Howard Johnson by Wyndham Springfield
1356 Boston Rd, Springfield, MA 01119, North Chicopee, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.4 / 5
Overview
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Springfield is a 2-star, no-frills hotel in the North Chicopee area of Springfield, set along US-20 at 1356 Boston Rd. It’s positioned for practical, drive-up convenience with complimentary parking and an easy base for exploring Springfield-area museums and attractions. The hotel holds a public rating of 3.4 based on 491 reviews.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms and suites are described as casual with neutral-toned décor. In-room basics include complimentary Wi‑Fi, cable TV, minifridges, microwaves, and tea/coffee makers. Some units add extra space with sitting areas, pull-out sofas, and/or whirlpool (jacuzzi) tubs.
Breakfast & Parking
A complimentary continental breakfast is included, and guests also receive free parking. Reviews specifically mention breakfast items such as waffles, and some guests highlight the overall value relative to the price.
On-site Facilities
Beyond the basics, the hotel offers a game room, a gym, and meeting space. Amenities are otherwise not fully documented, so travelers with specific needs may want to confirm details directly with the property.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel is about 2,016 m from the Titanic Historical Society, around 7,826 m from Springfield Armory National Historic Site, and about 8,331–8,385 m from the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden and the Michele and Donald D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts. Other nearby draws include Springfield Museums (~8,317 m), MGM Springfield (~8,711 m), the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame (~8,906 m), and Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center (~9,174 m). For theme-park trips, Six Flags New England is roughly 14,920 m away, with major coasters like Superman: The Ride (~14,761 m) and Wicked Cyclone (~14,835 m) nearby.
Best for
This property is best suited to budget-minded travelers who want straightforward lodging with key in-room conveniences like a microwave, minifridge, and Wi‑Fi, plus free continental breakfast and parking. It also works well as a road-trip base along US-20 for visits to Springfield’s museum district, MGM Springfield, and day trips to Six Flags New England.
Travel tips
If you’re planning Springfield sightseeing, many major attractions cluster around 7.8–8.9 km away (Springfield Museums, Dr. Seuss sites, MGM Springfield, and the Basketball Hall of Fame), making it practical to group them into one outing. Six Flags New England is about 14.9 km away, so consider an early start for park days. Some guests report that room placement can affect how quiet the stay feels, so it may be worth requesting a quieter location when booking or at check-in.
What guests say
Guests often highlight comfort-focused basics such as comfortable beds and soft towels, along with the convenience of in-room amenities like a coffeemaker, microwave, and refrigerator. Breakfast is a recurring positive mention, including waffles as a notable item. Several reviews frame the hotel as a good-value choice and note quiet stays in some room locations. Negative feedback includes at least one report of deposit/billing issues, suggesting that some guests have experienced problems with charges or refunds.
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