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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Breakfast included

Laundry

Air conditioning

Housekeeping

Explore the area

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

Basic Single Room, 1 King Bed

21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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Pool

Breakfast included

Pet-friendly

Parking included

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

14 Jan - 15 Jan

About this property

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

Things to do

Outdoor pool

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

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

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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 - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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

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
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 - 10:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. 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.

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Best Budget Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

John

28 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great!

Kevin was a perfect host. Great room. We’ll be back!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kirstin

Travelled with family

26 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Loved the lake and 50s vibe

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

25 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice place to stay and appreciated the easy parking.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

23 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Super cute little place. Older mom & pop style motel. They kept the vintage charm and added some really cute upgrades and touches. Everything was incredibly clean! Amazing pillows. I do wish I would've asked for an extra blanket before going to bed, since I woke up a little chilly, but that's my fault. There's a gas station across the road, but other food options are a couple miles away. That was a fair tradeoff for a reasonably priced, clean, quiet, and safe room. Great job, owners and staff!!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

18 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

It was clean , quiet ,and the manager was very helpful

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

16 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

This is an amazing place to stay on the Route 66 trip. An older hotel that has managed to keep the uniqueness and be incredibly clean at the same time. Other hotels should look here for tips on how to run a motel right! So good we overslept and got a late start the next morning. Totally worth it.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with family

9 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We loved this little gem. Staff was great, rooms were clean and comfortable. Decorated in a cute vintage look. We will be back!!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

3 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very retro. It felt like Hwy 66 in its heyday!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family

1 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very quaint retro experience. Captures the Route 66 atmosphere very well.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family

25 Aug 2024

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

25 Aug 2024

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

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The unique retro vibe was great!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ma Benita

7 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Owner/staff was very kind and friendly!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

6 Aug 2024

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

4 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

26 Jul 2024

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

25 Jul 2024

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

24 Jul 2024

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

21 Jul 2024

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tarie

21 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family

20 Jul 2024

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

20 Jul 2024

US RT 66 Historic Location

Staff was very helpful

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

17 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with partner

15 Jul 2024

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