Econo Lodge South

2.0 star property
Motel in Garner with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Lobby
Laundry room
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
1602 Mechanical Blvd, Garner, NC, 27529
  • North Carolina State University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Raleigh Convention Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Red Hat Amphitheater
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Garner

Econo Lodge South places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as North Carolina State University and Raleigh Convention Center. This 62-room motel has conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • North Carolina State University - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Dorothea Dix Park - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Raleigh Convention Center - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Red Hat Amphitheater - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek - 10 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • Raleigh Union Station - 11 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge South

Motel in Garner with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Econo Lodge South features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a computer station, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect 37-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Sofa beds, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1994
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Queen sofa bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 15.00
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 21 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-7:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Econo Lodge South?

Econo Lodge South provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Econo Lodge South?

As of Jul 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge South on Jul 14, 2025 start from $80.75, 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.

What's there to do close to Econo Lodge South?

This motel is located in Garner, close to Red Hat Amphitheater, Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek, and North Carolina State Fairgrounds. You'll also find Dorothea Dix Park and North Carolina State Capitol within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Econo Lodge South?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the motel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Econo Lodge South have a casino on the premises?

No, Econo Lodge South doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Econo Lodge South?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Econo Lodge South?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Econo Lodge South?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Econo Lodge South have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Econo Lodge South offers free on-the-go breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Econo Lodge South allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Econo Lodge South though service animals are welcome.

Does Econo Lodge South have connecting rooms?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Econo Lodge South?

The closest major airport to Econo Lodge South is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is 16.8 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Econo Lodge South?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Econo Lodge South.

Econo Lodge South Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 271 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 271 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 271 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 271 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 271 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrislene

The breakfast was decent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

juergen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Haji

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angelica

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not going back to this hotel ever again! Dirty, smells weed, dirty, furniture old and broken!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was good bed a little hard feeling hurts my back but most of all could be a lot better for the breakfast it was good i mean no one wants waffles wrapped in plastic when other hands touch it or the waffles where thesame way and hard the choices for breakfast was terrible needs to up grade bad other than that it the stay was good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are always so nice to people
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Charron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shaniyah

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best rate thru Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people and staff. Room was cleaned daily, hot water, ice machine laundry services and free light breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wasnt a safe area of town
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very helpful and kind!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
I only stayed one night ! Not only did someone try to get into my room around 2 am, there was a gap in the door seal(frame of door) my room Was freezing all night I couldn’t get out of there fast enough.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fine establishment
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

james lyman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice until I saw a roach or two, after being told there was no issues with roaches or bedbugs! Other than the roach it was clean & quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoila, Raeford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Management was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024