Guests often praise
- Friendly, hospitable, and responsive staff members.
- Comfortable rooms at reasonable prices.
- Quiet and private environment for restful stays.
- Good location close to convenience stores and food delivery options.
Economy Inn
Stay at Economy Inn Motel, East St Louis, IL. Rated 3.2 from 87 reviews, offers free Wi-Fi and parking. Near Gateway Arch, City Museum, and Lambert Airport.
7109 Old Missouri Ave, East St Louis, IL 62207, United States View on map
Free Wi-Fi Free parking
What recent guests emphasize
Practical stays with friendly service
Visitors appreciate the motel's affordable rates, quiet atmosphere, and welcoming staff, making it suitable for basic accommodation needs near popular sights.
Worth knowing
- Lacks additional amenities such as ice machines, pool, restaurant, and fitness center.
- Property could benefit from some maintenance and updates.
- Basic motel services without luxury features.
- No onsite dining or recreational facilities available.
Best for
- Travelers seeking budget-friendly accommodation.
- Visitors focusing on sightseeing and quick access to local attractions.
- Guests who prioritize a quiet and simple place to rest.
- Those who value attentive and helpful staff over extra amenities.
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About this property
Welcome to Economy Inn
Economy Inn is a modest motel located at 7109 Old Missouri Ave in East St Louis, Illinois. Offering basic accommodations with practical amenities such as free Wi-Fi and free parking, it caters primarily to travelers seeking budget-friendly lodging without additional facilities like a pool, restaurant, or fitness center.
The property is suited to visitors interested in sightseeing and convenient access to nearby attractions, with a focus on recreation and getting around. Guests can easily reach popular destinations like The Gateway Arch, Gateway Arch National Park, and the City Museum, all known for their unique cultural and historical significance. These sites provide ample opportunity for exploration during a stay.
Guest feedback reflects a mix of experiences. While the staff is frequently described as hospitable and attentive, and rooms as affordable and comfortable, some reviewers noted the absence of certain amenities, such as ice machines. The motel is also appreciated for its privacy and quiet atmosphere, though it may require some updates. Its practical location near a beauty supply store, gas station, and pizza delivery adds convenience for visitors.
With its close proximity to St. Louis Lambert International Airport and MidAmerica St. Louis Airport, Economy Inn offers reasonable accessibility for travelers arriving by air. Nearby alternatives include various motels and inns within a few miles, providing other options in the local area if desired.
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Facilities & essentials
What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive
The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.
Most popular facilities
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Not available at this property
Pool
Restaurant
Fitness center
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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
Family that owns it are extremely hospitable and sweet. Prompt and have good sense of urgency if needed. Perfect to have a nice night and time
8.0
I got it for my uncle so I don't really know how it is. I'll let you know when he tells me.
10
nice place to get a piece of mind for a reasonable price
10
No ice machines or amenities but staff is nice very private and quiet decent prices needs a lil love and tender care but otherwise worth the dollar and there's a beauty supply and gas station a block away and delivery for pizza
10
They staff are so nice and the rooms are very comfortable and affordable prices
Location & neighborhood
Where you'll find Economy Inn
East St Louis, Illinois, USA
Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around
- Old Missouri @ Tuskegee NB 3 min Walk
- Old Missouri @ Tuskegee SB 2 min Walk
- St. Louis Lambert International Airport 31 min Car · 1 hr 20 Transit
- MidAmerica St. Louis Airport 31 min Car
Things to do nearby
Worth the walk or a quick ride
Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Illinois. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.
42,181 reviews The Gateway Arch
St. Louis, MO 63102, United States
15,171 reviews Gateway Arch National Park
St. Louis, MO 63102
22,799 reviews City Museum
750 N 16th St, St. Louis, MO 63103, United States
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