Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall

Hotel in Sioux Falls with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Gym
Pet friendly
24/7 front desk
Laundry
Air conditioning

Explore the area

3500 Gateway Boulevard, Sioux Falls, SD, 57106

Empire Mall
‪11 min walk‬
Avera Hospital
‪2 min drive‬
Sanford USD Medical Center
‪6 min drive‬
Sioux Falls, SD (FSD-Sioux Falls Regional)
‪11 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Sioux Falls

Within a short walk of Empire Mall, Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall is within 2 miles (3 km) of Cinemark Century Sioux Falls 14. This hotel has 97 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

Empire Mall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Avera Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
Sanford USD Medical Center - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
Great Plains Zoo - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
Denny Sanford Premier Center - 6 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
‪Slim Chickens - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall

Hotel in Sioux Falls with free breakfast and a fitness center

Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.

Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

$97 nightly

Jul 20 - Jul 21

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

Gym
TV in common areas

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Safe at front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

Business center

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

1 building
2 floors
Built in 1977

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator

Air conditioning
Desk
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

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

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

This property allows guests 18 or over to check in with valid military ID.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 20.00 per pet, per day
Dogs and cats only
2 total (35 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Pets may not be left unsupervised
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 20.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
In-room safe fee: USD 1.00 per night

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

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge

Econo Sioux Falls Empire Mall

Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall Hotel

Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall Sioux Falls

Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall Hotel Sioux Falls

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall?

This hotel is located in Sioux Falls within a short 15-minute walk of Empire Mall. You'll also find Denny Sanford Premier Center and Sioux Empire Fairgrounds within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall?

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

Does Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall include a casino at the property?

No, Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free breakfast plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes and city views.

Does Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall for a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall?

The closest major airport to Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall is Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD), which is 7.9 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall.

Econo Lodge Sioux Falls Empire Mall Reviews

7.0

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Oct 18, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Economy hotel, no thrills, but it's nice

Staff was really nice. Rooms are spacious. Good value and convenient to many stores/restaurants, etc. Rooms for clean.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Aaron

Sep 26, 2022

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Haley

Sep 26, 2022

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Ingee

Sep 20, 2022

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness

The staff and room were nice, but the tub was partially filled with dirty water. And there was a piece of cardboard between the fitted sheet and mattress of my bed.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Gayleen

Sep 15, 2022

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Sep 14, 2022

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

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Amy

Traveled with partner

Sep 12, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good location, clean room

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Sep 12, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Kristi

Traveled with family

Sep 11, 2022

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Did not like all the mold on bathroom ceiling and ceiling coming apart. Food left in microwave that was VERY moldy. Just a horrble experience. Do have photos if neccesary.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Scott

Sep 10, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Sep 9, 2022

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

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Sep 8, 2022

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

HEATHER

Traveled with partner

Sep 7, 2022

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was very friendly. We were on the 2nd floor and with no elevator and steps were pretty steep.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Rosemary

Sep 7, 2022

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Shower handle holder broken so had to drape cord around handle on side of wall because if I turned off shower to use soap it would take time to warm the water. Weak toilet flush would not dispose of immediately and could not flush again but toilet tank did not refill until after a few minutes. Would have to go back and flush again. Filthy way to dispose of waste products. Definitely will not stay at this facility again or any other econo lodges elsewhere. I have stayed at serveral hotels and by far this is the worst. Now understand why the rates are so low because that is the only thing that brings the customers to that site. Would rather pay more in the future. This was the first time that I have stayed and an econo lodge.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Maria jose

Traveled with family

Sep 6, 2022

Disliked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Joan Susie

Sep 5, 2022

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

The floors in our room were filthy dirty. The breakfast ran out of food at 8:30. No one to restock. When some one did come 9am she took out garbage. Coffee was out too. People poured cereal only to discover no milk. No one found at front desk. At least 15 to people left without food. Very sad for one family. Kids all had sad faces

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Sep 4, 2022

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

The staff is very helpful and treated me a person and not a thing

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Roger

Traveled with family and small children

Sep 1, 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The pillow case had hair on it and it looked dirty. The hallways smelled like marijuana. The bedding looked dirty.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Traveled with family and small children

Aug 29, 2022

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not clean

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Aug 28, 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Below average

It served as a place to get a few hours of sleep before continuing on our journey! Smelled of smoke, floors were dirty and sticky in our room. Didn’t shower because it looked dirty.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Ashley

Aug 28, 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

It would have been alot better if our room was actually clean...it stunk horrible like someone pissed all over the room...our supposed clean towels had stains everywhere and our bedding looked like it was never washed...the smell alone was bad enough to wanna go find a new hotel...and had they not told us we wouldnt get a refund we most def would have done that....in all the hotels ive stayed in this was by far the worst

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Aaron

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family

Aug 24, 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Dirty, public hair all over bathroom, fridge full of previous person's food, mold, stains on the sheets...I could go on. I left photos with the front desk when I checked out. She stated managers would follow up with us. That never happened.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Sinthia

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family

Aug 23, 2022

Liked: Staff & service

Even though this May not be a five star hotel the staff are excellent and do their very best to make you a comfortable as they can. There were only minor inconveniences that aren’t even worth mentioning. I would stay there again.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022