8/10 Good
Walter
30 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walter
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area
2.0 star property
Travelers start their day with a continental breakfast before handling tasks at the 24-hour front desk or catching up on news with a complimentary newspaper.
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Located near Lake Lanier, Econo Lodge provides a practical stay with in-room WiFi and self parking. Guests appreciate the helpful round-the-clock front desk staff, while convenient amenities include continental breakfast, laundry services, and daily newspapers.
Reviews
6.26.2 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Laundry room
- Housekeeping
The current price is HK$625
HK$625
HK$758 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Room options
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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking
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Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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About the area
Gainesville is home to Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area. Lake Lanier and Elachee Nature Science Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Smithgall Arts Center and Quinlan Visual Arts Center. Interactive Neighborhood for Kids and Frances Meadows Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Gainesville travel guide
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809 Jesse Jewell Pkwy SW, Gainesville, GA, 30501
What's nearby
Quinlan Visual Arts Center3 min drive - 2.1 km
Lake Lanier3 min drive - 2.8 km- Midland Dog Park8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Smithgall Arts Center9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Brenau University15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
- Gainesville Station18 min walk
Restaurants
- QuikTrip7 min walk
- CookOut2 min walk
- McDonald's2 min walk
- Whataburger8 min walk
- La Mejor De Michoacan13 min walk
About this property
Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area
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Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area provides amenities, such as free continental breakfast and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
- Free self-parking
- Express check-out, laundry services and a 24-hour front desk
- Free newspapers
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All guest rooms at Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
Extra amenities include:
- Heating and fans
- Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
- Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
- Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Free self parking on site
- Limited on-site self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
- Free continental breakfast available daily 6 AM to 9 AM
Family friendly
- In-room microwave
- In-room refrigerator
- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Free newspapers in lobby
Guest services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- No lift
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
- 2 floors
- Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
More
- Access via exterior corridors
- Air conditioning
- Fan
- Free local calls
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available
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
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 9 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Deposit: USD 25 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
Americas Best Value Inn Motel Gainesville
Americas Best Value Inn Gainesville
Americas Best Value Inn Gainesville Motel
Americas Inn Gainesville
Econo Lodge Motel
Econo Lodge Gainesville
Econo Lodge Motel Gainesville
Frequently asked questions
Is Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area?
As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area on 20 Mar 2026 start from HK$625, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.
Where is Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area located?
Situated in Gainesville, this motel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Midland Dog Park and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Lake Lanier. Smithgall Arts Center and Brenau University are also within 1 mile (2 km). Gainesville Station is 18 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area Reviews
6.2
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6.8
Cleanliness
7.0
Location
6.8
Staff & service
6.2
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 280 reviews
10 - Excellent
55
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 280 reviews
8 - Good
57
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 280 reviews
6 - Okay
73
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 280 reviews
4 - Poor
46
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 280 reviews
2 - Terrible
49
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Eddie
25 Oct 2025
It was comfortable
Eddie
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
The
2 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good and the staff was friendly and helpful
The
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angelica
18 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, helpful.
Angelica
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kerrie
3 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice property
Kerrie
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bethune
20 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was walkable distance to food establishments which was a plus
Bethune
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joseph
2 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was comfortable and quiet
Joseph
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christopher
25 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that they check to make sure I was still checking in they just was very helpful
Christopher
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
8/10 Good
Dainon
25 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good on a budget, good coffee
Good for the price, but room service barged in on me twice before 9am and I was trying to sleep for work. Coffee was nice. Receptionist at late night check in was very friendly.
Dainon
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sofia
1 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place
Sofia
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
Kimberly
12 Oct 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed were comfortable. Rooms need remodel, mold on bathroom ceiling, bathroom door handle broke
Kimberly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Ronald
26 Oct 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Breakfast area photo on th3 web showed a lot of items. Didn't happen.
Ronald
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Wendell
12 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was tight. Cean room and comfortable bed but no soap the first couple days for shower. No amenities like coffee in the morning.
Wendell
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
2/10 Terrible
Ryan
5 Oct 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We pulled in and there were people sitting outside their room with a small grill. From the looks of their room I think they lived there. There were also 2 people milling around the parking lot which seemed unsafe. We decided not to stay here based on those issues.
Ryan
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
4/10 Poor
montenez
13 Sept 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The ladies at front desk were nice but did see a roach crawling and the bed was horrible soon as u sit on it you sink to the ground
montenez
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
2/10 Terrible
Nayeli
15 Nov 2025
Disliked: Staff & service
Second time I asked for a top room and never got it both times
Nayeli
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Jeffrey
29 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room, bad area.
The room was great, but the area was ghetto. Something is bad if you need security glass at the lobby desk. The smell of weed coming through the ac didn't help either.
Jeffrey
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joel
13 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and very well kept
Joel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Jaime
16 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was clean except for the top sheet smelled like urine.
Jaime
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10 Good
Maranda
10 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
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Maranda
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brandy
4 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved
Brandy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Megan
5 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
What you typically would expect for an econo lodge... it did the job. However, the "included breakfast" is a joke. It's granola bars.
Megan
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
4/10 Poor
Bruce
20 Jul 2025
Terrible
The room was not the room I paid for. The room was not clean like it should have been. The continental breakfast was just breakfast bars.
Bruce
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
PAULETTE
13 Oct 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just for one night but would not go back there needs a make over
PAULETTE
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
4/10 Poor
Stephen
27 Jul 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It wasn't what showed on the picture
Stephen
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025