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Econo Lodge

2.0 star property
Travelers can savor local dishes at the on-site Main Street Family Restaurant while staying connected with reliable WiFi and handling business needs 24/7

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Centrally located in town, Econo Lodge welcomes guests with continental breakfast each morning. The property offers practical amenities including laundry facilities, free WiFi for staying connected, complimentary newspapers, and an ATM on the premises.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Albert Lea is home to Econo Lodge. Freeborn County Historical Society and Mower County Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Marion Ross Performing Arts Center and Austin ArtWorks Center. Visit our Albert Lea travel guide
Map
2306 East Main Street, Building B, Albert Lea, MN, 56007

What's nearby

  • Fountain Lake
    2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Freeborn County Historical Society
    3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Albert Lea City Arena
    3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino
    16 min drive - 34.9 km
  • Spam Museum
    20 min drive - 40.3 km

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud)
    94 min drive

Restaurants

  • Trail's Travel Center
    3 min drive
  • Love's Travel Stop
    2 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Skol Woodfire Grill & Tavern
    2 min drive
  • Liquor Depot
    4 min drive

About this property

Econo Lodge

Hotel remodeled in 2019
At Econo Lodge, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour business center. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Main Street Family Restau, the on-site family restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • A reception hall, a banquet hall, and free newspapers
  • A 24-hour front desk, meeting rooms, and ATM/banking services
Room features
All 50 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free newspapers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and tubs or showers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, on-request microwaves, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Main Street Family Restau

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - December 2019

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total (up to 30 lbs per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per night

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Econo Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, Econo Lodge allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 30 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Econo Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Econo Lodge located?

Situated in Albert Lea, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Freeborn County Historical Society, Fountain Lake, and Albert Lea City Arena. Marion Ross Performing Arts Center and Mayo Clinic Health System are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Econo Lodge Reviews

6.6

6.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

7.6

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 276 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 276 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 276 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 276 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 276 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For the price this room was very good. Very comfortable beds and room was clean and in good condition. We will stay here again on our next visit to MN.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joe

Liked: Staff & service
Typical econo lodge nothing fancy but bed was comfortable quite area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was adequate for our needs, especially the parking as we were in a truck with a 16' trailer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
price was right and room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

bobby

water was good in the rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Econo Lodge Albert Lea

Good Low end basic economy hotel. Good for anyone with a low budget that does not need any frills.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

It’s an older building but it was clean. Hallway and outside area was well lit. Desk clerk was efficient and helpful. The free breakfast was good and gave us a good start to the day as we continued with our travels. Breakfast area was well stocked and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a pleasant stay at Econo Lodge! The staff was friendly and helpful, making me feel welcome. The cleaning was top-notch; my room was always tidy. The restaurant served delicious meals, adding to the overall positive experience. I highly recommend it for a comfortable and enjoyable stay!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never treated better at check in! Extremely accommodating. Clean room, comfortable, non-sagging bed. Well working a/c.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

miao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good experience. The stuff are very warm-hearted. The beds are comfortable. The space is big. There is a Walmart nearby. The breakfast is very delicious. My family are all satisfied.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Dated but sufficient.

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!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place didn't look wonderful but we were pleasantly surprised. The room was clean and the beds were very comfortable. The shower was great also. I appreciate the refrigerator in the room. Breakfast was cereal, toast, English muffins and 2 apples. That was great for us, breakfast is always a bonus. I would atay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean. Furnace noisy. Breakfast was very skimpy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good for the price.

It was good for the price. Very old motel room had been updated a bit ago. Clean but terrible lighting in evening. Nice and quiet. Pretty comfortable bed. Great service as I was cold and staff immediately brought me a nice comfy warm quilt. Very sparse breakfast but we didn’t care.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Runa

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The sheets and towels were clean and the air conditioning worked. The attached restaurant was good. The staff were nice. Otherwise the floor was sticky, limited security-exterior doors did not lock, some outlets did not work, fridge did not cool, window screen torn out and broken glass in the parking lot. We did not stick around for breakfast. When we checked in we seriously considered leaving but were exhausted after a long day of driving. Would not recommend for families!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Yoko

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ashleigh

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room could have been cleaner. Dirty towels hanging in the bathroom and tub had hair in it. Front desk staff however, was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
The room was clean, it had a fridge but no microwave or phone. Key card didnt work everytime and did not work on the outside door. I had pets with me, so was easy to get to the room.the breakfast was cereal and toast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Molly

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

You get what you pay for

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Brad

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It felt dirty with a total disregard for maintenance. Everything is rundown. The other guests were friendly enough, but we felt like we were staying in a crack house. We were worried about our new vehicle spending the night in the parking lot. It seems to be a good option for budget travelers. I am sure the couple who shared the room down the hall, with their six kids, thought it was perfect for them. The breakfast items consisted of English Muffins, bread for toast, Chereos, Chereos with colored marshmallows, butter, jam, and peanut butter.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Stay elsewhere…no internet and poor service

Check in guy was terrible. After being told of a 13 hour drive at 8pm all he’d offer was cancellation of my reservation due to internet not working. He didn’t see it as a big deal. Also the ac was set to 60…outside temps were mid fifties…cold….set the heater to 68 and still took 30 minutes to warm up. The room was clean and adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Bruce

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The outside of the building had major damage. The hallway lights were just light bulbs without covers. There wasn't any towels or wash clothes in the bathroom. I asked multiple people multiple times for them and was ignored. There were stains on the carpet. The a/c was cool, but not cold. There was dog hair and sand on the other bed that i didn't notice until the next day. The outside doors didn't have locks on them and the front door was hard to open. Two employees were arguing outside at time off arrival. The location was good. That's the only positive about the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Todd

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rating is not close to what this place really is. The housekeeping staff kept the bathroom surfaces clean. The carpet was stained. The tile coming off the wall in the bathroom. The toilet wouldn’t flush. The tub drain was taken out of the tub and sitting on the side of it. It was ok at best. The AC did not work. We got in after midnight, so couldn’t tell till way into the night. Ugh. Skip it. Pay $10 more and go across the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Todd

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rating is not close to what this place really is. The housekeeping staff kept the bathroom surfaces clean. The carpet was stained. The tile coming off the wall in the bathroom. The toilet wouldn’t flush. The tub drain was taken out of the tub and sitting on the side of it. It was ok at best. The AC did not work. We got in after midnight, so couldn’t tell till way into the night. Ugh. Skip it. Pay $10 more and go across the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024