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Economy Inn

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel in East Hartford with free parking

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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490 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06108
  • Place, East Hartford Shopping Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pratt and Whitney Headquarters
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Connecticut River
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

East Hartford

Located within a mile (2 km) of Connecticut River, Economy Inn is within 2 miles (3 km) of Cabela's. This 83-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • East Hartford Shopping Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pratt and Whitney Headquarters - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Connecticut River - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cabela's - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Rentschler Field - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Hartford Union Station - 9 min drive
  • Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pappys Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Economy Inn

Family-friendly hotel in East Hartford with free parking
Economy Inn features free WiFi in public areas, a kids' club, and coffee in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a meeting room and a gift shop.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 27-inch TVs with satellite channels. Phones and free toiletries are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's club
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch TV with satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge East Hartford
Econo Lodge Hotel East Hartford
Econo Lodge Motel East Hartford
Econo Lodge
Economy Inn Hotel
Economy Inn East Hartford
Economy Inn Hotel East Hartford
Econo Lodge East Hartford Hwy 5
Econo Lodge East Hartford Hartford

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Economy Inn?

Economy Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Economy Inn?

This hotel is located in East Hartford within a short 17-minute walk of Connecticut River. You'll also find Rentschler Field and Connecticut Science Center within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Economy Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Economy Inn have a casino at the property?

No, Economy Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Economy Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Economy Inn?

Yes, this hotel offers private indoor spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Economy Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Economy Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Economy Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Economy Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does Economy Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Economy Inn?

The closest major airport to Economy Inn is Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL), which is 16.9 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal), which is around 28.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Economy Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Economy Inn.

Economy Inn Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 587 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 587 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 587 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 587 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 165 out of 587 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chao

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very professional and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chaz

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anneliese

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Met my expectations. Hotels.com randomly booked me a smoking room but they were able to give me a non smoking room at check in. If you’re sensitive to smoke, I would look somewhere else. The room was large and met our needs. But again, it’s an economy motel so you’re not going to get a whole lot beyond a bed to sleep on and a bathroom. Staff were friendly enough and helpful when my key card didn’t work (magnetic strip cancelled out being too close to my phone).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Densel

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilfredo

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Did Jacuzzi is nice bathroom door didn’t shut or lock no hot water in the shower drunk people banging on our door midnight 2 AM 4 AM 6 AM the first night the second night it happened 4 AM and 6 AM. The remote control didn’t work needed batteries. It’s a ghetto fabulous hotel no matter very disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and for a smoking room had a very faint smell of cigarettes overall perfect for a 1-2 nigh stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
No breakfast at this motel. There were cigarette burns on the table and the night stands and the toilet seat was falling off. But was good service and a decent stay overall.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great price

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
In town for an event. Hotel met my basic needs. No real complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rocio

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

WENDKOUNI

Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikerson

Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeanette

Disliked: Amenities
It was Ok! Served its purpose for one night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nadia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never stay here. They were not well staffed room was nasty. Door did not lock. Complained to the staff and they proceeded to not accommodate anything. And did not offer a refund. Would not recommend. Oh and there are videos.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Simone

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room wreaked of smoke the moment we opened the door. The shelves in the fridge were rusted. The bathroom fixtures were rusted and we opted not to shower. The hotel was so full of smoke we couldn't sleep. They need to make serious changes.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

brandon

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely dusty room as well as roach infestation there was a dead roach on the nightstand the first time walking in save your money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone was so nice can’t wait to go back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

dawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The floor was not clean. Need to mop.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Madelyn

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad condition room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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