Name: Econo Lodge Valdosta Mall Area
Address: 3022 James Road, Valdosta, Georgia, United States of America, Valdosta, Georgia, US
Price range: $51–$71 per night
Rating: 7.13

What guests think

Across recent reviews of Econo Lodge Valdosta Mall Area, guests commonly describe an aging, run‑down property with heavily stained carpets and unpleasant smells, while frequently noting friendly front desk staff and an appealing budget price point.

Cleanliness complaints are widespread, citing dirty hallways, stained linens and towels, and occasional reports of bugs or mold. Rooms feel dated, with issues like nonworking TVs or heaters, missing locks, and thin walls; facilities show wear, including elevator concerns, limited or poorly lit parking, and a pool that is sometimes closed or unappealing. Breakfast is often sparse or not replenished, though a few guests found it acceptable. Travelers seeking consistent cleanliness and comfort should consider alternatives.

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Facilities

Aging property with recurring issues: limited or poorly lit parking, worn common areas, and elevator concerns. Pool was reported closed or unclean by several guests.

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10

Christopher

May 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very nice, the kids were disappointed that the pool was closed down, but other than that our stay was great.

2

Laquana

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I hate this place and definitely would not be spending my money there again. The roaches were so disrespectful and not to mention the nasty shower curtain. The staff has kids in the hotel screaming and talking very loud in the morning. The pool was disgusting my family refused to get in.

4

John

Apr 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

limited parking, an old property not brought up to par, floor was not carpet and room floor was sticky.

2

Michelle

Mar 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

There were no clean rooms when we arrived. Also, no parking and it was late (12:45 am) and it was very shady. Don't go!

2

Stephen

Mar 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Terrible experience. The entire parking lot was full with no place to park yet. They refused to give a refund so I can go elsewhere. A group of people were having a parking lot party right near the main entrance sitting on coolers, drinking beer and blaring loud music. Parking area was poorly lit and unsafe. TV does not work. Hotel is dirty. Pillows and bedding are horrible. Can’t wait to leave.

4

Richard

Jan 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The bathroom was in serious need of a refresh. Shower pan was cracked and tile floor did not appear to be clean. Room was ok, but did notice dust in the corners. Lobby carpet needed to be replaced.

4

Michelle

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bugs,filthy common areas, dirty towels, poor lighting, busted up rooms (air conditioners, furniture,etc) not worth 120 a night at all. Doesn't look like the sheets were changed either. Other guests were noisy. Running the halls. Poor parking availability. The only good thing here was the nice lady who checked us in.

2

Kerry

Mar 19, 2023

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How can 1 econo lodge differ so much from another? I can understand it needing updating but I disabled bug check immediately entering and all was good but 3 times my husband killed bugs on the floor including 1 in bathroom. I’m convinced they are just waiting to fail the elevator inspection (which is due this month) ten shut the place dow for complete overhaul or demolition for new place. DO NOT RECOMMEND

2

Heidi

Mar 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place had a friendly check in person but this property felt unsafe. It was impossible to find. People were drinking alcohol and smoking right in front of doors. Elevator sounded like it was going to break. Carpet was completely filthy. It wasn’t even vacuumed in hallway and area by elevator. Black mold on air conditioner. Sinks didn’t drain well. Stove in room looked like it never had been cleaned. No dishes in the room so why pay for the kitchen area. Only 2 1/2 sized pillows per bed. Not enough towels in room even with reservation. Very musty smelling. Overall room was just not clean. Sheets were ripped. Breakfast was very sparse. It’s like they put out so much food and never refilled it even though breakfast went to 9am. Eggs were poached and disgusting. There was no juice. No salt or pepper. No milk alternative. Only sweet n low and sugar. No donuts, pastries, or bagels. No yogurt. Tables dirty. Counters around food were dirty. This ranks up there with worst motel I stayed in. DONT STAY HERE. Pay more money and go somewhere else.

4

Tom

Mar 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Place is a dump the carpet in hallway is filthy and smells in the morning hallway filled with cigarette smoke ,the bathtub had a hole the size of your fist look like they slapped some bondo over it ,tv remote missing the back although still working,Direct TV was great bed was comfortable breakfasts was a joke toast cereal or waffles

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a recurring problem: filthy or stained carpets, dirty or torn linens and towels, and reports of bugs or mold in rooms and bathrooms.

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4

Marilyn

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was not clean. Sheets discolored, carpets dirty and worn. Badly in need of an update.

2

Theresa

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The floor behind the beds and end tables have not been swept or mopped in months due to the amount of dirt and dust there. There were no mattress protectors on the beds. The bathroom was questionable if the floor had been cleaned. There was a dead bug on the floor. We were greeted at the front desk by a person with several facial piercings. They were nice though. The front office looked rundown.

4

PHIL

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I can not recommend this property. The building was in poor condition. The carpet in the halls has not been cleaned for a long time. The bed skirt had mold on it.

2

Rick

Dec 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was shocked how filthy the place was. I parked at a hotel next door because I was worried about the safety of my vehicle. I had requested a non smoking room that was pet friendly and learned that any room with a pet had to be on the 3rd floor and could only be a smoking room. The carpet in the halls was filthy with stains everywhere. When I got off the elevator on the 3rd floor there were two old upholstered chairs torn on the back and sides with stains all over. The floor smelled of pot strongly. My room was next door to where the pot odor was coming from and was so strong I could not take it. I asked for another room and had to stay on that floor. My room TV would not change channels, the bathroom had all sorts of stains on the toilet and walls. Two small pillows. I had been traveling hours or would have not stayed. I slept in my cloths and would not take a shower due to the condition of the bath. I left early in the morning. The place needs to be shut down. It was by far the filthiest hotel I have ever seen in my life.

2

Tiarah

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The entire stay was terrible! The toilet seat was cracked, the doorway was stained, carpet was filthy and the TV didn't work. Wasn't even worth complaining! The entire building was terrible.

4

Michelle

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bugs,filthy common areas, dirty towels, poor lighting, busted up rooms (air conditioners, furniture,etc) not worth 120 a night at all. Doesn't look like the sheets were changed either. Other guests were noisy. Running the halls. Poor parking availability. The only good thing here was the nice lady who checked us in.

4

John

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The towels all had brown stains on them

2

Heidi

Mar 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place had a friendly check in person but this property felt unsafe. It was impossible to find. People were drinking alcohol and smoking right in front of doors. Elevator sounded like it was going to break. Carpet was completely filthy. It wasn’t even vacuumed in hallway and area by elevator. Black mold on air conditioner. Sinks didn’t drain well. Stove in room looked like it never had been cleaned. No dishes in the room so why pay for the kitchen area. Only 2 1/2 sized pillows per bed. Not enough towels in room even with reservation. Very musty smelling. Overall room was just not clean. Sheets were ripped. Breakfast was very sparse. It’s like they put out so much food and never refilled it even though breakfast went to 9am. Eggs were poached and disgusting. There was no juice. No salt or pepper. No milk alternative. Only sweet n low and sugar. No donuts, pastries, or bagels. No yogurt. Tables dirty. Counters around food were dirty. This ranks up there with worst motel I stayed in. DONT STAY HERE. Pay more money and go somewhere else.

4

betty

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I don't have pets. People hanging around out side. Carpet was filthy spots on them. I will not stay there again

2

Amanda

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lady was very nice at check in but that’s it. The hotel was very run down. Smelled terrible. Room was disgusting. Had to wear shoes to walk across the carpet.

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Rooms

Rooms are dated with frequent issues such as nonworking TVs or heaters, missing or broken fixtures or locks, thin walls and noise, and lingering smoke or marijuana odors. A few guests noted comfortable beds or spacious rooms.

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Amanda

Jun 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very, very friendly. However, facilities in general need a lot of work. Our room didn't feel clean. Sticky floor. Hairs on sink, gross looking splatter stains on wall. Wimpiest, tiniest pillows I've ever seen and only 2 per bed . Only 3 towels and 1 washcloth for a room that was registered for a family of 4. That's upsetting when you're checking in super late and your tired, ready for a shower and a good night's sleep.

2

Kerri

Feb 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Walls are paper thin. Heard the next room clear as day. Works for a quick stop. I definitely would not recommend this hotel for a long period of time.

2

Jacqulyn

Nov 22, 2024

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The photos of this property are inaccurate. This hotel is run down, unclean and unsafe. There is no sliding lock on our door, the lamp heads are held on by zip ties, carpet is disgusting, rust on bathroom door frame, dirt on walls, holes in bedding and it has an overwhelming scent. Very overpriced for this condition.

6

Cecil

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good breakfast. Big bedroom and bathroom. Room cold 65°. No working heater. No overhead lighting. Although a non-smoking room I was overwhelmed with fragrance.

6

Kim

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Strong odor in bathroom

2

Cynthia

Jan 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The only positive thing about this review is the young lady that was working the desk when we arrived (not the manager). The hotel is desperate need of repair and updates. The carpet is terrible, we could hear wind blowing around the windows, the TV didn’t work and the noise level was ridiculous the whole night. I would not recommend at all.

8

Anita

Feb 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This bed was absolutely amazing. Very good stay, good sized room.

10

John

Jul 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious room, staff moved us to first floor to commodate handicap need. Very helpful and friendly staff. Definitely a good value for lower priced hotel.

6

heather

Feb 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

When we arrived at 9:30pm, no one was at the counter. I stood for 5 minutes calling "hello" to no avail. I went to my car to grab my phone to call hotel numbet, and when I returned, a lady was there. She said sorry, she was in restroom. A sign would have been nice. There were all kinds of people hanging in hallways. Appeared to be possible migrant housing. Room smelled of ashtray, 2 remotes did not work for TV, and TV was coming off the wall. Morning attendant (clerk) very perky and nice.

6

michael

Nov 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was nice... room smelled odd.. pillows extremely small.

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Service

Front desk interactions are often friendly and helpful, with multiple mentions of cheerful, accommodating staff. Service is inconsistent though, with reports of rude management, difficult check-ins, overbooking or cancellations, and refund or deposit disputes.

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6

Anna

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not very clean but the front desk lady very nice

2

Rabirah

Jan 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The manager was rude and she took a necklace that she admitted to finding and never returned it to the owner.

10

John

Jul 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious room, staff moved us to first floor to commodate handicap need. Very helpful and friendly staff. Definitely a good value for lower priced hotel.

10

Len

Feb 1, 2023

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Stayed 19,354 nights

Staff is always cheerful and promptly addresses any requests we had.

2

Roosevelt

Mar 24, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

From checking in which was horrible due to double payments upon putting my cc information in to them billing me taking my money yet basically telling me they couldnt find the payment so i wasnt able to get a room. Once i went ballistic, the front desk lady whom quit the next day called the lady owner whom "out of the kindness of her heart" mind you after taking my money rented us the the room I reserved and paid for. The room thank goodness temporarily was not worth the troubles. Dirty walls. Beds horrible. Hallway stunk. Just not pleasant but we were between a rock and hardplace so we made due. The owner was rude and not helpful when the television went off due to a internet connection issue basically said figure it out. Its definitely not what i expected not what i booked not what i wanted at all. On any level. Think twice before booking. Wish someone would of told me beforehand.

8

Zanthia

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check was easy and rooms were clean. It was convenient to shopping as well. Staff was very helpful.

8

Len

Feb 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff provides assistance quickly and cheerfully.

4

Michelle

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bugs,filthy common areas, dirty towels, poor lighting, busted up rooms (air conditioners, furniture,etc) not worth 120 a night at all. Doesn't look like the sheets were changed either. Other guests were noisy. Running the halls. Poor parking availability. The only good thing here was the nice lady who checked us in.

2

Christopher

Sep 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Booked a room the morning of and got a confirmation email , showed up to hotel at 8pm after working 14 hours restoring power in the area due to the hurricane and the clerk told me our room had been canceled and they were overbooked. Nothing else was available nearby and we had to drive 80 minutes to find somewhere to sleep .

2

Shawn

Oct 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There was no reservation when we arrived. The room was cancelled by econo lodge because they were overbooked.

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Location

Convenient to I-75, gas stations, restaurants, and the Valdosta Mall. Several guests, however, found it hard to locate and reported an unsafe or uncomfortable environment with people loitering and poorly lit parking areas.

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Frank

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

lots of strange people , hanging around

6

Sonja

Feb 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hard to find. Property old and dated.

8

Darlene

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Reasonably priced , close to restaurants.

6

jodi

May 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean. The area was not safe.

2

Stephen

Mar 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Terrible experience. The entire parking lot was full with no place to park yet. They refused to give a refund so I can go elsewhere. A group of people were having a parking lot party right near the main entrance sitting on coolers, drinking beer and blaring loud music. Parking area was poorly lit and unsafe. TV does not work. Hotel is dirty. Pillows and bedding are horrible. Can’t wait to leave.

8

Zanthia

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check was easy and rooms were clean. It was convenient to shopping as well. Staff was very helpful.

6

heather

Feb 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

When we arrived at 9:30pm, no one was at the counter. I stood for 5 minutes calling "hello" to no avail. I went to my car to grab my phone to call hotel numbet, and when I returned, a lady was there. She said sorry, she was in restroom. A sign would have been nice. There were all kinds of people hanging in hallways. Appeared to be possible migrant housing. Room smelled of ashtray, 2 remotes did not work for TV, and TV was coming off the wall. Morning attendant (clerk) very perky and nice.

2

Heidi

Mar 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place had a friendly check in person but this property felt unsafe. It was impossible to find. People were drinking alcohol and smoking right in front of doors. Elevator sounded like it was going to break. Carpet was completely filthy. It wasn’t even vacuumed in hallway and area by elevator. Black mold on air conditioner. Sinks didn’t drain well. Stove in room looked like it never had been cleaned. No dishes in the room so why pay for the kitchen area. Only 2 1/2 sized pillows per bed. Not enough towels in room even with reservation. Very musty smelling. Overall room was just not clean. Sheets were ripped. Breakfast was very sparse. It’s like they put out so much food and never refilled it even though breakfast went to 9am. Eggs were poached and disgusting. There was no juice. No salt or pepper. No milk alternative. Only sweet n low and sugar. No donuts, pastries, or bagels. No yogurt. Tables dirty. Counters around food were dirty. This ranks up there with worst motel I stayed in. DONT STAY HERE. Pay more money and go somewhere else.

10

David

Jan 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My stay was good, quick check-in, friendly staff, good breakfast and wifi. Very conveniently located near gas stations and interstate 75. Less than a mile way are all the restaurants and fast foods and the Valdosta Mall. Quiet stay.

10

Shirley

Feb 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Difficult to find with gps and Expedia address. Signage confusing on roadway.

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Dining

Breakfast quality is often poor or very limited, with items not replenished and minimal options; cleanliness around the area can be lacking. A few guests found it acceptable or good.

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Jospeh

Dec 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Get what you pay for room was ok .. general appearance is dated tired and dirty .. breakfast lol was embarrassing don’t bother if this is your provisions . Paid 98 Can vs other hotels at 130-140 so I guess this was our mistake

4

Katherine

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Smelled like a marijuana dispensary. So many people walking about the parking lot at 2-3am being loud. Some looking in cars. The floors abs furniture were filthy. Bugs in and around lights and window. On several occasions there were random puddles in the floor of unknown origin. The “breakfast” is a selection of cereal or toast. Waffle maker but it was not clean. No juices, just milk and coffee.

6

Cecil

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good breakfast. Big bedroom and bathroom. Room cold 65°. No working heater. No overhead lighting. Although a non-smoking room I was overwhelmed with fragrance.

8

Carol

Apr 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Terrible breakfast and the room was freezing

6

Elizabeth

Dec 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was ok clean, almost bounced back up to the ceiling when I sat down on the bed but it was comfortable. The blanket was smelly so I didn't use. The water was hot the next morning so that was nice. The worst part was the overall smell of pot that permeated throughout the place. I was on the phone with someone when I got to my room and told them I might end up with a contact high. The staff was super friendly and breakfast was ok too.

2

Sheila

Mar 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property was run down the room was in terrible shape the phone in the room did not even have buttons on it, the breakfast bar the eggs and sausage were in crockpots in water it was terrible for the price I paid I would not stay there ever again.

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Cheryl

Feb 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This property is in desperate need of refurbishing. The carpet is nasty, stains everywhere. There is a food smell that makes it feel like people are cooking in their rooms, a heavy Asian food smell, like you’re in a Chinese restaurant. It wasn just from a delivery, it never went away. We went down for their sad little breakfast and there was literally 1 piece of bread and cereal. No milk. Everything had run out and there was no employee to be found, even at the front desk. We finally found the front desk person cleaning a room down the hall. What?? She said there had been a large group just come through for breakfast. Umm no. And if there was, someone should have been there replacing things. We went out to breakfast and did not return. Stay away from this place.

2

Heidi

Mar 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place had a friendly check in person but this property felt unsafe. It was impossible to find. People were drinking alcohol and smoking right in front of doors. Elevator sounded like it was going to break. Carpet was completely filthy. It wasn’t even vacuumed in hallway and area by elevator. Black mold on air conditioner. Sinks didn’t drain well. Stove in room looked like it never had been cleaned. No dishes in the room so why pay for the kitchen area. Only 2 1/2 sized pillows per bed. Not enough towels in room even with reservation. Very musty smelling. Overall room was just not clean. Sheets were ripped. Breakfast was very sparse. It’s like they put out so much food and never refilled it even though breakfast went to 9am. Eggs were poached and disgusting. There was no juice. No salt or pepper. No milk alternative. Only sweet n low and sugar. No donuts, pastries, or bagels. No yogurt. Tables dirty. Counters around food were dirty. This ranks up there with worst motel I stayed in. DONT STAY HERE. Pay more money and go somewhere else.

10

David

Jan 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My stay was good, quick check-in, friendly staff, good breakfast and wifi. Very conveniently located near gas stations and interstate 75. Less than a mile way are all the restaurants and fast foods and the Valdosta Mall. Quiet stay.

4

Tom

Mar 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Place is a dump the carpet in hallway is filthy and smells in the morning hallway filled with cigarette smoke ,the bathtub had a hole the size of your fist look like they slapped some bondo over it ,tv remote missing the back although still working,Direct TV was great bed was comfortable breakfasts was a joke toast cereal or waffles

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Month	Average price
January	$55
February	$50
March	$50
April	$51
May	$50
June	$46
July	$51
August	$47
September	$61
October	$59
November	$61
December	$56

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18	19 $57
20 $52	21 $52	22 $52	23 $51	24 $51	25 $56	26 $59
27 $54	28 $54	29 $54	30 $54

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $54	2 $59	3 $59
4 $54	5 $54	6 $54	7 $54	8 $54	9 $59	10 $59
11 $54	12 $59	13 $54	14 $54	15 $54	16 $65	17 $59
18 $54	19 $54	20 $59	21 $54	22 $54	23 $59	24 $59
25 $54	26 $54	27 $60	28 $65	29 $60	30 $71	31 $65

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