Econo Lodge Inn & Suites I-20, exit 73

"For just shy of $200 a night this is the biggest rip off. Saw 4 roaches within first 10 minutes of entering room. Reviews go back 7 years reporting a foul smell and today - it's still here! Wish I would have checked first. The bed is the most uncomfortable I've ever felt - and I stay on the road working construction, and have stayed at several Econo Lodge and unfortunately it's kinda hit or miss, but this takes the cake for Worst Award at this price. Everything is stained, and everything is dirty. There's an ironing board, but no iron. I could go on and on but unfortunately with the bad reviews dating back to almost a decade ago it's clear management doesn't care to fix the problem."

"Room was not clean or even swept, killed a huge roach, smelled stale and mildew. Huge Crack in the ceiling, and hole in the wall above hangers. Pillowcases stained or cigarette burned. Horrible lighting."

"I would not recommend this hotel. I made a reservation months in advance. The day before arriving I got an email stating my reservation was canceled. I called them and they told me it was canceled and I could book the same room at much higher rate (UA parents weekend). I called the corporate office and they confirmed with me that the hotel had canceled my room and my only option was to pay the new higher rate. There are many other good options in area, i would not feel comfortable booking at this place in advance."

"We stayed graduation weekend for University of Alabama. Long story, but not our first choice. Mostly chosen due to location and availability. The front desk staff are incredibly nice and accomodating. The location was perfect. 10-13 minute drive to campus and our daughter's apartment. The beds were comfortable, but we were a little put off by the old and outdated bed spreads. One had a cigarette burn (our room was supposed to be non-smoking). The floor is bare floor, no carpet. The sinks and bathroom were outdated and old. After our first day we noticed a strong skunk like odor from the bathroom. I requested a room freshener at the front desk and they actually gave me one and said we could keep it in the room. (Kudos to the staff). Not sure exactly what the smell was but I sprayed the shower curtain, bathroom floor, curtains in the room, etc. And it helped. The shower water was amazingly hot and the best feature of the room. There is free wifi and a nice sized TV. The 2 stars are for the outdated room and false advertising of a pool. The pool is supposedly under construction?? I was so excited to bring a swimsuit to Alabama. Not having a pool was a letdown in 88° heat. Breakfast had coffee, milk in a fridge, cold blueberry muffins, Cheerios, Raisin Bran, and waffles (you make yourself). Front desk provides bottled water. Our fridge and microwave worked. Wal-Mart is super close to the hotel if you need anything. So in summary, location was great, employees that we saw were great. I suggest calling and asking about the pool before you go if that's important to you."