A stay at Econo Lodge Marion I-81 places you in the heart of Marion, a 3-minute drive from Emory & Henry College School of Health Sciences and 5 minutes from Jefferson National Forest. .This motel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Hungry Mother State Park and 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Davis Valley Winery.
Smyth County Community Hospital - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Emory & Henry College School of Health Sciences - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
Rose Lawn Cemetery - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
Lincoln Theatre - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
Hungry Mother State Park - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 61 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 7 min walk
Dip Dog Stand - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 9 min walk
Burger King - 20 min walk
Hardee's - 3 min drive
About this property
Econo Lodge Marion I-81
Econo Lodge Marion I-81 offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a health club.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 40 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a health club, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Things to do
Health club
Family friendly
In-room cot
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
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.
Handrails in stairways
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
2 floors
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free cot
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
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
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Econo Lodge Marion
Econo Lodge Motel Marion
Econo Lodge
Econo Lodge Marion I-81 Motel
Econo Lodge Marion I-81 Marion
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Econo Lodge Marion I-81 Reviews
Reviews
7.0
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 290 reviews
10 - Excellent
76
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 290 reviews
8 - Good
90
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 290 reviews
6 - Okay
56
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 290 reviews
4 - Poor
28
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 290 reviews
2 - Terrible
40
7.2/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Alexandra
Business traveller
11 Dec 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cockroaches all over the room, dirty bed linens & carpey
Room was poorly maintained. Dirt in a/c vents, blowing out. Walls weren’t painted properly with scratches, etc everywhere. Bed frame was worn out and made terrible noises whenever you moved. Would not recommend to anyone. We had not choice but to stick it out and get on our way. For a Choice Hotel, the check in person just laughed when we check in, for being a member!!
HenryBobbe
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Justin
Travelled with family
26 Sept 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good stay. What I expected. Clean. Needs updates bad. Good for a quick stay
I killed over 15 cockroaches it was dirty and in disarray. He says they sprayed but... Definitely wasn't a good night sleep which felt like the mattress was as hard as the floor.