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Econo Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel in Forest City with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Lobby
Fitness facility
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks
Interior entrance
Coffee service

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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2600 College Ave, Forest City, NC, 28043
  • Place, Rutherford County Farm Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Forest City Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bubba's Fun Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Forest City

Within a short walk of Rutherford Occupational Medicine, Econo Lodge is within 2 miles (3 km) of Forest City Golf Course. This 61-room motel has free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a gym.
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What's nearby

  • Rutherford Occupational Medicine - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Trails to Tails Dog Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Rutherford County Farm Museum - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Forest City Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Bubba's Fun Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Econo Lodge

Motel in Forest City with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Econo Lodge features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include a meeting room, a computer station, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include microwaves, phones, and ironing boards. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 12:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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 13 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 25 mi (40 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free 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 and cash.
  • Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 25 mi (40 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Days Inn Forest City Motel
Days Inn Forest City
Days Inn Wyndham Forest City Motel
Days Inn Wyndham Forest City
Travelers Inn Suites Forest City
Days Inn Suites Forest City
Econo Lodge Motel
Econo Lodge Forest City
Econo Lodge Motel Forest City
Hotel Forest City NC Route 74
OYO Hotel Forest City NC Route 74
Days Inn Suites by Wyndham Forest City

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Econo Lodge?

Econo Lodge provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Econo Lodge?

As of Nov 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge on Dec 14, 2025 start from $55.25, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near Econo Lodge?

This motel is located in Forest City, close to Forest City Golf Course, Cleghorn Plantation Golf and Country Club, and Bubba's Fun Park. You'll also find Rutherford County Farm Museum and The Foundation Performing Arts and Conference Center within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Econo Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Econo Lodge have a casino?

No, Econo Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Econo Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Econo Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Econo Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Econo Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Econo Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Econo Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Does Econo Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Econo Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Econo Lodge.

Econo Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 304 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 304 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 304 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 304 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 304 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
thin walls noise above room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronnie

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

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

Great place to stay

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel needs to get updated comforters and towels to match their updated rooms. The comforters are old and outdated and the towels were stained and couple had wholes in them.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Tabitha

Disliked: Room comfort
Dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Samantha

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Have stayed here before and it was nice, but we asked for house keeping they didn't come until the last night and when they did they left the door to our room open
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emerald

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gerry

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The tv wouldnt work, no sheet on one of the beds, and called front desk noo answer
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place wasn’t as clean and nice as the pictures on the website. It was only a two night stay but the hot water wasn’t working on the first day or night. Don’t like cold showers.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, the room was clean and the staff was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Angela, Rutherfordton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s easy to get to
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

KEVAL

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

KEVAL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean and affordable budget stay Friendly Staff , would definitely comeback
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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