Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
226 West 5th Street
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2 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
2 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Good location for me”
“Location in downtown”
“The room did have a balcony which I didn’t know about”
“Breakfast was good”
“Good cheap hotel in a pinch, owners live there and seems like the hotel has othe…”
“Breakfast very morning Service was amazing Great team Bed was amazing”
“Price was what I could afford at such short notice”
Overview
The Quality Inn & Suites hotel is located adjacent to the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center, The Isle of Casinos and only 3.2 miles away from the Lost Island Waterpark. The hotel offers shuttle service to the casino for a minimum charge. Other area attractions include the National Cattle Congress, John Deere World Headquarters, Waterloo Industries and numerous golf courses. The hotel is located near the University of Northern Iowa, the Grout Museum District and the Young Arena. A variety of restaurants, including the famous Galleria de Paco, are located adjacent to the property. Guests of this Waterloo, IA hotel will enjoy many full-service amenities and features, including: Free high-speed Internet access, Free deluxe hot continental breakfast with biscuits and gravy, Free newspaper, Free local calls, Pet-friendly hotel; additional charges may apply. Business travelers will appreciated the conveniences of a business center which includes a workstation, printer, office supplies, fax and copy machines. All guest rooms at this Waterloo, IA hotel come equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, hair dryers, irons, ironing boards, curved shower rods and in-room safes. Executive business suites offer large work areas with ergonomic chairs, computer hook-ups and some have whirlpool bathtubs to relax in. The hotel also offers suites with four person in-room hot tubs for those special occasions. The suites feature sofa sleepers, microwaves, refrigerators and living rooms. Non-smoking rooms can be requested. Laundry facilities and valet cleaning service are provided for extra convenience.
Traveller reviews
Daniel
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
Breakfast was good. Good location for me.
Guest
solo_traveller
September 7, 2025
Breakfast was good. Good location for me.
Belle
solo_traveller
March 2, 2024
The only issue I have is I was never returned my deposit
MERLE
solo_traveller
March 1, 2024
Hallways are dark and dingy, dirty carpet. Elevator needs work. Hallways smelled like marijuana. Place needs an overall facelift
BRIAN
solo_traveller
January 8, 2024
“Very displeased. My first contact as I entered the building was what appeared to be a “pimp” wearing”
Close to my event. On a Main Street.
KAYLA
solo_traveller
November 6, 2023
“Not worth it,”
Not much
richard
solo_traveller
September 29, 2023
“Cheap”
Location in downtown
RONALD
couple
August 7, 2023
“Considering the noise, it was ok.”
Not much of a choice.
HopeAnn
family_with_children
July 31, 2023
“Nice for our unexpected stay”
Needed a quick place to stay. Price was what I could afford at such short notice
Peter
couple
July 3, 2023
“Cheap hotel in a pinch”
Good cheap hotel in a pinch, owners live there and seems like the hotel has other long term tenants also but was clean as it could be and very big room but super old.
JUANREZ
couple
June 20, 2023
“Perfect”
Breakfast very morning Service was amazing Great team Bed was amazing
DAMON
couple
June 12, 2023
The room did have a balcony which I didn’t know about.
Martin
couple
May 24, 2023
“Very terrible in every way possible”
Front desk GM was very rude & unprofessional. I would NEVER recommend this place to stay to anyone
JESSE
couple
May 15, 2023
“Gehhto”
Smell
Tracy
couple
August 30, 2022
nothing
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails, Higher level toilet, Lower bathroom sink, Visual aids: Braille, Visual aids: Tactile signs
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Lift, Safety deposit box, Heating, Facilities for disabled guests, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Free parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers, Carbon monoxide detector
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Services
Shuttle service, Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk, Business centre, Laundry, Fax/photocopying, Shuttle service (additional charge), Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks), Daily housekeeping
Double Room with Two Double Beds - Non Smoking
Providing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This family room is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and a carpeted floor. The unit offers 2 beds.
King Room - Accessible/Non-Smoking
The spacious double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The double room offers a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 1 bed.
King Room - Non Smoking
The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The double room provides a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 1 bed.
Double Suite with Two Double Beds and Sofa Bed - Non Smoking
This suite's special feature is the hot tub. The spacious suite provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower.
King Suite - Accessible/Non-Smoking
The spacious suite offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The suite features a safe deposit box, a sofa, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services.
King Suite - Non-Smoking
This suite features a hot tub. The spacious suite offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower.
King Suite with Sofa Bed - Non Smoking
The spacious suite provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower.
One Room Suite with Whirlpool - Non Smoking
Guests will have a special experience as this suite provides a hot tub. The spacious suite offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. This suite features a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a patio.
Suite with Two Double Beds - Non-Smoking
The spacious suite features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower.
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