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Economy Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in St. James with free parking

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Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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102 N Outer Rd, St. James, MO, 65559
  • Place, St. James Winery
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Meramec Vineyards
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Maramec Spring Park
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, Non Smoking

Standard Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (1 Full)

Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking (1 Full)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Smoking (1 Full)

Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Smoking (1 Full)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Smoking (2 full)

Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Smoking (2 full)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (2 Full)

Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking (2 Full)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

St. James

At Economy Inn you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of St. James Winery and Meramec Vineyards. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour front desk. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this St. James motel include Fall Creek Rock Shop and Great Circle.
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What's nearby

  • St. James Winery - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Meramec Vineyards - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Missouri University of Science and Technology - 9 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Maramec Spring Park - 14 min drive - 16.9 km
  • The Fugitive Beach - 21 min drive - 32.6 km

Getting around

  • Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪China King - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Economy Inn

Motel in St. James with free parking
WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this St. James motel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Economy Inn offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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 (single-level property)

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per day
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night.

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 fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Economy Inn St. James
Economy St. James
Economy Inn Motel
Economy Inn St. James
Economy Inn Motel St. James

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Economy Inn?

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

Is parking available at Economy Inn?

Yep, Economy Inn has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Economy Inn?

No, Economy Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Economy Inn?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Reviews

Economy Inn Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 465 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 465 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 465 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 465 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 465 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Smiles

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

10/10 Excellent

Vaishnavi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a comfortable and peaceful stay with the required amenities. Great food options near by. Staff was friendly and polite. Overall its budget friendly and a comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samara

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, and incredible staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Absolute deal. Clean, quiet, easy in, easy out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kayleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in was quick. Owner friendly. Was offered a non smoking room, but chose a smoking room. Bed was so comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Travelled with family
What you would expect for economical hotel. Room was clean and quiet,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not the Ritz, but very clean and neat, at a very good price. Had a fridge and microwave, though no coffee-maker. Very good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lakisha

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This room was terrible. This was a last minute decision. The only thing about this room that was ok was that it was right off the expressway. I didn’t know what to expect so I brought my own sheets and towels. I’m so glad I did. I don’t recommend at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just what I needed!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

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

8/10 Good

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good, basic, clean, affordable place to stay for the night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
this property was right off the highway and VERY easy when i needed a 3am check in on my travels. the rooms were VERY clean and comfortable and my bathroom even had a bidet. there is no better option for the price along I 44
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Janella

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Surprise bed really comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is nice, room is clean, and easy to get to
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with partner
Could use some Maintenance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Staff & service
Fine for the money
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, very accomodating and generous! Clean rooms and comfy beds!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Ok for the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Stayed 1 night in May 2025