The hotel is clean for the price but I had an issue with the bed. After showering, I sat in the bed and wondered what the smell was and when I got up the back of my PJs were damp. I pulled up the bottom sheet and found 2 damp, smelly towels. I was digusted. Don't know what it was but I can only guess it was urine that was cleaned up. Called front desk and was moved next door within 20 minutes but my night was ruined.

stayed here for a few nights. came from the travelodge airlane(other review posted) as a comparison the first thing that hits you is how clean the rooms are. travelodge floors were covered in burn marks from ashes falling to the floor. large fridge which is convenient for longer stopovers. this is very close to walmart...canadian superstore...lots of restaurants so i thought location was perfect. no patio doors on main floor. about a 15 minute drive to airport. beds comfortable. their policy of changing sheets everyday unless you tell them otherwise is just another example of how clean it is kept here. wouldnt hesitate to stay here again. nice clean stay. all none smoking which is a bonus for all us non smokers.

There was a lot to like about this place:
1) My room was spacious and clean;
2) The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. One night clerk researched bus routes for over an hour for me, helping me find the least expensive way of traveling to the 1815 Fort re-creation outside of town;
3) There's a pay laundry machine available between the inner and outer doors in the side entrance to the motel. When a person is travelling for an extended period of time, finding a washer/dryer is almost as good as finding a pot of gold!

The only negative about the place is its location. It's out on the long, dreary strip of motels, gas stations, etc. along Memorial Avenue. I was traveling by Greyhound, so would try to get around by foot in each city I visited. It's quite a walk into the heart of downtown Thunder Bay from this motel, but it's do-able.

Over all, this place was a good value. When booking, remember that most Econo Lodges are affiliated with Travelodge, and so when booking into one, your booking might be shunted to the other.

We stayed at the Ecno Lodge for 9 days in October 2011. While the appearance of this hotel on the outside is less than attractive our stay there was pleasant. The front office staff is exceptionally helpful. The rooms are basic but clean, quiet and comfortable. Any request we made was accomodated very quickly. The breakfast is the standard fare and the eating area is clean and pleasant. The price is reasonable here and while it's not fancy, it is a good place to stay. We would stay there again. Great friendly staff includes housekeeping people as well.