Econo Lodge

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Gastonia motel

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Breakfast area
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Property amenity
Lobby

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1721 Broadcast St., Gastonia, NC, 28052
  • Place, Rankin Lake Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastridge Mall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Crowders Mountain State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlotte, NC (CLT-Charlotte-Douglas Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Gastonia

Near the airport.At this Gastonia motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Rankin Lake Park and 3 miles (5 km) of Bradley Station Dog Park. Gastonia Farmers Market and Arts on Main are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Rankin Lake Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Eastridge Mall - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • CaroMont Regional Medical Center - 5 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Crowders Mountain State Park - 10 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • U.S. National Whitewater Center - 22 min drive - 13.0 miles

Getting around

  • Gastonia Station - 5 min drive
  • Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cavendish Brewery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tommy's Drive-In - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pita Wheel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Gastonia motel
WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Econo Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Gastonia motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1984
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Econo Lodge offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. 32-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

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 parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 15.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out fee: USD 15.00

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Econo Lodge to the airport?

Econo Lodge is 17 mi (20-min drive) away from the Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Econo Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Econo Lodge.

Does Econo Lodge offer free breakfast?

Econo Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Econo Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Catawba Two Kings Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Econo Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Econo Lodge have a pool?

Econo Lodge features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Econo Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Econo Lodge to downtown Gastonia?

Econo Lodge is 1.7 mi away from Gastonia.

Econo Lodge Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 385 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 385 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 385 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 385 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 133 out of 385 reviews

5.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Very friendly staff that accommodated any problems I had
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Constanza

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

benjie

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Valerie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was one staff member that was very nice and helpful I asked for a accable room I'm disabled and I have mobility issues I was okay without it but they put us all the way down the end it was very far from the pool and office for me to walk when I asked to move rooms they said they didn't have anything else.I was very disappointed the house keeping staff was rude and didn't bring me anything until I complained to the front desk .there was one nice man that drove my daughter and I to the room and when I complained he even brought everything I needed to the room.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chase

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Idk
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kendra

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very rude. They only care about money they don't care one bit about human beings and their circumstances.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was NOT friendly at all. After staying there on and off for months they wanted to start charging me a pet fee of $22.50 a day for my dog which Id had with me the entire time! it was only when a certain employee worked that I was being harassed and treated differently and unfairly. and not to mention the surroundings arent pleasant either. And they started charging more for the pool and never even opened it
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aaron

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Twana

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was stranded due to weather, and had to wait till next day for my flight. Due to two other events going on in the area, most hotels were booked (or $600+). Found this hotel about 20 min from airport. The room was clean. The first room offered was occupied. In the next room offered, the A/C unit was disassembled in the room. This was the last room available that was non-smoking. I was told by the attendant that there was a smoking room available but it was known to have roaches. The attendant did try calling to the hotels next door to see if there was availability, but everything was booked. With no other hotels in the area available I stayed in the room with no A/C for the night. Thankfully I had added travel insurance to this stay, which I would recommend. You may have a great experience, I just had a lot of things working against me this one night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jimmy

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checked in this property on Saturday afternoon went to room air condition did not work. Room was filthy. Smells bad floor gives away as you walked on it door have been broken into in the past no safety lock on it smoke alarm missing could stick your hand between the wall and the air conditioning unit and could also stick your hand underneath the door. This place deserves to be tore down. It is a total waste of money, homeless people all around the property prostitutes in the parking lot this is ridiculous.I really think I should be reimbursed for this stay try to get my money back, but was told that it was an Expedia booking and they did not refund very very disappointed. After not being able to get a refund was issued two more rooms. Those rooms were not much better. TV did not work smoke alarms missing cracks under the door. Same cracks around the air conditioning units like I said this whole facility needs to be bulldozed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Roger

Traveled with pets
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Place was ok but i booked the room at 12pm but would not let me check in until ater 3pm had to wait in my car , they did not have a problem taking my money 12pm dont know why i had to wait so long to ckeck in , if check out is at 11am u should be able to check in at least 12pm.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shawn

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Burned bathrooms, bullet holes, broken cars, and I’m pretty sure bug infested.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Traveled with group
Did not stay, but was refunded
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

chandler

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kortni

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

6/10 Okay

john

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are trash every where outside n they are roaches bad
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Deion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Hannah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024