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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown

2.0 star property

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Dining
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is $54
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6

Explore the area

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226 W 5th St, Waterloo, IA, 50701
  • Place, Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterloo Center for the Arts
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Young Arena
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

2 Double Beds Suite Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

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

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32-inch TV with cable channels, pay movies

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown

Waterloo hotel steps from Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center
This hotel features a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a conference center. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk. Housekeeping is available on request.
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This business-friendly hotel also offers a fitness center, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in a common area. Complimentary covered self parking is available on site.

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 18 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Waterloo
Quality Waterloo
Econo Lodge Inn Waterloo
Econo Lodge Waterloo
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Hotel
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Hotel Waterloo

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 438 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 438 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 438 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 438 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 70 out of 438 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was pleasant enjoyed my stay and staff was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fine stay was peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

8/10 Good

Steppin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Verified

8/10 Good

Heriberto

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly front desk!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Nice hotel for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Front desk attendant was incredibly helpful and friendly. Room was very clean and everything was in working order.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, good value. Con: LED lights in room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is good and the rooms are nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tanya

Room was decent for the price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the price this place is great value.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For the price it's great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jayme

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun place. Great rooms for the price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean * roomy As advertised
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Decoby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stay at the property was Great the location was very convenient for the events. The staff was very helpful and found the service for the room could of been better overall it was a Good place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s really close to a couple of good restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff is very helpful..and are willing to go above and beyond what is expected
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean. For a older hotel it has been remodeled fairly well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent! This is downtown Waterloo, so truck and train traffic, but overall we would stay again for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026