Econo Lodge

Hotels
Choice Hotels International
6.6 (100 reviews)
2306 East Main Street, Building B, Albert Lea, Minnesota, 56007 , Albert Lea , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Meeting rooms
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Continental breakfast
Designated smoking area
Picnic area
ATM/banking
Television in common areas
Free breakfast
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Affordable prices
Good location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Overall dirtiness
Poor maintenance
Outdated facilities
Unprofessional service
Lack of amenities
Poor value for money
Unpleasant odors
Reservation issues

Categories

Cleanliness
2.1
Consistent mentions of dirtiness, including smelly rooms and unacceptable levels of hygiene, led to a very low rating.
Service
4
While some guests found the staff friendly, there were numerous complaints about professionalism and reservation handling.
Location
6
Despite positive comments about the location, negative aspects of the surroundings detracted from the overall satisfaction.
Room Quality
2.5
Numerous guests reported issues with room maintenance, outdated decor, and malfunctioning amenities leading to a low score.
Amenities
3
A lack of expected amenities such as breakfast and a pool, along with poor general upkeep, contributed to a below-average rating.
Value for Money
2.8
Guests consistently felt the service and quality they received did not match the price, indicating poor value for money.
Food and Beverage
2.2
Complaints about limited breakfast options and poor dining conditions heavily influenced the low rating in this category.
Overall Experience
2.7
The overwhelming number of negative comments suggests a largely dissatisfying overall experience for guests at this hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2024-10-30 22:58

Property Description

Convenient Amenities: Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access, a TV in a common area, and a picnic area. The hotel also offers a banquet hall and a vending machine.

Dining Options: Indulge in a satisfying meal at Main Street Family Restau and start your day with a complimentary continental breakfast.

Featured Amenities: Benefit from a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self-parking is available onsite.

Book now to experience the comfort and convenience of Econo Lodge in Albert Lea, with easy access to local attractions.

Important information:

  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • General

    Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

  • General

    Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

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Location

Guest Reviews

6.6
Based on 100 reviews
Cleanliness: 2.1
Service: 4
Location: 6
Room Quality: 2.5
Amenities: 3
Value for Money: 2.8
Food and Beverage: 2.2
Overall Experience: 2.7
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NORMA
10
Pros:

Close to US 40, drive up to door

2024-12-06 via Nuitee
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STEPHEN
10
Pros:

Older buildings with lots of wear and tear. The internet wasn’t working the night I stayed. The price though was significantly lower than other places in the area

2024-10-15 via Nuitee
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Cynthia partner
2
Pros:

They did not receive our reservation before they gave it away. The room was very poor quality: old bed, furniture, smelled poorly. The staff person was not trained and was doing her best given the situation.

2024-10-13 via Nuitee
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Molly
4
You get what you pay for
Pros:

The wifi did not work the entire time. Dated and in poor condition. No badge entry on exterior doors so anyone can walk in. Entryway had a pervasive odor. Stayed two nights and did not have hot water one morning. No visible bed bugs and the sheets seemed clean.

2024-10-12 via Nuitee
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Timothy
10
Pros:

Loved the stay

2024-10-12 via Nuitee
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Robert family
4
Pros:

Avoid this place like the plague. It is awful and could benefit from the services of a wrecking ball. Despite the ads on Expedia there was no wifi (they were “working on it”) and no hot water (they were trying to find a part but the stores were closed!). I call BA on both of those. No offers of reduced rates or refund, nor an attempt to offer a room at another property. The breakfast was some old looking bread and English muffins with peanut butter or jam. That was it.

The toilet hasn’t seen a cleaning brush in years. There were curly hairs in the bathtub. Kinda glad that there wasn’t any hot water…

Save your money. But a blanket and sleep in your car.

2024-10-10 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
6
Dated but sufficient.
Pros:

Exterior of hotel was in very poor condition. No security on exterior doors with locks removed or taped over. Interior appeared very clean but dated. Staff was very friendly and welcoming!

2024-10-06 via Nuitee
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Yoko partner
4
Pros:

The staff was friendly when we checked in. The toilet tank flush buttons were not working properly. The bath tub drain was clogged and water was sitting in the tub after a shower for long time. I pointed out the issue at our checkout to the front desk staff.

2024-10-01 via Nuitee
K
Kathleen
4
Pros:

Dirty, unsafe doors open from outside in with no security codes or anything. Water issues extreme laundry hot or extremely cold.

2024-09-29 via Nuitee
D
David
8
Pros:

Property is a bit dated but suited my purpose just fine . For an overnight stay this worked perfectly

2024-09-27 via Nuitee
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Oleksandr family
6
Pros:

Nothing outstanding.

2024-09-26 via Nuitee
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Timothy
6
Pros:

This hotel is fine for a quick overnight for the budget minded traveler. Overall the property seemed quite run-down particularly the outside. The room seemed clean and the beds were comfortable. The breakfast was very minimal with very few items. The staff were friendly and helpful.

2024-09-26 via Nuitee
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Tony partner
2
Pros:

Our check in was fine. The accommodations were not. Our room was at the end of the hall. There were cigarette butts and a plastic knife in the hall outside. The room next to us had the lockset pried off. We had one, but the door had been attempted prior with the pry marks to show. Our non smoking room had ash and cob webs on the furniture and floor. The ice Machine was not working and propped against the wall at the entry. Christine moved us to a different room that smelled better, but pry marks and a neighbor door that had its lock set pried off were the same as the one we left. We did not feel safe. The carpet was worn and needed cleaning. We went out to eat and backed the car up against the bushes on return to help protect what was still in the vehicle. While our car had not been tampered with in the morning, the car parked across from us had two tires slashed and a window smashed. The accommodations resembled a flop house. With the deficits of this location and the ick factor, I would remove it from your offerings. The back building is the Econlodge and I connects to a nicely appointed Quality inn.

2024-09-16 via Nuitee
C
Carrie
2
Pros:

Tv wouldn’t work, someone tried my door at two am. It was dirty and dingy

2024-09-10 via Nuitee
A
Amanda
2
Pros:

I booked this lodge for a 2 night stay. I didn’t even stay on site for more than 3 minutes. This place is FILTHY. From the check in area, to the foyer of the area of the lodge you’re staying in, to the room itself. The bathroom had hair all over it. Several again on both sets of bed sheets. Gritty carpet. I felt EXTREMELY unsafe. I looked in the hotel room and cancelled my reservation and booked down the street.

2024-09-04 via Nuitee
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Cynthia partner
4
Pros:

They did not receive our reservation before they gave it away. The room was very poor quality: old bed, furniture, smelled poorly. The staff person was not trained and was doing her best given the situation.

2024-09-04 via Nuitee
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Sara
2
Stay elsewhere!
Pros:

There was a Hole the wall & a large chunk of paint pealing off the. The roof was leaking in the hallway. A Continental breakfast is not dried out bread or english muffins for you to toast or dry cereal in my opinion.

2024-09-01 via Nuitee
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Jacqueline
2
Pros:

Didn’t even make it into our room multiple hallways were pitch black with no lights on pulled up the building completely dark front desk lady was very nice hotel shares lobby with other hotel?? multiple doors had their handles ripped off or just didn’t have any at all door key didn’t work just left key cards and went and booked room across the street at another location would not recommend

2024-08-30 via Nuitee
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Tony partner
2
Pros:

Our check in was fine. The accommodations were not. Our room was at the end of the hall. There were cigarette butts and a plastic knife in the hall outside. The room next to us had the lockset pried off. We had one, but the door had been attempted prior with the pry marks to show. Our non smoking room had ash and cob webs on the furniture and floor. The ice Machine was not working and propped against the wall at the entry. Christine moved us to a different room that smelled better, but pry marks and a neighbor door that had its lock set pried off were the same as the one we left. We did not feel safe. The carpet was worn and needed cleaning. We went out to eat and backed the car up against the bushes on return to help protect what was still in the vehicle. While our car had not been tampered with in the morning, the car parked across from us had two tires slashed and a window smashed. The accommodations resembled a flop house. With the deficits of this location and the ick factor, I would remove it from your offerings. The back building is the Econlodge and I connects to a nicely appointed Quality inn.

2024-08-30 via Nuitee
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Laura partner
2
Pros:

The doors were broken didn’t shut properly, the ceiling was falling in the room . No one at the front desk to check in had to call her twice . Hookers in the hallway!

2024-08-26 via Nuitee