Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Natchitoches

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Econo Lodge
7.9 (219 reviews)
5335 University Parkway , Natchitoches , US
+1 318-214-0700

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Great location with parking and nearby restaurants
Good value/affordable price
Generally nice breakfast for some guests
Cons:
Breakfast lacks variety
Property feels older / a bit dated
Occasional odors noted (old-building smell)
Noise from rooms above
Ice machine only on first floor
Minor room defects (e.g., cracked mirror)

Categories

Cleanliness
8.2
Multiple guests noted rooms were neat, clean and the place often 'smells good'; one comment mentioned an old-building smell, but overall cleanliness was praised.
Service
8.9
Staff repeatedly described as friendly, helpful and welcoming (several reviews specifically call out friendly staff and good customer service).
Location
9
Many guests said the location was perfect or great, with convenient parking and restaurants nearby; overall very strong location sentiment.
Room Quality
6.8
Rooms are clean but there are quality issues noted (cracked mirror, audible noise from rooms above, and several comments that the hotel feels older and could use updates).
Amenities
7
Basic amenities are present (parking, breakfast, ice machine) but some negatives: ice machine only on first floor and generally limited/older facilities.
Value for Money
8.9
Multiple guests emphasized affordability and good price/value (explicit mentions of 'very affordable' and 'rapport qualité prix').
Food and Beverage
6.2
Breakfast received mixed feedback: some liked it, but several guests noted little variety and that it 'could’ve had more variety.'
Overall Experience
8.2
Overall sentiment is positive with guests saying the hotel was good and many indicating they would stay again, tempered by dated aspects and breakfast limitations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:16

Property Description

Convenient Location and Amenities
The Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Natchitoches hotel, situated off Interstate 49, offers easy access to local businesses and attractions. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, and coffee, along with truck parking and flat-screen TVs in all rooms.

Comfortable Accommodations
Each spacious guest room is well-equipped with essential amenities like coffee makers, refrigerators, and microwaves. The hotel also features a seasonal outdoor pool for relaxation.

Business-Friendly Services
Business travelers benefit from copy and fax services, a meeting room for events, and laundry facilities. The hotel's proximity to Northwestern State University and key historic sites makes it an ideal choice for both work and leisure travelers.

Book your stay at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Natchitoches for a convenient and comfortable experience.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SHV

Location

Property Accessibility

Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 219 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.2
Service: 8.9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 6.8
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 8.9
Food and Beverage: 6.2
Overall Experience: 8.2
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Deena Garrett • family_with_children • us
9
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Sammy • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Bonita • solo_traveller • us
9
Pleasantry of Natchitoches
Pros:

I loved everything.

Cons:

The ice machine is only on the first floor.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Ricky • solo_traveller • us
10
Anniversary Trip
Pros:

Everything was great. We will return again one day.

Cons:

Didn't dislike anything.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Prentice • family_with_children • us
6
Pros:

Location was perfect

Cons:

The smell. It smell like it was an old building

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Sylvie • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Ivy • extended_group • us
7
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Santos • couple • us
10
Would stay again.
Pros:

I like the location staff was friendly and rooms were clean. Very affordable

Cons:

Breakfast could’ve had more variety

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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reed • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The place was clean and smells good

Cons:

Na

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Derreka • couple • us
7
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Morgan • solo_traveller • us
10
Everything was clean, staff friendly, nice breakfast, all at a really good price
Pros:

Convenient, clean, and friendly

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Dale • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Watkins • family_with_children • us
8
It was a nice time. Staff was friendly and helpful
Pros:

It could have been better. No variety with the food

Cons:

Breakfast

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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U4102UDcw • Family
10
Great place to stay
Pros:

Quiet clean room, great location, friendly staff, great customer service.

2026-06-14 • via Tripadvisor
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johnaE1998DS • Solo travel • Princeton, Illinois
10
Awesome friendly place
Pros:

Very nice to have plenty of parking and restaurants nearby

2026-06-14 • via Tripadvisor
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Didier • couple • fr
8
Bien pour 1 ou 2 nuits
Pros:

Rapport qualité prix, l’accueil agréable

Cons:

Un peu vieillot

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Quwana • family_with_children • us
6
Overall, this hotel was good.
Pros:

The rooms were neat and clean.

Cons:

Although the rooms were cleaned, there was a crack down the middle of the mirror in my parent's bathroom. Also, the folks that were in the room above me constant walked and we should not have been able to hear them.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Pam • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Great bed.

Cons:

Older hotel, needed an update.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Phonecia • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • us
7
It was okay
Cons:

Bed was very used mattress sank in middle

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee