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  • 7901 East US Highway 40
     Kansas City, Missouri 64129
    (816) 921-5600
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Economy Inn

  • January 5, 2007
  • Rated 1 of 5 by travellingdave from Calgary, Alberta
Economy Inn

This very decrepit motel was first discovered by myself via the travel coupon books found in gas stations. Upon arrival, I knew something was afoot. When the clerk saw me at the door struggling to get in, she pressed a button and the electronic gate lifted, allowing me entry.

While checking in, a clearly drunken man was asking if the clerk had more toilet paper. He clearly lived in the hotel. I paid the $45 for the room, then headed to the room to find that while the hotel's corridors and lobby were decrepit, the rooms weren't as bad. The two large queen beds were comfortable and reasonably clean. The air-conditioner was mold-infested, though, and could not be used. Cable television was provided, but breakfast was not. There were nearby restaurants like Denny's and McDonald's for breakfast, though.

The bathrooms did show signs of mildew and mold damage, but nothing too severe. They could learn to clean a bit more at this hotel. I would not recommend this to families, as the area is a crime center. People were clearly selling drugs on the street near the hotel. I regret staying here, and I hope others would follow this warning. The hotel exterior showed severe damage, with many broken windows covered with tape (see photos). Prices are around $45, if you still want to stay here.

From journal I'm Goin' to Kansas City, Kansas City Here I Come.

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