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Econo Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel in Athens with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Free daily continental breakfast
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Laundry room
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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1500 Highway 72 East I 65 Exit 351, Athens, AL, 35611
  • Place, Big Spring Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Athens State University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Athens Limestone Hospital
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Huntsville, AL (HSV-Huntsville Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Athens

Econo Lodge places you within a few miles (5 km) of Athens Shopping Center and Crutcher Shopping Center. This motel has 50 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Athens Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Big Spring Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Athens State University - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Athens Limestone Hospital - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Wheeler Lake - 20 min drive - 13.9 miles

Getting around

  • Huntsville International Airport (HSV) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge

Motel in Athens with free breakfast and a fitness center
At Econo Lodge, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a seasonal outdoor pool. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a banquet hall, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and wired Internet. Washers/dryers, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

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 and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Contactless check-in available
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (30 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-noon
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include 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.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Hotel Athens
Country Hearth Inn Hotel Athens
Country Hearth Hotel Athens
Country Hearth Inn Athens Hotel
Econo Lodge Athens
Econo Lodge Motel
Econo Lodge Athens
Econo Lodge Motel Athens

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Econo Lodge?

Econo Lodge provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around Econo Lodge?

This motel is located in Athens, close to Big Spring Park, Athens Shopping Center, and Crutcher Shopping Center. You'll also find U.G. White Mercantile and Alabama Veterans Museum & Archives within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Econo Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Econo Lodge feature a casino at the property?

No, Econo Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Econo Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Econo Lodge a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a seasonal outdoor pool and free breakfast.

Does Econo Lodge have a hot tub?

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

Does Econo Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Econo Lodge offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Econo Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Econo Lodge for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Econo Lodge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How far is the airport from Econo Lodge?

The closest major airport to Econo Lodge is Huntsville International Airport (HSV), which is 21 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Econo Lodge?

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

Reviews

Econo Lodge Reviews

5.0

4.8/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

4.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 306 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 306 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 306 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 306 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 111 out of 306 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Aliceann

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

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

4/10 Poor

Elston

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Parking was terrible. Trucks with trailers took up 4 or more spaces. The room was dated and had no tv. There was a TV but no connection. The chain for security was broken off the door and just hung off the slot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

6/10 Okay

George

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioner didnt work in the room and plumbing was slow.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

john

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dan

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lady behind the desk is very nice but the fact that I woke up at 3:00 in the morning and I had bed bugs on me and I have over 20 bites on my head and arms infuriates me and the fact that I won't get my money back for over 2 weeks
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Taseem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kim was great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fay

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

4/10 Poor

Sherry

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

2/10 Terrible

Ashley, Athens

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kelly doesnt know how to communicate-she was extremely unprofessional speaking with me on the phone and didn't allow me to speak. She was proud to tell me that Im on the DO NOT RENT list.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Destiny

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Please update

I had my two children, we left for food and came back to a noise complaint. The clerk threatened to call the cops if we didn’t keep the kids tamed was her words. The ceiling was falling in. The paint was chipping off all the walls. I didn’t even want my kids walking around, let alone not tamed. Mold was in the bathroom. I would not ever stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Marjorie

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
This econo lodge was labeled “pet friendly.” However, no additional charge per pet was mentioned in the advertisement. Be forthright if you’re going to charge a fee. I was very surprised that an additional charge of $20 was added on. I would like a refund for $20 because that fee was hidden. I would have gladly payed it if this fee was clearly stated.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gisha

Traveled with family
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Tina

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will not stay here again.

Front desk associate was very nice and friendly. Hotel room smelled bad, small tv, remote didn’t work, dingy, air vent in bathroom was hanging, and wasn’t the cleanest. And the main door had a gap at the bottom.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Brian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Upon first impressions with the staff when checking in, they were extreme nice and welcoming. The room, had it issues. I first noticed that the light in the bathroom turned on after flipping the switch about 7-8 time (on average). One of the lamps didn't have a bulb in it, base board around air conditioning unit was pulling away from the wall, TV failed to connect to the hotel wifi limiting watch options. A couple of the hand towels where clearly passed the use date. They were noticeably dingy in colors and needed to meet the trash.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

dave

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hole in sheetrock behind door, no vent in bathroom, couldnt use the tub, shower only
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tabatha

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

JoEllen

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

James

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

Clean comfortable

Clean, comfortable room, nice people. Breakfast is cold continental.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Stacy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The lady checking us in was very nice. Very sweet. The hotel is old. I don’t think worth the money. Very clean though. Bedding sheets were Snow White clean fitted so were towels
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient location and staff is really friendly. No, it's not a 5star, but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Serina

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
There were dead bugs and hair in the bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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