Econo Lodge Franklin

2.0 star property
Hotel in Franklin with free parking

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Breakfast area
Lobby
Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Bathroom
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, towels

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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176 N Lovers Ln, Franklin, IN, 46131
  • Place, Franklin College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hamilton Library
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Dame Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Indianapolis, IN (IND-Indianapolis Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Franklin

At Econo Lodge Franklin you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Dame Mall and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Franklin College. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Franklin hotel, you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Stewart "Red" Faught Stadium and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Hamilton Library.

What's nearby

  • Franklin College - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Hamilton Library - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Dame Mall - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lucas Oil Stadium - 23 min drive - 41.4 km
  • Indiana Convention Center - 24 min drive - 42.4 km

Getting around

  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Burger Poet - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Marathon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Franklin

Hotel in Franklin with free parking
As a guest of Econo Lodge Franklin, you'll find a vending machine, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Franklin hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Econo Lodge Franklin offers 38 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Franklin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). An iron/ironing board and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 150 for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 150

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Howard Johnson Express Franklin
Econo Lodge Hotel Franklin
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Econo Lodge Franklin?

Econo Lodge Franklin offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Econo Lodge Franklin?

Yep, Econo Lodge Franklin has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Econo Lodge Franklin?

No, Econo Lodge Franklin does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Econo Lodge Franklin?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Econo Lodge Franklin?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Econo Lodge Franklin Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 278 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 278 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 278 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 278 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 278 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Erin

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was dirty. Staff was standing out aide smoking. Room had a mildew smell and cobweb arou d bottom of furniture. Staff was friendly but said she released the charge and over a week later it is still pending and I have not got my money back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Misty is always wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom door would not close. Bathroom doorknob falling out. No towels in room. Leftover eyelash stuck to bedside table. Seemed like no effort put forward to try and make it a decent stay even given the low price.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Misty is always amazing. She needs some sleep though. She is always working
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Misty is always 👌
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
yes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Misty is the best!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Misty is wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here are so amazing!!! I travel here regularly and love to make this my “home away from home”. Everyone I’ve encountered here make my stay pleasant and treat us like family. Thank you guys! We really appreciate how you always go above and beyond!! :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Misty is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good place just to crash for a couple nights. But you definitely get what you pay for! I will say that the staff was nice and welcoming but the place itself inside and outside was sketchy and dirty. Hair on the beds, stains on the blankets, holes in the walls (covered by a wash rag) stains on the walls, expired leftover food in the mini fridge, lots of stomping on the above floor, and the smell of mold. The younger locals we met in Columbus questioned why we were staying there and that the neighborhood/other hotels/motels surrounding the Econo Lodge are bad news, full of drugs, crime, and CPS involvement.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Business traveller
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Samuel

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very dirty, there was a dirty spot in the wall by the window that was brown and looked like blood. There were spider and roaches, the bathroom wall by the toilet was covered in what looked like splattered poop. The floors in the hallway would make a crunching sound when walked on and your shoes were left sticky afterwards. The entrance door to for the side of the building was broken and would not latch. House keeping was asked to clean the walls and mirrors and did not. It is on the cheaper side but not worth the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Parking lot needs repairs.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephen, Osseo

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was more ran a a low income apartment not a hotel. Police presents each day there
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Balasia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sekou

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025