About Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
The two-star Econo Lodge Inn & Suites hotel in Waterloo places guests near the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center and the Waterloo Center for the Arts. Amenities include a 24-hour front desk and free parking.
The hotel has 68 rooms, each one equipped with conveniences such as a coffee maker, microwave, and mini-fridge, as well as a hair dryer, ironing facilities, and a safe. Rooms with whirlpool tubs are available.
Facilities include meeting space, coin-op laundry, and a safe-deposit box. This pet-friendly hotel also offers guest use copy and fax machines, a game room, and free weekday newspapers.
Room rates include a continental buffet breakfast. Plus, the hotel is near dining spots such as Newton’s Cafe and the Cu Restaurant & The Cellar.
The Econo Lodge Inn & Suites hotel is a ten-minute walk from the Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area, three miles from the National Cattle Congress, and within ten miles of the University of Northern Iowa.
Positive Reviews
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Convenient location
Although a few guests describe the immediate location of this hotel a little sketchy, most have focused on the proximity of area attractions and points of interest near the hotel. The hotel offers a convenient location for those attending an event at the convention center.
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Friendly staff
The majority of guests have rated the staff here highly, finding the service friendly and helpful. Reviews give the impression that the staff is treading water to make the most of a bad situation but they do at least attempt to resolve issues for guests.
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Budget-friendly choice
Perhaps the most appealing feature of this hotel is the low cost of the rooms. Guests note that in addition to the reasonable room rates, free perks such as weekday newspapers, breakfast, and parking can help you save a little extra cash during your stay.
Negative Reviews
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Multiple problems with the rooms
Rooms here very rarely get positive feedback, with most guests finding cause for concern about the quality of the accommodation. Reported problems include a lack of proper cleaning, cigarette burns on the bedspreads, noisy amenities, and poor water pressure.
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Poorly maintained throughout
It’s not just the rooms that appear to suffer from a lack of maintenance. Guests also report that the public areas are disappointing. The hallways are said to smell and have dirty carpets. Plus, the grounds appear unkempt.
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Disappointing Wi-Fi
Guests are frequently disappointed by the standard of the Wi-Fi here, reporting that the signal is weak and even if you do manage to get online, the connection is slow. Guests have also reported that the Internet was completely down for portions of their stay.