Economy Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in St. James with free parking

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Desk, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Desk, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
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Desk, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
102 N Outer Rd, St. James, MO, 65559
  • St. James Winery
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Meramec Vineyards
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Maramec Spring Park
    ‪17 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, Smoking (1 Full)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (1 Full)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking (2 Full)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, Smoking (2 full)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

St. James

Economy Inn places you within a short walk of St. James Winery and within a mile (2 km) of Meramec Vineyards. This 21-room motel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, microwaves, and TVs.

What's nearby

  • St. James Winery - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Meramec Vineyards - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Missouri University of Science and Technology - 11 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Maramec Spring Park - 17 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • The Fugitive Beach - 26 min drive - 20.3 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Country Bob's Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Public House Brewing Company - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Economy Inn

Motel in St. James with free parking
Guests of Economy Inn enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
40-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and free local calls.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Economy Inn St. James
Economy St. James
Economy Inn Motel
Economy Inn St. James
Economy Inn Motel St. James

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Economy Inn?

Economy Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do within easy reach of Economy Inn?

This motel is located in St. James, a short 14-minute walk from St. James Winery and also 18 minutes on foot from Meramec Vineyards. Woodson K. Woods Memorial Conservation Area is also within a driving distance of 4.4 mi.

Is parking available on site at Economy Inn?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Economy Inn include a casino on the premises?

No, Economy Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Economy Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Economy Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Economy Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Economy Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Economy Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Economy Inn for a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day.

Does Economy Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Economy Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Economy Inn.

Economy Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 432 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 432 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 432 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 432 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 432 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Staff & service
Fine for the money
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Margie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

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

Not for half the price

I was there for 3 nights. Not once was any maid or housekeeping service performed. I had to go to the office myself to request more towels and then I was given 1 towel. No more hand towels or anything else. The bathroom tile was in deplorable shape, with visible black mold. I was also told when I checked in that because I was there by myself, I shouldn’t mess up the other bed, Overall I would give it one quarter of one star because it had running water and a locking door. Otherwise I would avoid this place and if you do stay there I would recommend bringing a firearm.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner is a wonderfully helpful young man. The rooms are clean and immaculate.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaje

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Last minute stop and they helped to make sure me and my family was taken care of. The guy at the desk was super friendly. Will definitely recommend to my friends andfamily.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan

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

No complaints

Nice hotel would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice and quiet place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

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

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

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

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I stayed in this fleabag several years ago and was horrified when I drove up and realized it was the same place. Thinnest towels I’ve ever scene, splotches on the floor and night stand, badly caulked bathtub. No bugs at least, but I hope I never end up here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Larry

Disliked: Room comfort
Room was clean. Was outdated. Bed was hard. But over all decent. You get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had accidentally booked a smoking room. The attendant changed the reservatin on the spot. Just a really kind gesture.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John

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

8/10 Good

Nyssa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. We checked in very late at night, and the man who helped us at the front desk was friendly and helpful. We slept well and our stay was pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

MEGAN, Saint Joseph

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

2/10 Terrible

Ginette

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dayon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Perfect for a working man

First impression seemed kinda sketchy just looking at the building at night. Walked in front desk lady was extremely welcoming and friendly. Booked me in right away, 2 minutes tops. Room was kinda ran down but i think the price was fair. Everything worked the tub was kinda clogged and walls were thin. Seen a couple roaches but everything seemed clean except the walls.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Steve

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The overall appearance was run down. The room I stayed in smelled. Air conditioning grills were dirty. Wall, doors, and furniture were smudged with dirt and grease.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024