Howard Johnson

By Wyndham

Howard Johnson® is one of the most iconic hotel brands in America. The brand pioneered hotel franchising in 1954. Today, Howard Johnson has over 460 hotels in North America, Latin America, Asia and other international markets. In North America, the brand operates in the midscale and economy segments while internationally the brand includes midscale and upscale hotels. The Howard Johnson brand targets families and leisure travelers, providing complimentary continental "Rise and Dine®" breakfast and high-speed internet access.

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Howard Johnson hotel brand arrives on the shores of South Korea

Iconic American hotel brand Howard Johnson debuted on the shores of South Korea"s leading island destination with the opening of Howard Johnson Jeju Seogwipo Harbor. The 241-room oceanfront hotel, the first Howard Johnson in ...

Now OpenOct 2018SeogwipoKorea, Republic of

Wyndham Hotel Group Advances Growth in South Korea with 12 Hotel Signings

Wyndham Hotel Group is set to expand its presence in South Korea by more than 200 percent over the next three years thanks to the signings of 12 new property franchise agreements so far in 2015, including agreements for three Howard Johnson(r) hotels, marking the brand's entry into South Korea.

Press Release 5 Aug 2015SeoulKorea, Republic ofHotel Openings

Howard Johnson Launches Nationwide Search for Stars of 1960s' Campaign

In celebration of 60 years of hospitality, the Howard Johnson(r) hotel chain today launched a nationwide search for former employees who were once featured in the brand's 1960s' "Spotlight on You" ad campaign, all with the hope of bringing them into the orange limelight one more time.

Press Release22 Oct 2014Advertising

Wyndham Hotel Group Announces 35 Howard Johnson hotels to open in India by 2020

Wyndham Hotel Group, the world's largest hotel company with approximately 7,540 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today launched its first Howard Johnson(r) hotel in India at the IT city of Bengaluru.

Press Release14 Oct 2014BangaloreIndiaHotel Openings

Much-Anticipated Howard Johnson Brand Reinvigoration Unveiled at Wyndham Hotel Group Global Conference

Wyndham Hotel Group today unveiled early details and designs around its Reinvigoration project for Howard Johnson(r), a multi-year undertaking focused on elevating the overall guest experience by revitalizing all aspects of the brand--from property design and case goods to signature amenities and service.

Press Release11 Sep 2013Boutique & Lifestyle

Wyndham Hotel Group to Add 16 Hotels in India and Indonesia

Wyndham Hotel Group, the world's largest hotel company with over 7,170 hotels and a part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today signed deals for 16 hotels throughout India and Indonesia and announced the launch of the extended stay Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham(r) brand in India.

Press Release12 Oct 2012IndiaHotel Openings

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