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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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Geman traveller
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
“Great hotel...great staff...great price”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2011
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I stayed at the Howard Johnson Manta for two nights while being on a road trip along the ecuadorian coast. Getting there with the rental car was a bit difficult, because the driving directions from the HoJo website proved to be useless. But once I was there...oh what an experience. I had a big and nicely decorated room with a view of the ocean and its own balcony. The hotel is located a little outside of Manta, so it is quiet, but there are shops, restaurants and even a small casino nearby. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. I had a problem with my car and they had it fixed within minutes. The food was delicious, especially the breakfast buffet. I just loved it. And all of that at a really good rate, that would not get you an ocean view in the US or Europe.

  • Stayed February 2011, travelled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 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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London, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Best hotel in Manta”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2011
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person found this review helpful

I have stayed there numerous times. They have a great view to the sea, tennis courts, casino, pool, everything you expect of a 4 star hotel. I recommend it. My opinion the best place in Manta to stay.

  • Stayed December 2010, travelled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Miami, FL
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Nice location”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2010
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I stayed here last weekend and I have stayed here multiple times. It is located in a nice location and in a safer neighborhood in front of the beach with free parking and a complimentary local breakfast buffet. I mostly stay here for work and have found it convenient and the rooms nice, comfortable with AC that always seems to work. I would recommend staying away from the elevators and asking for a room that has a balcony as not all rooms do. The staff are very friendly and are knowledgeable with any questions. I wish they had how to earn airline miles but they do not participate in it unfortunately.

  • Stayed December 2010, travelled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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CALIFORNIA
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Great Location of Hotel!!”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2010
1
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Nice hotel to stay and a great price compared to hotels on the beach in the US. This is considered a 5 star in Manta Ecuador but by standards of the US, I would say a 4. The hotel is for the most part clean. Compared to 6 years ago, the hotel was not as kept up as it use to be. The rooms re comfortable, the showers good use some updating. The food in the hotel is good. Would have been nice to know in advance that the sand area for kids was not going to be available but the access to the beach is great. The hotel is a bit busy in March with locals, so if you are looking for peace and quiet don't go the 2nd week of March, the local kids are out of school. The bartender could be more social and go around and ask for food or drinks whichi never happened, they lost out on money being spent. Hotel has ping pong table which the area could be kept up a bit more. The man selling items outside of the hotel is a great buy and nice stuff. The welcome area when you come in would be nicer if it was kept a bit cooler. I think the staff is use to the warm weather but for visitors it was too warm. They serve a drink when you arrive but it is warm, would have tasted better if it were cold. The pool area is a bit small for as many people that were visiting (locals) but a great area wher it is located because in over looks the ocean. We were able to spot dolphins from the pool. The internet service is very slow but offered for free with your stay.

Stayed March 2010, travelled with family
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Orlando
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
69 helpful votes 69 helpful votes
“Have realistic expectations”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2010
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person found this review helpful

This hotel is located directly on the Pacific Ocean, but this is not a scenic part of the coast. You can not swim here. The hotel is in need of a facelift. The pool is looking rough, the fitness center had very outdated equipment, the amenities are worn. But the service and staff was excellent. We were staying with a large missions group, and they handled it flawlessly. We ate buffett style, and the food was good. I would encourage to be leary of the salads. They wash the vegetables with unpurified water. The rooms were clean and well taken care of. The bed was a bit hard for my taste, but that is very personalized. I would stay here again. There is a small mini-mart that was expensive but great to have near by.

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

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