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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines

2.0 of 5
4755 Merle Hay Road, I-80 / I-35, Exit 131, Des Moines, IA 50322
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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines
Ranked #24 of 44 hotels in Des Moines
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Omaha, USA
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54 reviews 54 reviews
33 hotel reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Econolodge is an average 2-star interstate hotel. If that is all you seek, it will be acceptable. We wanted an inexpensive place to stay for Drake Relays, and ended up here. I had low expectations, but they were slightly exceeded. The property is a little run-down and could use a fresh coat of paint and other cosmetic work, but our... More

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Thunder Bay, Canada
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11 reviews 11 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

This hotel was close the the interstate but I did not hear any traffic noise. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. There were restaurants close by, a breakfast of sorts was included, and the staff was friendly and helpful. At $55 (including tax) this stay was a good deal. There were a few cons: The water pipe noise... More

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34 reviews 34 reviews
22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013 via mobile

This is an average hotel. The rooms are small the decor is old and outdated. If you are just looking for a cheap place to stay overnight this will do. For the most part my room was clean. The bed was not the most comfortable.

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Centerville, Iowa, United States
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

Stayed while covering state wrestling tournament. Wifi was dreadfully slow (talking about .2mbps download up to about 1 mbps when everyone was asleep). Other than that, everything was great and fit what should be expected for the cost. About $260 for four nights, was terrific. Stay here everytime I come to Des Moines. Just a fantastic bang for you buck.

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Des Moines
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013

Good accommodations at a fair price, safe & clean. Easy check in and check out. Friendly staff. Rooms were clean and up to date. Staff friendly and helpful. Traveling alone as a women I felt safe, well lit parking lots.

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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56 reviews 56 reviews
11 hotel reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

In Des Moines for a dog show the same weekend as the Iowa wrestling tournament, and wanted something that was pet friendly. 1. Rooms were clean, but nothing fancy. 2. Continental breakfast had coffee, some juices, 2 dry cereal options, 2 instant oatmeal choices, 2 waffle making machines, selection of breads and muffins and some fruit. 3. Television channels were... More

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Chicago, IL
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 August 2012

Took a 12 day driving trip out West. Decided to be adventurous and go without reservations for any hotels. We used hotwire.com for all of our accommodations. We were being budget conscious with a range of $35-$75 nightly, nothing less then a 2-3 star property. The Econo Lodge Inn & Suites was entirely appropriate for our needs. The hotel was... More

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Valparaiso, Indiana
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 July 2012

Found a sock in the bed that wasnt ours, the windows were filthy, there amature handyman tried to hang a new bathroom door very unprofessional the dresser had nobs missing. WILL NOT STAY AGAIN!

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2012

A lesson learned. I arrived late into this hotel and was pleased with the ambiance and service. However that was all ruined when I realized that I had slept in an unsecure room. See photo check out Room 217 and see if its still broken. Anyways, after going through proper channels the best that is being done is that it... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2011

The rooms are ok but if you plan to use internet forget about it. It is extremely slow. I called the fron desk about it but their response was that it is always that slow and can't do much about it. So much for the high speed internet. Some of the TV stations are static and channel 2 "the channel... More

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Address: 4755 Merle Hay Road, I-80 / I-35, Exit 131, Des Moines, IA 50322
Region: United States > Iowa > Des Moines
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Business Centre Free Breakfast Pets Allowed Wheelchair access
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Ranked #24 of 44 hotels in Des Moines
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Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
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