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Best Budget Inn

2.0 star property
Carthage Georgian motel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Exterior
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Surrounded by the beauty of a state park, Best Budget Inn offers a refreshing getaway with continental breakfast, a serene garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi or unwind by the seasonal outdoor pool.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Charcoal grills
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $75
includes taxes & fees
$71 per night
Feb 15 - Feb 16

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

Basic Single Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Exterior

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The price is $98
includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
13008 State Hwy. 96, Carthage, MO, 64836

What's nearby

  • Civil War Museum - 3 min drive
  • Battle of Carthage State Park - 3 min drive
  • 66 Drive-In Theatre - 8 min drive
  • Mercy Hospital Carthage - 9 min drive
  • Precious Moments Chapel - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Joplin, MO (JLN-Joplin Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Habaneros Mexican Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Town - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Best Budget Inn

When visiting Carthage, Best Budget Inn is a great choice to consider. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool or take advantage of nearby hiking/biking trails. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total, up to 35 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Charcoal grills

What to do

  • Free bicycles nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1955
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water
  • Georgian architecture

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.00 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 10 per day
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10.00 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Best Budget Carthage
Best Budget Inn Motel
Best Budget inn Carthage
Best Budget Inn Carthage
Best Budget Inn Motel Carthage

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Budget Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Best Budget Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Best Budget Inn?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Best Budget Inn?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 35 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 10.00 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 10 per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Best Budget Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Budget Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Best Budget Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area. Best Budget Inn also has a garden.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Okay for One Night
Room was cute, decorated in 50’s Route 66 decor. But water pressure was very low. Motel was close to Carthage, which is an adorable town with amazing Holiday displays.
Judith, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Without water botlle in room
They don't even give you a bottle of water in the room
Manuel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

carole, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Retro cute and retro internet.
Very good service when we arrived, friendly and informative. The decor was retro cute. The internet was VERY slow, unusable. We were told that there would be breakfast, including waffles. The morning staff informed us that, "He was sorry, but not the normal breakfast person." So, although there was cold stuff to eat, the breakfast was pretty disappointing. The morning staff was more about excuses than service.
Jean, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were clean and had a cozy style. The staff were friendly.
Richard, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Quiet. Owners were very helpful with info about Carthage. Close to downtown if driving. Pretty lake across from the far end of the motel. Walking trail around it. Room was not cleaned after the first night. We had to go to the office to get clean towels and washcloths the next morning. The room was cleaned well after that.
LaVane, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This retro motel on route 66 is a fabulous property beside a lake in historic Carthage. The proprietor''s care about preserving the traditions of mid 20th century motels for trans continental travelers. We especially appreciated the laundry and the wholehearted welcome. The decor of the rooms was another unique touch. A great value.
Mary Lee, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great surprise
Just a retro flash back type of decor and a great value
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Route 66 Gem
Room was comfortable and clean. Owners were amazingly nice. Along old Route 66, motel is of the era and gives the vibe. If you want a clean, quiet room for a good price this is the place. Kellogg Lake across the road, walking trail and park.
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Liked the simplicity, comfort, and nod to simpler days.
Janice, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place great all around
Tony, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sue, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Deborah, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The highway outside was loud but we couldn't hear that noise inside the room.. very quiet. Very nice staff.. room was clean & comfortable.
Karen, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice 66 reto themed
Tarrie, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient and easy parking
Deborah, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

mary, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect stop over
Clean room. Quiet area by a lake. Great price.
Mary, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Deborah E., 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Love the decor and the owners are very personable.
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice and quiet but not much within walking distance. I will not stay there again because the internet was not reliable.
Donald, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly service! The host was very accommodative.
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Dennis, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Good bed, but could use some extra towels."
Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
1:30 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM