Company Overview for Econo Lodges of America Inc
With more than 800 locations,
Econo Lodges of America Inc. is the second-largest brand in the Choice Hotels International system. The chain stresses clean, comfortable and affordable lodging in buildings with curb appeal. It targets value-conscious travelers and promotes senior-friendly programs.
Econo Lodge was the first brand in the hotel industry to introduce a housekeepers' certification program as part of an initiative with Procter & Gamble Co. and its Mr. Clean brand.
Econo Lodge hotels provide free coffee in the lobby, a complimentary Continental breakfast and free local calls. USA Today weekday newspapers are a standard amenity. A guest laundry as well as fax and copy services are available at an extra charge. Many locations have an outdoor swimming pool. Econo Lodge recently added Wi-Fi Internet hotspots at its U.S. locations.
Guest rooms vary from one property to another, but most are furnished with one king, two queen or two double beds. Typically, they feature a cable TV, a phone with data port, a hair dryer, and an iron and ironing board. Some have a microwave and a refrigerator. There are usually some whirlpool suites, and smoke-free and handicap-accessible rooms are in the mix.
Children 18 and younger stay free when accompanied by an adult. Discounts are available when booked in advance, space-available, for seniors, AAA members, business travelers, government and military personnel, and groups.
Econo Lodge hotels participate in EA$Y CHOICE, a rewards program offering stamps toward room credit or frequent-flier miles to guests. Guests can receive airline miles from participating airlines when staying at any Choice brand hotel, which includes Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Quality, Sleep Inn, Clarion, MainStay Suites and Rodeway Inn.
Choice Hotels also maintains an online e-Directory of specific information on accommodations and local points of interest at almost 5,000 locations.
