The Econo Lodge Inn and Suites hotel is conveniently located off Interstate 20, close to central Mississippi cultural and natural attractions. Nearby points of interest include Roosevelt State Park, Bienville National Forest, Marathon Lake and East Central Community College. Scott County Hospital and Newton Regional Hospital are minutes from the hotel. Bienville Interpretive Hiking Trail, Turkey Creek Water Park and Scott County/Forest Coliseum are near the hotel. Forest is home to Wang Dang Doodle, an annual wing cooking contest and blues music extravaganza. Visitors will enjoy golf courses, picnic areas, tennis courts and public recreational facilities located in the surrounding area. Several restaurants, cocktail lounges and specialty shops are nearby. This hotel offers amenities and features like free continental breakfast and free local calls. Guests will enjoy relaxing in the outdoor pool. For business travelers, the hotel provides free high-speed Internet access in all rooms and access to fax service. All spacious guest rooms come equipped with cable television. Non-smoking rooms can be requested. Ample bus parking is located on the property.