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2.5 of 5
955 Hooper Ave., Toms River, NJ 08753
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Howard Johnson of Toms River
Ranked #5 of 10 hotels in Toms River
3.5 of 5 stars 68 Reviews
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BROOKLYN NY
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“BETTER DEALS IN AREA”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

The clerk was very nice and pleasant. The rom was decent and clean. It was somewhat small. there was some kind of loud party in the hotel which didn't disturb us as we were not that close to the party but... My wife said there was not enough hot water in the shower. I had enough hot water in the morning but there was not enough pressure in the shower. The curtain didn't keep out the lights so well in the morning. The toilet seat didn't stay up. The tv remote didn't work. The swivel chair was very uncomfortable and difficult to move across the floor. Overall there were many small annoying, easily fixable things that should have been fixed.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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HotelHoJoSales, General Manager at Howard Johnson of Toms River, responded to this review
21 February 2012
Thank you for your feedback on your recent stay with us. Please accept my sincere apology. I want you to know that the comments we receive from guests are taken seriously. We accommodate many guests each evening and we strive to make their stay a wonderful and satisfying experience. I assure you that all the issues raised have been addressed and appropriate steps have been taken. Consequently, it’s disappointing to learn that you're unhappy, this is an isolated circumstance, on your next visit to Toms River please give us the opportunity to show you this was an isolated situation.

Again thank you for taking the time to share your concerns with us. It is our hope that you will give us another opportunity to serve you. I hope to see you during your next visit to Toms River. Feel free to contact me @ 732 244-1000 if you have any questions or suggestions.

Thank you

Jawad Benmakhlouf
General Manager
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mohegan lake ny
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Not bad for a quick stay.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012
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Was in town to catch a local band. Hotel was clean, staff was friendly, and the price was great. Only negative would be the walls a little thin.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 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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Brooklyn, New York
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147 reviews 147 reviews
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115 helpful votes 115 helpful votes
“poor to average”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012

needs to redo a lot of things....rooms are dingy..... only plus is that it is close to seaside and other attractions

  • Stayed June 2011, travelled with friends
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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“Worst Place We've EVER Stayed ---Bar NONE!!!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2011

This place SUCKS!!! We were here on a business trip and upon checkin, we were assigned room 137. The tub was so dirty, I wanted to throw up. Cabinets were falling apart and about to fall off the wall. Everything was stained and nasty. The carpet was sick! We made them change our room and they put us up in 229, which was not quite as bad but was still nasty. The reputation around town is unbelievable. Everytime we mentioned where we were staying, people would say, OMG, that place is full of hookers, and they were right! One morning we got up and went outside our room and there were lamp shades and stuff from the room next door that had been puked all over. I cannot even believe that Wyndam would put there name on this dump. They have section 8 people that LIVE in this hotel, and it's a known fact around town. What the heck??? The staff is so dilusional....they think they have a high end hotel here...truth is, it's one step shy of a ROACH COACH!!! I'm not kidding. See for yourself! I have attached a few pics for your enjoyment!

Room Tip: Stay clear....we moved right down the road maybe 1/4 mile to the Holiday Inn.....much, much nicer!!!
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  • Stayed December 2011, travelled on business
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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hojotogonj, Owner at Howard Johnson of Toms River, responded to this review
12 December 2011
Dear Mr. Pocket,

We are extremely disappointed that your three day stay with us did not meet your satisfaction.

Your reservation was booked through Priceline, for a room with one queen sized bed. Upon your continued persistence, we upgraded you to a room with two beds, at no additional charge. It was only when you demanded to stay the fourth night at an even more reduced rate, and it was declined by our desk manager, did you decide to stay elsewhere.

At Howard Johnson, we continue to strive to improve customer service, and to improve our facility. As demanding as some of our guests may be, we make every attempt to accommodate them. In your case, we found your request unreasonable after already accommodating your numerous previous requests, and demands.

We hope you your next stay, wherever it may be, is a positive experience.

The Management
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Brick, New Jersey
1 review
“21st birthday”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2011

last weekend my parents booked my friends and i a room for my 21st birthday because the hotel bar has karaoke on fridays. my friends an i had a great time, the whole place is clean and the staff was really helpful. we are planning another weekend trip soon!

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 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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Address: 955 Hooper Ave., Toms River, NJ 08753
Price range (per night):* INR4,082 - 9,506

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