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Economy Inn Sylva

2.5 star property
Motel in Sylva with free parking

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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940 W Main St, Sylva, NC, 28779
  • Place, Jackson County Historic Courthouse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Poteet Memorial Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Country Side Bowling Lanes
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Sylva

Economy Inn Sylva places you next to Nantahala National Forest and Jackson County Historic Courthouse. This 22-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour front desk.
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What's nearby

  • Jackson County Historic Courthouse - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Poteet Memorial Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Country Side Bowling Lanes - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Tuckasegee River - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Oaks Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Big Nick’s Bbq - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Hiker Brewing Co. - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Economy Inn Sylva

Motel in Sylva with free parking
Economy Inn Sylva features free WiFi in public areas and a picnic area. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Free local calls, desks, and free toiletries are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.

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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
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

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

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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

ECONOMY INN SYLVA Motel
ECONOMY INN SYLVA Sylva
ECONOMY INN SYLVA Motel Sylva

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Economy Inn Sylva?

Economy Inn Sylva offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Economy Inn Sylva?

This motel is located in Sylva, just steps from Nantahala National Forest and Jackson County Historic Courthouse, and within a short walk of Poteet Memorial Park. You'll also find Tuckasegee River and Country Side Bowling Lanes within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Economy Inn Sylva?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does Economy Inn Sylva include a casino?

No, Economy Inn Sylva doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Economy Inn Sylva?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Economy Inn Sylva have a hot tub?

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

Does Economy Inn Sylva have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

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

Does Economy Inn Sylva allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Economy Inn Sylva?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Economy Inn Sylva?

No, at Economy Inn Sylva, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Economy Inn Sylva Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 159 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scottie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel was in short walking distance to downtown Sylva which has many great food options, breweries, and shops. Always love visiting Sylva!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Made reservation online. When making reservation it stated only one room left. Room was for two beds and total cost with tax was to be $264. When I checked in manager asked if I would take room with one bed. I said I would since I was traveling alone. Manager ran processed my credit card and put my things in room. I noticed I forgot to request receipt, so I walked back to office get one. I noticed then that I was charged $275 instead of $264. I also asked if room with one bed was less expensive than room with two and he said it was. I asked why did he process my credit card at two bed rate and then inquire if I would take room with one bed (plus $11 dollars over online reservation request). He then asked if I wanted room with two beds. I told him to forget it because I had already moved my things into room with one bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t like that I paid by debit card and I was charged a convenience fee. That should only be for credit cards. On the website, it didn’t mention anything about a convenience fee. If you’re going to charge me to pay with a card, I’d rather pay online to bypass the charge. I don’t want to unnecessarily spend more out than I have to.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tammy

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The first thing was I go to try and shower and the water comes out black, yes black. Then the cockroach that welcomed me was great. But the icing on the cake was the bed bugs. I was woken up by something biting me, so I pulled back the sheets and yup there were about a dozen bed bugs. I will NEVER stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The Economy Inn is located next to the Tuckaseegee River and a short walk from downtown Sylva. For that alone, this place is worth it. Yes, it shows its age, and yes you can tell they’ve done basic upgrades which make it nice, but it still is an outdated hotel. Regardless, everything worked, the water pressure is great and you are literally, a stones throw from the town where there is dining, entertainment and history. I’d definitely stay again if I was in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service was great and hotel was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Charles

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We pulled in the parking lot and left. This hotel should not be listed on Expedia. Nasty is all I can say.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms newly renovated and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

William

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Wouldn't stay there again. Air conditioner noise kept me awake. Light over shaving mirror out. Century old motor inn. But at least it was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For the price, this hotel was fine. Outside does not look great but the room was clean. When trying to check out, I could not find anyone despite ringing the bell.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Noah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Not fancy, but clean and quiet, and just what I needed fir a very brief stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place was clean very close to downtown next to the river peaceful friendly welcoming everything you need at a ridiculously low price. A YES FROM ME
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monon Mahfuz

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

catherlen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
It was a great stay, the hotel was in the perfect location for what we wanted to do. Room was very clean but the pillows bed was very wore out. The shower was nice and very hot water. Was told that the total for the 2 nights was $199.28 but when we checked in the total that we was charged was $207.25 not sure why?
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel was an old building. Road in front was loud. No lobby. Had to ring a doorbell for service. The room was clean, but when I took a shower brown water came out of the faucet. There was no Wi-Fi. No complementary breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Love the veiw out the back window! But the room was very small. It would suit the "normal" traveler very well. And though the property was very clean, it is dated. It's a quaint roadside motel, and I was happy that we stayed there. Just wasn't ready for the limited space.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gary, Rome

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am visiting the Sylva Police Station later this morning to report an attempted fraud and extortion attempt by the management of this property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect little place to lay your head, beautiful river behind you!! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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