Howard Johnson Phoenix Airport Parking: 2026 Guide

Howard Johnson Phoenix airport parking is a self-park hotel lot at 4120 E Van Buren St, listed 1.3 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, at about $5/day. Rates here are for a 7-day stay booked ahead and change by date. It is one of the cheapest lots near PHX, but the hotel shuttle has been suspended, so you must arrange your own ride to the terminals. That makes it a strong pick for budget travelers who plan to use a rideshare or have a drop-off arranged, but it is not the right fit for everyone.

• Rate: about $5/day, the second-cheapest lot Triply sells near PHX (after La Quinta Inn & Suites Tempe University, which also has no shuttle)
• No shuttle: Hotel shuttle service has been suspended. You must use a rideshare, taxi or other transport to reach the terminals.
• Self-park: Park in the lot at the back of the hotel. No room reservation is needed.
• Amenities: 24/7 front desk, restaurant, free Wi-Fi, wheelchair access. Full-size vans, pickup trucks and large SUVs park at no extra charge.
• Savings vs. on-airport: About 84% less per day than the Terminal 3/4 garages at $33/day, per skyharbor.com rates
• Free cancellation: Free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in

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What Is Howard Johnson Phoenix Airport Parking and How Does It Work?

Howard Johnson is a hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport that rents parking spaces in its rear lot to travelers, no hotel room required. You book the parking spot in advance through a platform like Triply, drive to the hotel, leave your car in the lot at the back of the hotel, and then make your own way to the airport.

The hotel is at 4120 E Van Buren St and is listed 1.3 miles from PHX. The property has a 24/7 front desk, so someone is always on site when you arrive or return. You do not need to go through the front desk to park, but you must display your printed reservation on the dashboard (or email the hotel your reservation and car details) or your car may be towed. Full-size vans, pickup trucks and large SUVs park at no extra charge. The lot is open to anyone booking through a third-party parking platform, so you do not need to be a hotel guest.

The key thing to understand upfront: the hotel shuttle is no longer running. You park your car, then arrange your own transportation to the airport, typically a rideshare via Uber or Lyft. Budget for two rides, one each way, and check current fares in your rideshare app, because those costs come out of your savings.

Compare PHX off-airport parking on Triply, from about $4/day (La Quinta, Tempe, no shuttle) or about $9/day with a shuttle.

How Much Does Howard Johnson Phoenix Airport Parking Cost?

Howard Johnson Phoenix airport parking costs about $5/day on Triply. That makes it the second-cheapest lot Triply sells near PHX, just above La Quinta Inn & Suites Tempe University at about $4/day, which is in Tempe, 3.9 miles out, and also has no shuttle.

For a 7-day trip, Howard Johnson parking works out to about $37 at the daily rate, compared to $112 in East Economy uncovered, $133 at the East Economy Garages or $231 at the Terminal 3 or 4 Garage, per skyharbor.com rates. Those are on-airport prices booked with the airport, not through Triply. Remember to add two rides, one each way, which narrows the gap. Because the rides are a fixed cost, a long-term PHX parking stay of 10 days or more spreads them over more days.

How Do You Get from Howard Johnson Parking to PHX Terminals?

With the shuttle suspended, you arrange your own ride from the Howard Johnson lot to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The hotel is listed 1.3 miles from the airport, so it is a short trip by car.

• Uber or Lyft: The fastest and most flexible option. Check Uber's PHX pickup info or Lyft's PHX page for designated rideshare pickup zones at each terminal, and compare fares in the app.
• Taxi: Book one ahead of time if you prefer it to a rideshare app.
• Friend or family drop-off: If someone can take you to the airport, or pick you up on your return, this is the cleanest zero-cost option.

Once you're at the airport, the free PHX Sky Train connects Terminal 3, Terminal 4, the East Economy lots, the Rental Car Center, and both the 44th Street and 24th Street Valley Metro Rail stations. Trains run 24/7, about every 3 minutes, per the official PHX Sky Train page. If your rideshare drops you at one terminal and your airline is at the other, the Sky Train takes care of the transfer for free.

Allow extra time for the rideshare pickup and trip. Plan to leave the hotel at least 2 hours before your flight for domestic travel, or 3 hours for international. Check real-time traffic on Waze before you leave, since roads near the airport can slow down during morning rush hours.

Is Howard Johnson Phoenix Airport Parking Safe and Secure?

The Howard Johnson lot is a self-park area at the back of the hotel. The listing mentions no gate, fencing or cameras, unlike dedicated parking lots such as PreFlight Airport Parking, which is gated, well-lit and staffed 24/7. The hotel does have a 24/7 front desk, which means staff are always on site.

Here are the key things to keep in mind about security at this lot:

• No covered parking is listed for this lot, so plan on your car sitting in the open
• A 24/7 front desk means someone is always on site at the hotel
• No gate, security staff or surveillance cameras are listed for this lot
• Keep your printed reservation visible on the dashboard (or email the hotel your reservation and car details), or your car may be towed
• Phoenix summer heat (June to September) is intense. Interior temperatures in a parked car can spike dangerously high, so use a windshield sunshade in summer.
• Wheelchair access is available, per the hotel's listed amenities

If covered parking or a garage is a priority for you, especially for multi-week trips during Arizona summer, consider Crowne Plaza at about $11/day (garage parking, rooftop possible at busy times; free 24/7 shuttle; 7 ft maximum height) or PreFlight Airport Parking at about $14/day (covered and uncovered spaces on site; free 24/7 shuttle). The PHX cheap parking guide covers the full trade-off between price and covered options.

How Does Howard Johnson Parking Compare to Other PHX Off-Airport Hotel Lots?

Howard Johnson is one of several hotel-based parking options near PHX. The table below compares the hotel lots Triply sells near the airport.

The Howard Johnson lot is the cheapest hotel parking option near PHX. But the other three hotel lots have a shuttle, and for early morning or late-night flights that matters. Crowne Plaza stands out because its free shuttle runs 24/7 and it has a garage, though you may be sent to the rooftop at busy times, and vehicles must be 7 ft or under. For a shuttle at the lowest cost, the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Phoenix and Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport North are about $9/day. Holiday Inn's shuttle is free and runs 4 AM to midnight. DoubleTree's runs 4 AM to 11 PM, with no shuttle from 11 PM to 4 AM.

If you're planning a longer trip and want to compare economy PHX Airport lots alongside hotel options, the Phoenix airport parking economy guide breaks down on-airport economy rates and how they stack up against off-site alternatives.

How Do You Book Howard Johnson Phoenix Airport Parking?

Booking is straightforward and takes about 2 minutes. Here's the step-by-step process:

1. Go to Triply: Visit triplypro.com/search?airport=PHX and enter your travel dates.
2. Find the Howard Johnson lot: Select Howard Johnson from the results. Confirm the rate and amenities shown match your needs.
3. Complete your booking: Enter your vehicle details and payment information. You'll receive a confirmation by email.
4. On arrival: Drive to Howard Johnson at 4120 E Van Buren St and park in the lot at the back of the hotel. You don't need to go through the front desk, but put your printed reservation on the dashboard (or email the hotel your reservation and car details) or your car may be towed.
5. Arrange your airport transfer: Request your Uber or Lyft before you leave the lot. Leave enough buffer time to reach your terminal before security.
6. On return: Get a ride back to the hotel and retrieve your vehicle from the lot.

Reservations booked through Triply include free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in, so you can lock in the rate now and cancel if your plans change. If you're also looking for discount codes or booking tips, the Phoenix airport parking coupon guide covers active deals and promo strategies for PHX lots.

Before your trip, review TSA security screening guidelines to know what to expect at the checkpoint. If you fly regularly, TSA PreCheck can cut your security wait time significantly at PHX — worth it if you're not already enrolled.

Is Howard Johnson Phoenix Airport Parking Worth It in 2026?

Howard Johnson Phoenix airport parking is worth it for a specific type of traveler: someone planning a multi-day or longer trip, comfortable arranging their own rideshare, and not traveling during peak summer heat, when a lot with no listed covered parking becomes a real concern for their vehicle.

At about $5/day, it costs about 84% less than the Terminal 3 or 4 on-airport garages at $33/day, per skyharbor.com parking rates. For a 5-day trip, that's about $26 versus $165, a difference of roughly $139, before you add the cost of two rides.

The lot is not ideal for travelers with very early or late departures who want a shuttle, those parking in June through September without a sunshade, or anyone who wants the peace of mind of a gated, staffed facility. In those cases, paying a few dollars more per day for a shuttle lot like Crowne Plaza or PreFlight makes more practical sense.

The bottom line: Howard Johnson Phoenix airport parking is the right call when price is the top priority and you're prepared for the no-shuttle reality. On longer trips the daily savings add up, though the cost of two rides comes out of them.

Find the best PHX off-airport parking for your trip: compare all seven lots from about $4/day on Triply.