Name: Economy Inn
Address: 210 N Westhill Blvd, Appleton, Wisconsin, United States of America, Appleton, Wisconsin, US
Price range: US$68–US$94 per night
Rating: 8.53

What guests think

Economy Inn draws mixed reactions: budget-friendly and convenient for quick stays, with some clean, quiet rooms and kind staff, but frequent reports of dirty common areas, dated spaces, strong odors, and security concerns affect consistency.

Rooms are very basic and often worn, with thin walls, squeaky frames, small bathrooms, and occasional TV or heating issues; some include a fridge and microwave and can be quiet and comfortable for sleeping. Housekeeping and maintenance are inconsistent, and check-in, billing, and front-desk responsiveness draw recurring complaints. Breakfast is limited to coffee and packaged muffins, and several guests felt the pricing can spike during busy events. Expect a no-frills, variable budget stay.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic, with ample parking noted and some entry or side doors reported unsecured; renovations are ongoing and storage amenities like closets or dressers are limited.

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Gary

14 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A good budget hotel in a location convenient to restaurants and large mall. Room came with a large TV, fridge and microwave. Dog friendly. Quiet. Parking lot well lit. All for the price of what some campgrounds charge for a night. Our only complaint was the mattress, which squeaked horribly with the slightest movement. But for the price, would stay here again.

8

Stacy

25 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property is renovating their rooms. Breakfast is just coffee and muffins. Would stay again for a trip on a small budget.

10

Glenn

20 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was friendly and helpful. Bed and pillows were exceptional. Convienent to shopping and dining. Large parking area and safe

6

Patrick J.

12 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Entry doors open to facility, so definitely not secure from outside to inside.

10

Perla

4 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was great very convenient Wide parking lot. Enjoyed that there is fridge and microwave in room got to eat my pizza which bought at Walmart. Everything does and restaurants are very close to this cozy place. I disliked that i had to check out due to my traveling appointment back home.

8

GARY

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Remodeling still going on. Was 3years ago on last stay at property

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KIM

2 Aug 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

Obviously the owners were renovating but the gallaays, stairs, etc were dirty. My room had no closet or dresser so no place to put my clothes forbthe week i was there. No iron in the room but i was able to get 1 from the lobby. Didnt believe the deadbolt worked on the door. Never replaced the plasic glasses i used at the sink. The shower didnt drain properly due to a bunch of hair in the drain - some of which was not my hair color. Only 1 washer and dryer in a storage room piled with stuff. Parking lot had garbage and cig butts all over it. Security door on side of building was propped open with something - a security risk. I wouldnt stay here again and it cost me about $200/nite.

4

Michael

26 Jul 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

New owners working hard to make it better, but still astonishingly bare-bones (no dresser, no closet, one straight-back chair, etc).

6

Adriana

11 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Took a while to check in even though we already had the reservation. The side door to the building was unlocked so anyone can just walk right into the hotel. It was fine but wasn't worth the price. We just picked it because it was the last room in the area. Rooms were clean but had hair on the bed and pillow cases. We were woken up at 5:40am by probably a garbage truck and then the people that stayed below us were SO LOUD yelling and talking way to loud for 6am. The walls were very thin.

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James

24 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Older facility definitely need updating. The staff was very friendly. convenient location. Plenty of parking great water pressure. It’s just old and needs a major update. There’s no place to hang up clothes.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a recurring concern: many reports of dirty floors and hallways, strong odors, stained or unwashed linens, and mold; some guests did find their rooms clean.

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Jeremy

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Dirty and outdated. Spilled water on the hard floor and the towel I used turned black from a simple wipe.

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Julia

18 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was very dirty from the hall ways to the room. Location was also very sketchy. We checked in but ended up leaving without staying the night. My husband and i were both very uncomfortable there. Would not recommend.

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Nicole

7 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The building and the room smelled horrible. The building and the rooms are so outdated. Not maintained at all. Toilet would hard flush, you had to keep pushing the handle down and it was so loud when it was running. I felt like i was in a prison cell.

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Cherie

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The walkways are carpeted and stained. My room had dirty floors, garbage in drawers and mold in the freezer.

4

Auntry

13 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wasn’t clean blood was found on the sheets and people were drinking alcohol in the stairwell

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Kimberly

11 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room felt neglected. 28 degrees outside and had air conditioning on in room. 1 towel on room. Dirty sheets, thin blanket. Hallway smelled like pot.

4

Kirk

27 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pretty dirty

6

Dan

29 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The room smelled really damp and the shower room was filthy.

4

Steven

16 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bathroom dirty , toilet dirty floor tiles cracked doors don’t close properly

8

Jessica

11 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was good for the price. The room was clean. The cable/satelite didnt work but we logged into out own Hulu account so it was fine. Bathroom was really small.

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Rooms

Rooms are dated and very bare-bones, with thin walls and noisy, squeaky bed frames; small bathrooms and occasional TV or heating issues appear. Some rooms include a fridge and microwave and are adequate for sleep.

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Dale

7 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Would not stay there again if they paid for the room!! Bed was very hard and uncomfortable on a stainless steel box that squeaked everything you moved…breakfast was coffee and a muffin…I do not drink coffee. Doors were not secured, ni key access. Place was dirty and dusty!! You get what you pay for in life!!

4

Shelly

18 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loud and very outdated, not great condition.

4

Paul A

29 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The desk clerk gave us no information (eg WiFi password, etc. The TV was impossible—couldn’t figure out how to work it. I took a shower and walked on the flood my feet were dirty instantly.

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Jerry

14 Aug 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

For what it is, not to bad. $50 per night your expectations shouldn’t be Ritz Carlton. That said this is bare bones. No cups or glasses present, no closet or hangers, rough conditions bedding, linens, only one chair in the room. The good, refrigerator and AC unit worked well, it was quiet. You do have to ask for room to be serviced for new towels, trash removal etc.

8

Peter

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

a good facility. only down side was trying to figure out how to operate the television. ended up using my laptop to watch tv shows

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Nora

14 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I work nights at a hospital, so needed a quiet place to sleep during the day. Room was quiet, clean and I wasn't disturbed. Perfect for what I needed. Room had a fridge and microwave so I could have food as well.

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Raewyn

29 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Beds are on solid metal bases/frames that are super loud when you roll over, sit on the bed or sometimes for no reason at all. Staff were friendly and our request for extra towel and a maintenance item were addressed quickly. Road noise is a bit loud too if you are on the south side facing college ave. It’s a budget hotel but comfortable.

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Adriana

11 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Took a while to check in even though we already had the reservation. The side door to the building was unlocked so anyone can just walk right into the hotel. It was fine but wasn't worth the price. We just picked it because it was the last room in the area. Rooms were clean but had hair on the bed and pillow cases. We were woken up at 5:40am by probably a garbage truck and then the people that stayed below us were SO LOUD yelling and talking way to loud for 6am. The walls were very thin.

8

Jessica

11 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was good for the price. The room was clean. The cable/satelite didnt work but we logged into out own Hulu account so it was fine. Bathroom was really small.

6

Steve

27 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was next to main road and noisy. Bathroom door would not stay shut and did not have lock. Avoid room 202 like the plague. Comfort inn property was a better deal.

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Service

Feedback is mixed: several praise friendly, helpful staff, while others report slow or unattended check-in, reservation or billing issues, and unexpected fees.

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Jim

30 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very friendly and helpful staff. Always greet you with a smile

2

Travis

12 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Someone that makes a reservation online for someone else seems to be too challenging for the front desk.

10

Philip

30 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff/Management is extremely friendly, helpful, accommodating. Overall, every time I stay is an excellent experience all around.

6

Richard

25 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Took 30 minutes to get key for the room should have taken 30 seconds

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Laurie

25 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I never received a confirmation for this reservation. I also called to confirm before we traveled and they said I had no reservation so we drove home. Not cool not sure where the communication breakdown occurred but I had trouble booking now looks like I’m getting billed for something I could not find any details about.

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Ofir

15 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was horrific, premium charge for below sub par accommodation. They double charged me even tho it was pay at property, they charged the credit card before arrival. After confronting them they denied and I took me 2 weeks to fight for my money back. They charged it thru a sister hotel next door so they denied it was them. Wouldn’t sleep here, the car is a much safer and clean than this place

6

Jennifer

13 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was reasonably priced and generally clean, but a couple of things were disappointing. I was charged a credit card fee that wasn’t disclosed upfront, which felt a bit sneaky. Also, they advertise breakfast, but it was just muffins and coffee—not a full breakfast as expected. Fine for a short stay, but be aware of the extras.

6

Adriana

11 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Took a while to check in even though we already had the reservation. The side door to the building was unlocked so anyone can just walk right into the hotel. It was fine but wasn't worth the price. We just picked it because it was the last room in the area. Rooms were clean but had hair on the bed and pillow cases. We were woken up at 5:40am by probably a garbage truck and then the people that stayed below us were SO LOUD yelling and talking way to loud for 6am. The walls were very thin.

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Matthew

22 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I paid for the room. I go to check-in a little before 2am. I sat and patiently rang the bell and the electric door bell for 20 minutes and then I began to, in a loud voice, to check in. NO F'N RESPONSE! AVOID THIS PLACE AND ITS BROKEN WINDOWS. I did to young cats that were loose, BUT AVOID THIS CRAPPY HOTEL AT ALL COSTS. WHAT A WASTE OF TIME AND SPACE. F' THEM.

10

Carrie

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The manager was very kind and even gave us a ride to the airport!

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Location

Convenient for dining and shopping, with many restaurants and stores nearby; a number of guests also mentioned sketchy activity around the property.

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Gary

14 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A good budget hotel in a location convenient to restaurants and large mall. Room came with a large TV, fridge and microwave. Dog friendly. Quiet. Parking lot well lit. All for the price of what some campgrounds charge for a night. Our only complaint was the mattress, which squeaked horribly with the slightest movement. But for the price, would stay here again.

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Philip

28 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Literally 14-15 different restaurants within walking distance, along with multiple gas stations, shops, hardware stores, pet store, retail, and the largest grocery store in Town.

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Julia

18 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was very dirty from the hall ways to the room. Location was also very sketchy. We checked in but ended up leaving without staying the night. My husband and i were both very uncomfortable there. Would not recommend.

8

Bernard

3 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

clean, good location, close to shopping.

8

William

22 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel is very outdated but overall our room was clean and comfortable. Strong smoke smell by outside door and people hanging around the parking lot. Good hotel for a quick nights sleep.

10

Perla

4 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was great very convenient Wide parking lot. Enjoyed that there is fridge and microwave in room got to eat my pizza which bought at Walmart. Everything does and restaurants are very close to this cozy place. I disliked that i had to check out due to my traveling appointment back home.

6

Mike

9 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Convenient location. Close to shopping

10

Jacinda

8 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Highly recommend this Inn. Beds are comfortable. Rooms are bigger. It was quiet during the day and night. Conveniently located by different fast food and restaurants.

6

James

24 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Older facility definitely need updating. The staff was very friendly. convenient location. Plenty of parking great water pressure. It’s just old and needs a major update. There’s no place to hang up clothes.

10

Robin

22 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Awesome location from everything we went to do. Friendly staff.

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Dining

Breakfast is limited to packaged muffins and coffee; multiple guests were disappointed after expecting more.

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Stacy

25 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property is renovating their rooms. Breakfast is just coffee and muffins. Would stay again for a trip on a small budget.

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Tina

5 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Not worth it. Luckily, I only had to spend one night. Didn’t wanna look at the tub it looked so bad the room itself probably looked the same way it did 40 years ago. it said continental breakfast. All it had was coffee.

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Dale

7 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Would not stay there again if they paid for the room!! Bed was very hard and uncomfortable on a stainless steel box that squeaked everything you moved…breakfast was coffee and a muffin…I do not drink coffee. Doors were not secured, ni key access. Place was dirty and dusty!! You get what you pay for in life!!

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Sarah

18 Apr 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Very friendly husband and wife. There's a common area baby kitten named Kitty Kitty. Coffee is actually very good. Fresh large muffins for breakfast. Will be staying here again.

8

John

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great service for the price. Loved all the options at breakfast. Room was perfectly clean & loved that the television had Prime Video & Netflix. Friendly & helpful staff. I had my bird with me & they didn’t even charge me the pet fee.

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Jennifer

13 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was reasonably priced and generally clean, but a couple of things were disappointing. I was charged a credit card fee that wasn’t disclosed upfront, which felt a bit sneaky. Also, they advertise breakfast, but it was just muffins and coffee—not a full breakfast as expected. Fine for a short stay, but be aware of the extras.

4

Saira

5 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bath tub needs to replace Noisy around Neighbour area, ambulances at midnight woke us up. No sofa or comfy chair in room, In Breakfast just muffins n coffee which is not fair, must be more items included. Sink was out side the bathroom near door not feels good.

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Robert

15 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Economy Inn in Appleton is a diamond in the rough for anyone interested in anything from a nice Laid Back quiet and private stay for spa style relaxation or for those wanting to do some extended serious shopping in and around the Fox River Mall. The Hotel is almost completely redone and is, as I call it Covid-Clean, that is, it has responded to the new cleanliness standards that the pandemic made us all aware of - lobby to rooms are very clean. They offer competitive rates for people needing lodging and will help you start your day with at least a free packaged muffin and some coffee. Great parking and very friendly and secure staff. I stayed here for about a week and really enjoyed myself. For a single lodger in a Queen bed it was about $60 per night (that is the final bill) when booked here on Expedia, which is the Preference of Choice.

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Economy Inn

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