- Tripadvisor has identified the top bargain hotels across the US, based on traveler reviews.
- Tripadvisor “bargain hotels” average under $150 per night and are priced in the bottom 30th percentiles of properties in their respective markets, a representative told Business Insider.
- Across the board, travelers praised these hotels, motels, and inns for their cleanliness and hospitality.
- From quaint waterfront cottages in Maine to a motorcyclists’ haunt in Arkansas, here are the top 15 affordable staycations in the US.
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15. Relax Inn & Suites in Kuttawa / Eddyville
Location: Kuttawa, Kentucky
Closest major city: 1 hour and 45 minutes from Bowling Green, Kentucky
In a nutshell: A small, mom-and-pop establishment close to a number of Cumberland River attractions, including Kuttawa Harbor Marina, Venture River Water Park, and Mineral Mounds Golf Course.
Source: Tripadvisor
14. Edgewater Motel & Cottages
Location: Bar Harbor, Maine
Closest major city: 1 hour from Bangor, Maine
In a nutshell: A waterfront property with a private pebble beach on Mount Desert Island consisting of a motel, cottages, and suites just 2.5 miles from the entrance to Acadia National Park.
Source: Tripadvisor
13. Comfort Inn and Suites - Pittsburgh
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Closest major city: 10 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh
In a nutshell: A centrally located Comfort Inn close to downtown Pittsburgh. Travelers consistently praise its attentive staff. A visitor in February called it the best Comfort Inn they have ever stayed in.
Source: Tripadvisor
12. Quality Inn Daytona Speedway
Location: Daytona Beach, Florida
Closest major city: 50 minutes from Orlando, Florida
In a nutshell: Located steps from the world famous Daytona Speedway, the Quality Inn offers fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies and homemade lemonade to guests daily.
Source: Tripadvisor
11. Yodeler Motel
Location: Red Lodge, Montana
Closest major city: 1 hour from Billings, Montana
In a nutshell: A Bavarian-style lodge located at the starting pointing for the Beartooth Highway, which runs from Red Lodge, Montana to the northeast entrance of Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming.
Source: Tripadvisor
10. Plaza Motor Motel
Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
Closest major city: 4 hours from Lansing, Michigan
In a nutshell: One traveler describes the Plaza Motor Motel as "unexpected luxury at budget price." Surrounded by flower beds, the motel is less than 10 minutes from Lake Superior.
Source: Tripadvisor
9. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clarion
Location: Clarion, Pennsylvania
Closest major city: 1 hour and 30 minutes from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
In a nutshell: A brand new, 68-room inn located 10 minutes from downtown Clarion with pet-friendly rooms available.
Source: Tripadvisor
8. Anna Maria Pirates Den
Location: Holmes Beach, Florida
Closest major city: 1 hour from Tampa, Florida
In a nutshell: A small, family-run resort just a short walk from Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island with four individiually decorated 2-bedroom apartments, two 1-bedroom cottages, and a gated pool.
Source: Tripadvisor
7. Red Roof Inn Houston - Westchase
Location: Houston, Texas
Closest major city: 20 minutes from midtown Houston
In a nutshell: A pet-friendly family hotel located on the Sam Houston Parkway with easy access to Houston Beltway, Chinatown, Reliant Stadium, Minute Maid Park and the Toyota Center.
Source: Tripadvisor
6. Mt. Madison Inn & Suites
Location: Gorham, New Hampshire
Closest major city: 1 hour and 45 minutes from Concord, New Hampshire
In a nutshell: Located in the heart of the White Mountains, Mt. Madison Inn & Suites comes with a heated pool, hot tub, fire pit, and outdoor grills.
Source: Tripadvisor
5. Shady Acre Motel
Location: Branson West, Missouri
Closest major city: 50 minutes from Springfield, Missouri
In a nutshell: A family-run motel located next door to Silver Dollar City theme park, minutes from Table Rock Lake and Branson's live concerts and shows.
Source: Tripadvisor
4. Rainbow Courts Motel
Location: Rockdale, Texas
Closest major city: 1 hour from Austin, Texas
In a nutshell: This historic hotel dates back to 1918 and consists of individually decorated standalone cottages, suites, and hotel rooms. "Walking into the courtyard is like a trip back in time to the motor courts of the '50s," one traveler wrote.
Source: Tripadvisor
3. Edelweiss Inn
Location: Eureka Springs, Arkansas
Closest major city: 1 hour from Fayetteville, Arkansas
In a nutshell: Close to Eureka Springs' best shops and restaurants, this inn boasts outdoor decks for relaxing and a trolley stop outside its entrance.
Source: Tripadvisor
2. Topsail Shores Inn
Location: Sneads Ferry, North Carolina
Closest major city: 50 minutes from Wilmington, North Carolina
In a nutshell: This privately-owned hotel is located a 5-minute drive from North Topsail Beach and is close to shopping, dining, and nightlife as well as the Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune.
Source: Tripadvisor
1. The Trails Inn
Location: Eureka Springs, Arkansas
Closest major city: 1 hour from Fayetteville, Arkansas
In a nutshell: This quant and comfortable inn with a pool is located across the street from the Eureka Springs' Pine Mountain Jamboree theater and a Harley Davidson shop. According to the inn's website, it is a starting point for many motorcycle tours.
Source: Tripadvisor