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Econo Lodge Watertown

2.0 star property
Hotel in Watertown with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Lobby
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
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Econo Lodge Watertown offers a complimentary breakfast buffet each morning. Helpful staff provide local advice, and practical amenities include in-room WiFi. The lobby features a comfortable space with TV, and parking is free.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
920 14th St Se, Watertown, SD, 57201

What's nearby

  • Watertown Mall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Watertown Family Aquatic Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Terry Redlin Museum - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Lake Kampeska - 10 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Dakota Sioux Casino - 19 min drive - 13.4 miles

Getting around

  • Watertown, SD (ATY-Watertown Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Econo Lodge Watertown

Hotel near a zoo
Econo Lodge Watertown provides a free breakfast buffet and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and a TV in the lobby
  • A vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Econo Lodge Watertown have perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 5:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
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
2 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 not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Econo Lodge Watertown pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Econo Lodge Watertown?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Watertown?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Econo Lodge Watertown?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Econo Lodge Watertown located?

Situated in Watertown, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Watertown Mall, Codington County Heritage Museum, and Watertown Brewing Company. Goss Opera Hall and Watertown Family Aquatic Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Econo Lodge Watertown Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 657 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 657 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 657 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 657 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 657 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy. Clerk was courteous. Room was clean. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brady

The guy at check-in was very nice, and even gave me a gift basket!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I very much enjoyed my night. Of course, the hotel was a bit outdated, but it was quiet, clean, very affordable and the bed was super comfortable. I'd definitely recommended and come again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff all the way from front desk to housekeeping are right on top of the hotel business, very nice experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Hotel is clean , pet friendly and prompt
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Meh

The hotel is dated and rundown. It is desperate need of a remodel. Our room smelled moldy and the breakfast was limited and all-in-all non-existent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean property. Easy to find. Breakfast minimal.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicest staff around! Clean and quiet rooms. NICE!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is so kind. The facility is old and showing it’s age, but it is always so clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Not fancy but worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place was spotless. My only dislike was the louder a/c. Value wise it was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Samuel L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is an older property so it does show some wear. Lady at front desk was very helpful and was quick to respond when I had a need.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness
It's ok. Just ok.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Napaporn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The first room I got was wet and stink. Then I asked Staff to change the room. The second one was better but the floor was still a little damp.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
some confusion with reservaion unab;e to verify at first but was found would have liked all rooms to be to be together, on same floor keys to rooms had to be replaced twice,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Alvin

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Decent Room Decent Price

The service was great the people were nice. The only issue was there were two queen beds in the room one of the queen beds was somewhat hobbled towards the head of the bed making it about 4 inches lower than the foot of the bed. Also they smell of mildew or mold from maybe water damage was noticeable in the room and in the hall. They did have a humidifier in the hall trying to absorb the moisture in order from here but other than the small inconvenience everything was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Leslie

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Unexpected handprints room 219 Watertown econolodg

The room was clean but the furniture was streaked with oily handprints on the geadboard and what appeared to be dried whipped cream on the cup oats door holding the refrigerator. The lights were on as was the TV at 8:30 pm thanksgiving evening. I didn't notice the furniture until daylight showed them in the morning. Everything else was neat and tidy. Breakfast was ok but no jam for the toast and no protein just carbs and sugar. The attendant did bring yogurt when I asked. It was a little funny and a little disappointing to see the furniture .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very musty moldy smelling. Windows didnt open 2get it fresh air. Check in guy was great. Helpful n respectful.. Day staff pushy tudd.evrn manager came down to the room 1130am arms folded n rude. I thought check out said noon. They were beating the door down... We jus checked in at 5am due to delays in travel start. Traveled hours. Not worth my time.. Next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor quality.

Room seemed clean when we walked in. Then saw dirty mirror, dusty frig, and a burn spot in the microwave. Tried to shower in the morning and couldn’t pull the shower knob to open the water flow out of the shower head. Luckily, my daughter who was with me could get it open, but not enough for good water pressure. The shower head was too small for any type of pressure. The soap dispenser in the shower was empty. Breakfast was lacking in variety. Bread was 4 days old, orange juice was warm and tasted awful. I will not stay at this Econo Lodge again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

David

Stay was horrible service was horrible reservation was all a mess as well. I want my stay refunded as I will not come back
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Key card didn't work and staff didn't check to verify that it worked after having to let me into the room initially, so it happened again late at night when I came back and had to wait forever to get into my room again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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