Located in a shopping district, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay offers a convenient stay with continental breakfast and laundry facilities. Connect to free WiFi, work at the business center, or grab a snack from the vending machine. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
Thunder Bay Community Auditorium - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Intercity Shopping Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Lakehead University - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Firehouse Subs - 2 min drive
A&W Restaurant - 14 min walk
Burger Barn - 15 min walk
A&W Restaurant - 10 min walk
Boston Pizza - 12 min walk
About this property
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay puts you just a 5-minute drive from Lake Superior. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. Fellow travelers like the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
56 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 19
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 19
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Children
Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 23 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 22.60 per accommodation, per day (maximum CAD 45.20 per stay)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Also known as
Econo Lodge Hotel Thunder Bay
Econo Lodge Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay Econo Lodge
Econo Lodge Thunder Bay, Ontario
Econo Lodge Thunder Bay Hotel
Econo Lodge Thunder Bay
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay Hotel
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay Thunder Bay
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay Hotel Thunder Bay
Frequently asked questions
Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of CAD 22.60 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Thunder Bay Community Bingo (3-min drive) and OLG Casino Thunder Bay (3-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay like?
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay is in the heart of Thunder Bay, a short 14-minute walk from Port Arthur Stadium and 14 minutes' walk from Thunder Bay Community Auditorium.
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Thunder Bay Reviews
Reviews
8,2
Very good
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8,6/10
Cleanliness
8,6/10
Staff & service
7,8/10
Amenities
8,0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8,0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast options were good, with a variety of choices including a make-your-own waffle station. (41 reviews)
The property is conveniently located near many restaurants and eateries. (8 reviews)
The property offers ample parking space, including for large vehicles like boats and trailers. (6 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
28 September 2025
Clean room,good service
Jack
Jack, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 September 2025
A nice stay.
The room was super clean. The bed was comfortable and for breakfast they had mandarines, a waffle machine and hard boiled eggs which is always good!
They also had a washer and dryer which was super convenient.
Chantal
Chantal, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2025
A great stay!!
Firt time booking here mainly due to a lower price then others in the area..very happy with the condition and cleanliness of this building. Would recommend staying here..also the breakfast area was very clean and the staff was excellent!! :)
Rhonda
Rhonda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2025
We'll be back
A perfect fit for our night in Thunder Bay. Plenty of restaurants in the area to chose from.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 August 2025
Worth the stay
Clean and comfortable. Nice central location.
Janel
Janel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 August 2025
Would Stay Again
Good value and a basic comfortable place to stay, we would stay again. Only wish they had a luggage cart ffor those of us who aren't as young as we used to be.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 June 2025
Overall a great stay.
Gerry
Gerry, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
31 August 2025
Comfy
Very comfortable and clean.
Joan
Joan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
05 May 2025
Was an excellent stay, quiet and relaxing
Delores
Delores, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 May 2025
Great stay
Claire
Claire, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 June 2025
Great motel
Lovely motel, clean and comfortable. Stayed 2 nights and would definitely stay again.
Margaret Ann
Margaret Ann, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 September 2025
yes shops are nearby. didn't require the A/C. poor choices for breakfast.
Joan
Joan, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
28 June 2025
Was a nice motel
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 July 2025
Good for a prt friendly place
lois
lois, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
03 July 2025
Just there for a night, place was clean, staff were friendly and they have ample parking, even if you are hauling a trailer.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
07 June 2025
Would stay again, my new go to stay in tbay
Nitsud
Nitsud, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
09 May 2025
I would stay there again.
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
07 June 2025
Great area
Carrie
Carrie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
03 July 2025
Staff are great.
Lucky Vincent
Lucky Vincent, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 June 2025
Generally speaking, this is a good hotel and above average.
lingjie
lingjie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 June 2025
Great stay
We had a great stay. The room was great and smelled clean! I would highly recommend.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 June 2025
Always great service, clean and quiet
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 June 2025
clean very tidy
efficient and very friendly staff
excellent location
good breakfast options
quiet location
plenty of parking available
interesting guests - example apple map employees
loved the poster of an original Howard - Johnsons motel