What can I expect from a motel trip to Johnstown?

Because you'll save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Johnstown. In the area, favorite places to visit include Idlewild and SoakZone.

What are motels like?

Motels often offer free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

How many motels will I be able to find in Johnstown?

Expedia has 13 inexpensive motels in Johnstown.

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Quality Inn & Suites

455 Theatre Dr., Johnstown, PA

4.1/5Very Good! (369 reviews)

"Very clean, the pool had towels and the breakfast was great. Definitely recommed staying here."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2021

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johnstown, an IHG Hotel

1440 Scalp Avenue, Johnstown, PA

4.5/5Wonderful! (186 reviews)

"Greeted with a smile, clean and comfortable room and breakfast ready in the morning! This has beans will remain my “go to” hotel in this area."

Reviewed on Sep 4, 2021

Hampton Inn Johnstown

129 Commerce Ct, Johnstown, PA

4.7/5Exceptional! (206 reviews)

"wonderful and relaxing stay, nice breakfast, would visit again."

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2021

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Johnstown Motels for the Frugal Traveler

You can select from 15 economical motels in Johnstown among the more than 86 lodging choices. When you pick one of these budget accommodations, there might not be abundant amenities like you'd find at a traditional hotel but you'll save more money to use for your vacation.

Fun fact: The word "motel" was invented in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California. Often just a story or two, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool.

Listed below are some of Expedia customers' best-rated Johnstown motels to select from:

Econo Lodge

Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

Budget Inn Breezewood

Free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay.

Travelodge by Wyndham Bedford

Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

Budget Host Inn Somerset

You'll be located within 29 minutes of Seven Springs Mountain Resort by car.
A 24-hour front desk along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay.

Super 8 by Wyndham Johnstown

Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

Things to Do in Johnstown

Take time to check out the festivals and museums in this historical area while you're sightseeing. Those visiting Johnstown have good things to say about its monuments, live music, and restaurants.

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places:

Johnstown Flood Museum
Peoples Natural Gas Park
Greenhouse Park

You'll find these family-friendly attractions in the area:

Old Bedford Village
Idlewild and SoakZone

Some historical places you might want to see include:

Heritage Discovery Center
Quecreek Mine Rescue Site
Somerset Historical Center

Johnstown is also notable for its:

Biking
Excursions
Theater

Best Time to Visit Johnstown

Determine the optimal time to visit Johnstown by looking over the seasonal weather details below:

The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and February are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 50° F and nighttime temperatures average 18° F
April-June: 77° F is the daytime average and 33° F is the nighttime average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 79° F and nighttime averages are around 45° F
October-December: The average temperatures are 63° F during the day and 19° F at night
Average rainfall is 41.14 inches in a year

How to Get to Johnstown and Around the Area

Johnstown Transportation
Name	Type	Distance
Johnstown, PA (JST-John Murtha Johnstown - Cambria County)	Airport	4.4 mi (7.1 km)
Indiana, PA (IDI-Indiana County - Jimmy Stewart)	Airport	23.3 mi (37.5 km)
Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional)	Airport	25.9 mi (41.7 km)
Johnstown Station	Train Station	0.3 mi (0.5 km)

Frequently asked questions

Here you’ll find some of Expedia customers’ favorite motels to book in the larger area. Super 8 by Wyndham Johnstown: Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Econo Lodge Somerset I-70 I-76: A business center along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Central Johnstown is 23 mi (37 km) away. Log Cabin Lodge & Suites: Enjoy access to the free WiFi and free parking, as well as room amenities like a microwave. Located 28 mi (45.1 km) from the heart of Johnstown. Wye Motor Lodge: Central Johnstown is 27.3 mi (44 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Dollar Inn: 22.7 mi (36.5 km) from the heart of Johnstown. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Check out the festivals or simply enjoy the restaurants in this historical area while you’re sightseeing. People who’ve visited Johnstown have good things to say about its monuments, museums, and live music. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Johnstown Flood Museum, Peoples Natural Gas Park, and Greenhouse Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Cambria County War Memorial Arena, Point Stadium, and Heritage Discovery Center.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we’ve gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Johnstown to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 65°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 29°F. The snowiest months in Johnstown are December, February, January, and April, with each month seeing an average of 13 inches of snowfall.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Johnstown to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County), which is located 31.4 mi (50.5 km) away from the heart of the city. You can also search for flights into Johnstown, PA (JST-John Murtha Johnstown - Cambria County), which is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Johnstown Station.

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