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Km 1.5 Via Barbasquillo, Manta, Ecuador
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Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Manta Ecuador
Ranked #2 of 11 hotels in Manta
4.5 of 5 stars 30 Reviews
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unitedstates
2 reviews
“THE BEST HOTEL IN MANTA BY FAR !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012

We have stayed at almost every hotel in Manta that is upper scale and the Howard Johnson is by far, the best. The hotel is perched upon a cliff and It has a breath taking view. Good wi-fi in the lobby. The rooms are nicely designed and are equiped with coffee makers, irons, ironing boards, blow dryers, and the flat screen televisions have the most channels out of all the places we've stayed. The restaurant is very good most of the time. They also have a pretty good sushi bar in the lobby. The location is right next door to a casino and several restaurants and bars. It is also near the best pizza place/sports bar in Manta, "Good Fellas" which is owned by a fun italian guy named Mike, who is from Las Vegas and knows what pizza should taste like. Now, here are some of the drawbacks: (they are minor, but I want to be honest in my evaluation, because I am a tourist who wants other tourists to enjoy themselves) The lobby bar resembles a snack bar, but it does have a great flat screen. The pool does not have a restaurant or bar, but does have food service to it. The hot water in the shower may take a few minutes to come on, but be patient (not like my husband) it does come on. But overall, HoJo comes way out on top for us and many other business travellers who have to stay in Manta for more than a month or two. I hope this was helpful & happy travels!!!

Room Tip: I prefer the rooms high up but all of them are great.
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Gulfport, Mississippi
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Cut! It's a wrap!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012

The views are just like a scene out of a movie.Just can not say enough good things about staying there. No matter where you turn, this place is all about service...As you may know, while the first thing you notice is the structure of a facility and the amities.But at the heart of any business is the personnel. And this is truly where this facility is exceptional .Everyone there has a " can do attitude ". They really go out of their way to make your stay, enjoyable.

  • Stayed May 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Guayaquil, Ecuador
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“excellent day at HoJo Manta”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2011

Particularly, it sucks that you don't have a beach right there, since it's all rocky. nevertheless, the built-in beach you have, it's amazing. the views are breathtaking, but then again, you only see rocks, but still is a pretty good view. Visited for a night on December 23rd 2011. would go back again.
accommodations are impeccable! no hot water on room 609, though, in the shower. that was a bummer. i forgot to bring shaving cream, and they sent it right away.
people in Manta are very cordial and nice. Hence, the restaurant was amazing! I particularly recommend Miguel, who even gave us a home-like attention. We're ecuadorians and from Manabi, as well, and even though i was born and bread in Guayaquil, I found a superior service than what I expected!
Stayed 3 years ago at Oro Verde, and even though, I dined in it on this same visit, I wouldn't trade HoJo for the world!, plus, the casino del mar, the biggest in the whole province is super cool!
will be back!

Room Tip: ask for rooms with a terrace, no extra charge! preferably not below 4th floor.
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  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Lynbrook, New York
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
“Great hotel...!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 December 2011
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I stayed at this hotel for one week, the service is excellent, very clean and comfortable rooms and the food is fantastic.

They went to the airport to pick me up in a van with air conditioner and they drop me also the last day.


The employees are very attentive and helpful.

The pool is nice and very clean and the view is just beautiful.

Room Tip: Ask for a room far from the elevator and the pool to avoid noise.
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  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Sao Paulo, SP
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
“Good hotel, good location, good prices”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2011
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person found this review helpful

I stayed for 2 days in hotel, at room overlooking the sea.
The landscape is very beautiful, but the beach in front of the hotel is not good for swimming.
The breakfast features ranging options, all very tasty, served in the hotel restaurant.
employees are well trained, very attentive, striving to understand the guests of other nationalities.
worthy of a 4-star hotel.

  • Stayed October 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Address: Km 1.5 Via Barbasquillo, Manta, Ecuador
Price range (per night):* INR6,242 - 9,530

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