Name: Econo Lodge Cave City
Address: 102 Gardner Lane, Cave City, Kentucky, United States of America, Cave City, Kentucky, US
Price range: $52–$90 per night
Rating: 7.13

What guests think

Reviews of Econo Lodge Cave City highlight very friendly staff, generally clean rooms with hard floors, and a convenient location near Mammoth Cave and local restaurants, alongside an outdoor pool that many guests enjoyed despite early closing hours.

Rooms are basic and often comfortable, with some updated features, but noise from other guests is sometimes mentioned. Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many describe clean stays, while recurring complaints mention roaches or other bugs, mold or mildew in bathrooms and ceilings, and occasional odors. Breakfast is simple and limited, and maintenance or policy issues (weak water pressure, toilet flush problems, early key deactivation, and room assignment errors) appear in several reviews. Overall, expect a low-cost, no-frills stay with variable quality.

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Facilities

The outdoor pool is generally clean and enjoyable, though several note it closes at 8 pm; the property is pet friendly.

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Jennifer

Aug 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Was great except the room we were staying in had a gap on sides and bottom of door thus allowing bugs to get in. Other than cosmetic issues told it needed remodeling. Pool was amazing on the outdoor patio. Beds were very comfy n cozy. Walkable to the Mexican restaurant for food. Customer service was amazing and the light breakfast was good.

8

Eric

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

For the price you really can't beat this. The Continental breakfast and pool were worth the stay alone and the staff was super great also.

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Sherry

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall it was a good stay. Pool was great. In room 169, there was a dead cockroach and the toilet doesn’t flush unless you continue to hold down the handle. Even then, it’s slow to go down if it does. Bed was comfortable. Breakfast is cereal, toast, bagels, and yogurt. To drink is coffee, orange juice and apple juice. There is Cracker Barrel and McDonalds across the street.

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Lisa

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Cute, clean hotel close to major tourist attractions. Nice clean pool. No frills breakfast in morning that was good. Easy to bring a pet. Ample parking.

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Belinda

Aug 6, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Parking a little inadequate

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Mary

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was told pool was inside but later found out it was inside court yard and closed at 8pm..room celing had black spots all over it..killed a roach crawling across floor..low water pressure in shower and no slip strips in shower tub.

8

Joseph

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Really enjoyed our stay we had such a a fun time, it's quiet, we enjoyed the pool and really nice staff as well, also the room we stayed in was really nice.

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Adam

Jan 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My room was quite comfortable, especially for a pet friendly hotel. All I had to do was let them know I had only had to pay a small fee, unlike most places that wanted $50 to $100 that I looked up. The only down side I had is that the tile bathroom will NOT get warm no matter how high the heat is in the winter. So bring slippers or a thick towel to stand on.

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Kristen

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We were skeptical at first, being this is not a huge brand name hotel we are used to, but much cleaner than some of them for sure! I will tell you that the people in the area dont smile when you smile, but we were greeted by a gemtleman with a genuine smile who was kind, funny, and efficiently got us booked in. I was impressed how clean the lobby and room acrually were. The beds and pillows were super confmy, the room smelled clean, the water is nice and hot and the fridge kept my drinks very cold. The outdoor pool was well kept and relaxing. All of this for such a reasonable rate We will def come back to stay next time we are in town.

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jorie

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was quiet but friendly . Room was clean and smelled good and perfect by the wonderful pool. The pool was a highlight for sure . Only small complaint was little mold in bathroom behind the door and the bathroom door did not shut , the door was bigger than the frame so you just had to hold it shut while using the facilities . Was hopeful for waffles for the kids but it was just cereal and bagels. But it did the job

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Cleanliness

Reports are mixed: many guests found rooms and floors clean, but multiple reviews cite roaches or other bugs, mold or mildew in bathrooms or ceilings, odors, and inconsistent housekeeping during multi-night stays.

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Joseph

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room we had appeared to be in rather poor shape. Was the cheapest room we selected for an overnight travel stay, but did not know till we checked in that is was a smoking room. We checked in fairly late at night, and was supposedly a last room so accepted it. The room smelled heavy of smoking but initially appeared pretty clean and tidy. The shower wall was cracked. The tissue box only had (x1) kleenex tissue left in it. The bed was super comfortable. Found out in the morning that the textured ceiling had A LOT of blackness to it very much like black mold. Maybe that was from smoking or vaping, but the white walls were very clean. The bed sheets had multiple cigarette burns and maybe a wax stain. The rest of the facility, grounds and staff was great. Maybe we got the worst room at this hotel location. I feel that room should not have been rented out and we should have moved on to another hotel.

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Jamie

Jul 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

ROOM VERY DIRTY ON FIRST ARRIVAL FLOORS DIRTY , MOLD AND MILDEW IN SHOWER AND SHOWER CURTAIN, TOILET SEAT NOT ATTACHED, SOME OUTLETS DID NOT WORK AND AIR CONDITIONER WOULD NOT TURN ON IF LAMP WAS ON.

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Amanda

Dec 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There were definitely bugs in the room.

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Harry Keith

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean, staff was pleasant, bed and pillows comfy. Would have no problem with staying here again.

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Brenda

Aug 19, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The rooms were clean upon arrival. Coffee was always on and breakfast items were available each morning. We stayed 4 days. Our rooms were never cleaned or given fresh towels, even after we requested to have rooms cleaned and let them know we left tips for service. We were able to get a couple pool towels after the 2nd day of not being cleaned. If it wasn't for the lack of cleaning, we would have really enjoyed the stay.

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Krystal

Aug 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room wasnt swept before we arrived. Had dead roaches on the floor. Seen 2 alive. No one seemed to care when told.

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Kristofer

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room smelled like ammonia and dog pee and the linoleum flooring had gaps everywhere. Asked for another room

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Mary

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was told pool was inside but later found out it was inside court yard and closed at 8pm..room celing had black spots all over it..killed a roach crawling across floor..low water pressure in shower and no slip strips in shower tub.

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Kevin

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

only there for a nite, everything was ok other than shower was very moldy so we were not able to bathe.

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Manuel

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Roaches in our room

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Rooms

Rooms are basic, some recently updated, and beds are often comfortable, though a few guests found them hard or in need of replacement; noise from neighboring guests and thin walls is sometimes mentioned.

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John

Jun 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel has been renovated since the last time we stayed here. Room was modern and clean, check in was easy.

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Ronnie

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place, could use new mattress in room we are staying in

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JAMES

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was booked in a smoking room - desk said they were full - maybe they were, maybe they weren’t no stopper for bathtub. Thin walls. Not the hotel’s fault but the Mexican food across the parking lot was mid at best

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Amanda

Feb 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The beds are awesome, feels like a feather bed, the rooms are excellent,

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Amy

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel.was ok. Small rooms for thw price. Guy at front desk was great. Pool is small. Breakfast was a joke. Wires exposed under one of the sinks. Bedding not very clean

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Diane

Apr 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean floor and room. Bed was hard.

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Jennifer

Sep 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was quick and easy. The hotel was located within a few minutes of several restaurants and gas stations. Also not far from many attractions. The room was clean and very spacious, And the bed was very comfortable as well.

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Sara

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I like the hard floors (no carpet) and the rooms were clean and updated. Plenty of outlets. The outside needs updates but the pool was very nice and clean. I didn't like needing to walk on the outside of the hotel to get to the front desk. They dont permit guests to use the pass through door by the pool. They also track how many pool towels they give you by your room number. Which worries me they are going to charge me if they cant find one in my room when they clean it. The biggest issue we had was they deactivated our room keys in the morning so we always had to leaving someone in the room when we packed things up in the morning. We nearly got locked out of our rooms with purses and valuables inside. I have never had a hotel do this. Mind you check out was 11am and we noticed the keys deactivated at 8am. I told the desk about it and he said he would tell his boss but by that time we were already packed up. The room was worth the value and stay but the policies and practices of management are nothing i have encountered before at any other hotel.

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Edgar

May 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I liked the price and location, however the people beside us was loud and drank all night long. The water pressure in the room was very low. Staff however were super friendly.

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Kristen

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We were skeptical at first, being this is not a huge brand name hotel we are used to, but much cleaner than some of them for sure! I will tell you that the people in the area dont smile when you smile, but we were greeted by a gemtleman with a genuine smile who was kind, funny, and efficiently got us booked in. I was impressed how clean the lobby and room acrually were. The beds and pillows were super confmy, the room smelled clean, the water is nice and hot and the fridge kept my drinks very cold. The outdoor pool was well kept and relaxing. All of this for such a reasonable rate We will def come back to stay next time we are in town.

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Service

Staff are frequently praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful with quick check-ins; however, some report issues such as room type mix-ups, limited responsiveness to maintenance problems, and early key deactivation policies.

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Amanda car

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Got there, they didn’t have the room we booked.

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Jeannella

Jun 20, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Employees were very nice and helpful.

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William

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property I gave a good rating, it was clean, the pool was clean, etc. Check in I gave a low rating. I booked a 2 queen bed room, arrived went to the room and it was a 1 bed room. Went back to the front desk, I showed her my reservation that it said 2 queen room. She looked and her side on her computer said 1, and started asking me questions if I changed or made any changes like I was lying. She made a few phone calls and informed me her side showed 1 bed and I wouldn’t have got a 2 bed for the price I paid. I informed her I used key cash also to book it. She said she would move us but I had to pay $10 more, or I could call hotels.com. We were tired and I was frustrated so I paid it and chalked it up. The property is ok, I would suggest calling to make sure you get what you pay for. Id prolly stay somewhere else next time for the way I was treated.

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Christopher

Feb 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff

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Ann

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Toliet would flush when it wanted- had the guy at front desk come. He finally got to flush and then the next day was not flushing again. I was told that he would call his manager and never heard back. Bathroom light also had problems turning on- had to keep pushing the switch until it would finally go on. Remote also barely worked and when i pushed the buttons on the side of the tv it would only change input.

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Tylor

Jun 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

They deactivate your key cards around 9 am. The vending machines steal your money and the hot water works sometimes. I wouldn't stay here again if given the choice. The rooms were clean, but the bed was springy and the doors didn't shut securely.

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Sara

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I like the hard floors (no carpet) and the rooms were clean and updated. Plenty of outlets. The outside needs updates but the pool was very nice and clean. I didn't like needing to walk on the outside of the hotel to get to the front desk. They dont permit guests to use the pass through door by the pool. They also track how many pool towels they give you by your room number. Which worries me they are going to charge me if they cant find one in my room when they clean it. The biggest issue we had was they deactivated our room keys in the morning so we always had to leaving someone in the room when we packed things up in the morning. We nearly got locked out of our rooms with purses and valuables inside. I have never had a hotel do this. Mind you check out was 11am and we noticed the keys deactivated at 8am. I told the desk about it and he said he would tell his boss but by that time we were already packed up. The room was worth the value and stay but the policies and practices of management are nothing i have encountered before at any other hotel.

10

Fred

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean and staff was very friendly and helpful.

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Rui

Nov 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Yes amazing. Staff very nice. Super welcoming. Super fast check in. Nice guy. Shukria !

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Jennifer

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very helpful and the room was clean and comfortable! Would stay again

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Location

Convenient for visiting Mammoth Cave and area attractions, with easy access to highways, restaurants, and gas stations; several guests appreciated the quiet setting and walkability to nearby dining.

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Natasha

Jun 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, comfy rooms, plus there is a pool! The hotel is minutes from restaurants and local attractions.

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Athanasios

Jul 11, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Walking distance to restaurants.

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Ed

Jun 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Central to lots of area attractions, quiet.

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Alina

Jun 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to Mammoth Cave National Park

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Lisa

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Cute, clean hotel close to major tourist attractions. Nice clean pool. No frills breakfast in morning that was good. Easy to bring a pet. Ample parking.

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Jennifer

Sep 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was quick and easy. The hotel was located within a few minutes of several restaurants and gas stations. Also not far from many attractions. The room was clean and very spacious, And the bed was very comfortable as well.

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Angel

May 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was basic but close to Mammoth Cave. Exactly what I needed.

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Edgar

May 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I liked the price and location, however the people beside us was loud and drank all night long. The water pressure in the room was very low. Staff however were super friendly.

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Candy

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Conveniently located off the highway

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Jessica

Jun 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location! Comfy.

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Dining

Breakfast is very basic and limited (mainly cereal, bread, yogurt, coffee, and juice), with occasional issues like lukewarm coffee, sour milk, and limited seating; some felt it was fine for the price.

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James

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

most everything was good, except at 6:15 my next morning, i went for a cup of hot coffee, and coffee was only pee warm

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Amanda

Jun 29, 2023

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We arrived at the property after 6 pm and were told we had to wait so they could clean the floor. We wasted some time and came back 45 minutes later and the floor was still filthy with hair everywhere. I told the staff and they said they cleaned it but would do it again but they didn’t. The breakfast was non-existent so I would plan to pack plenty of food or go out to eat.

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Eric

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

For the price you really can't beat this. The Continental breakfast and pool were worth the stay alone and the staff was super great also.

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Ruby

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and clean, stayed 3 nights, convenient to arc and creation museum, Jalesco Mexican food great next door, swimming pool, small breakfast room to eat, not much to eat, but good for the money 😊

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Cesar

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Fine for staying a few nights in the area. Concerning breakfast offering because the milk was sour both mornings we were there

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Jason

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Free breakfast was just coffe/juice and prepackaged muffins and such. Room was fine for what i needed it for, a shower and a nap to get back on the road very early. Would not stay here multiple days.

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Sherry

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall it was a good stay. Pool was great. In room 169, there was a dead cockroach and the toilet doesn’t flush unless you continue to hold down the handle. Even then, it’s slow to go down if it does. Bed was comfortable. Breakfast is cereal, toast, bagels, and yogurt. To drink is coffee, orange juice and apple juice. There is Cracker Barrel and McDonalds across the street.

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Jacob

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I got this place as replacement for failed reservation in non existent scam reservation. Everything was perfect and free breakfast was appreciated!

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Christie

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

3stars. Room was adequate. Pillows were decent sized. Fine place to just sleep for the night. Breakfast was extremely limited. No protein whatsoever. Bread products, cereal & fruits. Coffee, juice. That’s it. 3 tables to sit at in a huge lobby with a ton of hotel rooms. People were standing at the breakfast counter eating because of the limited seating. Pool was open but we didn’t use it. It’s about 15 min from mammoth caves.

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jorie

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was quiet but friendly . Room was clean and smelled good and perfect by the wonderful pool. The pool was a highlight for sure . Only small complaint was little mold in bathroom behind the door and the bathroom door did not shut , the door was bigger than the frame so you just had to hold it shut while using the facilities . Was hopeful for waffles for the kids but it was just cereal and bagels. But it did the job

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Month	Average price
January	$52
February	$46
March	$52
April	$50
May	$51
June	$52
July	$55
August	$55
September	$54
October	$49
November	$47
December	$43

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 $90	19 $61
20 $52	21 $52	22 $52	23 $52	24 $52	25 $58	26 $55
27 $55	28 $55	29 $55	30 $52

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $55	2 $58	3 $56
4 $55	5 $53	6 $53	7 $53	8 $53	9 $56	10 $56
11 $53	12 $53	13 $53	14 $53	15 $53	16 $56	17 $56
18 $53	19 $53	20 $53	21 $53	22 $53	23 $56	24 $56
25 $53	26 $53	27 $53	28 $53	29 $53	30 $56	31 $56

Econo Lodge Cave City

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