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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University

2.0 of 5
2231 Banff Trail, Calgary, Alberta T2M 4L2, Canada
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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University
Ranked #54 of 96 hotels in Calgary
3.5 of 5 stars 56 Reviews
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Vancouver, BC
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Stayed for 1 night here as everything nearby was booked up. Service at desk was lacking on arrival. Clerk had other things to worry about rather than customers. Rooms were daily clean but dated and bathroom was looking a bit tired with loose caulking. Beds were clean but sheets / duvet were low quality materials. Continental breakfast was a big... More

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EconoInnsSuites, Sales & Marketing Coordinator at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University, responded to this review
2 May 2012

Hello Thank you so much for taking to time to write a review for us. Reviews like this one are instrumental to helping us reflect on our operations. I sincerely apologize that your experience with our front desk was not favorable. Our front desk staff is at the desk 24 hours a day to assist with any questions you may... More

The Netherlands
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
71 helpful votes 71 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This budget motel is located in the 'Motel Village' on Banff Trail in Calgary: easy accessible but what a sad little stretch of town! It's location (close to light rail, hospital & several shops) should help, but doesn't add to the fact that the hotels/motels in this area are built to close to each other. No You'll look into the... More

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EconoInnsSuites, Sales & Marketing Coordinator at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University, responded to this review
15 February 2012

Hello Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed review about us. Reviews like yours are extremely helpful, and it really lets us look at the way we operate, in order to help guests in the future. I would like to offer my apologies that you did not have an enjoyable stay with us. We... More

British Columbia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012

After booking a room online (through a third party) I mistakenly booked a smoking room and Loreta at the front desk had zero customer service when she informed us we had to pay an extra $10 to switch. The room prices were identical, it was a Sunday with few guests but Loreta hid behind "policy" and has lost our business... More

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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Pros: 1. Close to the U of C nd C-train 2. Relatively inexpensive 3. Newer rooms in the tower 4. Very clean (rooms in the tower) 5. Good pool and Gym 6. Fast Internet 7. Fridge and microwave in every room Cons: 1. Carpets smell like they are just off chemical plant 2. Reception is under-stuffed 3. Breakfast is continental... More

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EconoInnsSuites, Sales and Marketing Coordinator at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University, responded to this review
10 February 2012

Hello! Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review about us! We are glad that you noticed that our rooms are clean! We have one the Alberta Hotel And Lodging Associations Housekeeping 5 years in a row, including 2011! During the winter, we take time to fully deep clean each of our guests rooms, which would... More

Montreal, Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

It's not the best, it's true, but this motel looks better than area motels' average. I had a room in main building, at first look seems to be OK. Breakfast is served in a nice area, large room with TV, fireplace, comfortable tables and chairs. More

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Sydney
Top Contributor
106 reviews 106 reviews
Reviews in 76 cities Reviews in 76 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I was just after a room that was reasonably priced and that would give me a comfortable place to rest after some long driving. It served its purpose. It was clean and it was comfortable but apart from that nothing special. Typical of an Econo Lodge. More

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Beautiful BC
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This simple, value priced accomodation was clean, basic (they really "could" do better without much cost or trouble) breakfast, friendly staff, and is an excellent location for visiting Foothills Hospital. Fitness room basic but adequate. More

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EconoInnsSuites, Sales and Marketing Coordinator at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University, responded to this review
9 January 2012

The entire staff here is so glad that you decided to write a review about us! We are so glad that you found our rooms to be clean! Actually, we are the 2011 ALHA Housekeeping Award recipient. We have won that award 5 years in a row now! We take great pride on how clean our rooms our, they are... More

Red Deer, Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Cheap Clean Safe Lodging, but that's all... Almost all of the Hotels and Motels in motel row seem quite sketchy. But If you need a clean safe place to stay to visit the Foothills Hospital, Mcmahon Stadium, or U of C, this is a great choice. Like most of the motels in motel row, it's cheap. I have stayed in... More

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Victoria, Canada
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 December 2011
1
person found this review helpful

This was my second stay in this hotel. It is an unpretentious, great value place to stay. The rooms are comfortable if ordinary. Too many hotels in Calgary are overpriced to begin with then you get dinged extra for parking, wifi, breakfast, etc. Here, it's all included. Sure, the breakfast is basic, but it is what I'd be eating at... More

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EconoInnsSuites, Sales and Marketing Coordinator at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University, responded to this review
9 January 2012

Hello! I'm so glad you took the time to write us a review! Providing the essentials to our guests is our top priority. Our breakfast and our other amenities are the perfect option for people looking to get the best value for their money. You are correct, there is an LRT station less than a block away. Big T's is... More

Hamilton, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 November 2011

We stay at the Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University in Calgary several times a year for 40 days or more in any year. Our experiences have always been excellent. We find the staff all to be extremely helpful and we always get the support we need. The breakfasts are very good and the hotel amenities are great. We enjoy... More

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EconoInnsSuites, Sales and Marketing Coordinator at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University, responded to this review
9 January 2012

Hello! Thank you so much for going out of your way to write us a review on TripAdvisor! We are so glad that you enjoy staying with us!We certainly enjoy having you here. Hope to see you more! More

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Address: 2231 Banff Trail, Calgary, Alberta T2M 4L2, Canada
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