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642 East 5th Ave, (formerly Econo Lodge), Anchorage, AK 99510
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3 of 5 stars
marlag26   4 contributions
Roanoke, VA
Sep 13, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
0/1 found this review helpful

The hotel was a good value for the money and the employees were friendly and helpful. The rooms were average, which was expected for the price. It was probably not the best location in Anchorage, but it was far from the worst. Within minutes of the train station, and has the best Japanese Restuarant attached to it! We would definately... more

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2 of 5 stars
ForReality   16 contributions
Oregon
Sep 2, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

The staff gets the worst rating, for total indifference to guests' needs. Chosen for the price and that it has a fridge, its location borders on the "wrong" end of Anchorage, at a very busy intersection no less. Peeling wallpaper, uneven flooring, a stated no-smoking policy, although the staff and lobby area reeked of cigarette smoke, a big sign stating... more

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2 of 5 stars
BigBearAndy   7 contributions
Juneau
Aug 31, 2009 | Trip type: Business, Solo travel
1/1 found this review helpful

This is a definition of fleabag motel, but its a cheap stay for Anchorage so if you are on a super-tight budget then this might be the place to stay if you have a high tolerance for nasty. The room smelled of Ben Gay and urine. The mattress was worn and the sheets had a brownish patina. The place is... more

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1 of 5 stars
ljgh   1 contribution
Arizona
Jul 10, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

The room was terrible: no AC, filthy under the bed, the shower leaked, and a heavily traveled street was right outside the window. We had reserved two nights and they did not make up our rooom after the first night. We asked for our money back so we could go somewhere else the second night. They wouldn't do it, but... more

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2 of 5 stars
regalada   18 contributions
Washington DC, District of Columbia
Oct 26, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

We stayed here as it was one of the few hotels under $100 in Anchorage. As I was getting into bed I noticed there were hairs on the sheets, as if they had not been changed. DH went to the lobby and they sent someone to change the sheets within 20 minutes but the damage had been done, it felt... more

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1 of 5 stars
HikerGrannie   1 contribution
Hancock, Michigan
Oct 15, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

This was the worst hotel I have ever stayed at If I had a tent and sleeping bag with me I would have happily used them instead of this very dirty, disgusting place. I couldn't believe the grime on the telephone, light switch and other places. The lobby area was totally filthy and the continental breakfast was mostly non-existent. Never... more

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1 of 5 stars
incurable_bookworm   1 contribution
Fairbanks, AK
Aug 4, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

My husband and I stayed at this hotel with our two little children. We were planning to stay 6 nights and stayed only 2. We would have stayed less if we could have arranged for another place sooner. First, I must admit the positive things about this hotel: Low cost, no extra charge for our children, downtown location, early check... more

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1 of 5 stars
TravellingStudent123   1 contribution
Vancouver
Jul 31, 2007 | Trip type: Business, Solo travel
1/1 found this review helpful

If you're looking for a clean bed to crash in and you're fortunate enough to be without a sense of smell, go for it. The room (301) was clean, despite cigarette burns on the floor and a lack of basic ammenities like the promised ironning board mentioned on their website. I managed to get an iron from the friendly folks... more

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4 of 5 stars
LuluHNewbury   3 contributions
Newbury
Jul 27, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
0/1 found this review helpful

The Econo Inn is basic but very good value in my opinion. In a town where hotel prices rocket in the summer, good value is hard to come by. I actually stayed here on 2 separate occasions and if you are looking for somewhere clean and cheap to rest your head for the night only 10 minutes walk from the... more

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3 of 5 stars
miwinelover   2 contributions
Lake Michigan
Jul 24, 2007 | Trip type: Family
0/1 found this review helpful

Just stayed at the Econo Inn July 12, 2007. Only needed a bed and hot shower for one night prior to a cruise out of Seward. My husband and I stayed with out two children. IT FIT OUR NEED. We simply wanted a clean bed and hot shower. That's what we got. We also got free shuttle from airport, to... more

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Econo Inn Also Known As

  • Econo Hotel Anchorage
  • Econo Motel Anchorage
  • Econo Lodge Anchorage
Address: 642 East 5th Ave, (formerly Econo Lodge), Anchorage, AK 99510