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Express Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Wharton hotel

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Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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2393 FM 102, Wharton, TX, 77488
  • Place, OakBend Medical Center - Wharton Hospital Campus
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverfront Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Wharton County Junior College
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Eagle Lake, TX (ELA)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Wharton

In Wharton .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of OakBend Medical Center - Wharton Hospital Campus and 2 miles (3 km) of Colorado River with a stay here. Wharton County Courthouse and Dinosaur Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Eastgate Plaza - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Wharton County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Riverfront Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Wharton County Junior College - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • 20th Century Technology Museum - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hinze's Country Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Express Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Wharton hotel
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly Express Inn. Free self parking is available.

This Wharton hotel is smoke free.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Express Inn offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Microwaves and refrigerators can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Parking included
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Express Inn to the airport?

Express Inn is 25.1 mi (41-min drive) away from the Eagle Lake, TX (ELA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Express Inn?

As of Nov 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Express Inn on Nov 12, 2025 start from $80.0, 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.

Does Express Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Express Inn.

Does Express Inn offer free breakfast?

Express Inn offers free buffet breakfast every day from 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Express Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Express Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Express Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Express Inn have a pool?

Express Inn does not have a pool.

Does Express Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Express Inn to downtown Wharton?

Express Inn is 1.8 mi away from Wharton.

Express Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 236 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Lady was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

juan manuel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms, plenty of parking, well lit parking lot, very well maintained facility inside and outside. Working washer/dryer available.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Traveled with partner
Easy to get to
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms are fairly clean. Good price. Right next to a Buccees . Some sketchy clientele…..
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan M.

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

Will stay again

Front staff polite courteous and professional. Readily available when arrived and approached front window.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lupe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We chose this property because it was close to the wedding venue we attended. It was convenient to shopping and food. The room was clean but the beds were not comfortable. We only stayed one night so it was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

john

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Yulanda

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room and fresh sheets
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Amy

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not nice

Had to leave within 2 hours due to mold smell. The situation gave me a horrible headache and sinus problems. we left without checking out. I would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Laid out like a motel, but very clean inside and the staff was nice. For the price it was well worth it. Super cheap!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

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

6/10 Okay

Emmett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was a joke. Cold coffee, food looked like it was a couple days old. Fortunately Buccee’s is right next door.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everuthong great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sherri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Karintha

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our 3rd time staying here and will continue to book here every time we are visiting Wharton. The room is perfect, very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
No frills or anything special, but clean older property at a fair price.

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024