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2.0 of 5
2150 Rose Street, La Crosse, WI 54603 (Formerly Exel Inn)
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Ranked #8 of 17 hotels in La Crosse
3.5 of 5 stars 40 Reviews
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Hortonville, Wisconsin
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Smelling clean!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2011
2
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Recently my husband and I stayed with our 2 kids. I was greeted by a very friendly cleaning crew. My room was spotless. I stayed there for a week and my husband and I always came to a clean, aired out room, the sheets were crisp and clean. The breakfast was hot and plenty of it. We were in need of extra towels and I forgot my deoderent and Mary was more than happy to get me one. I would recommend this place to any parent, quiet, clean and a kid friendly enviroment. Upper mangement, should concinder a pool!!! Also, the rollawys were new and very comfy for the 3 year old!! Heres to Mary the cleaning lady for our spotless room, Go Mary!!! We will be back soon and requesting your professionalism.

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Wesley Chapel, Florida
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
“Ok for a one night stay..not longer!”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 September 2011
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This Howard Johnson is ok for a night stop over, but not anymore for me. The room is small, no refrig/microwave, and since we live on the road, thats essential for us. Like I said ok for a one night stop over. The rate I paid $ 84.00 for a one double bed, I thought that was pretty high for this very simple, basic room. Room did appear clean, and I checked everything, it is dated a little but didnt really fine no issues with the workings of everything. The front desk staff were very helpful and pleasant! Would I stay here again, probably not due to the actually size of room and layout.

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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled on business
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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H0J0GM, General Manager at Howard Johnson La Crosse, responded to this review
25 October 2011
Thank you for the compliments of clean rooms and friendly staff. The Howard Johnson La Crosse staff loves to hear those words, as this is what they strive to achieve every day!

Motel rates are based on room availability. As less rooms are available the rate goes up. Perhaps you stayed with us on a busy evening. If you are ever in the area again and are able to call ahead, we do offer special corporate and commercial trucker rates, etc. as long as we are aware. Advance reservation will also increase the chances us being to accomodate your need for a microfridge, as 80% of our rooms have them.

We greatly appreciate your feedback and would be happy to better accomodate your needs in the future!

General Manager


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Frederick, Maryland
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Best Hotel in La Crosse, WI”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2011
3
people found this review helpful

I stayed in this hotel for 9 weeks and I was extremly happy with the Hotel, the price, the service. I travel alot and stay in another hotel a block away and the place was more expensive but in was not as nice as the Howard Johnson Lacrosse Wi.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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H0J0GM, Front Office Manager at Howard Johnson La Crosse, responded to this review
25 October 2011
On behalf of our entire staff here at the Howard Johnson La Crosse, we thank you for your stay and positive words! We are extremely pleased you were happy with your stay, as well as our staff! Our friendly front desk staff are always here to help and readily available with information and input- from local dining to scenery- and we hope when you return to the area you will allow us to accommodate you again!
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Austin, Minnesota
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Decent motel for the money”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 August 2011
2
people found this review helpful

I stayed here with my two teenage daughters for a weekend leisure trip. I was pleasantly surprised by the amenities provided by this budget motel. Nice soaps/shampoo, coffee in the room, and the TP and tissues were good quality. This place wasn't sparkling clean or updated, but it's comfortable and surprisingly quiet. In fact, quieter than many mid-level hotels we've stayed. The front desk staff was very polite, and offered that if we found that we'd forgotten to bring any toiletries, we should call them, as they have replacements available. USA Today available in the lobby. We didn't sit down to eat breakfast in the morning, but were able to grab a wrapped muffin in the lobby at check out. More than enough!

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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H0J0GM, Guest Relations Manager at Howard Johnson La Crosse, responded to this review
10 August 2011
We are glad that you and your lovely family enjoyed your stay here in La Crosse and we are honored that you chose to stay with us. Do come again and if you ever need an activity to do in while in La Crosse, one of our friendly concierge desk staff would be more than happy to set you up. Thanks!

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Rochester, Minnesota
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Very basic hotel room”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 August 2011
1
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My husand and I stayed here after a concert. It was a Priceline bid so I guess we got what we paid for this time. Very small and basic room, had one double sized bed, I would at least expect a queen! The room was OK, definately could see the age in some of the furniture, flooring, A/C unit etc. The plus, the room did have a microwave and fridge. Otherwise nothing spectacular.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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H0J0GM, Guest Relations Manager at Howard Johnson La Crosse, responded to this review
11 August 2011
"Thank you so much for staying with us at Howard Johnson, La Crosse!
Priceline is a great website to find lodging and other accommodations. I highly recommend verifying your reservation with the property after booking online, in case room upgrades are desired - our staff loves to please the guests! As I write this, measurements are being taken to resolve the carpeting issue that guests have commented about. Its voices like yours that help us get things done, and I cannot thank everyone enough for the candid blogs."

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Address: 2150 Rose Street, La Crosse, WI 54603 (Formerly Exel Inn)
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