Econo Lodge Inn & Suites

I wouldn’t stay here again if it was free. The walls are paper thin. The room next to us had their tv on all night and I heard it as if it was in my room. At one point I heard two different TV sets on. It was awful. The worst night of sleep I’ve had in a long time.
Cleanliness was ok, the bathroom was dirty though. The bed wasn’t too bad. The curtains have holes in them.
It’s gross. Don’t stay here.

The staff was very very friendly… thank gawd for that… it made the stay here bearable. This place is old and a bit run down, but I dont think it would take too much to get it back in tip top shape. The AC unit was working very well in the room that I had to exchange for the 1^st one we were given (noisy family next door). A blessing since it was very hot and humid. This place is OK for families with small children but not couples or folks looking for relaxation. I am puzzled as to why anyone would think Hot Springs is a great destination for vacation with children anyway, other than the water park, which isnt much to write home about.
Our first night here was very noisy, with all the comings and goings of large families staying there. The cleanliness of our room was not very good. The grounds could have used some work and the other patrons threw trash around instead of using the many trash cans available. There were more than a few safety hazards in the pool area as well.
I did not want to walk bare footed on the carpet in our room and made sure I shook my bed linens out before getting in. The location of the hotel is excellent. The free Wifi is very weak at certain times of the day.
Only recommended if you are on a very tight budget.

If you like smelly, smoky rooms with stained and torn sheets this is the place for you. Lets face it. It’s the econo lodge. It was never going to be luxurious. But I at least hoped for clean. The first room stank so badly of stale smoke that we asked to move. The second room definitely didn’t smell as bad but still felt like we were being punished for a crime we didn’t commit. I must say the lady at reception was very nice about the room change. (Hence the one star)
It’s hard not feel like you itch all over at this place. Do yourself a favor and stay elsewhere.

I was really surprised about this place. I had expected an okay hotel and not anything more. When we pulled into the drive I noticed the outside seemed inviting more so then any other Econo Lodge I had been in. The room was spacious, clean, great location! The staff was helpful also. I would recommend this place if you are wanting a great location near the lake but not the typical price of such a place. We will be staying here again. The only negative I could say would be the continental breakfast doesn’t look appealing, but I have seldom seen one that does. standard commercial pastries and no frills, but then again, I wasn’t even aware there was a breakfast at the hotel. However, I would guess it would be okay if eating on the run.
Don’t be fooled by the Econo Lodge name, this hotel is worth it.