Guests often praise
- Clean and comfortable rooms with soft beds
- Friendly and helpful owners and staff
- Good value for the price
- Quiet and enjoyable atmosphere
- Upgraded rooms available upon request
Economy Inn Motel
Stay at Economy Inn Motel in Marshalltown, IA. Rated 3.5 with 103 reviews. Close to Mega-10 Park and Grimes Farm. Kid-friendly and great for sightseeing.
3108 S Center St, Marshalltown, IA 50158, United States View on map
Kid-friendly
What recent guests emphasize
Clean, comfortable stays with friendly service
Visitors appreciate the motel's affordability, cleanliness, and welcoming staff, though some practical limitations like dated amenities and limited breakfast options are mentioned.
Worth knowing
- The property is run mostly by one person handling multiple roles
- Some guests noted issues with room amenities such as inconsistent TV service and limited toiletries
- No continental breakfast is offered, which may be expected at this price point
- Accessibility concerns reported related to mobility-challenged guests
- Occasional reports of unfriendly housekeeping service
Best for
- Budget-conscious travelers seeking a clean, simple place to stay
- Visitors looking for a motel with friendly personal service
- Short-term stays with emphasis on convenient local access
- Families needing kid-friendly accommodations
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About this property
Welcome to Economy Inn Motel
Economy Inn Motel is a modest, budget-friendly option located at 3108 S Center St in Marshalltown, Iowa. With a 3.5-star rating based on 103 reviews, it offers basic accommodations suitable for travelers seeking a practical and affordable stay. The motel provides a clean environment and kid-friendly service options, making it convenient for families on the go.
The property features recently remodeled rooms that guests have described as clean and comfortable, though some have noted minor issues such as occasional TV problems and limited toiletries. Pricing is considered reasonable, and while breakfast is not offered, many appreciate the value provided by the motel’s straightforward approach and helpful staff.
Set close to several local attractions, visitors have easy access to spots like Mega-10 Park, Grimes Farm and Conservation Center, and Marshalltown Parks & Rec, all well-regarded by travelers. The location also benefits from proximity to airports including Des Moines International Airport and Waterloo Regional Airport, making it suitable for those arriving by air.
Guests with a focus on sightseeing and getting around town find the motel a practical choice, though some feedback highlights limited accessibility for wheelchair users. Nearby accommodations such as Motel 6 Marshalltown and Super 8 by Wyndham provide alternative options within walking distance.
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Facilities & essentials
What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive
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Most popular facilities
Kid-friendly
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What recent guests are actually saying
Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.
10
Clean and nice helpful staff. But the next two times I was to go there they tried to put a wheelchair bound person to go up and downstairs. So had to cancel my reservation.
10
The owners are friendly, the rooms look amazing since they remodeled! Came to town to visit family for the night and decided to stay another night! Definitely recommend and will be staying again after this trip.
8.0
It's a nice little place, clean,towels, could have better soap, more TP, tv didn't work half the time. and for $72, I shoulda had a continental breakfast. It a nice little place if you don't want breakfast.
8.0
Very clean enjoyable atmosphere.. Price is right and it's a very comfortable stay ill recommend it to anyone most definitely..
10
Low price....rude house keeper that gets so far in your business that she don't know what way is up.....but comfortable, affordable,clean,and u get a dub back when u leave
10
Well I have stay there two times I like it there the place was clean and nice the beds was soft and warm the guy who runs this place was really nice and friendly I'm goin to come back again
8.0
Stayed for a night during bad weather. The owner was very nice, upgraded me to a king room. A little dated, but it was clean and comfortable. Can't beat it for the price. I would stay again.
8.0
It's not the greatest, but considering the fact that ONE single dude is running the entire thing (front desk, maintenance, housekeeping, and the whole nine yards) the place is in pretty good shape!
10
Nice and clean inside. The staff is very friendly and pleasant.
10
Awesome service and awesome room . I highly recommend this hotel .
Location & neighborhood
Where you'll find Economy Inn Motel
Marshalltown, Iowa, USA
Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around
- S. Center St./W. Berle Rd. 1 min Walk
- S. Center St./Iowa Ave. 4 min Walk
- Applebees 2 min Walk
- Des Moines International Airport 1 hr 3 Car · 2 hr 38 Transit
- Waterloo Regional Airport 1 hr 19 Car
Things to do nearby
Worth the walk or a quick ride
Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Iowa. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.
1 reviews Mega-10 Park
802 3rd-6th St, Marshalltown, IA 50158, United States
226 reviews Grimes Farm and Conservation Center
2349 233rd St, Marshalltown, IA 50158, United States
34 reviews Marshalltown Parks & Rec
10 W State St, Marshalltown, IA 50158, United States
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