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Econo Lodge

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Franklin motel

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Lobby
Fridge, microwave
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Pool
Restaurant

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
1660 Armory Drive, Franklin, VA, 23851
  • Franklin Commons Shopping Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Franklin City Hall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Southampton Memorial Hospital
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Franklin

In Franklin .You'll find Franklin Commons Shopping Center and Armory Plaza within a 15-minute walk of this Franklin motel. Lakeview Medical Center and Paul D. Camp Community College - Franklin Campus are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Franklin Commons Shopping Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lakeview Medical Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Franklin City Hall - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Franklin Historic District - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Southampton Memorial Hospital - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fred's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Ranchero Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Duck Thru - Sedley Road - Hunterdale - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Econo Lodge

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Franklin motel
As a guest of Econo Lodge, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and an ATM. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Franklin motel.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
Econo Lodge offers 84 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Franklin motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

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

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Travel Inn Franklin
Econo Lodge Motel
Econo Lodge Franklin
Knights Inn Franklin VA
Econo Lodge Motel Franklin

Frequently asked questions

How close is Econo Lodge to the airport?

Econo Lodge is 65.3 mi (70-min drive) away from the Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Econo Lodge?

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge on Jun 29, 2025 start from $54.09, 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.

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.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Econo Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Econo Lodge have a pool?

Econo Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Econo Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Econo Lodge to downtown Franklin?

Econo Lodge is 2.1 mi away from Franklin.

Econo Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 169 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Colleen

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was disgustingly filthy. The floor had not been cleaned. The bathroom tub was filthy. Paint was peeling off the door. There was no rod in the closet to hang anything (or hangers). There was no cord for the phone.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I think it was a decent hotel for a weekend away
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alvin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

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

Visiting tripn

It’s so comfy and the service is immaculate
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angela

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
These people are outright thieves
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Henry

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Although the facility was under reconstruction, the overall service and cleanliness of the room were great. It was also very reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room waa clean and cozy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ursula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Desk person extremely welcoming and knowledgeable! Loved the no carpeted floors ! Saw a cockroach but came prepared with a can of Raid ! We sprayed a few places and got the restful sleep we desperately needed ! Something that looked like a blood smear on shower curtain !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice staff, but bugs

The staff is absolutely wonderful! The three roaches I killed and the two I missed, not so much. The mattress was not comfortable for me at all, but everybody is different about what kind of mattress they like. The accessible room is adequate for me to get around in and the tub has good grab rails for me. Horizontal and vertical, so bonus points there. All grab rails on the wall for the toilet and tub were very sturdy. No shower chair is available, so make sure you have arrangements for that.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

Okay if short stay

Okay, for short visit to see family.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not for solo women

The reception was nice and the bed and bathroom were clean, but the first thing I noticed when I walked into my room was that it was extremely damp. I couldn’t walk barefoot without my feet feeling sticky and wet, and there was an overwhelming musty smell. One lamp shade looked like it had mold growing on it. I also felt very unsafe as a solo female traveler. There were several different groups of men standing outside their doors in every section of the motel, even though it was late on a work night, and I didn’t see a single other woman. They were loud all night, and even woke me up at 6 am yelling. When I left around 6:45 am the outside reeked of beer, and as soon as I walked out the door the men stopped talking and just stared at me as I headed to my car. I had a terrible gut feeling the whole time and I’m glad to be out of there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tish

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shirley

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our toilrt backed up i called and they told me they would take care of it next am ,they didnt they kept wanting to.put us in a double room not king .we left
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The proprietor was very nice and the room and bathroom were clean but in need of updating. Lampshades were dirty and damaged, no facial tissue, no glass for drinking, couldn’t get the air conditioning regulated. Below expected standards for Econo Lodge previous experiences.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dirty Hotel

Dirty. Bugs. No refunds
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Deanna

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
affordable great staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myca, Portsmouth

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023