Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake

2.0 star property
Motel in Storm Lake with free parking

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Lobby sitting area
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer
Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1504 Lake Ave, Storm Lake, IA, 50588
  • Place, Buena Vista University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Chautauqua Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Storm Lake Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Storm Lake

Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Buena Vista University and Harker House. Each of the 38 rooms at this motel includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a flat-screen TV.

What's nearby

  • Harker House - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Buena Vista University - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Chautauqua Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Living Heritage Tree Museum - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Storm Lake Golf Course - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Puffs - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Smokin' Hereford BBQ - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cobb Tavern At The Cobblestone - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake

Motel in Storm Lake with free parking
Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and desks are also available.

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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

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a regional park

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk

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 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake?

Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake on Oct 5, 2025 start from $60.0, 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.

What's there to do close to Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake?

This motel is located in Storm Lake, close to Harker House, Chautauqua Park, and Storm Lake Golf Course. Living Heritage Tree Museum is also within a driving distance of 1.6 mi.

Is there parking available at Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake?

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

Does Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake feature a casino on the premises?

No, Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake have a hot tub?

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

Does Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake for a fee of USD 15.00 per pet, per night.

Does Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake.

Budget Inn Motel Storm Lake Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 228 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 228 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 228 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 228 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 228 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Steve

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

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

10/10 Excellent

Chip

Business traveler
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

2/10 Terrible

carmen

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kerrie

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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

8/10 Good

Joel

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

8/10 Good

Cecil

Business traveler
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

8/10 Good

Elphazard, Cedar Rapids

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blane

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Harley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The manager is a very pleasant person. A good family man and a good person.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jude

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Eric

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The wifi network wasnt secured and had a really bad signal.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

KD

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

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was fine..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

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

6/10 Okay

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check in was fast. Looked like they were trying or attempting to remodel. When walking to my room. Walked near a group of guys and all i could smell was Marijuana. Not exactly pleasant. Some of the guests were loud.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Merredith

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The place was OK for what i needed but old, dirty and outdated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

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

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

6/10 Okay

Bradley

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024