Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown

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Located close to Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center and Grout Museum of History, Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown provides laundry facilities, a fireplace in the lobby, and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a conference center.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

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  • Sleeps 4
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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  • Sleeps 2
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  • Sleeps 4
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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

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  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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  • Sleeps 2
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

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  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Waterloo, Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown is in the city center and near the airport. Grout Museum of History and John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Waterloo Center for the Arts and Lost Island Waterpark. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Young Arena. Visit our Waterloo travel guide
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226 W 5th St, Waterloo, IA, 50701

What's nearby

  • An indoor ice hockey rink with a player in motion, bright overhead lights, and empty spectator stands.
    Young Arena
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Waterloo Convention Center
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Waterloo Center for the Arts
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sidecar Coffee Shop
    11 min walk
  • SingleSpeed Brewing Co.
    6 min walk
  • Newton's Paradise Cafe
    8 min walk
  • Screaming Eagle American Bar & Grill
    10 min walk
  • El Patron Family Mexican
    10 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown

  • Hotel near Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center
  • Located close to Grout Museum of History and Waterloo Center for the Arts, Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown provides laundry facilities, a fireplace in the lobby, and a gym. Free in-room WiFi and a conference center are available to all guests.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self parking
    • Express check-out, a vending machine, and a TV in the lobby
    • A 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 68 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
    • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Frequently asked questions

Is Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown on Nov 24, 2026 start from $45, including 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?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown located?

Located in the heart of Waterloo, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center, Waterloo Center for the Arts, and Grout Museum of History. Young Arena and John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown Reviews

6.8

6.8

Cleanliness

6.4

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 479 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 479 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 479 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 479 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 75 out of 479 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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A true hidden gem. Not what I expected in downtown, but it is clean, quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was amazing and the breakfast was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My husband and I stayed at the hotel for two nights. The room was thoroughly cleaned, the breakfast was solid, and the staff were friendly. We aren't particularly demanding people; we just came here to sleep. Everything was perfectly fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very affordable and good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Rooms were clean, on site parking. Staff were pleasant. Breakfast is was decent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms and nice breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast menu was great the parking was safe and effective and the front desk was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean just I will clean a little bit more elevator entrance . Receptionist person was friendly and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location,good parking..hot breakfast..and did I say Great Location!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Convenient location, great prices, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was kind breakfast was good
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The stay here was great. The hotel was in great shape, the desk clerk was friendly, the luggage carts sturdy and elevator worked! The room was clean, the bed was comfortable and the shower was hot. That's what we were looking for and this spot checked off all of our needs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was pleasant enjoyed my stay and staff was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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Breakfast was good. Staff was very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What a fun place to stay. Right downtown and lots of stuff to do. The staff was great and everyone was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

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Room was fine stay was peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast is good and the rooms are nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

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The room was clean, was very nice and the staff there are awesome, always nice and courteous. Never have a problem staying there!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very friendly front desk!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

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Fun place. Great rooms for the price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a perfect stay for my needs. The staff were wonderful, the room was comfortable, and the location was ideal. The breakfast was minimal but a nice option. The staff were very helpful with all of my travel issues during blizzard conditions.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Helpful staff. Didn't have TV remote and the situation was handled quickly. The man sent was friendly, polite and knew what he was doing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Windows actually opened in the room. Breakfast was pretty decent. Property was nice considering what it used to look like
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, well kept. Truly a gem.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It’s really close to a couple of good restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025