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.
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 - 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
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Hotel size
18 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
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
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
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). 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.
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Best Budget Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Routes
Lake
Bed
Location
Service staff
Breakfast
Microwave
Bathroom
Retro style
What guests liked
The pool area was clean, nice, and refreshing, with a deep end and a pleasant patio for relaxation. (6 reviews)
Parking was convenient and easily accessible with some rooms having cars parked outside the door. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 1, 2025
Great place
Charley
Charley, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 17, 2025
It was a good room for a layover night. Simple, clean accommodations. Bathroom is small; resembles most people have at home.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 22, 2025
Gorgeous landscaping and a clean pool!
Matt
Matt, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 7, 2025
Very nice and clean. Outstanding staff and super friendly. It may be a little older, but well upkept and clean. Much better than many large chain hotels I have stayed at. 9.9 out of 10 all day long.
Brandon
Brandon, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 19, 2025
Clean and cute property
Judy
Judy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 8, 2025
Love the old school vibes, great attention to detail. Pool was refreshing and rooms were comfy
Lauren
Lauren, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Mar 23, 2025
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.
Todd
Todd, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 9, 2025
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.
Gary
Gary, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 31, 2025
Very well kept up but stayed true to the original Route 66 vibe. Extremely clean and the staff were super friendly!
Rachelle
Rachelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 25, 2024
Nice place to stay and appreciated the easy parking.
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 11, 2025
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.
Theresa
Theresa, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 26, 2024
Great place great all around
Tony
Tony, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 23, 2025
Very clean and tastefully decorated. Frig, microwave and coffee maker. Park at the door. Will definitely be staying here again.
Tracy
Tracy, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 15, 2025
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.
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 23, 2024
Clean room, friendly staff.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
May 7, 2025
Home
It was more like an at home feel, rather than just a room at a hotel chain.
Nice decor. Real coffee mugs.
Debra
Debra, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 26, 2025
Adorable! We loved it.
Salah
Salah, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 11, 2025
Trip home from our Oklahoma stay
We were traveling back home to Kentucky from a week long stay in Oklahoma. We decided to spend the night here on Route 66 at this Awesome retro vibe, back in time hotel. The lady at the check in office was very friendly & nice offering us a Great place to eat breakfast at the next morning. The room was very clean & peacefully quiet. We really enjoyed our stay!
Donald
Donald, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 3, 2025
Clean with Retro Decor
If I could rate this better than excellent I would. Great price, great hostess, great retro decor, great comfortable bed. Great location. Just GREAT!
Lorene
Lorene, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 15, 2024
The rooms were clean and had a cozy style. The staff were friendly.
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jun 11, 2025
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.
Christina
Christina, 6-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 7, 2024
Owner/staff was very kind and friendly!
Ma Benita
Ma Benita, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 23, 2024
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.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 14, 2024
Nice, clean room and friendly staff.
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 18, 2024
It was clean , quiet ,and the manager was very helpful