Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud

2.0 star property
Hotel near The Ledge Amphitheater in Waite Park

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Reception
Laundry room
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Lobby
Property amenity

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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815 1st St S, Waite Park, MN, 56387
  • Place, The Ledge Amphitheater
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Crossroads Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, CentraCare - St. Cloud Hospital Passages
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Waite Park

Close to airport.You'll find The Ledge Amphitheater and Crossroads Center within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Joe Faber Field and Quarry Park and Nature Preserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • The Ledge Amphitheater - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Crossroads Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • CentraCare - St. Cloud Hospital Passages - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Joe Faber Field - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Quarry Park and Nature Preserve - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • St. Cloud Station - 14 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cash Wise Foods - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud

Hotel near The Ledge Amphitheater in Waite Park
Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud. Self parking is free.

This Waite Park hotel is smoke free.

  • 93 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud offers 93 air-conditioned accommodations with video-game consoles and complimentary weekday newspapers. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Video game console

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • 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

Fees

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

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud to the airport?

Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud is 8.8 mi (18-min drive) away from the St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud?

As of Jan 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud on Feb 19, 2026 start from $50.99, 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 Waite Park - St. Cloud have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud.

How close is Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud to the beach?

This hotel is 12.9 mi (18-min drive) from Avon Beach and 13.6 mi (20-min drive) from Saint John's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud offer free breakfast?

Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud have a pool?

Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud does not have a pool.

Does Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud to downtown Waite Park?

Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud is 0.3 mi away from Waite Park.

Econo Lodge Waite Park - St. Cloud Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 340 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 340 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 340 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 340 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 340 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

NEYSI, los angeles

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is not the best option, but for the price it is fine, there are insects.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The bed was very uncomfortable. Didn't sleep well. I have an ESA certified service dog and they didn't honor that and charged $20. I got charged twice for the room. Never again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

CRAIG

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No issues if your packin heat
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matt

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately I didn't really like anything about it after my daughter and I were turned away because she wasn't 21
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi, Joplin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jajuan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David, Coon Rapids

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dated hotel but great location. Staff is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Was charged a deposit when i should not have been
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Tried to call to let them know we were going to be late checking in, but every time I tried (10+ times over an hour) the line was busy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ruby, Princeton

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, quiet, near busline
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice place for the price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guy never informed us that we had to pay extra for our dogs. He charged us $50 more for the dogs and the hotel was so so awful. Dirty,smelled so bad like dog urine. Was hair all in the bed. We ended up leaving, no refund. I do not recommend this place one bit!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Darlene

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

8/10 Good

Dex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Positive place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

John, Minneapolis

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing special, but it is walking distance to The Ledge
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Philip

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Love

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They made me put a 100 deposit in a room that smelled so bad I had to buy carpet spray and use some of my perfume, then had the audacity to come check that room .. I was so scared to walk outside I wish they just give me my money back what a waste
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025