Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lima
"A 4.3-rated family-friendly value hotel with an indoor pool and game room near I-75."
About The Hotel
The Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lima is one of northwest Ohio’s most-reviewed value hotels, with nearly 890 reviews and a 4.3-star rating. Located on Roschman Avenue near the I-75 corridor, it’s a family-friendly base that delivers on affordability and amenities without pretense. The indoor pool, game room, and billiards keep kids entertained; the free breakfast and parking keep costs down; and the warm, helpful staff set a welcoming tone. This is a pool-and-game-room hotel, not an in-room jacuzzi property — it appeals to families and budget-conscious road-trippers who want clean rooms, friendly service, and reliable value.
What Guests Are Saying
“This hotel was clean, open, airy, very nice and looked like it was updated. The staff was sure friendly, no matter what time we approached them! Our room was super clean and neat. We were about 15 minutes from the wedding venue , but the route wasn’t bad at all! We ventured off to take a peek at the High School; went to nearby Sam’s to pick up lunch (pizza’s) for our big crowd before going to the wedding, which didn’t start until 4:30. We ate in our kids adjoining room, had our own drinks. It was fun!! The noise level was nothing to complain about…there was no noise actually. The pool was very nice, the sauna was an added bonus. The breakfast was good with the workers constantly making sure it was cleaned up (there were a lot of kids in that area.) It was fun to play ping pong and when the little kids came, they had a nice little play area. Before we left Sunday, we went to nearby Chipotle for lunch before departing and going our separate ways. We would recommend this hotel and anyone going this area. It was a great value.” — Nancy G., 5 stars
“I stayed at the HoJo for 4 months and never had a bad experience, the entire staff is very kind and caring. Tonya and Jeff are awesome, and interacted with me daily making sure I was happy and content while being a extended vistor.Excellent all around, I have a wheelchair and they exceeded my expectations” — Laura R., 5 stars
“Very easy to check in online, the staff was Very friendly and helpful. Clean rooms . The hotel pool area , play area, game room, lounge and breakfast area was clean as well.” — Tammy H., 5 stars
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Family-friendly with pool, game room, and playroom for kids
- Budget-friendly rates ($80–$99/night) with free breakfast, parking, and WiFi
- One of the most-reviewed value hotels in the region (890+ reviews, 4.3 stars)
- Convenient location near downtown Lima and I-75 for road trips and local exploration
- Warm, helpful staff known for going above and beyond (especially praised for extended stays)
Cons:
- A pool-and-game-room hotel, not an in-room jacuzzi property — if private whirlpools are a priority, see nearby Wapakoneta or Perrysburg
- A value-tier hotel in a commercial corridor — no scenic views or luxury amenities
- Amenity quality varies by room type — set value-tier expectations for decor and furnishings
The Location
1920 Roschman Ave, Lima, OH 45804 — on Roschman Avenue near the I-75 corridor, 5–10 minutes from downtown Lima, convenient to I-75 for day trips and onward travel. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.
Guest reviews
What guests are saying about Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lima.
"I travel a lot and this was by far one the best hotels. All the staff we're so kind & friendly. Very clean. The pool water was nice and warm. Great location to stores and gas stations. They didn't even charge me for a later check out. I'll definitely be staying here again. I loved how they had an arcade and games for adults too. Only tiny complaint, the elevator seemed like it was going to break down but luckily it didn't."
— Shanna
View on Google"I’m not sure if Ohio in general doesn’t have the policy to inform guests about the hotel they are staying in but when I checked in nothing was said to me about breakfast, where it was or what time, where the elevators are, where we should park, etc. We had to ask another guest about the details. The second night we stayed the guests (adults and kids) were so loud that we could hear them in our room through the glass doors, and kids were running all on top of the planters in the atrium. This lasted until about 11pm and then started back up at 7am. Other than those things, our stay was great! Loved the pool, sauna, and indoor balcony. Beds were comfy and our room was a decent size. We had a 2 double bed room pool facing interior. I wouldn’t stay here again! Oh, and last but least, the restaurant is amazing!! Great food and fabulous prices!"
— Heather Norton
View on Google"Diamond in the rough. Unexpected fantastic hotel in Lima. We see family once a year and stay here because its the best situation for the kids. Pool, game room, vibrant indoor area with indoor balconys overlooking everything. The staff was very polite. Walkable from the hotel is Applebee's and Cracker Barrel. Also a Tesla Supercharger. We will continue staying here for years to come, especially as our kids grow older."
— Ford Palmer
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