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Best Budget Inn

2.0 star property
Georgian motel in Carthage with free parking

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Laundry
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Balcony
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Room options

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Basic Single Room, 1 King Bed

Basic Single Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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

What's nearby

  • Civil War Museum - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Battle of Carthage State Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • 66 Drive-In Theatre - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Precious Moments Chapel - 18 min drive - 16.8 km
  • North Park Mall - 21 min drive - 25.3 km

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

Motel in a state park
Best Budget Inn provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and a vending machine
  • Gas grills and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Best Budget Inn feature perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

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 elevator
  • 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
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 10.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 10 per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 35 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Best Budget Carthage
Best Budget Inn Motel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Budget Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Budget Inn?

As of Apr 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Budget Inn on Apr 20, 2025 start from CA $100.05, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Best Budget Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 35 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 10 per day and a fee of USD 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Budget Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Budget Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Best Budget Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Best Budget Inn located?

Situated in a state park, this motel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Civil War Museum and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Battle of Carthage State Park. 66 Drive-In Theatre and Mercy Hospital Carthage are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Best Budget Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 403 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 403 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 403 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 403 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 403 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Todd

It's a nice, clean, well lit older mom and pop motel, decorated with cute, retro-look modern appliances. Staff was very pleasant at check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Very well kept up but stayed true to the original Route 66 vibe. Extremely clean and the staff were super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

The rooms are nicely decorated with nostalgic touches. The property borders Lake Kellogg which is lovely. The noise from the parking lot was the only downside.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

What a gem! Loved that this was a Route 66 original, and the owners have maintained the quaintness. The room was spotless, and we had all the conveniences we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salah

Adorable! We loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Nice place to stay and appreciated the easy parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Great place great all around
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Love the decor and the owners are very personable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

My stay was fantastic. The clerk at check in was wonderful very friendly and helpful. The property it’s self is very cute I love the decor, I felt right at home room had a couple personal touches I loved and the shower was one of the best I’ve had at any hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

The rooms were clean and had a cozy style. The staff were friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

I cannot recommend this spot more highly. One of the best showers in any hotel I've ever had, and a very helpful staff. I hope they never lose any of the retro touches!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Property was clean and exuded 50s charm. Loved the aqua appliances. Bed was comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very noisy and the room needs updating.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ma Benita

Owner/staff was very kind and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

It was clean , quiet ,and the manager was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kirstin

Loved the lake and 50s vibe
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Judith

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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

The highway outside was loud but we couldn't hear that noise inside the room.. very quiet. Very nice staff.. room was clean & comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Perfect stop over
Clean room. Quiet area by a lake. Great price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

William

Nice, clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Convenient and easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked the simplicity, comfort, and nod to simpler days.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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