Econo Lodge South

2.0 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Garner

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

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

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

City center stay.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this motel, you'll find North Carolina State University and Raleigh Convention Center. Dorothea Dix Park and Shaw University are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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 perfectly located for exploring Garner
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available daily. The business-friendly Econo Lodge South also features a vending machine, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Garner motel.

  • 1 building
  • 62 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 82 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1994
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Econo Lodge South offers 62 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations are furnished with queen sofa beds. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 21 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • 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 50.00 per accommodation, 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.

  • 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 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; 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)
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, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Children 21 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.

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge South Garner
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Econo Lodge South to the airport?

Econo Lodge South is 16.8 mi (22-min drive) away from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge South on Jul 30, 2025 start from $68.6, 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 South have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Econo Lodge South.

Does Econo Lodge South offer free breakfast?

Econo Lodge South offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 6 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Econo Lodge South?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge South?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM. Early check-in costs USD 15.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Econo Lodge South?

This motel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Econo Lodge South have a pool?

Econo Lodge South does not have a pool.

Does Econo Lodge South have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Econo Lodge South to downtown Garner?

Econo Lodge South is 2 mi away from Garner.

Econo Lodge South Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 272 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

2/10 Terrible

Krystal

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Staff was absolutely horrible. The black gentleman at the front desk charged my card without my authorization the night before for a single night then when I checked in to pay the remaining balance behaved as if I did not have the money to stay a motel they had already charged me a full night for. They double charged my room then said they would give it away if I couldn’t pay a $50 deposit. I had to call my bank on speaker for them to fix everything and give me my room key. They did not go into to the room once to clean it while I stayed. 4 nights for an event in town. Though they were moving to clean rooms every morning. The breakfast was Saran wrapped pop tarts and box donuts bought the day of. Even at check out another man looked at me crazy when I asked for a printed copy of my receipt. Stay here if you must but the staff is not kind and the rooms will be dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Karen, Los Angeles

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was given a "suite" because the room I reserved was already taken, apparently. Side note: I called in advance for my room because my flight was delayed until midnight. Well, I get to the property and I am already regretting it. I was told the shower doesn't function but the tub was the best part! Wow... I get in there with the diabolical smell of cigarette smoke and linens from the 50s. Housekeeping was, loud, rude and unmannerly. I just cant... NEVER AGAIN. Mind you, I also paid over 700 for 3 nights... pshh..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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

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