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Econo Lodge

2.0 star property
Franklin guestrooms with free WiFi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Breakfast area
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, towels

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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176 N Lovers Ln, Franklin, IN, 46131
  • Historic Artcraft Theater
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Camp Atterbury
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Lucas Oil Stadium
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Indianapolis, IN (IND-Indianapolis Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, towels

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Franklin

In Franklin .You'll find Dame Mall and Franklin College within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Stewart "Red" Faught Stadium and Hamilton Library are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Historic Artcraft Theater - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Johnson County Museum of History - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Camp Atterbury - 22 min drive - 17.6 miles
  • Lucas Oil Stadium - 28 min drive - 24.9 miles
  • Gainbridge Fieldhouse - 29 min drive - 24.9 miles

Getting around

  • Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Econo Lodge

Franklin guestrooms with free WiFi
As a guest of Econo Lodge, you'll find a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Franklin hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Econo Lodge offers 38 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Franklin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 150 for credit card payments
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.
  • 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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 150

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector 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

  • 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

Howard Johnson Express Franklin
Econo Lodge Hotel Franklin
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Econo Lodge to the airport?

Econo Lodge is 32 mi (37-min drive) away from the Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Econo Lodge?

As of Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge on Jun 15, 2025 start from $76.49, 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 hotel.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Econo Lodge?

This hotel 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 hotel.

How close is Econo Lodge to downtown Franklin?

Econo Lodge is 2 mi away from Franklin.

Econo Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 231 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 231 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 231 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 231 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 231 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Out dated
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

sonali

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Chris

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Unclean area around this and neighboring hotels. Has a lot of traffic all hours of the night. Room was worn out and bath tub was pretty gross.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Micky

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Cody

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Worst place ive ever stayed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tembisa

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Britanya

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mold infestation

Small run down motel situated between 2 other motels. Sketchy buildings & area. Felt very unsafe. Motel looks nothing like pictures and didn’t have documented offerings. Our room was COVERED in mold. Told front desk, the only other room they had didn’t have A/C or heat. Front desk acted perplexed & said “no one else had ever complained.” Its clearly visible, so are they not cleaning? Do they just not care? Very hazardous! I believe it was room 103. Also ground lvl w/ slide open window. (Wld not recommend for solo or female travelers.) Checked out & got a refund. Front desk person was nice, that’s about all I can say.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sydney

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower in our room didn’t work and there were no employees around to even tell someone about it. The bed seemed clean enough but everything else was kind of sketchy looking. The employees are always either no where to be found or standing outside smoking, but they were at least a little friendly.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

GROSS.

Absolutely disgusting. Stains all over the bed including mold, smoke detector was missing with wires exposed. Hair in the tub. We ended up leaving and sleeping in the car. I asked the front desk for new sheets and got the following response “ yeah I know but that is all we have right now. We are waiting for a shipment” I said okay.. also the smoke detector was yanked off the ceiling with wires hanging down. The front desk said “yeah we needed the batteries, but there is another one in there” There was not another one in there. Then I said the dresser was kicked in to which she said “yeah, we already knew about that, don’t worry we have your back” Absolutely terrible experience. We checked out after the concert and slept in the car.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor hotel

Not satisfied with stay at all lady at front desk was very rude things in the room falling apart bed hard the pillows were flatter than a pancake would not recommend to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Zandria

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sheryl

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Raymond

The air conditioner fan barely was working
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonny

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Found mold on the ac vents and ice machine room super loud
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Denis

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

Great stay

Had 2 rooms- The king bed was so comfortable! Could have used that 4th missing pillow though. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet peaceful property clean well maintained very nice and friendly guests and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
tub dirty, bottom sheet stained, hallway carpet stained rude checkin staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tom Kathy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We did not stay here. The property was run down and dirty looking. Outside, a number of people who appeared to be vagrants were standing around smoking. Inside more people were sitting around the lobby. It looked like a place for homeless and/or recovering addicts. Does not look at all as it appears on your site.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Rod

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hot water heater had broken, we were not told. No breakfast of any kind.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Horrible experience

When I got to the hotel the front desk had no record of me reserving a room. They were very rude about accommodating to me getting another room and at charge me an extra $10. When we got into the room we found out there was no hot water. Behind the bed was trash and most of the linens hadn't been changed. Very poor facility
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024