Located near California State University-Chico, Americas Best Value Inn Chico offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and WiFi. Relax by the seasonal pool or grab a coffee in the lobby; helpful multilingual staff are always available at the 24-hour front desk.
California State University-Chico - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
National Yo-Yo Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Chico Community Labyrinth - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Gateway Science Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Chico, CA (CIC-Chico Municipal) - 13 min drive
Willows, CA (WLW-Willows-Glenn County) - 46 min drive
Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 94 min drive
Chico Station - 12 min walk
Restaurants
Beer Lobo - 1 min walk
Dutch Bros Coffee - 3 min walk
Circle K - 7 min walk
5th Street Steakhouse - 5 min walk
Jack in the Box - 3 min walk
About this property
Americas Best Value Inn Chico
Americas Best Value Inn Chico offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of California State University-Chico and Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
At a glance
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Hotel size
39 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Services
24-hour front desk
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Seasonal outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
1 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Turndown service
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Partially open bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Free long-distance and local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 40 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 40 (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 1 to March 15:
Swimming pool
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from May 01 to September 30
Children under 5 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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Frequently asked questions
Does Americas Best Value Inn Chico offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Americas Best Value Inn Chico 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 Americas Best Value Inn Chico?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Americas Best Value Inn Chico?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 10 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Americas Best Value Inn Chico?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Americas Best Value Inn Chico?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 40 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 40 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Americas Best Value Inn Chico?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Gold Country Casino (30-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Americas Best Value Inn Chico and nearby?
Americas Best Value Inn Chico has a seasonal outdoor pool.
What's the area around Americas Best Value Inn Chico like?
Americas Best Value Inn Chico is in the heart of Chico, a short 8-minute walk from California State University-Chico and 10 minutes' walk from Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park.
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Reviews
Americas Best Value Inn Chico Reviews
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5.2
Cleanliness
7.0
Location
6.4
Staff & service
4.8
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 2, 2025
Hippy check in guy was awesome and friendly. The room is what you expect at this price point. It's rough but it was clean and staff seemed eager to assist with anything.
Good little place to bail for a night and party in Chico. You can walk everywhere.
derek
derek, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2024
Great staff, clean rooms, best deal in town.
jacob
jacob, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 16, 2025
Yes it's nice, clean, close to shopping smell very clean service is very comfortable.thank you
Judy
Judy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2025
Well there is clean and always has coffee and front deck respond asap. We like that we feel important .
Judy
Judy, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Aug 1, 2025
Some of the clientele was very questionable. The employees were all very nice and even had to intervine with questionable tenants.
The location was great for my needs. Next time I'll try the place across the street or around the corner.
The door jambs on some of the rooms look like the door had been kicked in, door was fine, but the jamb leaves a question of what happened.
Grant
Grant, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 19, 2025
Really great front desk staff. The young man who was a Chico state student was great 10/10. Room was not super clean & it was dated....but what can you expect? Definitely a budget hotel. You can walk to campus within 15 minutes, downtown in 5. Great location
Lily
Lily, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 10, 2024
Great location. Walking distance from downtown.
It’s old and in bad shape though. Merely a bed and a shower. Probably a bit overpriced still.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 14, 2025
It is a noisy area, and not very clean. Excellent staff though.
Badri
Badri, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2024
The room was a lot bigger than expected
Lena
Lena, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2023
I have stayed many times across the street and this is my first time staying here and I will say I will be staying here from now on this place by far I kept up on maintenance the rooms are up dated and the staff is friendly to each other the hotel across the street is the exact opposite and they had me convinced this place was worse then there hotel and it’s the opposite it’s so much better
Dustin
Dustin, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 7, 2024
Unfortunately, the room next to me was up late, loud banging on door, cops, shouting. I did not feel completely safe. However staff was exceptional, kind, patient and I would recommend them.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Aug 23, 2024
Nice check-in/desk guy.
Bathroom had not been cleaned before our stay. Dirt on floor and hair in tub.
One of two beds had very squeaky springs.
Other bed was comfy.
TV worked well.
Erika
Erika, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jan 15, 2024
Cleanliness
Front desk people were nice. The cleaning staff should be fired, had to ask for 2 different rooms to be changed because of cleanliness. Beds were uncomfortable.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jun 18, 2025
The people were extremely nice. But I arrived a little early and they gave me a room which apparently didn’t log it. So at 5 AM there were two people trying to get into my room thank god I had the extra lock in place. Then the shower didn’t work and when I notified them they went in to fix it. So my second morning it still didn’t work.
David
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2024
This is an older motel in downtown Chico, so the decor is a little dated and the rooms are showing their age. I’d say this is an OK place, given the price, location and free parking. I had noisy neighbors (until 2 am) above me, but that was just bad luck. Didn’t hear or see other problems with guests. Check-in ws fast and easy; guy behind the desk was very nice.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 15, 2023
Very nice respectful check in person. Room had a strong odor of smoking. Bathroom door did not close properly.
Other than that it’s a place to sleep.
Joe
Joe, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Aug 24, 2024
Room did not match photos at all. Weird spots on bathroom wall (mold that wasn’t cleaned properly?), toilet rings, extremely uncomfortable mattresses. Staff member who checked us in was helpful when there was zero toilet paper in the tiny bathroom.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
May 19, 2024
The young man at the desk was very nice and quickly moved me to to another room when I asked. The second room, although having more light, was really shabby. The bedspread (it was a no smoking room) had burn holes and you could feel the springs through the mattress. I was hoping I could attach photos to show you the bathroom! Cracked tile, ugly yellow stains all around the sink and toilet and the tub/shower had awful stains too. It was graduation weekend so I expected the price to reflect that, but $250 a night for a dump like this is outrageous.I do want to give kudos to the two staff members I dealt with- they were friendly and very helpful.
Allison
Allison, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Oct 16, 2023
DIRTY
Overall this hotel is atrocious and no one should stay there, ever. But even the worst hotel (and this is) have a few things going for them, so here they are:
1) location - it is in downtown Chico within walking distance of the university
2) the sheets were clean and the mattress was comfortable
3) the parking lot was brightly lit
4) the front desk clerk was friendly and helpful
Do not in any way let those 4 things lead you to believe that this hotel is ok, because isn't. This hotel is DIRTY and DISGUSTING.
There was dirty laundry in the closet, a clearly used-for-s*x towel behind the door, the floors were too dirty to walk on, and the real kicker is that the shower and tub were completely unusable. By unusable I mean there was a hole in the wall in place of the contraption that would send water out of the shower head, and there was no plug to use it as a tub.
I asked to use an iron, which they gave me, but it was filthy. The ironing board was broken. The cabinet doors were broken. The sink was stained. The mirrors were dirty.
I stayed at this hotel out of sheer desperation because my original reservation was lost (either by the hotel or hotels.com, not sure which) and every other hotel near the college was sold out due to"family weekend". I was there to visit my daughter so location was my #1 priority.
This hotel is gross. Trust me.
BTW - I have spent 30-50 nights a year in hotels every year for 20+ years and have never left a bad review.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2025
Great for a budget stay
Toju
Toju, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2025
Was a pleasant stay.
Jon
Jon, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2025
Bathroom could use remolding, other than that, very much enjoyed my stay
Franklin Stephen Hall
Franklin Stephen Hall, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jul 16, 2025
Good location and reasonable price. it needs renovation.
Michael Y
Michael Y, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Aug 11, 2025
Worst place to stay
Leonid
Leonid, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 13, 2025
The staff was amazing, helpful and great communication. Both desk people were awesome, they made requests very easy. The rooms could have been cleaner, but the housekeeping staff were wonderful. They definitely made the trip better. It was a very busy weekend in Chico for the family weekend so they were completely booked. Great restaurants and coffee shop in walking distance. Walking to downtown Chico was easy and comfortable.