A96
ECONOLODGE AIRPORT AREA
4115 GLENWOOD DR, Charlotte, NC 28208
Lodging · NC permit/State ID 2060200383
Latest gradeA (96)
Last inspectedApr 9, 2026
Inspections on record12
On record sinceAug 19, 2013
Score history
Aug 19, 2013Higher is betterApr 9, 2026
Inspections & violations
Apr 9, 2026 A 96 · 2 violations
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2
Observed dresser handles missing in rooms 146 and 148. Observed shelving in refrigerator rusting in room 142. Observed vent filters in need of repair in rooms 142 and 146.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
Observed ceiling peeling in the bathroom in room 144.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair.
Apr 21, 2025 A 94 · 4 violations
#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided
15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment. Observed facility test strips are old and no longer function to read sanitizer strength correctly. Needs new test strips.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed burn marks on tubs in 222 and 218. Observed tub chipping in 218. Observed chair torn in 218. Observed couch torn in 216. REPEAT.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −2
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed burn holes and debris on sheets, bedding, mattress covers in multiple rooms. Needs to be clean and in good repair. REPEAT
#31 · Linen properly handled and stored
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (e ) Carts used for soiled laundry shall be labeled or identified for soiled laundry use only. Observed no labels on carts for soiled laundry. Needs to be labeled.
Jun 3, 2024 A 94 · 3 violations
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed shower tube with paint chippings in room 114. Observed removable AC vents missing in room 112. Observed handsink faucet loose in room 112 and 114. Observed stains and burn marks on couch arms in room 112.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed black stains on walls near bathroom in room 114.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed holes on bed sheets in room 122. Observed yellowish stains on bed sheets in room 116.
Jun 28, 2023 A 94 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: EHS Konya Parker was present during time of inspection.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed burn marking on tub in room 130. Observed removable AC vents missing in room 146. Observed microwave damaged in room 146. Observed handsink faucet loose in room 230.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed minor black staining on ceiling above shower in room 130.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained −1
5-501.113 (B) Maintain tight fitting lids or doors on outside receptacles. Observed dumpster lids opened during time of inspection.
5-501.115 A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Observed dilapidated structures and mattresses stored outside of dumpster area. Observed debris/litter surrounding dumpster area.
#38 · Premises kept neat and clean −1
15A NCAC 18A .1827(a) The premises shall be kept free of litter and items unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the lodging establishment, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used. Observed minor debris/litter surrounding premises of establishment.
Jun 27, 2022 A 92 · 3 violations
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed stains on couch in rooms 208 and 238. Observed burned markings in bath tub in room 220.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed hand prints on the walls in room 210. Observed chipped walls in rooms 210 and 238.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −2
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed sheet stains in rooms 208 and 210. Observed holes on bed sheets in rooms 220 and 238.
May 4, 2021 A 93.5 · 4 violations
#17 · Food-contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized; sanitizer maintained as required −1.5
15A NCAC 18A .1824 (b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed minor black build up on the outside of ice machine chute. REPEAT VIOLATION
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed couch/chair stained in the following rooms: 112, 236, 244 and, 248. Observed drapes with tears and staining throughout to include rooms: 248, 236, and 220. Observed hole in mattress pad in room 112. Observed burn markings on tub in rooms 236 and 220.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed staining on sheet in room 112. Major improvement from previous inspection.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained −1
5-501.113 (B) Maintain tight fitting lids or doors on outside receptacles. Observed sliding doors to dumpster opened during time of inspection.
May 29, 2020 A 90 · 6 violations
#17 · Food-contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized; sanitizer maintained as required
4-601.11(A)* Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed minor black build up inside of ice shoot stored on first floor vending area.
#21 · Handwashing sinks supplied and accessible; toilet tissue supplied
15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Handwashing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. Observed no paper towels or hand drying device at handsink located in laundry room.
5-205.11 A handwashing sink shall be accessible and only used for handwashing. -Pf. Observed handwashing sink in laundry room blocked with a bucket full with liquid and rags.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
REPEAT VIOLATION: 15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed drapes torn or peeling in multiple rooms throughout facility to include the following rooms: 218, 222, 422, 250. Observed railing from which drapes hang falling in room 132. Observed staining on mattress in rooms 146, 244, 218, and 208. Observed staining on seat cushions in rooms 132 and 244. Observed furniture peeling/chipping in most rooms checked during time of inspection. Observed staining on pillow in room 244. Observed staining on mattress pad in room 132. Observed burn marks on tub in rooms 232 and 218. Observed tub chipping in room 132. Observed microwave keypad coming off of microwave in room 244. Observed inside of microwave chipping in room 132. Observed severe burn marks inside of microwave in room 146.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −4
REPEAT VIOLATION: 15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed water staining near entrance of room in room 232. Observed ceiling beginning to fall in located in restroom in room 146. Observed staining on carpet throughout most rooms checked during time of inspection that include rooms; 244, 218, and 208
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −2
REPEAT VIOLATION. 15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed staining on sheets in room 146. Points not escalated due to improvement from previous inspection report.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained
15A NCAC 18A .1825( e) All refuse shall be collected and stored in covered receptacles. Refuse receptacles shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed furniture stored outside of dumpster. Observed large cloth like material stored outside of dumpster.
Jun 27, 2019 A 92 · 3 violations
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed damage to nightstands, dressers and chairs in rooms 210, 222,128, 136, 252, 242.
REPEAT VIOLATION
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed damaged/stained carpet in all
guest rooms in need of repair/cleaning. Points not escalated due to apparent improvement
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −2
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed cigarrette burns present on sheets/bed covers in rooms 128, 242, and 210. Points not increased due to apparent improvement.
Feb 14, 2018 A 90 · 5 violations
#16 · Warewashing facilities installed, maintained and used; guest room sinks sanitized when necessary −1
15A NCAC 18A .1824 (b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed ice buckets in guest rooms #116, #243 stored clean with old debris stuck to inside (food contact) surface, in need of cleaning.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (c) Sinks, vanities, toilets, and showers in guest rooms shall be cleaned and sanitized between guests. Observed facility having no sanitizer during inspection, staff stated that only disinfectant/cleaner is used on vanity.
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed shower curtain with burned holes in room #243 in need of replacing. Observed cigarettes burns on dressers in all rooms; Observed old guest debris stored/left behind bottom dresser drawers in all rooms. Observed cigarette burns on desk in room #116.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed damaged/stained carpet in all guest rooms in need of repair/cleaning.
(POINTS NOT INCREASED DUE TO IMPROVEMENT)
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −2
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed cigarette burns and holes on bed linen and bed spread in room #243.
(POINTS NOT INCREASED DUE TO IMPROVEMENT)
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained −1
5-501.113 (B) Maintain tight fitting lids or doors on outside receptacles. Observed dumpster can having opened lids and doors.
Jun 16, 2016 A 90 · 5 violations
#7 · Fixtures clean and in good repair, provided in each room if required −3
Observed shower curtain soiled in (1) room. Thoroughly clean shower curtain in room. Observed paint/ coating wearing and worn from base of bath tub and shower/tub tile wall. Observed burn marks on bath tubs. Refurbish or replace bath tub/ shower/tub wall liners. Observed leaking valve stems on bath tub/shower fixture. Repair leaking fixtures on bath tub/shower fixtures. Clean light fixture over vanity in rooms.. Wipe/clean vent covers in bathroom area.
Bath, lavatory, and toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (a).
#10 · Floors, walls and ceilings cleanable, clean and in good repair −1
Clean walls in bathrooms. Wipe/clean around door framing to bathroom and area around/near light switch at vanity area. Observed two rooms with water stains on ceiling. Monitor water stains on ceiling and repair any leaks. Repair/repaint bathroom doors.
Floors, walls, and ceilings located in lavatories and baths shall be cleanable, durable, and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (c).
#25 · Sheets, pillowcases, blankets and bed spreads clean and in good repair −2
Observed several bed spreads with holes present. Continue to replace damaged spreads throughout lodging establishment.
Bed linens, including sheets, pillow cases, blankets and bedspreads, shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (c).
#26 · Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair −2
Clean walls throughout in rooms. Patch holes in wall and repaint(vacant dirty rooms checked) Clean floor under bed in rooms with open beds. Monitor and repair ceiling in rooms near expansion joint of building. Repair damaged . carpet in room on back side of lodging establishment near office end of building. Tightly secure loose carpet base moulding in rooms. Clean carpet in rooms.
The floors, walls, and ceilings of bedrooms, closets, and storage areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (d).
#27 · Furniture, fixtures and accessories clean and in good repair −2
Defrost and clean large block of ice from freezer section of refrigeration unit in rooms. Clean gasket on refrigeration units. Replace broken/damaged gasket on refrigeration units. Replace damaged shelving and racks in refrigeration unit. Replace refrigeration unit with damaged interior of back side of lodging establishment . Replace microwave with rusted interior. Replace damaged mattress and box spring in room(1). Clean stains from mattresses in rooms or replace mattresses. Replace chairs in rooms with worn/damaged arm rest. Replace pillow with stains present. Touch-up furniture with furniture marker or replace worn furniture. WIpe/clean base of drawer on dressers and night stands. Replace stained lamp covering.
Furniture, fixtures, carpets and other accessories shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (d).
Sep 3, 2014 A 91.5 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #13. At beginning of inspection hot water in room was fluctuating between 111F-114F. Maintenance man adjusted water temperature on water heater and water reached 117-122F throughout different rooms at time of inspection. MONITOR WATER TEMPERATURE CLOSELY! **Hot water in guest rooms shall be provided at a temperature of no less than 116°F (46.7°C) and no more than 128°F (53.3°C). 15A NCAC 18A .1810 (e). #17. Observed drainage area/trough on ice machine soiled. Thoroughly clean drainage/trough on ice machine.**Ice Machines, equipment, utensils, and the room or area in which the machines are located shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1811 (c). #33. Observed base of dumpster damaged, doors opened on dumpster and debris behind dumpster and within dumpster corral. Replace damaged trash dumpster. Keep dumpster doors closed at all times. Clean grounds behind dumpster and within dumpster corral. **All garbage and trash shall be collected and stored in covered containers in such a manner as not to create a nuisance. 15A NCAC 18A .1814 (a). Mrs. Frances Sullivan present at time of inspection.
#7 · Fixtures clean and in good repair, provided in each room if required −1.5
Observed peeling paint on shower walls and bathtubs/shower. Resurface shower walls and bathtubs/showers. Lodging facility is in the process of resurfacing shower walls and bathtubs/shower which paint is flaking off. Observed several rooms that had been blocked off and resurfacing project taking place in rooms. Repeat.Bath, lavatory, and toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (a).
#10 · Floors, walls and ceilings cleanable, clean and in good repair −1
Observed some loose wall paper in bathrooms Tightly secure loose wall paper. Observed some areas on walls behind bathrooms doors needing to be repainted/touch-up painted where holes were patched. Wipe/clean area around door framing leading into and bathrooms. Observed some soiled light switch covers. Thoroughly clean light switch covers.Floors, walls, and ceilings located in lavatories and baths shall be cleanable, durable, and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (c).
#25 · Sheets, pillowcases, blankets and bed spreads clean and in good repair −2
Observed damaged mattress padding in room 112 and 120. Replace damaged mattress padding. Observed bed spread with small hole present in room 128 and some rooms on back side of lodging establishment. Remove, discard and replace bed spreads with small holes. Repeat.Bed linens, including sheets, pillow cases, blankets and bedspreads, shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (c).
#26 · Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair −2
Observed some loose carpet base board moulding throughout in different rooms. Observed some areas of walls needing repairs in rooms and repainting. Patch/seal holes and cracks along wall and repaint. Tightly secure loose electrical outlet covers.The floors, walls, and ceilings of bedrooms, closets, and storage areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (d).
#27 · Furniture, fixtures and accessories clean and in good repair −2
Observed mattress damaged along seam in room 146. Observed hole in box spring in room 252. Replace damaged mattress and box spring. Observed damaged door on microwave in room 120. Observed worn chair and table top which laminate is starting to come off in room 234. Replace worn and damaged furniture. Observed broken/damaged television in weekly rental room sometime used for daily rental. Replace broken/damaged television.Furniture, fixtures, carpets and other accessories shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (d).
Aug 19, 2013 B 88 · 7 violations
Inspector comments: . 3- Observed wall and ceiling damaged/ water stained or peeling paint in rooms #120 and 228.26- General Comment: Observed carpet stained in a couple rooms throughout.The floors, walls, and ceilings of bedrooms, closets, and storage areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (d).Ashley Williams present during inspection. Rooms # 112, 116, 120, 206, 212, 224, 228 and 247 inspected.
#7 · Fixtures clean and in good repair, provided in each room if required −1.5
Observed rooms #112, 120, 206, and 228 with shower heads collecting pink residue and build-up. Shower tile paint chipping/peeling in room # 212. Loose toilet seats in rooms # 120 and 212. **Bath, lavatory, and toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (a).
#13 · Hot and cold running water provided (116-128 F) in guestrooms −1.5
Observed hot water temperature in most rooms inspected between 100-116F. **Hot water in guest rooms shall be provided at a temperature of no less than 116°F (46.7°C) and no more than 128°F (53.3°C). 15A NCAC 18A .1810 (e).
#20 · Ventilation clean and in good repair −0.5
Observed A/C cracked outer casing in rooms 118. (repeat non-compliance) **Windows and glass doors shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (a).
#24 · Two clean sheets on each bed, folded under mattress and over cover 6 inches −3
Observed no 6 inch fold over comforter in all rooms inspected. (repeat non-compliance)**Two sheets shall be provided for each bed. The lower sheet shall be folded under both ends of the mattress. The upper sheet shall be folded under the mattress at the lower end and folded over the cover for at least six inches at the top end. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (c).
#25 · Sheets, pillowcases, blankets and bed spreads clean and in good repair −2
Observed sheets, bed spread and comforters spreads in rooms #116, 224, 206, 247 and 226 with holes, cigarette burns and stains.**Bed linens, including sheets, pillow cases, blankets and bedspreads, shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (c).
#27 · Furniture, fixtures and accessories clean and in good repair −2
Observed furniture with stains in rooms # 120 and 224. Most rooms inspected with mattress damage or stains. Fridge gaskets in most rooms accumulating debris and black mold. Microwave in room# 120 with peeling paint on interior. Hold in dresser drawer in room # 206.Furniture, fixtures, carpets and other accessories shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (d).
#31 · Linen properly handled and stored −1.5
Observed a bin with soiled laundry inside uncovered in laundry room with clean linen.Soiled linen shall be so handled and stored as not to come in contact with clean linen. 15A NCAC 18A .1813 (c).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “ECONOLODGE AIRPORT AREA” or State ID 2060200383). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.