Best Budget Inn in Carthage features 3-star accommodations with a garden. There's a seasonal outdoor pool and guests can use free WiFi and free private parking. The motel has a sun terrace. The nearest airport is Joplin Regional Airport, 13 miles from Best Budget Inn.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
Family Room
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
9.4
High score for Carthage
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Richard
    United States of America United States of America
    Perfect location, reasonable price, very clean, and staff very friendly
  • Lori
    United States of America United States of America
    Room was clean and really liked the retro look. The location is right next to beautiful lake Kellogg. Took my dogs over to enjoy this
  • Peggy
    United States of America United States of America
    We loved the retro look on highway 66 and the staff were so nice and helpful.
  • Steven
    United States of America United States of America
    Friendly staff. Cozy retro feel to the place. Nice view of lake and park. Will revisit.
  • Karen
    United States of America United States of America
    It had a real Rte 66 vibe feel to it. Offered all the amenities needed for an overnight stay!
  • Ben
    United States of America United States of America
    This is a very nostalgic Americana hotel decorated in the same way we were traveling to Route 66, and this was a very comfortable, clean and well situated motel.
  • Danielle
    United States of America United States of America
    The doors to the outside! I like them when I bring my dog. It was quiet & peaceful and had a nice lake right across the street and plenty of space to walk your pet! And I loved the nostalgia Route 66 theme 👍.
  • Mcclure
    United States of America United States of America
    Location and decor. Beds were very comfy and coffee was good.
  • Tammy
    United States of America United States of America
    It was next to a lake, the personnel were very knowledgeable. They spoke highly of their town. We can’t wait to take our granddaughter’s next year.
  • G
    Gail
    United States of America United States of America
    Nostalgic motel, operated by nice friendly people. It's clean, and comfortable. I loved the Purple Martins that started up my morning with their cheery rattles and throaty chirping. The Martin house was just outside the door in front of the...

Area info

Amenities of Best Budget Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Express check-in/out
  • Laundry
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Best Budget Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of $80 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
6+ years
Extra bed upon request
$8 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiscoverCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note: this property does not accept American Express.

Payment is taken by hotel at check-in.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of $80 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Best Budget Inn

  • Check-in at Best Budget Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Best Budget Inn include:

    • Quad
    • Double
    • Family
  • The prices at Best Budget Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Best Budget Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Swimming pool
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Best Budget Inn is 1.4 miles from the center of Carthage. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.