Econo Lodge Lawrence near University
$99
/ night
Avg. for September
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$99
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Econo Lodge Lawrence near University average $65 in January, the cheapest month, and $99 in September, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $65 |
| February | $77 |
| March | $71 |
| April | $79 |
| May | $88 |
| June | $82 |
| July | $81 |
| August | $67 |
| September | $99 |
| October | $94 |
| November | $86 |
| December | $70 |
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Cheapest: January (~$65)
About this property
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a picnic area. This hotel also features a banquet hall and a vending machine.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a picnic area. This hotel also features a banquet hall and a vending machine.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 53 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Partially open bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Econo Lodge Lawrence near University in Lawrence (Sunset Hills), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of University of Kansas and Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center. This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Lied Center of Kansas and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Lawrence Arts Center.
What's nearby
University of Kansas(1.2 miles)
"Dad" Perry Park(1.3 miles)
Orchards Corners(1.4 miles)
LMH Health(1.5 miles)
Health Care Access Clinic(1.5 miles)
Lied Center of Kansas(1.5 miles)
Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics(1.6 miles)
Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center(1.8 miles)
David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium(1.8 miles)
The University Theatre(1.8 miles)
Massachusetts Street(1.9 miles)
Theatre Lawrence(1.9 miles)
Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit(2 miles)
Booth Family Hall of Athletics(2.1 miles)
Spencer Museum of Art(2.1 miles)
Topeka, KS (FOE-Forbes Field)(31 miles)
Kansas City International Airport (MCI)(51 miles)
Non-Smoking Rooms
Business Center
Dry Cleaning
Banquet Facilities
Safe-Deposit Box
Picnic Area/Tables
Location
2525 West 6th Street, Sunset Hills, Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
University of Kansas (1.2 miles)
"Dad" Perry Park (1.3 miles)
Orchards Corners (1.4 miles)
LMH Health (1.5 miles)
Health Care Access Clinic (1.5 miles)
Lied Center of Kansas (1.5 miles)
Room options
3
Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
250 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
8
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
248 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
5
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
301 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
3
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible
Room details
1 King Bed
250 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
Guest reviews
6.5
Pleasant
Based on 825 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
9%
Couple
21%
Family
42%
Group
10%
Solo
17%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Reviews of Econo Lodge Lawrence near University describe a basic, budget motel with very friendly staff and some clean, comfortable rooms, but also frequent complaints about poor cleanliness, minimal breakfast, dated facilities, and maintenance issues across the property.
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Reviews of Econo Lodge Lawrence near University describe a basic, budget motel with very friendly staff and some clean, comfortable rooms, but also frequent complaints about poor cleanliness, minimal breakfast, dated facilities, and maintenance issues across the property.
Several guests find the location convenient for KU and nearby restaurants and stores. Several note thin walls and noise from neighboring or upstairs rooms. Amenities are limited: the pool is closed and Wi-Fi or TV service can be unreliable. Expect a no-frills stay focused on price.
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Facilities
Older, exterior-corridor property with limited amenities; multiple reviews note the pool is closed and there is no elevator. Some report worn or unkempt areas, limited parking, or occasional out-of-order machines.
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Chad
Jul 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Brought suits. Knew there was a pool but it was closed. Like permanently covered. Bed was a little hard. Woke up with a backache. Didn’t eat at the desk bc it had some dirt on the top. Desk chair was all torn up. Tv signal kept cutting out all Night and it wasn’t storming or raining. Remote wasn’t programmed to work the tv so two remotes. One for cable. One for volume. Breakfast was apparently just cereal so we just went down the street and got donuts. But we had picked this place bc it had breakfast.
Brought suits. Knew there was a pool but it was closed. Like permanently covered. Bed was a little hard. Woke up with a backache. Didn’t eat at the desk bc it had some dirt on the top. Desk chair was all torn up. Tv signal kept cutting out all Night and it wasn’t storming or raining. Remote wasn’t programmed to work the tv so two remotes. One for cable. One for volume. Breakfast was apparently just cereal so we just went down the street and got donuts. But we had picked this place bc it had breakfast.
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Larry
Jan 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Had to take room on 2nd floor with outside steps and entry. They were updating lower floor rooms. No elevator. I am slightly handicapped, so I don't recommend for HC folks. Otherwise everything else was okay. Very small room though. Expedia app said breakfast included, but there was no breakfast.
Had to take room on 2nd floor with outside steps and entry. They were updating lower floor rooms. No elevator. I am slightly handicapped, so I don't recommend for HC folks. Otherwise everything else was okay. Very small room though. Expedia app said breakfast included, but there was no breakfast.
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Ashley
Jun 18, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
There was a lot of trash and very limited parking.
There was a lot of trash and very limited parking.
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Dale
Oct 22, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We could not get wifi and the main lights in the room did not work.
We could not get wifi and the main lights in the room did not work.
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James
Jan 8, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Old microwave, small TV, no elevator or lift chair for handicap person
Old microwave, small TV, no elevator or lift chair for handicap person
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Tracy
Nov 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The Econo Lodge is a good budget motel. Close to restaurants and grocery. 5 min. drive to KU campus. Our room was clean, modestly updated with new flooring and shower area. Working ice machine, vending and laundry. Room heat/AC worked great. Mini-fridge and microwave included. Manager was very friendly and helpful.
The Econo Lodge is a good budget motel. Close to restaurants and grocery. 5 min. drive to KU campus. Our room was clean, modestly updated with new flooring and shower area. Working ice machine, vending and laundry. Room heat/AC worked great. Mini-fridge and microwave included. Manager was very friendly and helpful.
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WAYNE
Jun 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room with good TV. No ice bucket and ice machine not working. Pool appeared to be abandoned. Continental breakfast was almost nonexistent with no juice or yogurt even. Facility shows decline. I hope they get busy and correct. A family type operation that needs help. People were courteous.
Clean room with good TV. No ice bucket and ice machine not working. Pool appeared to be abandoned. Continental breakfast was almost nonexistent with no juice or yogurt even. Facility shows decline. I hope they get busy and correct. A family type operation that needs help. People were courteous.
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Darren
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We were disappointed in cost at about $200 a night but we’re hoping for a good night sleep and hot breakfast when we booked! When we got here Found beds comfy, room smelled good, price dropped, pool was closed. No other amenities, shower doesn’t drain, Bathroom commode / toilet in separate room and is very crowded with shower. And the worst breakfast ends at 9am and not Hot - it’s grab and go donuts and coffee. We could have stayed elsewhere for less with a lot more to do and hot breakfast!
We were disappointed in cost at about $200 a night but we’re hoping for a good night sleep and hot breakfast when we booked! When we got here Found beds comfy, room smelled good, price dropped, pool was closed. No other amenities, shower doesn’t drain, Bathroom commode / toilet in separate room and is very crowded with shower. And the worst breakfast ends at 9am and not Hot - it’s grab and go donuts and coffee. We could have stayed elsewhere for less with a lot more to do and hot breakfast!
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Edward
Feb 27, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Under construction
Under construction
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James
Jul 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Parking lot filled with cigarette butts and other debris
Parking lot filled with cigarette butts and other debris
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Cleanliness
Feedback is mixed, with frequent reports of dirty rooms, smoke odors, stained linens, and missed bathroom details; others found rooms acceptably clean.
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eva
May 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The rooms were not clean. Very run down. The room safes don’t work. There was not a double lock on the door. One room had a brown liquid coming thru the floor boards. I would not recommend staying at the this location.
The rooms were not clean. Very run down. The room safes don’t work. There was not a double lock on the door. One room had a brown liquid coming thru the floor boards. I would not recommend staying at the this location.
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Heather
Apr 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was by far the worst hotel that I've ever stayed in! I wasn't expecting the Hilton, but for what I paid, I DID expect cleanliness and this establishment was FAR from clean! There was dirt, hair, and spilled/dried up beverages all over the room. Dirt and hair caked in every corner of the bathroom. Mold all over the bathroom "walls" (it was actually flooring tile on the tub walls which is not meant for high moisture areas) dried fluids of some kind on the bathroom walls and baseboards, dried up pile of feces and/or vomit on the floor next to the bed, broken light fixtures, broken computer desk, broken tv remote, broken phone, paper thin walls, smelled horribly of cigarette smoke, black body hairs in the bedsheets, sticky spots (soda?) on counters and mirrors, and the bedside table had gunk and dirt CAKED all around the bottom of it! As for their "continental breakfast", it consisted of 2 dry cereal choices, bruised bananas, toast, and a tub of COMMUNITY BUTTER for EVERYONE to use. Gross. The room was drafty and cold. You could see daylight coming in all around the door to our room because it is not properly sealed. One of the holes was about the size of a dime and was directly at the bottom of the entrance to the room (concerning). No refunds either. I tried to upload photos for proof, but can't. This hotel clearly does not follow Choice protocols when it comes to their cleanliness standards. I will be filing a formal complaint with Choice Hotels, as well as the BBB.
This was by far the worst hotel that I've ever stayed in! I wasn't expecting the Hilton, but for what I paid, I DID expect cleanliness and this establishment was FAR from clean! There was dirt, hair, and spilled/dried up beverages all over the room. Dirt and hair caked in every corner of the bathroom. Mold all over the bathroom "walls" (it was actually flooring tile on the tub walls which is not meant for high moisture areas) dried fluids of some kind on the bathroom walls and baseboards, dried up pile of feces and/or vomit on the floor next to the bed, broken light fixtures, broken computer desk, broken tv remote, broken phone, paper thin walls, smelled horribly of cigarette smoke, black body hairs in the bedsheets, sticky spots (soda?) on counters and mirrors, and the bedside table had gunk and dirt CAKED all around the bottom of it! As for their "continental breakfast", it consisted of 2 dry cereal choices, bruised bananas, toast, and a tub of COMMUNITY BUTTER for EVERYONE to use. Gross. The room was drafty and cold. You could see daylight coming in all around the door to our room because it is not properly sealed. One of the holes was about the size of a dime and was directly at the bottom of the entrance to the room (concerning). No refunds either. I tried to upload photos for proof, but can't. This hotel clearly does not follow Choice protocols when it comes to their cleanliness standards. I will be filing a formal complaint with Choice Hotels, as well as the BBB.
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Zenaida
Jun 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tub had hair that wasn’t ours, top of tub needed to be wiped, too many electrical extensions with plugs in hanging in the vanity area (fire danger), small item sticking out of area where bathroom light switch was gave me a shock.
Tub had hair that wasn’t ours, top of tub needed to be wiped, too many electrical extensions with plugs in hanging in the vanity area (fire danger), small item sticking out of area where bathroom light switch was gave me a shock.
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Brenda
Jul 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Sheets had stains. Floor was fithy
Sheets had stains. Floor was fithy
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Claire
Aug 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were nice, rooms were filthy
Staff were nice, rooms were filthy
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Trace
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
dirty room
dirty room
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Rick
Mar 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I liked the cost. Didn’t like the lack of cleanliness. I didn’t expect them to have a full continental breakfast, ut it would have been nice if they had butter or jam for the toast they did provide
I liked the cost. Didn’t like the lack of cleanliness. I didn’t expect them to have a full continental breakfast, ut it would have been nice if they had butter or jam for the toast they did provide
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Lisa
Jun 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The air was not on when we got there and it was hot and smelled terrible. There was pubic hair in the bathtub, the flooring had had water damage and not replace, the pool was still covered and not in use not that I was there to swim by any means but it is June and hot outside. The breakfast was white or wheat toast, two cereal options, cinnamon or hostess cupcake in packages- not anything like it looked online. I booked for two night but checked out after one night at 6:45 am. I was a nervous wreck all night. Nothing like I expected. Tried to get a refund for the second night that we didn't set for but you said no.
The air was not on when we got there and it was hot and smelled terrible. There was pubic hair in the bathtub, the flooring had had water damage and not replace, the pool was still covered and not in use not that I was there to swim by any means but it is June and hot outside. The breakfast was white or wheat toast, two cereal options, cinnamon or hostess cupcake in packages- not anything like it looked online. I booked for two night but checked out after one night at 6:45 am. I was a nervous wreck all night. Nothing like I expected. Tried to get a refund for the second night that we didn't set for but you said no.
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Giezi
Oct 25, 2024
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Stayed 11 nights
Poor hygiene
Poor hygiene
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Angelito
Sep 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Dirty
Dirty
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Rooms
Rooms are basic and small but beds are often comfortable; some have modest updates amid dated furnishings. Noise from thin walls and occasional issues with Wi-Fi, TV signal, or fixtures affect comfort.
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Thomas
Sep 4, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean , reasonable comfore
Clean , reasonable comfore
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Zachary
Jan 18, 2023
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Stayed 19,375 nights
Better than expected. Comfortable bed. Will use again.
Better than expected. Comfortable bed. Will use again.
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Tyra
Mar 4, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was okay for the price. We couldn't have expected much better. However, the noise from other rooms made sleeping impossible. We could actually hear the conversation in the room next door - not muffled sounds - actual conversation. Staff was fine, but we didn't have much contact with them.
The room was okay for the price. We couldn't have expected much better. However, the noise from other rooms made sleeping impossible. We could actually hear the conversation in the room next door - not muffled sounds - actual conversation. Staff was fine, but we didn't have much contact with them.
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elizabeth
Apr 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very very old fixtures, fridge, microwave. However very clean. My room was small but I do not need much space. I have personally seen and purchased nicer chairs and tables at Goodwill. The desk chair did not adjust, so I sat as a low rider at the desk. Mrs. Patel (mgr) is very kind and suggestfull of places to see in Lawrence. The internet reception kept going in and out so I had to re-connect frequently.
Very very old fixtures, fridge, microwave. However very clean. My room was small but I do not need much space. I have personally seen and purchased nicer chairs and tables at Goodwill. The desk chair did not adjust, so I sat as a low rider at the desk. Mrs. Patel (mgr) is very kind and suggestfull of places to see in Lawrence. The internet reception kept going in and out so I had to re-connect frequently.
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Larry
Aug 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff is helpful. TV service via satellite is spotty
Staff is helpful. TV service via satellite is spotty
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Susan
Nov 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Sound's from adjoining rooms ..even voices..very audible..walls thin..
Sound's from adjoining rooms ..even voices..very audible..walls thin..
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Amber
Oct 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The bed was comfortable, sheets were freshly laundered, and the AC was cold.
The bed was comfortable, sheets were freshly laundered, and the AC was cold.
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Bryce
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very small. The flooring had been replaced but was coming up and in poor condition. Rather expensive for what tou got.
The room was very small. The flooring had been replaced but was coming up and in poor condition. Rather expensive for what tou got.
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Christina
Mar 10, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
For $65/night, it was acceptable- not outstanding. The room did not smell of smoke! That was very important to us. The shower & sink were very slow to drain.
For $65/night, it was acceptable- not outstanding. The room did not smell of smoke! That was very important to us. The shower & sink were very slow to drain.
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Justin
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I have no real words. The first room I was given was already occupied. The second room assigned had a non-working lock, so I moved a chair to keep the door secure. If I was going to stay longer I would have changed rooms for a third time. The WIFI wasn't strong enough to watch T.V. or use a computer. Just not a well maintained establishment.
I have no real words. The first room I was given was already occupied. The second room assigned had a non-working lock, so I moved a chair to keep the door secure. If I was going to stay longer I would have changed rooms for a third time. The WIFI wasn't strong enough to watch T.V. or use a computer. Just not a well maintained establishment.
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Service
Service is frequently praised as friendly and accommodating across the front desk and housekeeping. However, some guests reported check-in problems, after-hours desk closures, refund disputes, and operational hiccups like nonworking keys.
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Bradley
Jan 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were amazing and doing the best they could in the situation. But when I arrived for check in I was informed they didn’t have working room keys so each time I wanted to get in the room I had to get in touch with them to be let in. Was staying in town for NYE so was obviously going to be coming in late at night. Which I did inform the staff of when I checked in and they again did their absolute best to accommodate but it still wound up with me waiting in the cold to have my room I paid for unlocked. If this had been communicated somehow I probably wouldn’t have booked here and I would hesitate to do so in the future.
The staff were amazing and doing the best they could in the situation. But when I arrived for check in I was informed they didn’t have working room keys so each time I wanted to get in the room I had to get in touch with them to be let in. Was staying in town for NYE so was obviously going to be coming in late at night. Which I did inform the staff of when I checked in and they again did their absolute best to accommodate but it still wound up with me waiting in the cold to have my room I paid for unlocked. If this had been communicated somehow I probably wouldn’t have booked here and I would hesitate to do so in the future.
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Allison
Mar 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The wonderful couple that runs this hotel are truly wonderful. They love the community and want you to truly enjoy your stay… if anything is missing or you need extra supplies politely ask they are more than willing to accommodate. I’ve been treated so kindly while traveling with my children
The wonderful couple that runs this hotel are truly wonderful. They love the community and want you to truly enjoy your stay… if anything is missing or you need extra supplies politely ask they are more than willing to accommodate. I’ve been treated so kindly while traveling with my children
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Dell
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The price was amazing, the staff were cheerful and friendly. I was always greeted with a smile from everyone from front desk attendants to housekeeping. Room was clean and comfortable.
The price was amazing, the staff were cheerful and friendly. I was always greeted with a smile from everyone from front desk attendants to housekeeping. Room was clean and comfortable.
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Heidi
Aug 2, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The front desk personnel were super helpful with tourism ideas and the rest of the staff were friendly. The room was clean and the hotel location was good for driving to attractions.
The front desk personnel were super helpful with tourism ideas and the rest of the staff were friendly. The room was clean and the hotel location was good for driving to attractions.
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Jennifer
Dec 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I've stayed in my fair share of motels over the years, but this had to be the worst experience I've ever had. The place was ok, not great, which was what we expected, all we needed was a place to crash and get some sleep for one night. The trouble started around 2:00 AM, loud jumping and stomping around in the room above us, then escalating to yelling. We tried calling the front desk, but no answer, got dressed and went up, it was locked --apparently they don't staff the place at night and no one monitors the phone! We tried sleeping again with loud white noise turned all the way up, but it didn't help. The yelling turned worse and it sounded like they were arguing and possibly on something. We finally called the police, and that helped for a little bit (the cop was also surprised the front desk was closed) and couldn't get the people in the room to answer. In the morning we tried to see about getting a refund, but the lady at the desk didn't have the power to do that. We asked for a call from management... it's been two days and counting and no word back. Very frustrating, we just wanted a safe place to sleep and couldn't even get that!
I've stayed in my fair share of motels over the years, but this had to be the worst experience I've ever had. The place was ok, not great, which was what we expected, all we needed was a place to crash and get some sleep for one night. The trouble started around 2:00 AM, loud jumping and stomping around in the room above us, then escalating to yelling. We tried calling the front desk, but no answer, got dressed and went up, it was locked --apparently they don't staff the place at night and no one monitors the phone! We tried sleeping again with loud white noise turned all the way up, but it didn't help. The yelling turned worse and it sounded like they were arguing and possibly on something. We finally called the police, and that helped for a little bit (the cop was also surprised the front desk was closed) and couldn't get the people in the room to answer. In the morning we tried to see about getting a refund, but the lady at the desk didn't have the power to do that. We asked for a call from management... it's been two days and counting and no word back. Very frustrating, we just wanted a safe place to sleep and couldn't even get that!
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Jerod
Nov 16, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
I booked a room for 4 nights as i was in town for work, on day 3 we moved work locations and i checked out a day early. I asked for a refund for the final night the lady said that i have to go through Hotels.com to get my refund. I contacted them and they said that they will get ahold of the property manager and see what they can do. They refused my refund and charged me for a night that i wasn't even there
I booked a room for 4 nights as i was in town for work, on day 3 we moved work locations and i checked out a day early. I asked for a refund for the final night the lady said that i have to go through Hotels.com to get my refund. I contacted them and they said that they will get ahold of the property manager and see what they can do. They refused my refund and charged me for a night that i wasn't even there
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Leona
Jul 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and accommodating.
Very friendly and accommodating.
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Courtney
Feb 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I checked in for one night in January and it was one of the worst hotel experiences I've had. The room I got had chips in the bed and the pillows were yellow and filthy. I went down to the desk to switch rooms, not too happy because I was exhausted and it was cold outside. They gave me a different room, which i appreciated. However, I had left some items up in my original room and had to go back to the front desk to have them let me back in to the first room to grab them. They did. Then I realized that I had left my cell phone in my first room and had to go BACK to the front desk to have them let me in again. The guy working the front desk actually said to me "You've already been back in here 2 times ma'am", as if I was doing something wrong. Guess what? I wouldnt have HAD to come back to the desk at all if I had been placed in a room that wasn't dirty! Another employee did apologize to me for his coworker's behavior when I checked out the next day, but I don't appreciate being shamed for having to deal with an inconvenience THEY caused. I'll never stay here again.
I checked in for one night in January and it was one of the worst hotel experiences I've had. The room I got had chips in the bed and the pillows were yellow and filthy. I went down to the desk to switch rooms, not too happy because I was exhausted and it was cold outside. They gave me a different room, which i appreciated. However, I had left some items up in my original room and had to go back to the front desk to have them let me back in to the first room to grab them. They did. Then I realized that I had left my cell phone in my first room and had to go BACK to the front desk to have them let me in again. The guy working the front desk actually said to me "You've already been back in here 2 times ma'am", as if I was doing something wrong. Guess what? I wouldnt have HAD to come back to the desk at all if I had been placed in a room that wasn't dirty! Another employee did apologize to me for his coworker's behavior when I checked out the next day, but I don't appreciate being shamed for having to deal with an inconvenience THEY caused. I'll never stay here again.
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Marilyn
Feb 13, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was very friendly and helpful.
The staff was very friendly and helpful.
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Vickie
Oct 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was friendly and prompt to help. The room was clean and comfortable.
The staff was friendly and prompt to help. The room was clean and comfortable.
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Location
Convenient for KU and close to restaurants, grocery, and bus stops. A few reviews mention the surrounding area feeling sketchy at night.
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James
Apr 23, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was newly updated, but the area was kind of sketchy. Breakfast was very limited with just pastries and yogurt.
Room was newly updated, but the area was kind of sketchy. Breakfast was very limited with just pastries and yogurt.
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Stoney
Apr 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Easy access to I-40
Easy access to I-40
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Heidi
Aug 2, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The front desk personnel were super helpful with tourism ideas and the rest of the staff were friendly. The room was clean and the hotel location was good for driving to attractions.
The front desk personnel were super helpful with tourism ideas and the rest of the staff were friendly. The room was clean and the hotel location was good for driving to attractions.
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Dylan
Apr 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Was a quiet place to stay. Towels were all stained with something with an orange color to it. The lamp next to the TV was hanging off of the wall. Screen windows were pretty beat up from the looks as if someone was trying to get in at one point. Had some questionable people hanging around outside at night. Definitely lock you're vehicles.
Was a quiet place to stay. Towels were all stained with something with an orange color to it. The lamp next to the TV was hanging off of the wall. Screen windows were pretty beat up from the looks as if someone was trying to get in at one point. Had some questionable people hanging around outside at night. Definitely lock you're vehicles.
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Tracy
Nov 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The Econo Lodge is a good budget motel. Close to restaurants and grocery. 5 min. drive to KU campus. Our room was clean, modestly updated with new flooring and shower area. Working ice machine, vending and laundry. Room heat/AC worked great. Mini-fridge and microwave included. Manager was very friendly and helpful.
The Econo Lodge is a good budget motel. Close to restaurants and grocery. 5 min. drive to KU campus. Our room was clean, modestly updated with new flooring and shower area. Working ice machine, vending and laundry. Room heat/AC worked great. Mini-fridge and microwave included. Manager was very friendly and helpful.
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Paul
Oct 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hosts were delightful. The room was an excellent value. Nothing fancy, but everything I needed. Great proximity to my event at KU.
The hosts were delightful. The room was an excellent value. Nothing fancy, but everything I needed. Great proximity to my event at KU.
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Ian
Oct 8, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Not a bad place to stay economically on a college game day. Wasn’t expecting the Ritz-Carton for the price I paid. All in all, I would stay there again.
Not a bad place to stay economically on a college game day. Wasn’t expecting the Ritz-Carton for the price I paid. All in all, I would stay there again.
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Kimberly
Aug 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable bed, Safe & clean. Near a grocery, a drugstore & a coffeeshop. Good stay at a good price.
Comfortable bed, Safe & clean. Near a grocery, a drugstore & a coffeeshop. Good stay at a good price.
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Dennis
Oct 21, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
It is very close to Starbucks, bus stop, restaurant and grocery that are walkable. Staff are very friendly.
It is very close to Starbucks, bus stop, restaurant and grocery that are walkable. Staff are very friendly.
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Dining
Breakfast is very limited—typically cereal, bread or packaged pastries, bananas, and coffee—with items often missing and an early cutoff; some reported no breakfast despite listings.
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Amanda
Oct 22, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The room was clean, check in and out was smooth and easy. Breakfast was a coffee machine (tasted like plastic) and cereal.
The room was clean, check in and out was smooth and easy. Breakfast was a coffee machine (tasted like plastic) and cereal.
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Emmy
Oct 18, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Lobby smelled awful. Dark and dank. Breakfast was stale old pre packaged muffins. Breakfast area was dark. Light fixtures falling off the wall in room. Hair dryer didn't work, no iron, and tub bottom was super slippery. Room had connecting door to other room but didn't sound like a double door. Could hear every word from people on room next door. Didn't feel safe and ended up changing hotels.
Lobby smelled awful. Dark and dank. Breakfast was stale old pre packaged muffins. Breakfast area was dark. Light fixtures falling off the wall in room. Hair dryer didn't work, no iron, and tub bottom was super slippery. Room had connecting door to other room but didn't sound like a double door. Could hear every word from people on room next door. Didn't feel safe and ended up changing hotels.
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Julianne
Sep 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very basic room. Breakfast not good.
Very basic room. Breakfast not good.
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WAYNE
Jun 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room with good TV. No ice bucket and ice machine not working. Pool appeared to be abandoned. Continental breakfast was almost nonexistent with no juice or yogurt even. Facility shows decline. I hope they get busy and correct. A family type operation that needs help. People were courteous.
Clean room with good TV. No ice bucket and ice machine not working. Pool appeared to be abandoned. Continental breakfast was almost nonexistent with no juice or yogurt even. Facility shows decline. I hope they get busy and correct. A family type operation that needs help. People were courteous.
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Lucinda
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Continental breakfast could hardly be called that. There was cereal, bread, jelly, three bananas and coffee. The premises are unkempt and the rooms have light fixtures the were falling off the wall.
The Continental breakfast could hardly be called that. There was cereal, bread, jelly, three bananas and coffee. The premises are unkempt and the rooms have light fixtures the were falling off the wall.
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Darren
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We were disappointed in cost at about $200 a night but we’re hoping for a good night sleep and hot breakfast when we booked! When we got here Found beds comfy, room smelled good, price dropped, pool was closed. No other amenities, shower doesn’t drain, Bathroom commode / toilet in separate room and is very crowded with shower. And the worst breakfast ends at 9am and not Hot - it’s grab and go donuts and coffee. We could have stayed elsewhere for less with a lot more to do and hot breakfast!
We were disappointed in cost at about $200 a night but we’re hoping for a good night sleep and hot breakfast when we booked! When we got here Found beds comfy, room smelled good, price dropped, pool was closed. No other amenities, shower doesn’t drain, Bathroom commode / toilet in separate room and is very crowded with shower. And the worst breakfast ends at 9am and not Hot - it’s grab and go donuts and coffee. We could have stayed elsewhere for less with a lot more to do and hot breakfast!
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Pamela
Oct 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The breakfast area was clean.There was no milk for cereal provided. No other choices available. It looked like everything was already gone. We had no breakfast.
The breakfast area was clean.There was no milk for cereal provided. No other choices available. It looked like everything was already gone. We had no breakfast.
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Missy
Nov 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
breakfast was very minimal. cereal, coffee and bananas
breakfast was very minimal. cereal, coffee and bananas
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Roman
Nov 16, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Despite what the listing says, there is no free breakfast. Given this was the reason I selected this hotel, I’m not impressed.
Despite what the listing says, there is no free breakfast. Given this was the reason I selected this hotel, I’m not impressed.
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David A.
Aug 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
NO REAL CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST. No juice, donuts all gone (ants in the empty box), nothing but two choices of cereal NOTHING but a bunch of bananas, lol
NO REAL CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST. No juice, donuts all gone (ants in the empty box), nothing but two choices of cereal NOTHING but a bunch of bananas, lol
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Jean-Marie
Aug 13, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
It's a good place and employees are very helpful understanding and rooms are clean
It's a good place and employees are very helpful understanding and rooms are clean
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Jim
Aug 7, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast options lacking
Breakfast options lacking
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Darren
Aug 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent experience. The manager was very accommodating to me and my wife, who is disabled and in a wheelchair. He made our stay a huge succe
Excellent experience. The manager was very accommodating to me and my wife, who is disabled and in a wheelchair. He made our stay a huge succe
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billy
Jul 21, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Stairs need updating they were rusted and dangerous. The room was awful and the bed was too Firm and hard .creepy people were around all day . Not a good place to stay .
Stairs need updating they were rusted and dangerous. The room was awful and the bed was too Firm and hard .creepy people were around all day . Not a good place to stay .
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Erin
Jun 2, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room, staff was friendly, air condone will freeze you out so that's good. It's cozy there.
Clean room, staff was friendly, air condone will freeze you out so that's good. It's cozy there.
FAQs about Econo Lodge Lawrence near University
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Complimentary breakfast is provided, though specific serving hours are not detailed.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a maximum pet fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 3:00 PM and check-out time is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
Accessibility features include step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms, though specific details on bathrooms and pool access are not provided.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Lawrence (Sunset Hills), within a 5-minute drive of the University of Kansas and Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center, and approximately 1.5 miles from the Lied Center of Kansas and 2.2 miles from the Lawrence Arts Center.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-15: 62.94806080335617USD
- 2026-09-16: 64.91201934415817USD
- 2026-09-17: 68.91202089857101USD
- 2026-09-18: 86.9012477960968USD
- 2026-09-19: 86.81598422512054USD
- 2026-09-20: 64.72743273675918USD
- 2026-09-21: 62.738137225666044USD
- 2026-09-22: 62.406282779827116USD
- 2026-09-23: 62.94806080335617USD
- 2026-09-24: 66.94433400234223USD
- 2026-09-25: 88.938998722229USD
- 2026-09-26: 88.938998722229USD
- 2026-09-27: 62.69929542131424USD
- 2026-09-28: 62.94806080335617USD
- 2026-09-29: 62.94806080335617USD
- 2026-09-30: 62.94806080335617USD
- 2026-10-01: 73.94422227481842USD
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- 2026-10-19: 73.94422227481842USD
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- 2026-10-25: 73.94422227481842USD
- 2026-10-26: 73.94422227481842USD
- 2026-10-27: 73.94422227481842USD
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- 2026-11-01: 73.94422227481842USD
- 2026-11-02: 73.94422227481842USD
- 2026-11-03: 73.94422227481842USD
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- 2026-11-08: 94.93690577972413USD
- 2026-11-09: 73.94422227481842USD
- 2026-11-10: 73.94422227481842USD
- 2026-11-11: 73.94422227481842USD
- 2026-11-12: 73.94422227481842USD
- 2026-11-13: 76.9407459898758USD
- 2026-11-14: 76.96317774814605USD
- 2026-11-15: 73.94422227481842USD
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for 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.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- 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, a first aid kit, and window guards
- This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- 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.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
- Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Non-Smoking Rooms
Business Center
Dry Cleaning
Banquet Facilities
Safe-Deposit Box
Picnic Area/Tables
Services
Business Center
Dry Cleaning
Banquet Facilities
Safe-Deposit Box
Designated Smoking Area
Self Laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Lockers Available
General
Non-Smoking Rooms
Picnic Area/Tables
Breakfast in the Room
Vending Machines
Activities
Outdoor Fireplace
Internet
Free Wi-Fi