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Economy Inn

2.5 star property
Family-friendly stay near Xfinity Theatre

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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490 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06108
  • Place, East Hartford Shopping Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pratt and Whitney Headquarters
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Connecticut River
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

East Hartford

In East Hartford .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of East Hartford Shopping Center and 2 miles (3 km) of Connecticut River with a stay here. Cabela's and Charter Oak Landing are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • East Hartford Shopping Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pratt and Whitney Headquarters - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Connecticut River - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Charter Oak Landing - 1 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Cabela's - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hartford Union Station - 9 min drive
  • Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Humacao Spanish Food - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Augie and Ray's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Economy Inn

Family-friendly stay near Xfinity Theatre
Economy Inn offers its guests multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and coffee/tea in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. The family-friendly Economy Inn also features a convenience store and RV/bus/truck parking. Self parking is free.
  • 1 building
  • 83 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Convenience store
  • Gift shop
  • 1 conference room
Economy Inn offers 83 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This East Hartford hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's club
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 27-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and 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

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge East Hartford
Econo Lodge Hotel East Hartford
Econo Lodge Motel East Hartford
Econo Lodge
Economy Inn Hotel
Economy Inn East Hartford
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Econo Lodge East Hartford Hwy 5
Econo Lodge East Hartford Hartford

Frequently asked questions

How close is Economy Inn to the airport?

Economy Inn is 16.9 mi (23-min drive) away from the Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Economy Inn?

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Economy Inn on Jun 21, 2026 start from $97, including 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 Economy Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Economy Inn.

Does Economy Inn offer free breakfast?

Economy Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Economy Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Economy Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Economy Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Economy Inn have a pool?

Economy Inn does not have a pool.

Does Economy Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Economy Inn to downtown East Hartford?

Economy Inn is 1.6 mi away from East Hartford.

Economy Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 703 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 703 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 703 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 703 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 182 out of 703 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Amenities
They need to do some renovations to this valuable place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Jami

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was disrespectful, rooms was dirty, very nosy and uncomfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Carter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The guy at the front desk was incredibly helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very professional and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Candus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone was so nice can’t wait to go back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Luis

Ceiling tiles frame rusted and stained. Very loud guests. Staff not very friendly very rude.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bettyann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is always spotless
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and for a smoking room had a very faint smell of cigarettes overall perfect for a 1-2 nigh stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Monuhar

Disliked: Amenities
I'm going to say at least the room was clean , worst part was the hot tub was broken ,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness
I was able to park my car right outside my room in the spacious lot. This location is in a nice neighborhood and meets the bare minimum.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Just ac was not working
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Kisha

It is a good place to stay for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Manny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always easy check in, clean and kind staff. I had an excellent stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was nice for the price, could definitely use some updating
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

Alvin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioner not cooling efficiently
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Paul

I thought there would be breakfast, disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, quick check-in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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8/10 Good

Julisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, room was clean but smelled of cigarettes. Perfect for one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was quick and easy to get to and was nice that the guy upgraded us to a king bed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
In town for an event. Hotel met my basic needs. No real complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Jodeyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No early checkin. Budget motel. Did see a few sketchy people hanging around the parking lot. Comfy beds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025