Econo Lodge Brainerd

Hotels
Choice Hotels International
7.4 (75 reviews)
2115 S 6th St, Building B, Brainerd, Minnesota, 56401 , Brainerd , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
ATM/banking
Golfing nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Cross-country skiing nearby
Television in common areas
Arcade/game room
Free breakfast
Express check-out
Snowboarding nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Some friendly staff
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Pest issues
Lack of basic amenities
No staff at check-in
Old and dated facilities
Overpriced

Categories

Cleanliness
2.8
Numerous reviews reported negative experiences with cleanliness, including pests and dirty rooms.
Service
5.5
Service experiences were mixed, with reports of friendly staff but also incidents with no staff available and lack of amenities.
Location
7.8
Location was frequently praised as convenient and close to desired areas, a highlight among guests.
Room Quality
3.2
Guests were dissatisfied with room issues such as malfunctioning ACs, lack of coffee makers, and humid conditions.
Amenities
4.5
Some guests were happy with the breakfast selection, but the lack of a working AC and other basic amenities was a concern.
Value for Money
4
Mixed feelings about the cost given the service and quality provided; some considered it too high.
Food and Beverage
5
Breakfast was appreciated by some, but others felt the quality and variety could improve.
Overall Experience
4.3
Guests had varying experiences, some found their stay acceptable, while others were very dissatisfied.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2024-10-30 22:50

Property Description

Recreational Opportunities
Enjoy the outdoor tennis court and fitness center, or unwind in the arcade/game room.

Complimentary Amenities
Start your day right with a free on-the-go breakfast and stay connected with free Wi-Fi.

Convenient Location
Situated near popular attractions like Buffalo Hills Park and the Mississippi River.

Come and experience a comfortable stay at Econo Lodge, where convenience meets leisure. Explore the city and make the most of your trip - book now!

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
  • Alcohol is not served at this property.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BRD

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

    Gloves are available to guests

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 75 reviews
Cleanliness: 2.8
Service: 5.5
Location: 7.8
Room Quality: 3.2
Amenities: 4.5
Value for Money: 4
Food and Beverage: 5
Overall Experience: 4.3
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Sharee family
6
Pros:

the heater did not work. he got it on but would not turn off.

2024-11-18 via Nuitee
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Steven
6
Pros:

Outside area had weeds all over. Looked like the place was abandoned. Econ and quality Inn are together in the same building. Curtain in your roo. Was torn about two feet.

2024-09-15 via Nuitee
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Wei
2
Pros:

Dirty bath tub, yellow stain in it!!! No toiletries were provided!!! Very little selection of breakfast! Will never book again!

2024-09-12 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
6
Pros:

The breakfast was terrible, cold and congealed. The property had trash everywhere. There were roaches in the bathtub.

It is an inexpensive hotel but I would not stay again.

2024-08-29 via Nuitee
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LaVonne family
8
Pros:

I really liked having two chairs in the room. I did not like that refrigerator was barely cool.

2024-08-19 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
2
Do not stay here if you have standards of a hotel
Pros:

We stayed one night. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone there were cigarette burns in our sheets ,people that obviously live there, it is very dingy and out of date there was a quality inn and suites connected, which looked like it was a little bit better condition. For spending $145 I would’ve expected more. I was close to going back and asking for our money back before we even unpacked our bags.

2024-08-05 via Nuitee
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Linda partner
10
Pros:

Very modern and clean. Friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast.

2024-08-04 via Nuitee
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Brian family
10
Pros:

Quick and easy

2024-08-04 via Nuitee
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Andy family_with_children
6
Pros:

We booked a room at EconoLodge and got a free upgrade to a room at the QualityInn, the nicer rooms in the same building, which was great for our family stay. Staff and service was excellent. The building itself is aged and needs better ventilation for the rooms, hallways, and breakfast area. Nice and quiet location with lots of parking.

2024-07-27 via Nuitee
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Kristy
6
Pros:

Run down building. Needs a refresh. Countertop in bathroom peeling. Bed was so-so. Floor was not properly vacuumed. Bed was clean, however. Kind of icky.

2024-07-21 via Nuitee
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Jamie family
4
Pros:

It is an older hotel and you get what you pay for but our bathroom was dirty and the shower drain was very very slow and toilet as well. AC was ok but could be a little stronger.
Breakfast was ok but limited on choice by the time we got down to it.

2024-07-21 via Nuitee
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Steve partner
8
Pros:

No pool. Breakfast was lacking anything healthy. Coffee was terrible. Staff were friendly and rooms were mostly ok.

2024-07-15 via Nuitee
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Brittany partner
6
Pros:

Property was okay. In our room specifically there were lightbulbs burnt out and one that flickered. Only 1 main light and the bathroom light worked well. Hallways were decent but were noticeably dirty in some spots and room was okay but could be better maintained.. Could have been better.

2024-07-14 via Nuitee
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Jessie partner
2
Pros:

It was a very dirty hotel. People were living there fully. Cutting peoples hair o it side the building in front of the rooms. A guy was yelling at the front desk for his room but seemed like he was on something. Didn’t seem fully there. Very unsafe and dirty.

2024-07-08 via Nuitee
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Michael
2
Pros:

This was the dirtiest stinkiest hotel room I have ever stayed in. All the floors look like they hadn’t been cleaned in years. Everything was sticky greasy filthy dirty. Everything was extremely old worn out holes in the furniture. One of the beds had crumbs under the bedspread on top of the sheets Parking lot was overgrown with weeds. The door look like it was gonna fall off. The hinges whole property was totally rundown. This hotel should be demolished.

2024-06-23 via Nuitee
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Niki partner
10
Pros:

The manager was wonderful and very helpful. Enjoyed our stay!

2024-06-23 via Nuitee
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Gabby family
6
Pros:

It was a okay hotel it wasn’t the cleanest it wasn’t the dirtiest it was a place to stay!! No bugs !! The beds are ok, not enough towels tho ! But over all wasn’t a bad place!

2024-06-23 via Nuitee
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Audrey partner
10
Pros:

Nice area. Rooms fine for the price. Friendly and efficient check in gal.

2024-06-15 via Nuitee
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Angie family
2
Pros:

We checked in fine, overall first impression- place a bit run down, seems to be in middle of reno. Upon return from our event- there was absolutely no one at the front desk… in fact not one staff person to be found. Other guests reported they’d been waiting in lobby for about an hour for any sign of staff to check in and couldn’t. Police eventually called and showed up— which was disturbing on many levels- morphed into sense of decreased safety. Rooms very average at best. Probably won’t attempt to book there in future. Not great experience.

2024-06-09 via Nuitee
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Malcolm pet
2
Pros:

This place is gross and stinks..

2024-06-03 via Nuitee