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Econo Lodge Lexington

Econo Lodge Lexington offers free continental breakfast, WiFi, and an exercise room. Located near Heartland Museum and Johnson Lake in Lexington, Nebraska.

2503 Plum Creek Pkwy, Lexington, NE 68850, United States View on map
6.2/10
Average Based on 337 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced value with basic comforts

Recent guests highlight a budget-friendly stay featuring clean, spacious rooms and friendly staff, alongside some dated facilities and limited breakfast options.

Guests often praise

  • Spacious rooms with amenities like mini fridges and microwaves
  • Friendly and helpful front desk staff available even during early hours
  • Cleanliness of rooms often exceeds expectations despite older décor
  • Quiet location not directly adjacent to the highway, good for light sleepers
  • Complimentary continental breakfast featuring pastries, coffee, and juice

Worth knowing

  • Bathrooms appear outdated and could use renovation
  • Breakfast offerings are basic and occasionally limited; some guests noted lack of warm options
  • Some reports of smoke or strong odors in non-smoking rooms
  • Linen quality has varied, with occasional mentions of minor stains or damage
  • Property is in the process of partial updating, resulting in a mix of newer and older features

Best for

  • Travelers seeking affordable, no-frills accommodations for short stays
  • Visitors prioritizing cleanliness and quiet over luxury or modern design
  • Those who appreciate friendly service and practical room amenities
  • Guests comfortable with basic breakfast and modest facility conditions
  • LGBTQ+ travelers looking for an inclusive environment
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About this property

Welcome to Econo Lodge Lexington

Situated just off Interstate 80 in Lexington, Nebraska, Econo Lodge Lexington provides convenient access to local attractions such as the Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles, Oregon Trail, and Johnson Lake State Recreation Area. Its location makes it a practical choice for travelers seeking straightforward accommodations near these points of interest and nearby airports like Kearney Regional and North Platte-Lee Bird Regional.

This basic highway hotel offers essential amenities including free continental breakfast, complimentary WiFi, an exercise room, and a laundromat. The property is LGBTQ+ friendly and operates with check-in from 2 PM and check-out by 11 AM. While the rooms are clean and spacious according to some guest reviews, several mention that bathrooms and décor are somewhat dated and could benefit from updates.

Guest feedback indicates a generally satisfactory experience for budget-conscious visitors needing a place to rest during short stays. The staff receives positive remarks for friendliness and assistance, which helps balance the modest facilities. However, breakfast options are noted to be minimal and some travelers have observed occasional issues such as room odors and maintenance concerns.

Nearby alternatives include other budget hotels such as Super 8 by Wyndham Lexington and Days Inn by Wyndham Lexington, making this area a practical hub for economical accommodations. Overall, Econo Lodge Lexington suits travelers prioritizing location and value over upscale amenities, particularly those passing through or visiting local attractions on a modest budget.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
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 breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Business center
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly

Not available at this property

Pool
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Smoke-free
Verified guest reviews

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.

JM
jeremy malecki Mar 31, 2026
8.0

It was a very spacious room. The room had a mini fridge and microwave, as well as a very nice desk and chair. As I had a single occupant room, there was also a comfortable chair included I assume for watching TV, reading or whatever. Much like the other guests who left reviews, I was disappointed in the bathroom, while the rest of the room seems recently renovated, it seems the bathrooms weren't (see photo). The old drop ceilings just make the place look worse than it is. The room was quite clean, I specifically went looking for dirt and dust and didn't find any, but the bathroom while also clean, in it's current state, just gave off the vibe of dirty and dingy. Also like other reviewers I found the towels to be well worn, a few had holes in them, despite that, the towels were clean and fresh smelling. I enjoyed the large flat screen TV, and the bed was amazingly comfortable. The free continental breakfast was decent as well. Factor all that in and take note that this is the least expensive option for a hotel in town. Long review short, I would definitely stay here again.

NJ
Nathalie Jensen Mar 19, 2026
8.0

The rooms are very outdated and could use some TLC for sure. At the price we couldn't really complain as we were there for part of the night. The man was very respectful and helpful to us even though it was 5 am. Breakfast was okay, we wish it was warm/more options but even at the very end of breakfast there were a lot of pastry options. One of our linens had a cigarette burn in it although we were in a smoke free room which was disappointing which made it seem dirty but the room itself and the bed was clean. The service was great and we would go back if the rooms were updated a bit if we could get that same service.

SW
Shoshi Weaver Mar 09, 2026
8.0

It has clean rooms and great wifi, but our experience was just okay. We were in the no smoking area, and yet we could smell pot through the vents all night. We are just passing through for the night, so we were really looking forward to the free breakfast, but when we went, there was just juice and coffee. It was probably because of Covid, but a sign or some warning would have been nice.

RF
Rick Farrell Feb 18, 2026
8.0

Ok typically indian owned hotels are stellar or absolute crap. This one happily falls in the middle. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Room: due for an update well yes. However cleanliness was above my expectations by far. It is dated but very clean and everything worked in the first room. No sign of bugs either bed or roach. For the money a good value for "just a place to crash" if you expect hampton inn or Marriott. This is not it. But if you're traveling on a budget and want a clean place to sleep as well as being treated well upon check in. This is a great spot

CR
Christine Rudd Jan 20, 2026
8.0

My room was clean and this motel was nicer than the others we looked at in the area. I'm a smoker so I appreciated the smoking room availability. The only downside was it took the night girl a while to wake up when we got here. Simple free breakfast. Overall happy with our stay and price for the area.

ER
Eddie Rodriguez Jan 13, 2026
10

Great place to stay. Very pleasant attendant who actually carried a genuine conversation. He asked how my trip was so far and wished a safe travel as I continued on. The super clean room was huge and even has carpet. Another important thing, is that it’s not right off the highway which is a big plus for light sleepers. My room was very quiet. Free coffee and juice in the morning. I was traveling on a very long trip and needed to sleep for the night. I called several different hotels to compare and they were all at least $20-$30 more per night. There is actually many to chose next to each other but this in my opinion was the best bang for the buck. If you Google for hotels near you they all post way lower prices than their actual rate. So call ahead. This hotels price was correct. I be back!

MB
mary boyle Jan 07, 2026
8.0

The room was well maintained was surprise . Beds are comfortable. Looks like the hotel is in the middle of being updating. I'm here due to my truck heater not working. But would stay here again. Guy in check in was very nice. Small breakfast area great for me. Quiet place.

RP
Robs Phone Dec 30, 2025
8.0

Stay was good. The man at the front desk was really nice and helped with anything needed or asked. The first night i stayed here. There was an issue with the heater and they quickly moved us in another room. Breakfast could be better its pretty minimal but other than that it was a good stay.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Econo Lodge Lexington

Lexington, Nebraska, USA

Located off Interstate 80, this budget hotel is 0.7 miles from the Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles, 1.7 miles from Oregon Trail and 8.7 miles from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area.

  • Lexington Phillips 66 8 min Walk
  • Lexington 8 min Walk
  • Kearney Regional Airport 43 min Car
  • North Platte-Lee Bird Regional Airport 53 min Car
  • McCook Ben Nelson Regional Airport 1 hr 16 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Nebraska. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles 527 reviews

Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles

606 Heartland Rd, Lexington, NE 68850, United States

4.8 · Museum
Mac's Creek Winery & Brewery 165 reviews

Mac's Creek Winery & Brewery

43315 County Rd 757, Lexington, NE 68850, United States

4.8 · Winery
Johnson Lake State Recreation Area 578 reviews

Johnson Lake State Recreation Area

1 Drive 25A, Elwood, NE 68937, United States

4.5 · Park
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