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Best Budget Inn

2.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers
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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

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13008 State Hwy. 96, Carthage, MO, 64836
  • Civil War Museum
    3 min drive
  • Battle of Carthage State Park
    3 min drive
  • 66 Drive-In Theatre
    8 min drive
  • Joplin, MO (JLN-Joplin Regional)
    22 min drive

Room options

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Basic Single Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Best Budget Inn

Georgian motel with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
Along with an outdoor pool, this motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, a garden and Charcoal grills are on-site.
Best Budget Inn offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Cable televisions are provided. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Carthage motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Best Budget Inn. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Civil War Museum. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a vending machine
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Civil War Museum and a few minutes from Battle of Carthage State Park
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Best Budget Inn. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Georgian Carthage motel.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1955
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Georgian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 10 per day
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 35 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 10 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight.
Guests arriving after 3:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Best Budget Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 364 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 364 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 364 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 364 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Adorable retro motel
This Budget Inn is most definitely on our stay list. We would give 1000 stars if we could. Tasha checked us in and was very friendly and helpful. The room was clean, comfortable. The pool area is beautiful and the sun setting over the lake across the street was stunning. If you are in the area its a must stay. My teenage grandaughter was thrilled with the retro decor. It was also very quiet and one of the best nights sleep I've had in awhile. MUCH nicer than the big vhain hotel the next night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a nice hotel, it was obviously an older facility but was well maintained and the furnishings was amazing, they appeared to be of the 50's decor that presented a nostalgic feeling that to me made it more comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The unique retro vibe was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ma Benita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owner/staff was very kind and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly, the BEST Budget Inn. The owners are SO kind, welcoming, helpful, and I LOVE how they have preserved the 60s-70s theme. It’s VERY cool. This is all about providing a great customer experience so people can spread the word, let the world know, and have them come back again. And they EXCEEDED in every area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denis, Magnolia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Amenities
The 50s motif was fun. There was a nice outdoor pool out back. It was right off of route 66.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint Motel and friendly staff
A very quaint motel right next to a beautiful lake. Our kids loved the pool too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was probably the cleanest hotel that I have ever stayed in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Step into the Past on Route 66
I loved this place!! I didn’t know it was a Route 66 location and had been updated and modernized so I was delightfully surprised to find myself enjoying the past with the present conveniences. It is located beside a beautiful small lake and they decorated the outside to enhance that view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with family
US RT 66 Historic Location
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything here was fantastic! Friendly and helpful people, clean room, nice lake to walk around, convenient to downtown Carthage. Will stay there again when we are passing through. Thank you for the great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice energy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Clean and quaint
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Stay
A wonderful place to stay. Loved the vintage decor including appliances. Very helpful staff, ready with local information. Right next to a park with lake and falls that you can walk around.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute little motel
The owner did some upgrading to give it a vintage feel. It’s older but clean and not “smelly.” Checking in was quick and a friendly experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a very cute motel on Route 66. The price was very good, the riom was very comfortably, and the decor was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyrus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family owned, amazing find
What an amazing find!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best Budget Inn is a very quaint hotel. We loved our room. Retro setting! Very clean. Extra Large shower. Not too far from stores and restaurants The owner is very friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Route 66!
This hotel is for lovers of old school travel - this place is part of the classic Route 66, and although it has included microwaves and other staples of current travel, it preserved the best of a nice room in the 1950’s. How do they keep a tile bathroom totally spotless? We took a walk by the lake next to the motel. Loved it! And it was very affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024