Howard Johnson Inn Airport

Hi there,
I’m an avid resident of Howard Johnson Inns around the mid-​Atlantic region. My job as a taxidermist has me traveling mainly between Goochland and Bent Mountain collecting specimens. While my regular residence, the Richmond HJ, is a fine establishment, I unfortunately cannot say the same about the Roanoke HJ. The first sign of this failing inn was the receptionist. As a taxidermist I am accustomed to all body shapes, but this receptionist was just flat out chunky. I believe a good hotel starts with a friendly and attractive staff. Additionally, in this day and age, I think all hotels should have up to date and modern accommodations. The Roanoke HJ had at most, 30 TV channels. I was unable to watch what I usually watch when I am alone. The mattress was actually quite comfortable and agreeable with my large frame. The continental breakfast was less than spectacular. The inn had, at most, only two dozen donuts available, about half of what I usually eat for breakfast. Overall, my stay at the Roanoke Howard Johnson was below the exceptional standards of the rest of the Howard Johnson chain.
Regards,
Charlie F

We stayed here twice. its cheap so I compare it with others of that level. yes this place needs renovation, but the sheets were washed, Unlike next motel super 8. So if are choosing between those 2, stay here. Breakfest was ok, there was no fruits, but there is waffle maker, so you get fresh, crisp waffles.

Is there something less than one star? This motel is everything the previous reviewers say it is. On our way to Florida we stopped in Roanoke overnight the rates online looked pretty good so we decided to go here. I should have noticed something was wrong from the 25 year old couch in the lobby. The manager ran my credit card then gave me a key to a room. The rooms on either side of the NON Smoking room we got looked like they were condemned. I opened the door and the smell hit me. I had my wife come and smell it. It was horrible. The manager showed me a different room which was even worse than the first. At this point I wanted my card refunded and we would just drive on to the next hotel. The manager said he couldn’t do that and that I should come back tomorrow and they would refund the card. I wasn’t going to get into a battle with the guy because I was so annoyed at this point. I left and moved on to the airport holiday inn which cost $ 174 for that night. At that point I didn’t care how much it cost. I am calling HJ corporate because this establishment is an embarrassment to the company. There is no way they should be allowed to have the HJ franchise.

Between the drug dealers in the parking lot and the awful facilities, this place would make Hotel Impossible call it quits. Go only if you’re broke or if you want harrowing story to tell your friends.

Please do your self a favor go somewhere else this is a stink hole

We booked a room through expedia due to our power being out for several days. Our average daytime temps were over 100 degrees. When we first arrived I was dismayed to see all the crack heads and hookers (who were openly offering their services to the highest bidder) but like I said we were hot, tired and just wanted a place to take a shower and cool off. Against my better judgement we accepted the room key and headed up the dark stair case. After tripping over beer bottles and beer cans we made it to our room. My wife looked through the window and commented on the nice black mold that was growing on the curtains. We also could see what looked like cheese popcorn all over the floor (it could have been some new orange/​yellow fungus that has yet to be discovered but we were not brave enough to open the door to explore) Through the window we could see empty beer cans strewn throughout the room. We decided that we would just go back to our house and deal with the triple digit heat. Unless you are a crack head or hooker I would steer clear of this flea bag motel.