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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center

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Exterior
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby
Free daily buffet breakfast
Suite, 1 King Bed, Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
At Econo Lodge Inn & Suites, guests find essentials for a comfortable stay. Start the day with a breakfast buffet and enjoy in-room WiFi. Practical amenities include laundry facilities, RV parking, and meeting rooms to help travelers maintain their routines on the road.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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32-inch TV with cable channels, pay movies

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
226 W 5th St, Waterloo, IA, 50701

What's nearby

  • Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Waterloo Center for the Arts - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Young Arena - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lost Island Waterpark - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SingleSpeed Brewing Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Screaming Eagle American Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Morg's Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Carpenter’s Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪D’Leon Taco Rico - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites

Hotel near Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center
Located close to Waterloo Center for the Arts and Grout Museum of History, Econo Lodge Inn & Suites provides a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe, a banquet hall, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 68 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Waterloo
Quality Waterloo
Econo Lodge Inn Waterloo
Econo Lodge Waterloo
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Hotel
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Hotel Waterloo

Frequently asked questions

Is Econo Lodge Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites?

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

What time is check-out at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Econo Lodge Inn & Suites located?

Situated in Waterloo, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center, Waterloo Center for the Arts, and Grout Museum of History. Young Arena and John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 349 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 349 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 349 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 349 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 349 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean. For a older hotel it has been remodeled fairly well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stay at the property was Great the location was very convenient for the events. The staff was very helpful and found the service for the room could of been better overall it was a Good place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent! This is downtown Waterloo, so truck and train traffic, but overall we would stay again for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Econo Lodge needs a update. But the staff was Friendly & pleasant. The overall stay was enjoyable. I would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is good and the rooms are nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun place. Great rooms for the price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s really close to a couple of good restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Cody

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was very dirty. The whole hotel smelled like weed. They make you put a 50 dollar deposit down even though you paid for a room.I did not see any bed bugs, the tv had good channels and the bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the price this place is great value.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fuys running the desk where super friendly and informative about the area. Rooms were clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff is always nice at check in and I go often and se familiar faces and it’s my first choice coming to Waterloo. No it’s not the ritz but it’s bug free and clean and the staff is nice to me when I visit and I visit often and if there’s not a room available and I have to go elsewhere the staff is helpful finding something else but it’s my first choice when I visit Waterloo
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room had a bad smell but everything else was good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

TAL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
staff were very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host has been there awhile and the group does overall a good job.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jesse

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looked like a run down office building and smells
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ed

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was ok. Brings you back to the 80 with lamps and TVs. Staff was rude. Area motel is in ain’t the greatest. For the price is a place to put your head down
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moses

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place total complete make over from a year ago everything looked good and breakfast is a great plus
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stay here all the time with the family
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Keri

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfortable and the jacuzzi was nice even tho it was rusty
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Clean and easy

Polite man at the desk and quick easy checkin ! Room was as expected ! Felt safe also.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Alfred

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t like everything about the property I was told non smoking room well that was a let down I was sleeping in a room that was stinky smell like they’ve been smoking in for years,also they told me they were going to clean it the other day all they did was take the trash out that was it I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very nice and respectful to their customers.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Marcel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A place where when you have nothing allows for cheap and affordable place to stay even at your lowest, for that I'm most appreciated of this Hotel and it's staff. Though lacking in some areas if you have no where else to go this is a warm and safe if in doors to be for an relatively cheap and fair price
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

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