Name: Econo Lodge Williamsburg Historic Area
Address: 442 Parkway Drive, Virginia, United States of America, Williamsburg City County, US
Price range: $50–$93 per night
Rating: 7.1

What guests think

Across reviews of Econo Lodge Williamsburg Historic Area, guests describe a budget, no-frills stay with convenient, generally quiet surroundings and variable experiences, balancing low prices and some clean, acceptable rooms against notable issues that affect comfort and consistency.

Many appreciate friendly front-desk interactions and quick check-in, plus proximity to Colonial Williamsburg and Busch Gardens. Common complaints cite dirty floors or linens, odors, occasional roaches or mold, hard mattresses, and maintenance problems like weak hot water, clogged drains, or broken fixtures. Several note the lack of the advertised continental breakfast and limited amenities such as out-of-service ice or vending machines. Overall, expect a very basic, budget stay where value and location compete with inconsistent upkeep and service.

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Facilities

Amenities are basic, with multiple reports of out-of-service ice or vending machines; feedback on the small pool is mixed. A few reviews also mention limited parking.

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Samuel

Jan 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nothing unique about it, but cheap place in Williamsburg to stay for a little while. The area around it is kind of trashy.

6

joanne

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The tv cable was going in and out at times. I thought they did serve a breakfast but did not. The shampoo was empty in the room. I did like the table and 2 chairs. The pool was a nice feature.

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Nancy

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is a dump! When you enter the office to check in, you are greeted by awful food smells. A sign posted at the desk informed us that there is no breakfast served and they are “sorry for the inconvenience.” The staff was not welcoming and were actually arguing with one another when I checked in. To enter the room, we were told that the door “sticks,” and you must pull hard to open it. I headed to get ice with the bucket provided, but an “Out of Order” sign greeted me. The soda machine was also broken. A pool was advertised for this property, but it was a tiny “maybe 10ft by 7ft” “pool” that was filthy. The bed was lumpy and there were only two small pillows-small squares-not standard pillow size. The towels were tattered and had a gray and yellow tinge. The surfaces of the tables, bathroom and floor were sticky and dirty. I have stayed in many hotels, varying from 2 stars to 5 stars, but this was my worst experience. I would NEVER stay at this property again, and I’d advise you to avoid it, too!

8

Allene

Aug 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

One of the most quiet I have ever stayed in. No street noise, or commode flushing nor shower running in another room Clean and I had everything in the room I was expecting. It could use some painting in the room, but for the price you can't beat it.

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Jay

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The bathroom was half painted. The shower delivered barely hot water. Ice machine was broken. Bed was awful.

8

Carrie

Jul 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Location was good. Hardly any parking for the amount of guest. Rooms were fairly clean but definitely need updating!!

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Rebecca

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking seemed very sketchy, we felt like our car could be robbed at any point, day or night. Staff was fine, could be worse. The room was not clean whatsoever, stains and burn wholes on sheets and blankets, spider webs in the corners, floors have not been cleaned in ages... Shower water was not hot between 11am-5am... Had to shower at 4am, which still was a hit or miss...

6

Ramachandran

Oct 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hot coffee ☕ in the lobby may be great for this price. Overall okay for one night stay.

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Michelle

Aug 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We pulled into the parking lot and did not even want to go in. We didn't care that we were going to lose our money. Don't waste your time. Dirty looking and sketchy.

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Vickie L

May 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean, acceptable and served the purpose as needed. There was no ice machine, no drink machine and no continental breakfast as advertised.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: many reviews report dirty floors or linens, odors, stains, mold, or occasional roaches, while others found rooms clean enough. Housekeeping and maintenance standards vary by room.

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John

Jul 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was very dirty and small.

4

Michele

Jul 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

My biggest concerns with this hotel was the dirtiness of the room. The floors were filthy. I walked from the bathroom to the bed and my feet were filthy. The wash cloths and towels looked as if they had been used already. I had to go to the front office to request cleaner wash cloths and towels. They were cordial and polite when I asked for the cleaner washcloths but I should not have to ask. In addition, there was some sort of cigarette burn in the blanket on my bed.

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Jay

Jan 9, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Roaches.

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Rebecca

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking seemed very sketchy, we felt like our car could be robbed at any point, day or night. Staff was fine, could be worse. The room was not clean whatsoever, stains and burn wholes on sheets and blankets, spider webs in the corners, floors have not been cleaned in ages... Shower water was not hot between 11am-5am... Had to shower at 4am, which still was a hit or miss...

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Alexius

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room itself is functional. Not clean, however. Leaky sinks, mold, and there were roaches. The blankets were dirty on the edges. The staff was very sweet.

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Maurice

Jun 28, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

No comment. Place had roaches

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Julie

Jul 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was very, very clean and we were very happy

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doug

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

I did not like anything about this establishment. What I did not like: 1-) The floors and interior were absolutely filthy 2-) There was no continental breakfast as advertised (the dining area had obviously been converted into living space for the property manager and his family) 3-) When I raised issue with the cleanliness of the room and asked that the broken vanity basin stopper be repaired, the manager became very terse and appeared to get angry. Lastly, I would rather sleep in my car and bath in the sink of a local fast food joint than to ever book another room in that hotel.

6

Steven

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room itself was not cleaned well, The floor was dirty and the pillows had spots all over them and one of them actually looked like there was mold on it. However when I went to the front desk they did correct the issues, but those are basic item.

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Zion

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

They were friendly. Rooms were clean

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and often quiet; several guests found beds hard or pillows small, while some noted spacious layouts. Wi-Fi reliability can be spotty.

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Joshua

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Pillows, like sleeping on a log. Mattress, hard as a rock. Shower, barely functioning. Over all look of the place was rundown and abused.

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Michael

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

For the price and location it was great for me. You get what you pay for. My room was spacious and clean. Staff was friendly and accommodating. I would stay again.

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Heather

Jul 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in and check out. Biggest issue was the smell. Cleaning product smell but seemed like it was covering up a worse smell, made my head hurt. The tv was set to one single channel, could not change the channel from Disney to anything else. Didn’t want to bother front desk with the issue, so dealt with it. Wi-Fi was not working at all, no service and we weren’t that far from the lobby. Overall, not really worth the $112 a night.

8

Allene

Aug 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

One of the most quiet I have ever stayed in. No street noise, or commode flushing nor shower running in another room Clean and I had everything in the room I was expecting. It could use some painting in the room, but for the price you can't beat it.

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Dawn

Jul 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

For me the bed was to hard, but for my companion they slep well.

8

David

Sep 10, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Quiet

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David

Mar 4, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Quiet

8

Nick

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

As far as motels go, it was a lot more pleasant than some beachfront hotels I’ve been in. It’s a motel so you’re not going to get the bells and whistles you do with hotels but clean room, nice staff, quiet area and everything. For less than $100 in Williamsburg, you can’t complain

8

Benjamin

Oct 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Would have been a excellent overall but the bed was hard as a brick!

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Travis

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

It is conveniently located near Historic Colonial Williamsburg- and the staff were very friendly. The room itself was clean and spacious. Sadly, similarly to many hotel rooms, the shower was confusing and resulted in a few cold showers. Check out felt a bit rushed. (Ei: Banging on my door at 10 when I had until 11am.) This after forgetting to add me to the room service list- when requesting in person at the front desk 24hrs in advance. Overall, my enjoyment of my stay outweighed my few qualms. Give them a try.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful with efficient check-in, but service can be inconsistent. Reports include rushed or unprofessional interactions, office unavailability early morning, and issues like accusations or policy disputes.

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Nancy

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is a dump! When you enter the office to check in, you are greeted by awful food smells. A sign posted at the desk informed us that there is no breakfast served and they are “sorry for the inconvenience.” The staff was not welcoming and were actually arguing with one another when I checked in. To enter the room, we were told that the door “sticks,” and you must pull hard to open it. I headed to get ice with the bucket provided, but an “Out of Order” sign greeted me. The soda machine was also broken. A pool was advertised for this property, but it was a tiny “maybe 10ft by 7ft” “pool” that was filthy. The bed was lumpy and there were only two small pillows-small squares-not standard pillow size. The towels were tattered and had a gray and yellow tinge. The surfaces of the tables, bathroom and floor were sticky and dirty. I have stayed in many hotels, varying from 2 stars to 5 stars, but this was my worst experience. I would NEVER stay at this property again, and I’d advise you to avoid it, too!

10

Sally

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel is not impressive on the outside, but clean. The staff was very kind.

8

Ashley

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk person was friendly and knowledgeable about the surrounding area. He gave dining suggestions and checked us in efficiently. Thanks Econo Lodge!

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Nathaniel

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was excellent until it was tim to check out. Checkout time is at 11, and they had a guy going around knocking on doors just before 10 asking if we're leaving yet. He knocked twice and was very disrespectful. If it wasnt for that, id give the place 5 stars. T They should fire the guy knocking on peoples door. It was super bizarre and we felt very rushed.

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ANGELA LISA

Apr 24, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The rooms where very clean. The staff was very helpful and friendly. There wasn't nothing there for children. The prices where affordable.

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Samantha

Nov 3, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very pleasant staff, nice and clean.

8

Travis

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

It is conveniently located near Historic Colonial Williamsburg- and the staff were very friendly. The room itself was clean and spacious. Sadly, similarly to many hotel rooms, the shower was confusing and resulted in a few cold showers. Check out felt a bit rushed. (Ei: Banging on my door at 10 when I had until 11am.) This after forgetting to add me to the room service list- when requesting in person at the front desk 24hrs in advance. Overall, my enjoyment of my stay outweighed my few qualms. Give them a try.

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Judy

Dec 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room smelled like cigarette smoke (very strong smell.) office was locked up when we had to turn our key in (6:20 am) with a sign on the window that said closed. Bed was very uncomfortable and hard.

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James

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very rude and would not let us stay with a pet for which I would have paid extra for and cleaned up any possible mess she would have made, plus the room had water standing in the floor in front of the refrigerator

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Roger

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This place is absolutely horrible. The owner said that there was a complaint about me being loud at 1AM. I told him that I was sleeping at 1AM, that it must have been someone else. He said I was slamming doors, and just making up crazy things. So I checked out early. No hot water for shower, smelly and dirty.

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Location

Convenient to Colonial Williamsburg and Busch Gardens, with many noting a quiet setting. A few describe the surrounding area as older or run-down, and parking can be limited.

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Samuel

Jan 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nothing unique about it, but cheap place in Williamsburg to stay for a little while. The area around it is kind of trashy.

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Tami

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Neat and tidy Close to Busch Gardens and Water Country

8

Joseph

May 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

it was close to where I needed to go

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Allene

Aug 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

One of the most quiet I have ever stayed in. No street noise, or commode flushing nor shower running in another room Clean and I had everything in the room I was expecting. It could use some painting in the room, but for the price you can't beat it.

8

Carrie

Jul 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Location was good. Hardly any parking for the amount of guest. Rooms were fairly clean but definitely need updating!!

8

Alison

Oct 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

As far as Econo Lodges go, this was pretty decent! For the price, you can't expect too much, and the room was extremely basic. However, check in was very efficient and the room was clean and comfortable. I would stay there again for a budget trip and proximity to Williamsburg center.

8

David

Mar 4, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Quiet

8

Latonya

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It’s was close to locations I needed to get to

8

Luis

May 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were friendly and nice to work with. My room was simple but clean and well kept. But the area around the hotel seemed a bit older and run down. Nevertheless, it was a good value and I would consider staying there again.

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Travis

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

It is conveniently located near Historic Colonial Williamsburg- and the staff were very friendly. The room itself was clean and spacious. Sadly, similarly to many hotel rooms, the shower was confusing and resulted in a few cold showers. Check out felt a bit rushed. (Ei: Banging on my door at 10 when I had until 11am.) This after forgetting to add me to the room service list- when requesting in person at the front desk 24hrs in advance. Overall, my enjoyment of my stay outweighed my few qualms. Give them a try.

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Dining

Several guests reported no continental breakfast despite signage or advertising; otherwise, dining is rarely discussed.

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joanne

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The tv cable was going in and out at times. I thought they did serve a breakfast but did not. The shampoo was empty in the room. I did like the table and 2 chairs. The pool was a nice feature.

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Alethea

Aug 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

There was NO Continental breakfast. And was VERY dirty

2

Nancy

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is a dump! When you enter the office to check in, you are greeted by awful food smells. A sign posted at the desk informed us that there is no breakfast served and they are “sorry for the inconvenience.” The staff was not welcoming and were actually arguing with one another when I checked in. To enter the room, we were told that the door “sticks,” and you must pull hard to open it. I headed to get ice with the bucket provided, but an “Out of Order” sign greeted me. The soda machine was also broken. A pool was advertised for this property, but it was a tiny “maybe 10ft by 7ft” “pool” that was filthy. The bed was lumpy and there were only two small pillows-small squares-not standard pillow size. The towels were tattered and had a gray and yellow tinge. The surfaces of the tables, bathroom and floor were sticky and dirty. I have stayed in many hotels, varying from 2 stars to 5 stars, but this was my worst experience. I would NEVER stay at this property again, and I’d advise you to avoid it, too!

2

Clarence

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Ran down dirty rooms with a lot of broken items in the room ( bathroom fan, toilet, outlet). The a/c smelled horrible. They also came in our room when we left for a little to turn off the a/c and the room was hot as hell when we got back. There was no continental breakfast! We also had a smoke free room but the covers on the beds had burn holes in them!

4

Cheri

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel room was clean. Sink didn’t drain. Some mold around tub. Breakfast room was closed. We were given a $10 credit, perhaps because the breakfast room is closed. Hotel staff was very nice very friendly and helpful. Our room was very soundproof as there was a large group of young men staying upstairs and we heard nothing.

6

Ramachandran

Oct 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hot coffee ☕ in the lobby may be great for this price. Overall okay for one night stay.

4

Dennis

Jan 19, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

This place is old and not taken care of. The bathroom was falling apart. The plug at the sink was unusable. There was a gap under the front door at least an inch wide. There was mold on the shower curtain. They advertise breakfast included but they do not have any form of breakfast.

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Vickie L

May 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean, acceptable and served the purpose as needed. There was no ice machine, no drink machine and no continental breakfast as advertised.

6

Pamela

Jul 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bathtub had green something all over the drain so we wouldn’t put or feet in the tub for a much needed shower. No continental breakfast- misleading when sure it was listed at time of booking. No attendant in the office for checkout. Quiet area so sleep was good

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patricia

Nov 21, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to the theme park. Stayed 2 nights. For the price it was fine.They could buy pillows ,there's are little and flat.Wish it had at least a grab and go breakfast but,it has none. Wish they cleaned the room the one time but,they just offer towels etc. The sheets were crisp and clean but,had a cigarette burn hole.The room smelled clean.The vinyl plank floor was clean. A 1 night stay would be fine. Safe area and quiet.

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Month	Average price
January	$63
February	$52
March	$47
April	$49
May	$56
June	$60
July	$62
August	$53
September	$54
October	$62
November	$51
December	$51

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 $60	19 $60
20 $50	21 $53	22 $51	23 $52	24 $53	25 $64	26 $62
27 $53	28 $53	29 $53	30 $53

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $55	2 $71	3 $71
4 $53	5 $53	6 $53	7 $53	8 $53	9 $76	10 $80
11 $53	12 $53	13 $53	14 $53	15 $53	16 $76	17 $76
18 $52	19 $52	20 $52	21 $52	22 $54	23 $93	24 $84
25 $52	26 $52	27 $52	28 $52	29 $51	30 $66	31 $79

Econo Lodge Williamsburg Historic Area

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