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Econo Lodge By the Falls

Econo Lodge By the Falls is a 2 star hotel in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada 5781 Victoria Avenue, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada
Estimated Price
$89
CAD
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A no-frills budget accommodation that left some guests disappointed
Pros 
  • Indoor heated swimming pool, sundeck, and tour desk
  • A number of guests said this hotel was reasonably priced
  • Many guests were pleased with the hotel's close location to the Falls
  • Free outdoor parking and free local calls
  • A few guests said the hotel staff were friendly
Cons 
  • Many guests said their room interiors were unclean
  • A number of guests said their rooms needed to be renovated
  • Several guests were displeased with the unexpected room deposit
  • Some guests complained of the smell of smoke in the hallways
  • A few guests mentioned that the pool temperature was too cold

Other Hotels in the Area
Days Inn & Suites By the Falls (0.1 km)
Imperial Hotel & Suites (0.2 km)
Comfort Inn Clifton Hill (0.2 km)
Victoria Motor Inn at the Falls and Casino (0.2 km)
Days Inn Clifton Hill Casino (0.2 km)
Americas Best Value Inn - Chalet Inn and Suites (0.2 km)
Howard Johnson Hotel By The Falls (0.2 km)
Sterling Inn & Spa (0.3 km)
Days Inn Near The Falls (0.3 km)
Travelodge At The Falls (0.3 km)
Thriftlodge Clifton Hill (0.4 km)
Courtyard by Marriott Niagara Falls (0.4 km)

This Hotel is Near...
Casino Niagara (0.5 km)
Downtown Niagara Falls (1.5 km)
Fallsview Casino (1.1 km)
Niagara District Airport (13.2 km)

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Editor's Analysis
Updated on May 16, 2012
Overview
This 57 guest room hotel is located approximately 2km west of the Falls and Clifton Hill is about a 3 minute walk southeast. The accommodation features an indoor heated swimming pool, a sundeck, and a tour desk. Smoking and non-smoking rooms are available and all units are equipped with cable televisions while some rooms also have balconies. Outdoor parking and local calls are included with the room rates and this hotel also offers cold weather hook ups.

Although there isn't an on-site restaurant at this hotel there are several eateries within walking distance or a short car ride such as Jacks Italian Restaurant (66m), Lotus Garden Chinese Restaurant (75m), Beef Baron Restaurant (110m), and Montana's Cookhouse and Bar (200m). 

Several tourist attractions are also nearby and some of these include the Niagara SkyWheel (300m), Rainbow Bridge (2.1km), Queen Victoria Park (1.8km), Maid of the Mist (1.8km), and Fallsview Casino (1.4km). For guests that would like to shop the Niagara Square Shopping Mall is approximately 8.1km away, or a 13 minute drive southwest depending on traffic. All distances: Google Maps.

Check in time for this hotel is 2:00pm while check out is 11:00am.
The Good
Guest reviews for this hotel were mixed but those that were positive typically mentioned the convenient location, the reasonably priced room rates, and the friendly staff.

Many guests said that this hotel's location was convenient as it was located close to the Falls as well as several tourist attractions which could be easily accessed by car. 

A number of guests felt that this hotel was reasonably priced and ideal for those traveling on a budget. Some of these guests mentioned that they did not mind the basic room interiors as they found the rooms met their needs for the money they spent.

Several guests were pleased with the customer service at this hotel and some guests described the hotel staff as "friendly."

The Bad
Negative guest reviews for this hotel typically spoke of the unclean and dated room interiors, the unexpected room deposits, the smell of smoke in the hallways, and the indoor swimming pool temperature.

Many guests complained of their unclean room interiors saying their bathrooms were dirty and mouldy, their mattresses were badly stained, and that their towels needed to be replaced. Some guests felt their rooms needed to be renovated and a few guests also mentioned issues with the television reception.

A number of guests were surprised when they learned that they needed to pay a room deposit as they said this was not mentioned at the time of booking. Some guests mentioned a $100 deposit, while other guests said they were asked for a $200 room deposit.

A few guests said they could smell smoke in the hotel hallways which irritated guests that booked a non-smoking room. Some guests also mentioned that the indoor swimming pool temperature was too cold.

A number of guests were disappointed with this hotel and felt there were better options within the area.
TripAdvisor.com guest reviews ranked this hotel #90 of 137 and scored it 3 out of 5 from 28 reviews.

CanadianHotelGuide.com guest reviews ranked this hotel #42 of 61 and scored it 6.2 out of 10 from 10 reviews.

Hotels.com guest reviews scored this hotel 3.4 out of 5 from 11 reviews.

Orbitz.com scored this hotel 3.5 out of 5 with 90% of guests recommending it to others from 20 reviews.
Editor's Analysis by Tania P.
Analyzed by Tania P.
Tania is a writer and world traveler with a passion for living life to the fullest.


Guest Reviews

6.6
Fair

#51 out of 76
Guest Rating Explained
Rating: 6.6 / 10 Details

No. of guest reviews: 295
Guest Recommended: Yes
Guest Ranking Explained

Econo Lodge By the Falls is #51 out of 76 hotels in Niagara Falls ranked by the ratings provided by guests.
Guest Recommendations and Comments
Hotel review by guest is Positive
Melissa from Toronto, ON CA rated Econo Lodge By the Falls 9 out of 10 on November 08, 2009 Verified Guest Hotel Review

"i have stayed at this hotel quite a few times already. it is great for the price i paid. i have also recommended many friends to stay there. they all liked it as well."

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Hotel review by guest is Negative
Verified Guest from Branford, ON CA rated Econo Lodge By the Falls 4 out of 10 on August 16, 2009 Verified Guest Hotel Review

"Don't ask for a crib unless your kids have a doll because it is that small it looked like a toy. For a bathroom that was justed cleaned you would think they could have atleast fixed the burnt out light so it wasn't so dark but a cheap hotel is a cheap hotel"

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Hotel review by guest is Positive
Verified Guest from Rochester, NY US rated Econo Lodge By the Falls 7 out of 10 on April 23, 2006 Verified Guest Hotel Review

"The TV was only three channels and they came in fuzzy. The card to our room expired after 8 hours and had to get renewed, but the staff did so without a problem. Great location for a good price."

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Verified Guest from Pickerring, ON US rated Econo Lodge By the Falls 9 out of 10 on April 02, 2006 Verified Guest Hotel Review

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Darren from Kitchener, ON CA rated Econo Lodge By the Falls 6 out of 10 on January 01, 2006 Verified Guest Hotel Review

"the smell of pot smoking in the hall ways...broken windows on the exit doors...walls so thin you could hear the people in the next room's conversation...no toiletries in the room so bring everything you will need...tv reception not very good/fuzzy picture..not really able to watch it..other than that it was ok"

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Verified Guest from Lancaster, NY US rated Econo Lodge By the Falls 8 out of 10 on September 10, 2005 Verified Guest Hotel Review

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Kelly from Fairport, NY US rated Econo Lodge By the Falls 8 out of 10 on July 30, 2005 Verified Guest Hotel Review

"It's the best hotel there!"

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Verified Guest from Leval, QC US rated Econo Lodge By the Falls 8 out of 10 on August 20, 2004 Verified Guest Hotel Review

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Verified Guest from Elizabethville, PA US rated Econo Lodge By the Falls 2 out of 10 on July 11, 2004 Verified Guest Hotel Review

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Tony from Toronto, ON CA rated Econo Lodge By the Falls 4 out of 10 on July 01, 2004 Verified Guest Hotel Review

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Hotel Address: 5781 Victoria Avenue, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada

Overview & Amenities


Econo Lodge By the Falls

Amenities
  • High-speed Internet
  • Restaurant
  • Parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Disabled Access
  • Tour Desk
  • Elevator / Lift
  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Babysitting / Child Services
  • Air Conditioned
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
  • Golf Course
  • Safe-Deposit Box
  • Refrigerator
  • Cable / Satellite TV
  • Connecting Rooms
  • Bath / Hot Tub
  • Wake-up Service
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Hair Dryer
  • TV
  • Excursions
  • Golf Course (nearby)
  • Lake
  • Photocopier
  • Desk
  • Facsimile
  • Disabled Accessible Rooms
  • Internet Connection (wireless)
  • Shower
  • Pool Indoor
  • Cots
  • Luggage Storage
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • Ice Machine
  • Vending Machines
  • Free Parking

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Other Hotels
in Ontario by Econolodge

Econo Lodge West of the Falls (2.2 km)
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Downtown Toronto (108.2 km)
Econo Lodge Woodstock (218.2 km)
Econo Lodge Orillia (271.2 km)
Econo Lodge London (280.2 km)
Econo Lodge City Centre (388.3 km)
Econo Lodge Huntsville (396.6 km)
Econo Lodge Windsor (539.2 km)
Econo Lodge Pembroke (546.9 km)
Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa (600.0 km)
Econo Lodge Downtown East (601.6 km)
Econo Lodge New Liskeard (793.9 km)

Nearby Cities
Thorold (10.0 km)
Welland (16.0 km)
Niagara-on-the-Lake (17.2 km)
Saint Catharines (17.8 km)
Fort Erie (22.5 km)

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