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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Virginia Beach

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Virginia Beach offers free Wi-Fi, parking, and breakfast. Located near Chic’s Beach and Norfolk Botanical Garden with easy airport access.

5173 Shore Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455, United States View on map
5.8/10
Average Based on 545 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Mixed but generally positive feedback on budget accommodations

Guests appreciate the cleanliness, friendly service, and value for money at this no-frills hotel, while noting some practical limitations related to amenities and location.

Guests often praise

  • Clean and well-maintained rooms with comfortable beds and fresh linens.
  • Friendly, courteous, and helpful staff providing a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Complimentary perks such as free Wi-Fi, parking, and breakfast items.
  • Quiet environment with minimal noise and a residential area feel.
  • Convenient access to nearby dining options and grocery stores within walking distance.

Worth knowing

  • Limited breakfast offerings, typically including granola bars, muffins, juice, and coffee (not hot breakfast).
  • No elevator, pool, restaurant, fitness center, or airport shuttle service onsite.
  • Location is not beachfront and approximately 7 minutes from nearby state parks and bay beach access.
  • Some guests noted minor maintenance issues like a leaking bathtub stopper and non-functioning coffee pot.
  • Pet-friendly and kid-friendly but not smoke-free throughout the property.

Best for

  • Budget-conscious travelers seeking basic, clean accommodations with essential amenities.
  • Visitors who value quiet surroundings away from busy tourist areas.
  • Guests looking for convenient parking and easy access to local shops and casual dining.
  • Those planning to explore outdoor attractions nearby such as botanical gardens and coastal parks.
  • Travelers who prioritize friendly service and daily housekeeping over luxury features.
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About this property

Welcome to Howard Johnson by Wyndham Virginia Beach

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Virginia Beach is an unassuming budget-friendly hotel located at 5173 Shore Dr, within a residential area near Chic’s Beach and recreational spots like Lake Smith and Pleasure House Point park. While it is not situated directly on the oceanfront, the property offers convenient access to outdoor activities including fishing and boating, making it suitable for visitors seeking a quiet base away from crowded tourist areas.

The establishment provides essential amenities such as complimentary breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and parking, catering to practical needs for travelers. Guest reviews highlight the clean and comfortable rooms, with some recently updated features, though some amenities typically expected at hotels—like a pool, restaurant, or fitness center—are not available. The environment is described as peaceful, with friendly staff and daily housekeeping adding value to the stay.

Nearby attractions include the Norfolk Botanical Garden, First Landing State Park, and the Chrysler Museum of Art, all within a short driving distance. The hotel has accessible parking, is pet- and kid-friendly, and features air-conditioned rooms. However, some reviews mention the absence of a hot breakfast and note that the hotel lacks an elevator, which may be considerations for certain guests.

This property is suited for travelers looking for straightforward accommodations at an affordable price, particularly those visiting for short stays or needing proximity to local parks and natural sites. It appeals especially to guests who prioritize quiet surroundings and basic conveniences over luxury.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly

Not available at this property

Pool
Business center
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Smoke-free
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

LM
Lisa McGhee Apr 06, 2026
8.0

Clean room. Cash deposit returned at checkout. Comfortable bed. Clean white linens. Parking right outside of the room. Ice machine was clean. Ice machine is on the second floor. Friendly staff. Good rates for holiday weekend. No elevator. No pool. No hot breakfast. Breakfast was granola bars, individual wrapped muffins, bottles of juice and coffee in a carafe. Not close to the oceanfront! About 7 minutes to the state park with bay beach access. Good restaurants in the area.

CM
Chris Murphy Mar 22, 2026
10

I stayed here for a week while I was waiting to move into a new place. The staff was friendly and courteous. The rooms were extremely clean the room I was in look to be recently remodeled. I honestly hated to leave. I enjoyed my stay here very much the bed slip comfortably. Really hate to check out this morning.! this place isn’t like a Hilton but for what it is, it’s a five-star establishment

SDH
S. Dee Hunt Mar 16, 2026
8.0

You’ll be surprised! Don’t drink the coffee but the bedding, pillows, shower curtains and towels appeared to be new and clean. Housekeeping will clean your room everyday, which does not happen at the resorts. For the price, it was a good deal for us and within walking distance to a Food Lion and Dunkin Donuts. Super quiet and not crowded with cars and people. Room was decent.

DS
Darcy Sewards Mar 13, 2026
10

I was worried because I didn’t look at the reviews until after we booked the room. I don’t know what they were talking about because we had a great experience. Staff were friendly and didn’t bother us. I heard nothing from any other paying customers. It was actually very quiet and the motel was full. The rooms were very clean and I did not see any bugs at all. (I definitely looked for them). When we went out during the day staff came in and cleaned up and refreshed our room. I highly recommend this place. The price was very reasonable also!

TD
tier drop Feb 20, 2026
10

Ended up needing an affordable place to lay my head down for a few days and this spot was just right Negative side? Not much really unless you really are a picky person Positive side. Quite area, other guest where also quite, so that was a bonus…also there a Mexican, takeout Chinese, Taco Bell, Arby’s and food lion are all in walking distance and in the same shopping center. The staff was nice and the rooms where clean…what more could you want for an affordable stay

VR
Vernon Reed Jan 19, 2026
8.0

The stay here was pleasant. I had a non-smoking double room. The room smelled clean and was a comfortable temperature. The beds were very comfortable and if I could I would have Purchased the pillows they used. The only issues I had was the stopper for the bathtub leaked by so i was unable to relax in a hot bath. Also, the coffee pot did not function. I would stay here again. The above issues were received by the staff and seemed liked they would be fixed for the next person.

N
no Jan 12, 2026
10

For a budget hotel this place is the best friendly staff and the rooms are very clean and sanitary

BN
Brian Neal Dec 24, 2025
8.0

Needs a little love but I expected worse. Stayed here five nights in a king efficiency6 coffee. The good.... I Never saw a bug, fast internet, easy parking, friendly front desk, good water pressure, quiet, no bad smells, and nice furniture. I will be coming back to this place, and don't mind paying extra for the kitchenette. Great stay overall.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Howard Johnson by Wyndham Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach, Virginia, USA

Residential area with Chic’s Beach, fishing at Lake Smith & boating at Pleasure House Point park.

  • Shore & Gela 4 min Walk
  • Shore & Wellings 5 min Walk
  • Shore & Pleasure House 15 min Walk
  • Norfolk International Airport 16 min Car · 20 min Transit
  • Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport 40 min Car · 3 hr 47 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Virginia. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

First Landing State Park 7,237 reviews

First Landing State Park

2500 Shore Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, United States

4.7 · State Park
Norfolk Botanical Garden 8,790 reviews

Norfolk Botanical Garden

6700 Azalea Garden Rd, Norfolk, VA 23518, United States

4.8 · Botanical Garden
Chrysler Museum of Art 3,103 reviews

Chrysler Museum of Art

Chrysler Museum of Art, 1 Memorial Pl, Norfolk, VA 23510, United States

4.8 · Art Museum
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