Name: Econo Lodge Lake City-North
Address: 178 Southwest Florida Gateway Drive, Lake City, Florida, United States of America, Lake City, Florida, US
Price range: US$55–US$82 per night
Rating: 6.9

What guests think

Reviews of Econo Lodge Lake City-North depict an older, budget motel where basic rooms are generally clean but show wear, some cleanliness lapses, and pronounced highway noise, making it most suitable for short, no-frills stays.

Several guests report safety concerns around the parking area and late-night activity. Rooms are dated with occasional maintenance issues, and breakfast is limited or inconsistent. Staff interactions are often warm and helpful, though some encountered check-in delays, unreachable front desk, or a cash-only deposit that slowed checkout. Expect basic, budget lodging with trade-offs.

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Service

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Facilities

Facilities are limited; the pool drew mixed remarks, with one guest enjoying it and another citing confusion about closure, while the parking area saw recurring safety concerns.

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6

Robin

24 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Was advised pool was closed at check in and then told it was open the entire time at check out. The tissue in bathroom has mold on it

10

Stephen

7 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel room and all the amenities were sufficient. The outside was somewhat uncomfortable due to guests hanging outside their rooms and around their vehicles past midnight.

2

Joseph

13 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When we pulled up to our room, there were four cars running with people sitting inside of them smoking weed. They sat and watched us take our possessions into our room making me feel unsafe. The room next door had their garbage can outside overflowing with trash. I was afraid to leave for dinner as they may break into our room.

2

grace

23 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Was somewhat better than the other hotel we booked thru site that was next door that was uninhabitable. Didn't find live bugs and the floors were at least mopped. Towels were clean and fresh. Beds were hard. The grounds were well kept. Breakfast was disappointing. Disappointing hotels.com would even offer both of those hotels. I only have photos of the 1st hotel so I'll not add to this survey.

6

David

2 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,358 nights

The hotel was very old. Door was a bit rotted on bottom corner. There was a room which appeared occupied but the door remained open almost entire night. Another person was sleeping in their car just down from ours. The hotel seemed clean and safe, but not entirely sure.

10

Stacey

23 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was fast and friendly. The pool was enjoyable. Room was clean.

4

Mark

1 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

After we arrived there was a man walking through the parking lot trying to open the doors of vehicles. I tried to call the front desk to let them know, but no one answered. Their door to the room locked but the bolt on top was broken. Overall, this was not a safe environment to stay and I would not recommend.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is mixed: multiple reviewers found rooms clean, but others noted dirty walls and linens, mold or damp odors, and sightings of roaches or bed bugs.

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4

William

4 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room needed updating. There was mold in the bathroom. The room also had a very damp smell to it.

4

DeAnna

31 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When we first arrived (8pm) there was a sign on the door saying that the staff was out and would be back soon. We waited about 10 mins and finally 2 workers showed up. One was VERY friendly and helpful, she asked the other coworker to register the keys for our room and the coworker straight out said "No. I'm not clocked in yet" with a very 'don't bother me now' tone in her voice. Getting to the room - The walls were very dirty. The shower had stains all over it. The bathroom door has been torn apart at the bottom (I have pictures of everything). Also when I tried to plug in my phone charger, found out that out of 4 outlets in the room, only 1 plug was available and it wasn't very accessable... Very inconvenient.

2

Luis

4 Feb 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Bed bugs messed me all up.

6

Angela

16 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property and room were clean. The bed was a little more firm than we like but was not terrible. The only real let down was the noise from the interstate. All hours of the night we heard emergency vehicles and the traffic from the interstate. We would stay again if needed but would definitely ask for a room far far far away from the interstate.

8

John

25 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Its about what you expect from this chain - inexpensive, no-frills accommodations. Clean room, outdated but functional decor.

2

Kari

3 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room wasn’t very clean, the blankets were trashy looking, but the cockroaches were the worst part.

8

Mary

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was our evacuation hotel, 3 adults, one infant and 2 dogs. The rooms were old, but well kept and clean. Beds were comfortable. Because of all the evacuated, the continental breakfast was minimal. Staff was super freindly and helpful. Overall a good stay, just older facility with older appliances and amenities.

4

Lindsey

15 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The pull out bed had dirty sheets

2

Erica

19 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Had to move rooms twice the first room the tv didn’t work the second room the bed was broken an the phone wouldn’t work then the third room we woke up an seen roaches

10

Carla

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and quiet. Convenient for the springs and shops.

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Rooms

Rooms are dated and no-frills, with intermittent maintenance problems (e.g., broken lock or bolt, nonworking TV/phone, limited outlets) and notable noise from the interstate; bed comfort varies from comfortable to firm or hard.

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DeAnna

31 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When we first arrived (8pm) there was a sign on the door saying that the staff was out and would be back soon. We waited about 10 mins and finally 2 workers showed up. One was VERY friendly and helpful, she asked the other coworker to register the keys for our room and the coworker straight out said "No. I'm not clocked in yet" with a very 'don't bother me now' tone in her voice. Getting to the room - The walls were very dirty. The shower had stains all over it. The bathroom door has been torn apart at the bottom (I have pictures of everything). Also when I tried to plug in my phone charger, found out that out of 4 outlets in the room, only 1 plug was available and it wasn't very accessable... Very inconvenient.

6

Patti

21 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Noisy band

6

Sherry

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very noisy do to highway, no breakfast a vender issue!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! No cold water, Luke warm!!!!!

6

Angela

16 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property and room were clean. The bed was a little more firm than we like but was not terrible. The only real let down was the noise from the interstate. All hours of the night we heard emergency vehicles and the traffic from the interstate. We would stay again if needed but would definitely ask for a room far far far away from the interstate.

8

John

25 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Its about what you expect from this chain - inexpensive, no-frills accommodations. Clean room, outdated but functional decor.

8

Mary

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was our evacuation hotel, 3 adults, one infant and 2 dogs. The rooms were old, but well kept and clean. Beds were comfortable. Because of all the evacuated, the continental breakfast was minimal. Staff was super freindly and helpful. Overall a good stay, just older facility with older appliances and amenities.

2

grace

23 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Was somewhat better than the other hotel we booked thru site that was next door that was uninhabitable. Didn't find live bugs and the floors were at least mopped. Towels were clean and fresh. Beds were hard. The grounds were well kept. Breakfast was disappointing. Disappointing hotels.com would even offer both of those hotels. I only have photos of the 1st hotel so I'll not add to this survey.

2

Erica

19 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Had to move rooms twice the first room the tv didn’t work the second room the bed was broken an the phone wouldn’t work then the third room we woke up an seen roaches

8

Jill

14 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was adequate. The beds and room was clean. The motel is old and needs some updates, but the staff was very friendly. We felt safe staying here. For the price, it was ok for one night.

4

Mark

1 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

After we arrived there was a man walking through the parking lot trying to open the doors of vehicles. I tried to call the front desk to let them know, but no one answered. Their door to the room locked but the bolt on top was broken. Overall, this was not a safe environment to stay and I would not recommend.

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Service

Many guests praise friendly, accommodating front desk staff and efficient check-in, but others reported delays, unreachable staff, and a cash-only deposit that complicated checkout.

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10

Scott

15 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient and friendly staff. Good rates.

4

DeAnna

31 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When we first arrived (8pm) there was a sign on the door saying that the staff was out and would be back soon. We waited about 10 mins and finally 2 workers showed up. One was VERY friendly and helpful, she asked the other coworker to register the keys for our room and the coworker straight out said "No. I'm not clocked in yet" with a very 'don't bother me now' tone in her voice. Getting to the room - The walls were very dirty. The shower had stains all over it. The bathroom door has been torn apart at the bottom (I have pictures of everything). Also when I tried to plug in my phone charger, found out that out of 4 outlets in the room, only 1 plug was available and it wasn't very accessable... Very inconvenient.

10

Therman

25 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff is great and also they still have smoking rooms… 👍

10

Arie

5 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The gentleman at front desk was extremely accommodating and helpful. Took care of us and was kind enough to clear the area of our room from guest who were talking outside

8

Mary

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was our evacuation hotel, 3 adults, one infant and 2 dogs. The rooms were old, but well kept and clean. Beds were comfortable. Because of all the evacuated, the continental breakfast was minimal. Staff was super freindly and helpful. Overall a good stay, just older facility with older appliances and amenities.

6

Jack

24 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Not bad for a night. Staff are friendly, helpful and make stay pleasant.

10

Juan

16 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff

6

Alexandria

8 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We were not informed that there was a cash only deposit. We were told we would be given a refund the next morning at check out. At 7:30am upon checkout I was told that they couldn’t “check the room” and there would be a bit of a wait. What? Seriously? I paid with a credit card that they said they do not keep on file and that was why they required cash. Never heard of anything like this! She expected us to wait until 9 when housekeeping could “count the pillows, sheets, towels” etc. This was completely unacceptable. It was not our problem that the place was understaffed. Ultimately, we were given our deposit back, but I had to be very firm with the front desk person that the hotels lack of capability to accommodate its guest was not my problem and that I would not be delaying my trip an hour and a half at minimum to check out. We wiill not be staying here again, nor would I recommend it to anyone.

10

Sheri

18 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great front desk..friendly and efficient.

4

Mark

1 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

After we arrived there was a man walking through the parking lot trying to open the doors of vehicles. I tried to call the front desk to let them know, but no one answered. Their door to the room locked but the bolt on top was broken. Overall, this was not a safe environment to stay and I would not recommend.

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Location

Convenient to the interstate and some shops/springs, but multiple reviews mention heavy traffic noise and uneasy surroundings due to loitering and suspicious activity.

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Stephen

7 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel room and all the amenities were sufficient. The outside was somewhat uncomfortable due to guests hanging outside their rooms and around their vehicles past midnight.

2

sally

20 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Not a safe place to stay. Massage parlor next door and ladies only staying in the room for an hour then back to the massage parlor.

2

Joseph

13 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When we pulled up to our room, there were four cars running with people sitting inside of them smoking weed. They sat and watched us take our possessions into our room making me feel unsafe. The room next door had their garbage can outside overflowing with trash. I was afraid to leave for dinner as they may break into our room.

6

Patti

21 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Noisy band

6

Sherry

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very noisy do to highway, no breakfast a vender issue!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! No cold water, Luke warm!!!!!

6

Angela

16 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property and room were clean. The bed was a little more firm than we like but was not terrible. The only real let down was the noise from the interstate. All hours of the night we heard emergency vehicles and the traffic from the interstate. We would stay again if needed but would definitely ask for a room far far far away from the interstate.

6

David

2 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,358 nights

The hotel was very old. Door was a bit rotted on bottom corner. There was a room which appeared occupied but the door remained open almost entire night. Another person was sleeping in their car just down from ours. The hotel seemed clean and safe, but not entirely sure.

10

Enmanuel

19 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice and clean, close to the interstate.

10

Carla

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and quiet. Convenient for the springs and shops.

4

Mark

1 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

After we arrived there was a man walking through the parking lot trying to open the doors of vehicles. I tried to call the front desk to let them know, but no one answered. Their door to the room locked but the bolt on top was broken. Overall, this was not a safe environment to stay and I would not recommend.

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Dining

Breakfast quality and availability appear limited, with reports of no breakfast due to a vendor issue and disappointing or minimal options during busy periods.

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6

Sherry

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very noisy do to highway, no breakfast a vender issue!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! No cold water, Luke warm!!!!!

8

Mary

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was our evacuation hotel, 3 adults, one infant and 2 dogs. The rooms were old, but well kept and clean. Beds were comfortable. Because of all the evacuated, the continental breakfast was minimal. Staff was super freindly and helpful. Overall a good stay, just older facility with older appliances and amenities.

2

grace

23 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Was somewhat better than the other hotel we booked thru site that was next door that was uninhabitable. Didn't find live bugs and the floors were at least mopped. Towels were clean and fresh. Beds were hard. The grounds were well kept. Breakfast was disappointing. Disappointing hotels.com would even offer both of those hotels. I only have photos of the 1st hotel so I'll not add to this survey.

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Month	Average price
January	US$69
February	US$72
March	US$71
April	US$61
May	US$69
June	US$65
July	US$64
August	US$73
September	US$75
October	US$71
November	US$67
December	US$68

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15 $60	16 $55	17 $62	18 $71	19 $71
20 $57	21 $57	22 $57	23 $58	24 $58	25 $66	26 $66
27 $57	28 $64	29 $58	30 $58

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $66	2 $74	3 $74
4 $66	5 $66	6 $66	7 $66	8 $66	9 $74	10 $74
11 $66	12 $66	13 $70	14 $70	15 $70	16 $80	17 $80
18 $74	19 $73	20 $72	21 $72	22 $72	23 $82	24 $79
25 $72	26 $72	27 $72	28 $72	29 $72	30 $80	31 $80

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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