroom/kitchen and sitting area. I had asked why someone came in my room while I was away on business and the desk responded via text message “ I did not know about that you can call in the morning. Morning guy will check and help you” and when I asked the morning guy, they didn’t know either. This went on for 2days.

10

Arsen

Feb 4, 2024

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This was, THE BEST HOTEL IN CHULA VISTA that I ever stayed at, and I've stayed at many. Their staff is very welcoming, the rooms are so clean and beautifully set up. You really get the most out of your money staying here, I mean it's a studio with a kitchen . It really is your home away from home. If anyone is curious about staying here, DO IT. YOULL END UP EXTENDEDING I PROMISE 😉

10

Courtney

Mar 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room is really nice inside. The kitchen was a good size, but the oven burners take awhile to heat up. I was able to cook a full meal still. The kitchen does not come with any utensils or pots and pans. I was glad that I called beforehand to get that information. The room itself is very big and spacious. The room was clean for the most part with a few stains on the furniture here and there overall, I would stay again the staff made me feel very comfortable, and they were very accommodating to my requests.

2

Mateo

Dec 30, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We got into our first room there and the couch was disgusting. The table had some sort of green goop on it. The bedroom door was falling off the hinges. They turned the water off and told no one. There was no over head lights in the room and the lamp buttons didn’t work. Room was extremely dirty. The second room we were given smelled so badly of paint and was also very dirty. They didn’t inform us of that they were “renovating” until after we checked. The pool was closed and breakfast was not being served. They took advantage of the pool being closed and were drying their curtains on the pool fence. After getting the other crappy hotel room we waited around 10 minutes ant the window at night while they went to go turn the water back on. Overall a terrible experience would not recommend. I would recommend hotel Palmeras around the corner however.

2

Daniela

Jun 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed with my family and it did not look like the pictures, the room was not clean, couch was dirty, there was a horrible smell I’m room and outside there was shady people walking around, I didnt feel safe at all.

4

Christine

Apr 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Loud activity at night outside our room. Receptionist was helpful. Spotted one roach on bedroom lamp. No more after that. Water turned off at 11 am without notice. Key was deactivated in middle of stay. No access to parking lot on side we stayed. Parking far from room. Pool had a lock on gate positive was two separate rooms. Handy location with frig, microwave and coffee maker

2

Luis

Jan 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The heater did not work. I told the front desk as soon as I arrived but they said it’s only one night you’re here for. Even though the parking lot was empty they did not give me a different room. I would not stay here again the room had a nasty smell I had to buy candles to cover up the smell.

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Rooms

Suites include kitchens or kitchenettes, but cookware and utensils are not provided. Recurring issues include weak shower pressure, heating or lighting problems, noise at night, and a weekly Wi-Fi restart.

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Rosa

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pool was closed, no breakfast was provided. Property gave a last minute notification of items not being provided.Couch was dirty

10

Arsen

Feb 4, 2024

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This was, THE BEST HOTEL IN CHULA VISTA that I ever stayed at, and I've stayed at many. Their staff is very welcoming, the rooms are so clean and beautifully set up. You really get the most out of your money staying here, I mean it's a studio with a kitchen . It really is your home away from home. If anyone is curious about staying here, DO IT. YOULL END UP EXTENDEDING I PROMISE 😉

10

Courtney

Mar 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room is really nice inside. The kitchen was a good size, but the oven burners take awhile to heat up. I was able to cook a full meal still. The kitchen does not come with any utensils or pots and pans. I was glad that I called beforehand to get that information. The room itself is very big and spacious. The room was clean for the most part with a few stains on the furniture here and there overall, I would stay again the staff made me feel very comfortable, and they were very accommodating to my requests.

2

Mateo

Dec 30, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We got into our first room there and the couch was disgusting. The table had some sort of green goop on it. The bedroom door was falling off the hinges. They turned the water off and told no one. There was no over head lights in the room and the lamp buttons didn’t work. Room was extremely dirty. The second room we were given smelled so badly of paint and was also very dirty. They didn’t inform us of that they were “renovating” until after we checked. The pool was closed and breakfast was not being served. They took advantage of the pool being closed and were drying their curtains on the pool fence. After getting the other crappy hotel room we waited around 10 minutes ant the window at night while they went to go turn the water back on. Overall a terrible experience would not recommend. I would recommend hotel Palmeras around the corner however.

4

Christine

Apr 28, 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Loud activity at night outside our room. Receptionist was helpful. Spotted one roach on bedroom lamp. No more after that. Water turned off at 11 am without notice. Key was deactivated in middle of stay. No access to parking lot on side we stayed. Parking far from room. Pool had a lock on gate positive was two separate rooms. Handy location with frig, microwave and coffee maker

10

Donald

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay at the Johnson hotel was pleasant thank you Mike and the owner for helping with a nice room to stay in for one night

4

marcos

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

WiFi restarts every Monday, they only clean Sunday and Monday, you have to request for more towels they only give you to for my 5 day stay.

2

Luis

Jan 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The heater did not work. I told the front desk as soon as I arrived but they said it’s only one night you’re here for. Even though the parking lot was empty they did not give me a different room. I would not stay here again the room had a nasty smell I had to buy candles to cover up the smell.

6

Obiora

Jan 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Light failure due to no standby generator

6

Grizelda

Jan 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

When I checked in the gentleman that helped me was great. He deserves a raise for his service. The house keeping staff was awful. I asked for trash to be taken out and she did not sweep the floor or give towels or a blanket for the extra bed. And the shower has no pressure. Outside of that it was a great stay

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Service

Many guests describe friendly, professional front-desk staff and accommodating service. Others reported unhelpful responses to room problems or requests and confusion over room access, as well as inconsistent housekeeping.

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10

Breeze

Jan 15, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Stay was good. Friendly staff

10

Rudy

Dec 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The check-in was awesome, staff very professional very respectful and very knowledgeable.. he assured me my vehicles and property would be safe and he kept to his word Unfortunately breakfast and pool is out of service at the moment and will not be available anytime soon.. the rooms could be used more cleaning on the walls and Doors .. microwave need to be cleaned really good. Besides that definitely be back.. hopefully by then they upgrade their hotel a little more an have the pool working and breakfast... thank you to the staff that check me in wonderful person

2

Christal

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

BUGS! Roaches and spiders in every room/bathroom/kitchen and sitting area. I had asked why someone came in my room while I was away on business and the desk responded via text message “ I did not know about that you can call in the morning. Morning guy will check and help you” and when I asked the morning guy, they didn’t know either. This went on for 2days.

10

Antonio

Jul 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and respectful

10

Courtney

Mar 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room is really nice inside. The kitchen was a good size, but the oven burners take awhile to heat up. I was able to cook a full meal still. The kitchen does not come with any utensils or pots and pans. I was glad that I called beforehand to get that information. The room itself is very big and spacious. The room was clean for the most part with a few stains on the furniture here and there overall, I would stay again the staff made me feel very comfortable, and they were very accommodating to my requests.

4

Christine

Apr 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Loud activity at night outside our room. Receptionist was helpful. Spotted one roach on bedroom lamp. No more after that. Water turned off at 11 am without notice. Key was deactivated in middle of stay. No access to parking lot on side we stayed. Parking far from room. Pool had a lock on gate positive was two separate rooms. Handy location with frig, microwave and coffee maker

10

Donald

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay at the Johnson hotel was pleasant thank you Mike and the owner for helping with a nice room to stay in for one night

2

Luis

Jan 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The heater did not work. I told the front desk as soon as I arrived but they said it’s only one night you’re here for. Even though the parking lot was empty they did not give me a different room. I would not stay here again the room had a nasty smell I had to buy candles to cover up the smell.

2

Sarah

Jan 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We got to the location and had cops surround the back parking lot for a "stolen registered vehicle" and for a homeless round-up, which was not separated from the rooms. The rooms were so musty and gross so we asked for a room change. The front desk staff was nice when we checked in initially but switched up when we requested the room change. He showed us the new room, and when we asked for some time to discuss it, he told us that we should just cancel the reservation and look for another hotel because it would take too much time. When we agreed to cancel the reservations, he constantly said, "You guys have to get out of here, I have more reservations on the way".

6

Grizelda

Jan 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

When I checked in the gentleman that helped me was great. He deserves a raise for his service. The house keeping staff was awful. I asked for trash to be taken out and she did not sweep the floor or give towels or a blanket for the extra bed. And the shower has no pressure. Outside of that it was a great stay

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Location

Convenient for the train and Cross Border Express. However, several reviews mention feeling unsafe due to loitering or police activity around the property.

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Giselle Mayte

Jan 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Near Cross Border Express

2

Antonio

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I pull up to the hotel and I see a scary looking drugie i immediately left

10

Eddie

Sep 16, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great stay for comic con close to train

2

Daniela

Jun 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed with my family and it did not look like the pictures, the room was not clean, couch was dirty, there was a horrible smell I’m room and outside there was shady people walking around, I didnt feel safe at all.

4

Christine

Apr 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Loud activity at night outside our room. Receptionist was helpful. Spotted one roach on bedroom lamp. No more after that. Water turned off at 11 am without notice. Key was deactivated in middle of stay. No access to parking lot on side we stayed. Parking far from room. Pool had a lock on gate positive was two separate rooms. Handy location with frig, microwave and coffee maker

2

Sarah

Jan 23, 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

We got to the location and had cops surround the back parking lot for a "stolen registered vehicle" and for a homeless round-up, which was not separated from the rooms. The rooms were so musty and gross so we asked for a room change. The front desk staff was nice when we checked in initially but switched up when we requested the room change. He showed us the new room, and when we asked for some time to discuss it, he told us that we should just cancel the reservation and look for another hotel because it would take too much time. When we agreed to cancel the reservations, he constantly said, "You guys have to get out of here, I have more reservations on the way".

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Dining

Breakfast was not provided during many stays noted; no other on-site dining details are mentioned.

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6

Rosa

Jun 10, 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Pool was closed, no breakfast was provided. Property gave a last minute notification of items not being provided.Couch was dirty

10

Abner

Jul 8, 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

It was clean they didn’t have breakfast and ice machine was out of service

10

Rudy

Dec 17, 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

The check-in was awesome, staff very professional very respectful and very knowledgeable.. he assured me my vehicles and property would be safe and he kept to his word Unfortunately breakfast and pool is out of service at the moment and will not be available anytime soon.. the rooms could be used more cleaning on the walls and Doors .. microwave need to be cleaned really good. Besides that definitely be back.. hopefully by then they upgrade their hotel a little more an have the pool working and breakfast... thank you to the staff that check me in wonderful person

2

Mateo

Dec 30, 2023

·

Stayed 3 nights

We got into our first room there and the couch was disgusting. The table had some sort of green goop on it. The bedroom door was falling off the hinges. They turned the water off and told no one. There was no over head lights in the room and the lamp buttons didn’t work. Room was extremely dirty. The second room we were given smelled so badly of paint and was also very dirty. They didn’t inform us of that they were “renovating” until after we checked. The pool was closed and breakfast was not being served. They took advantage of the pool being closed and were drying their curtains on the pool fence. After getting the other crappy hotel room we waited around 10 minutes ant the window at night while they went to go turn the water back on. Overall a terrible experience would not recommend. I would recommend hotel Palmeras around the corner however.

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Month	Average price
January	$103
February	$138
March	$158
April	$169
May	$162
June	$403
July	$570
August	$316
September	$143
October	$115
November	$112
December	$102

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15 $94	16 $128	17 $149	18 $197	19 $197
20 $119	21 $128	22 $128	23 $130	24 $130	25 $148	26 $148
27 $119	28 $130	29 $130	30 $130

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $130	2 $150	3 $150
4 $120	5 $158	6 $150	7 $150	8 $150	9 $158	10 $157
11 $150	12 $150	13 $150	14 $150	15 $150	16 $158	17 $150
18 $158	19 $158	20 $158	21 $158	22 $158	23 $158	24 $158
25 $158	26 $157	27 $157	28 $158	29 $158	30 $158	31 $158

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Studio Suite, King Bed with Sofa Bed

Studio Suite, Two Double Beds with Sofa Bed

Studio Suite, King Bed with Sofa Bed, Accessible (Mobility Accessible)

Studio Suite, King Bed with Sofa Bed, Kitchen

Studio Suite, Two Double Beds with Sofa Bed, Kitchen

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