Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Storm Lake motel

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, hair dryer
Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1504 Lake Ave, Storm Lake, IA, 50588
  • Place, Harker House
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Buena Vista University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Chautauqua Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Double Beds Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Storm Lake

In regional park.You'll find Buena Vista University and Harker House within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Living Heritage Tree Museum and Chautauqua Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Harker House - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Buena Vista University - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Chautauqua Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Sanford Museum & Planetarium - 25 min drive - 25.9 miles
  • Black Hawk State Park - 41 min drive - 40.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sioux City, IA (SUX-Sioux Gateway) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪225 Sushi Shack - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Grand Central Coffee Station - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Smokin' Hereford BBQ - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grand Central Coffee Station - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Storm Lake motel
Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake offers its guests a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Storm Lake motel.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake offers 38 accommodations. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake to the airport?

Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake is 78.3 mi (85-min drive) away from the Sioux City, IA (SUX-Sioux Gateway) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake on Jul 12, 2026 start from $73, 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.

Does Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake.

Does Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake offer free breakfast?

Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake have a pool?

Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake does not have a pool.

Does Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake to downtown Storm Lake?

Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake is 0.9 mi away from Storm Lake.

Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 244 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room staff was great. Very good restaurant in the parking lot
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like that there are still affordable inns/hotels!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff answered all my questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff where so friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

saw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This property is intentionally and consistently upgrading the guest experience. Their systematic attention to guest comfort has been evident in upgrades to individual rooms, the expansion of television channels, and regular maintenance of the property. You can pay more at one of the other properties in Storm Lake, but you won't find friendlier staff or a more comfortable (and quieter) room. Stay here and treat yourself.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to park and walk to!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stefan

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

Nice service and comfortable room

Room was comfortable and staff was friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is in a great location for us. We were close to all of the areas we needed for food and gas and rest.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NATALIE

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

Adequate and Safe Stay

This was an older, motel in a safe area. The room was clean. The shower had great water pressure. Front desk staff was very polite and welcoming. This was a good, safe place to be for a quick stay with a grocery store and restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cecil

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

Good Stay for the Price

Check in was easy. Location was convenient for work. Staff was friendly and polite. Not high end or fancy but good bed, hot shower, safe location, and clean. I would stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Budget Inn is good for the money.

Not a fancy place, but it is convenient, quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chip

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

Make this your regular stay in Storm Lake.

The owner is always working to upgrade the property. It's not the fanciest in town, but it is economical, clean, quiet and easy to get to and from.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Pleased

I appreciate the comfortable bed and the location of the hotel. The employees are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Brent

Gross
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owners are constantly upgrading this property. It is reasonably priced, comfortable, but not unnecessarily extravagent. Friendly staff. Great for inexpensive business travel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, safe area. Building exterior was rundown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elphazard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room pleased
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good place to stay

This is the same hotel I stay in each time I visit. It’s clean, cheap & friendly. It’s no frills, but meets my needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room, stay and staff were very good. They would probably have better reviews if they didn’t advertise a breakfast or offered more choices of food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just there for work nothing special but price was right
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access super quiet
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Needed a spot to rest my head
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025