Howard Johnson Suites by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista/BayFt is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy horseback riding, ecotours, and mountain biking nearby or stay connected with in-room WiFi. Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and stock up on essentials at the grocery/convenience store.
Living Coast Discovery Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
San Diego Bay - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Chula Vista Bayside Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Safe Harbor Bayfront Marina - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 18 min drive
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 21 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 28 min drive
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 35 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 17 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 18 min drive
Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station - 4 min walk
H St Trolley Station - 23 min walk
Restaurants
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 4 min drive
Tacos El Gordo - 2 min drive
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - 3 min drive
Circle K - 12 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min walk
About this property
Howard Johnson Suites by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista/BayFt
When you stay at Howard Johnson Suites by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista/BayFt, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite horse riding/rentals and mountain biking. This Art Deco hotel is also within a short drive of Balboa Park and Seaport Village. Public transportation is close by: Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station is just 4 minutes by foot.
At a glance
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Hotel size
85 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Free offsite parking nearby
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol served onsite
Property amenities
What to do
Ecotours
Mountain biking
Horse riding/rentals
Scooter/moped rentals
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Segway rentals/tours nearby
Skydiving nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Multilingual staff
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch LED TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop mattress
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 1 2025 to December 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
Breakfast
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).
Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This hotel will place an authorization for the entire stay at 2 PM on the day of arrival for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking. If the card is declined, the hotel reserves the right to cancel the reservation.
Also known as
Traveler Inn San Diego South Bay
Traveler San Diego South Bay
Howard Johnson Inn San Diego Area/Chula Vista
Howard Johnson Inn San Diego Area/Chula
Howard Johnson San Diego Area/Chula Vista
Howard Johnson San Diego Area/Chula
Travelers Hotel Chula Vista
Travel Lodge Chula Vista
Howard Johnson Inn San Diego Area Chula Vista
Howard Johnson San Diego Area Chula Vista
Howard Johnson Suite Hotel by Wyndham Chula Vista/San Diego
Frequently asked questions
Does Howard Johnson Suites by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista/BayFt offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Howard Johnson Suites by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista/BayFt does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Howard Johnson Suites by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista/BayFt?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Howard Johnson Suites by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista/BayFt?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Howard Johnson Suites by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista/BayFt?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Howard Johnson Suites by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista/BayFt?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Caliente Racetrack Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Howard Johnson Suites by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista/BayFt and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding and mountain biking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours and hunting.
What's the area around Howard Johnson Suites by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista/BayFt like?
Howard Johnson Suites by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista/BayFt is in the heart of Chula Vista, a short 4-minute walk from Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station and 17 minutes' walk from San Diego Bay.
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Reviews
Howard Johnson Suites by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista/BayFt Reviews
6.8
Good
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7.0
Cleanliness
6.6
Location
7.2
Staff & service
6.4
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
6/10 Good
Dec 1, 2025
Enjoyed my stay overall not a bad place to stay if you’re in a pinch financially. Only issues I had were the scrapes and damages on the walls. Also looks like the doors aren’t cleaned very often or very well. Not a great area but not the worst. Staff was very helpful and kind.
David
David, 4-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 21, 2025
It was ok
When I checked in the gentleman that helped me was great. He deserves a raise for his service. The house keeping staff was awful. I asked for trash to be taken out and she did not sweep the floor or give towels or a blanket for the extra bed. And the shower has no pressure. Outside of that it was a great stay
Grizelda
Grizelda, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 20, 2024
Cool place to stay
Dwanye
Dwanye, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
Great stay for comic con close to train
Eddie
Eddie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2024
I would suggest this place to anybody and everyone visiting Chula Vista. Best place for sure !
Arsen
Arsen, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2024
Our stay at the Johnson hotel was pleasant thank you Mike and the owner for helping with a nice room to stay in for one night
Donald
Donald, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2024
Stay was good. Friendly staff
Breeze
Breeze, 3-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Sep 17, 2025
Go to a better one
WiFi restarts every Monday, they only clean Sunday and Monday, you have to request for more towels they only give you to for my 5 day stay.
marcos
marcos, 4-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Nov 14, 2025
We seen a couple of roaches and some of the lights didn’t work
Pierre
Pierre, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 4, 2024
Near Cross Border Express
Giselle Mayte
Giselle Mayte, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2025
I enjoyed it
Obiora
Obiora, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 10, 2024
Loved it
norma
norma, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2024
Awesome
Jayson
Jayson, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2024
Nice and respectful
Antonio
Antonio, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Oct 24, 2025
Definitely not as advertised. All rooms were non-smoking but the staff smoked 5 feet from our door and our room smelled the whole time from smoke and marijuana. The neighborhood was very sketchy. They had a gate around the property which helped ease our anxiety but the exit gate was chained up so we had to back up the whole distance around the hotel. They also advertised breakfast. They have nothing.
Tammy
Tammy, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2025
Good
Neil
Neil, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 17, 2022
Nice & Clean
Only thing, it needs a accessibility for people in wheelchairs. Other than that, it was nice.
Gaynor
Gaynor, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2024
This was, THE BEST HOTEL IN CHULA VISTA that I ever stayed at, and I've stayed at many. Their staff is very welcoming, the rooms are so clean and beautifully set up. You really get the most out of your money staying here, I mean it's a studio with a kitchen . It really is your home away from home. If anyone is curious about staying here, DO IT. YOULL END UP EXTENDEDING I PROMISE 😉
Arsen
Verified
2/10 Poor
Feb 17, 2025
I pull up to the hotel and I see a scary looking drugie i immediately left
Antonio
Antonio, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2024
It was clean they didn’t have breakfast and ice machine was out of service
Abner
Abner, 2-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jan 19, 2025
Unsafe and unclean
Horrible- Unsafe- infested with ROACHES!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Feb 18, 2024
They have Roaches
Harold
Harold, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Jun 16, 2024
Stayed with my family and it did not look like the pictures, the room was not clean, couch was dirty, there was a horrible smell
I’m room and outside there was shady people walking around, I didnt feel safe at all.
Daniela
Daniela, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 26, 2025
Light failure due to no standby generator
Obiora
Obiora, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jun 10, 2024
Pool was closed, no breakfast was provided. Property gave a last minute notification of items not being provided.Couch was dirty