Conveniently located off Interstate 80 in central Nebraska, the award-winning Econo Lodge hotel is less than three miles from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Multipurpose venues like the Viaero Event Center, Younes Conference Center and the Merryman Performing Arts Center are minutes away from the hotel. The hotel is near the Oregon Trail and Mormon Trail with points of interest such as the Trails & Rails Museum, the Great Platte River Road Archway landmark and museum and the MONA - Museum of Nebraska Art. Fort Kearney State Historical Park & Recreation Area is 10 miles away and provides the perfect backdrop for hiking, biking, swimming, boating, fishing or picnicking. A number of entertainment venues, shopping centers, restaurants and cocktail lounges are in the vicinity; some can be found within walking distance. Guests of this hotel can enjoy amenities and features, including, free continental breakfast & coffee, free wireless high-speed Internet access as well as free local calls. Plus the hotel is pet-friendly; fees apply Business travelers will appreciate access to modern conveniences like copy and fax services. All of our guest rooms feature pillow-top mattresses, coffee makers, hair dryers and cable television with HBO. Irons and ironing boards are available. Ask about our rooms that have work desks, microwaves and refrigerators. Nonsmoking and connecting rooms can be requested. For added convenience, guest laundry facilities are on the property. We offer ample free parking that can accommodate most cars, trucks or buses.