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Best Budget Inn

2.0 star property
Georgian motel with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Explore the area

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13008 State Hwy. 96, Carthage, MO, 64836
  • Place, Civil War Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, 66 Drive-In Theatre
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Precious Moments Chapel
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Joplin, MO (JLN-Joplin Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Basic Single Room, 1 King Bed

Basic Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Carthage

At Best Budget Inn you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Civil War Museum and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Battle of Carthage State Park. Highlights at this Georgian motel include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .In proximity to this Carthage motel you'll find Downstream Casino Resort.
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What's nearby

  • Civil War Museum - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Red Oak II Museum and Art Community - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Mercy Hospital Carthage - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • 66 Drive-In Theatre - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Precious Moments Chapel - 20 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Uskana - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Maple Leaf Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Town - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Best Budget Inn

Georgian motel with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
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.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1955
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
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.

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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 9:30 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

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: 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 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
    • 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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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 Motel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Best Budget Inn?

Best Budget Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 2 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Budget Inn on 1 Dec 2025 start from AU$121.21, including 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 parking available at Best Budget Inn?

Yep, Best Budget Inn has a free self car park.

Does Best Budget Inn have a pool?

Best Budget Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June to September).

Does Best Budget Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental brekkie is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Budget Inn?

No, Best Budget Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Budget Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Best Budget Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 300 out of 453 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 453 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 453 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 453 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 453 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jack

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

Highly Recommend and Hope To Be Back Soon!

Charming nostalgic hotel on old historic Route 66. Very much enjoyed our stay! Our room was clean, fresh, and retro themed. Staff was great, very helpful with info about the area. Beautiful little lake right across the street with a scenic 0.8 mile walk around which was great for our fur babies. Would highly recommend and hope to be back through and stay again soon. Thank you!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good room for a layover night. Simple, clean accommodations. Bathroom is small; resembles most people have at home.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Retro

Loved the retro appliances to go with Historic Rte. 66 theme!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nguyen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice area. Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous landscaping and a clean pool!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Nice stay in a quiet hotel. The room was clean and beds comfortable. The setting is nice and best of all they are dog friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and cute property
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this property and the host are wonderful people. But upon staying this time they had 2 permanent guest in 2 rooms and I was in the middle of those two he was as rude as they get and the other side was smoking right out front it smelt so bad. I don’t stay where there are permanent people who use the rooms as their forever homes.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was fun, unique hotel. Their decor is intentionally retro. They had a microwave and Keurig-type coffee machine, but they matched the retro decor. It was fun to see.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly management, quiet location well away from the interstate, retro Route 66 motel vibe. A little heavy on floral scent for those sensitive to odors, but most people wouldn't mind. A fair value for the price vs. quality in that location. If you're looking for that classic highway motel experience, this should satisfy you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the old school vibes, great attention to detail. Pool was refreshing and rooms were comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing service. Easy check in. Very clean and neat. My go to place to stay in Carthage.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim St.

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim St.

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little, retro themed, hotel. Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was clean, grounds were pet friendly. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dave n Tee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, San Diego

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a hidden Gem
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

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

Home

It was more like an at home feel, rather than just a room at a hotel chain. Nice decor. Real coffee mugs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025