Title: Econo Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Econo Lodge Hotel in Albert Lea with free breakfast and 24-hour business centre ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33300000/33293400/33293304/6c7fb6a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33300000/33293400/33293304/a42d7b81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33300000/33293400/33293304/3e821b3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33300000/33293400/33293304/8125b909.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Vending machine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33300000/33293400/33293304/acb15738.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Centrally located in town, Econo Lodge welcomes guests with continental breakfast each morning. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOwatonna-Hotels-Econo-Lodge.h33293304.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOwatonna-Hotels-Econo-Lodge.h33293304.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.65536%2C-93.33527&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XgS6nAhx6b--Ztk-AoUP1fbtcm0=) 2306 East Main Street, Building B, Albert Lea, MN, 56007 #### What's nearby - Fountain Lake - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles - Freeborn County Historical Society - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles - Albert Lea City Arena - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles - Marion Ross Performing Arts Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles - Mayo Clinic Health System - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles #### Getting around - Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 94 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Trail's Travel Center - ‬3 min drive - ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬2 min drive - ‪Skol Tavern - ‬2 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Econo Lodge Hotel remodelled in 2019 At Econo Lodge, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, laundry facilities and a 24-hour business centre. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Main Street Family Restau, the on-site family restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - Free self-parking - Meeting rooms, free newspapers and a TV in reception - A vending machine, a reception hall and a banquet hall Room features All 50 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and free newspapers. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and baths or showers - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels - Fridges, on-request microwaves and heating ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Main Street Family Restau ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Microwave on request - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Free newspapers in lobby - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - 24-hour business centre - Meeting rooms ### 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. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas - Reception hall - Renovated entire property - December 2019 ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Premium bedding - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Hydromassage showerhead - Private bathroom - Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request) - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels ### Food and drink - Microwave on request - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Free daily newspapers - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 14 kg per pet) Pets cannot be left unattended Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per night. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day - Service animals are exempt from fees - Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Cashless transactions are available Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Econo Lodge Hotel Albert Lea Econo Lodge Albert Lea Econo Lodge Hotel Econo Lodge Albert Lea Econo Lodge Hotel Albert Lea ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Econo Lodge pet-friendly? > Yes, Econo Lodge allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 14 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking at Econo Lodge? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Econo Lodge? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Econo Lodge? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Econo Lodge located? > Situated in Albert Lea, this hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Freeborn County Historical Society, Fountain Lake and Albert Lea City Arena. Marion Ross Performing Arts Center and Mayo Clinic Health System are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Econo Lodge Reviews 6.6 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.6 Cleanliness ### 7.4 Location ### 7.6 Staff & service ### 6.4 Eco-friendliness ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 62 8 - Good 76 6 - Okay 55 4 - Poor 40 2 - Terrible 43 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy 12 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved the stay ##### Timothy Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Margaret 16 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Always a good place to stay on our trip north ##### Margaret Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda 30 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Enjoyed our overnight stay here. ##### Linda Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura 25 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities It was a really nice hotel. ##### Laura Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Karen 18 Aug 2024 Convenient to highway. ##### Karen Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick 10 Aug 2024 Liked: Amenities Great ##### Patrick Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### NORMA 6 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Close to US 40, drive up to door ##### NORMA Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Joe 12 Apr 2024 Liked: Staff & service Typical econo lodge nothing fancy but bed was comfortable quite area ##### Joe Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### David 27 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Property is a bit dated but suited my purpose just fine . For an overnight stay this worked perfectly ##### David Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Mark 20 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities price was right and room was clean ##### Mark Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Elaine 9 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good restaurant - dekcious food. Room was clean and updated, quiet and comfortable beds. ##### Elaine Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane 13 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A favorite stop This is a frequent stop for us. We like the Econo Lodge very much. Any issues we have had are quickly resolved. We like the staff and we loved the attached restaurant. it is amazing We don't need a fancy place and this fits the bill ##### Jane Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Elaine 24 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service For the price this room was very good. Very comfortable beds and room was clean and in good condition. We will stay here again on our next visit to MN. ##### Elaine Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Timothy 26 Sept 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities This hotel is fine for a quick overnight for the budget minded traveler. Overall the property seemed quite run-down particularly the outside. The room seemed clean and the beds were comfortable. The breakfast was very minimal with very few items. The staff were friendly and helpful. ##### Timothy Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Judy 20 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities It was perfect for our needs. ##### Judy Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Margaret 4 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The room was adequate for our needs, especially the parking as we were in a truck with a 16' trailer. ##### Margaret Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Wendy 22 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Quiet place, an older place but it was clean. ##### Wendy Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda 19 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice hotel It’s an older building but it was clean. Hallway and outside area was well lit. Desk clerk was efficient and helpful. The free breakfast was good and gave us a good start to the day as we continued with our travels. Breakfast area was well stocked and clean. ##### Brenda Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### miao 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very good experience. The stuff are very warm-hearted. The beds are comfortable. The space is big. There is a Walmart nearby. The breakfast is very delicious. My family are all satisfied. ##### miao Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 25 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I had a pleasant stay at Econo Lodge! The staff was friendly and helpful, making me feel welcome. The cleaning was top-notch; my room was always tidy. The restaurant served delicious meals, adding to the overall positive experience. I highly recommend it for a comfortable and enjoyable stay! ##### Michael ### 6/10 Okay #### bobby 31 Aug 2023 water was good in the rooms ##### bobby Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 6 Oct 2024 Liked: Room comfort Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Dated but sufficient. Exterior of hotel was in very poor condition. No security on exterior doors with locks removed or taped over. Interior appeared very clean but dated. Staff was very friendly and welcoming! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marion 10 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Front desk person was very helpful. ##### Marion Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### STEPHEN 15 Oct 2024 Older buildings with lots of wear and tear. The internet wasn’t working the night I stayed. The price though was significantly lower than other places in the area ##### STEPHEN Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Terry 14 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Econo Lodge Albert Lea Good Low end basic economy hotel. 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