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Econo Lodge

No-frills, affordable hotels, part of Choice since 1990, with about 700 hotels in the US.

  • Choice Hotels InternationalHotel group
  • Economy & budgetTier
  • United StatesOrigin

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About Econo Lodge

Choice’s predecessor Quality Inns bought Econo Lodge of America in August 1990. Skift counted 702 Econo Lodge hotels in the US at the end of 2022.

What to expect

Affordable, no-frills rooms, such as Econo Lodge near Lackland Air Force Base-SeaWorld in San Antonio. It competes with brands like Days Inn and Super 8.

Who it suits

Road-trippers and budget travellers who need a simple room.

Booking tips

  • Choice Privileges members can earn and use points at participating hotels, usually on eligible rates booked directly or through qualifying channels.
  • Many unrelated independent hotels share this name, especially outside North America, so check that the hotel you book is part of Choice Hotels.

What Econo Lodge is known for

  • Part of Choice since 1990
  • About 700 US hotels
  • No-frills value stays

Style of hotels

  • Select-service

Good for

  • Budget stays

Where to find Econo Lodge

Econo Lodge hotels are found mainly in: North America.

  • San Antonio Near Lackland AFB-SeaWorld
  • North Vancouver
  • United States

Signature hotels

  • Econo Lodge near Lackland AFB-SeaWorldSan Antonio

Choice Privileges: Econo Lodge loyalty programme

Stays at Econo Lodge hotels count towards Choice Privileges. Members can earn points on eligible stays across the group's brands and redeem them for free nights. Points and member rates usually apply only to bookings made directly or on qualifying rates.

Econo Lodge: Frequently Asked Questions

01Who owns Econo Lodge?

Econo Lodge is part of Choice Hotels International.

02Is Econo Lodge a luxury brand?

Econo Lodge sits in the economy & budget segment of the hotel market.

03Which loyalty programme does Econo Lodge use?

Stays at Econo Lodge hotels can earn and use points in Choice Privileges when you book in a way that qualifies, usually directly with the brand or through an eligible rate.

04How do I find cheap Econo Lodge hotels?

Search your destination and dates on HotelSelects Deals, then compare the rates shown. Booking a few weeks ahead for busy dates, staying flexible by a day and choosing refundable rates you can rebook all help you find a better price.

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