Econo Lodge South

2.0 star property
Motel in Garner with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Lobby
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Laundry room
Lobby

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1602 Mechanical Blvd, Garner, NC, 27529
  • Place, North Carolina State University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Raleigh Convention Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Red Hat Amphitheater
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Garner

Econo Lodge South places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as North Carolina State University and Raleigh Convention Center. This 62-room motel has conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • North Carolina State University - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Dorothea Dix Park - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Raleigh Convention Center - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Red Hat Amphitheater - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek - 10 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • Raleigh Union Station - 11 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kickback Jack's - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge South

Motel in Garner with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Econo Lodge South features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a computer station, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect 37-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Sofa beds, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 883 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

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 registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1994
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Queen sofa bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 15.00
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15.00

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 21 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 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 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
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—-7:00 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 free 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • 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:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Econo Lodge South?

Econo Lodge South provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Econo Lodge South?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge South on Oct 21, 2025 start from $69.7, 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's there to do close to Econo Lodge South?

This motel is located in Garner, close to Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek and North Carolina State Fairgrounds. You'll also find Dorothea Dix Park and Red Hat Amphitheater within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Econo Lodge South?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the motel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Econo Lodge South have a casino on the premises?

No, Econo Lodge South doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Econo Lodge South?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Econo Lodge South?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Econo Lodge South?

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

Does Econo Lodge South have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Econo Lodge South offers free on-the-go breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Econo Lodge South allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Econo Lodge South have connecting rooms?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Econo Lodge South?

The closest major airport to Econo Lodge South is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is 16.8 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Econo Lodge South?

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

Econo Lodge South Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 290 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 290 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 290 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 290 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 290 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent, friendly. Property feels worn down, very surprised how squeaky the platform of the bed was and how hard the mattress was. Outside hallways just feel rundown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lidymar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean which was important
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
It is a typical hotel, but it is clean, staff is friendly and the room is very roomy. Excellent room for the cost.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Bennett

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Haji

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Oneisha

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

Never ever again

Roaches, cigarette burns all over, filthy bathrooms and rude staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaycen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elvis Alexis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

melvin

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
It was a nice room but the breakfast they serve comes from a dollar store very low quality…
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nigel L

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room was musty. Sheets had holes in them. It was a basic room, nothing to brag about. When it mentioned breakfast, it was frozen waffles, cereal and pop tarts. Will I book again, probably not. It was just convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel was in a convenient location and the price was reasonable. However, it is showing its age, other people were loud, and I felt unsafe. Worst of all was the breakfast - donuts, sugary cereals, white bread, and no protein, not even peanut butter. I would not recommend unless you are on a very tight budget.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Haji

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Krystal

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Staff was absolutely horrible. The black gentleman at the front desk charged my card without my authorization the night before for a single night then when I checked in to pay the remaining balance behaved as if I did not have the money to stay a motel they had already charged me a full night for. They double charged my room then said they would give it away if I couldn’t pay a $50 deposit. I had to call my bank on speaker for them to fix everything and give me my room key. They did not go into to the room once to clean it while I stayed. 4 nights for an event in town. Though they were moving to clean rooms every morning. The breakfast was Saran wrapped pop tarts and box donuts bought the day of. Even at check out another man looked at me crazy when I asked for a printed copy of my receipt. Stay here if you must but the staff is not kind and the rooms will be dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Karen, Los Angeles

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was given a "suite" because the room I reserved was already taken, apparently. Side note: I called in advance for my room because my flight was delayed until midnight. Well, I get to the property and I am already regretting it. I was told the shower doesn't function but the tub was the best part! Wow... I get in there with the diabolical smell of cigarette smoke and linens from the 50s. Housekeeping was, loud, rude and unmannerly. I just cant... NEVER AGAIN. Mind you, I also paid over 700 for 3 nights... pshh..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrislene

The breakfast was decent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

juergen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Haji

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angelica

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not going back to this hotel ever again! Dirty, smells weed, dirty, furniture old and broken!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was good bed a little hard feeling hurts my back but most of all could be a lot better for the breakfast it was good i mean no one wants waffles wrapped in plastic when other hands touch it or the waffles where thesame way and hard the choices for breakfast was terrible needs to up grade bad other than that it the stay was good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

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

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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