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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hinton

2.0 star property
Mountain retreat where natural beauty meets attentive service, with a peaceful terrace for relaxation and vending machines for quick essentials

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Tara Vista Inn provides a peaceful mountain getaway with a welcoming terrace and reliable in-room WiFi. The helpful staff assists with local tour arrangements and tickets while offering convenient luggage storage to enhance the stay experience.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Hinton, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hinton is in the mountains. William A. Switzer Provincial Park and Wildhorse Lake Provincial Recreation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include AirPlay Trampoline Park & Escape Rooms and Old Entrance Trailrides. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dr. Duncan Murray Recreation Centre or Yellowhead Raceway. Visit our Hinton travel guide
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425 Gregg Ave, Hinton, AB, T7V 1N1

What's nearby

  • Hinton Visitor Information Center
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hinton General Hospital
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Alberta Forestry Service Museum
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Beaver Boardwalk
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hinton Bike Park
    2 min drive - 1.7 km

Restaurants

  • Rojo Marrón Mexican restaurant & café
    6 min drive
  • Starbucks
    12 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    8 min walk
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • A&W Restaurant
    9 min walk

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hinton

Motel in the mountains
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hinton provides amenities, such as free continental breakfast and a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a vending machine and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hinton offer perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping fee: CAD 20 per night; may vary based on length of stay and unit size

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Tara Vista Hinton
Tara Vista Inn
Tara Vista Inn Hinton
Tara Vista Inn Hinton, Alberta
Alberta
Tara Vista Inn Motel
Tara Vista Inn Hinton
Tara Vista Inn Motel Hinton

Frequently asked questions

Is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hinton pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hinton?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hinton?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hinton?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hinton located?

Situated in the mountains, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Hinton Visitor Information Center and Hinton General Hospital. Alberta Forestry Service Museum and Hinton Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hinton Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 244 out of 765 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 765 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 765 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 765 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 765 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with comfortable beds. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick, easy, and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jainish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, easy checkin process, amazing breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff was friendly and the parking lot was clean. Breakfast was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was very nice, ans the rooms arw newly updated. We did have to ware a face mask to sleep due to the curtains not blocking any light but we liked it and will return.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

rushi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good and affordable property to live stayed 3 days got daily breakfast , room service and other good things
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This an older motel, but nicely updated. Very clean rooms and friendly staff. I highly recommend this facility at these rates.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was a comfortable enough place for a quick stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older motel but rooms have been renovated. Clean and comfortable beds. Would use this motel again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great, so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelsey

Liked: Staff & service
Outdated, clean enough. Friendly staff and a complimentary breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly and very hospitable. The room was very clean and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed there twice on this journey. Good accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast. We don't normally eat breakfast but we really enjoyed it here. The staff was super nice and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

vikram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, very clean rooms and washroom, very conveniently located
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, good waffles and tea at breakfast. Small lot with big trucks taking up two spots.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Romielyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and very nice staff. Price is fair.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall good Outside and some areas inside are tires but clean Very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Boguslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed and room - ok. Breakfast - more than I could eat, Staff - very friendly...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was super clean; parking lot was a little tight. We didn’t have a cleaner in our room for two days and almost ran out of toilet paper. The check in was easy; person was friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

LIBO

Liked: Staff & service
People are nice and good price for
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good price for one night stay. For the amenities are good for two but we are three.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Rooms renovated and nice. Very reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025