Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena

Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Cathedral of St. Helena

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Laundry
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Parking included

Explore the area

524 N Last Chance Gulch, Helena, MT, 59601

Cathedral of St. Helena
‪5 min walk‬
Helena Civic Center
‪6 min walk‬
Carroll College
‪9 min walk‬
Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional)
‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Excellent

360 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Very good

360 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Helena

Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Cathedral of St. Helena and Helena Civic Center. This 47-room motel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, microwaves, and TVs.

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What's nearby

Cathedral of St. Helena - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Helena Civic Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Carroll College - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Reeder's Alley - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Montana State Capitol - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

‪Brewhouse Pub & Grille - ‬11 min walk
‪The Bagel Co. - ‬5 min walk
‪Windbag Saloon & Grill - ‬10 min walk
‪Blackfoot - ‬13 min walk
‪Gold Bar of Helena - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena

Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Cathedral of St. Helena

At Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and laundry facilities. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. This motel also has a vending machine.

TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Refrigerators, microwaves, and free long-distance calls are also standard.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi

$85 nightly

Sep 17 - Sep 18

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site

Food and drink

Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

No elevator

Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Microwave
Refrigerator

Air conditioning
Free local calls
Free long-distance calls
Heating
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

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 per pet, per night
Dogs only
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available
Certain rooms only
Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.0

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

Pet fee: USD 15 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

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena?

Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena?

This motel is located in Helena, just steps from Holter Museum of Art and Cinemark Helena, and within a short walk of Cathedral of St. Helena. You'll also find Helena Civic Center and Reeder's Alley less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena?

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

Does Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena feature a casino on the premises?

No, Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena?

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

Does Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena for a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena?

The closest major airport to Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena is Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional), which is 3.7 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena.

Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

4/10 Poor

Shannon

Business traveler

Jul 24, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room was dirty . For $139 dollars find somewhere else

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family

Jun 14, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Jun 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Place was nice, in a great location and staff was very nice

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Jun 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

This is a clean quiet budget motel. Good value.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Terry

Traveled with partner

Jun 9, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lots of homeless people hanging out in the park across the street. The room smelled. The plumbing badly needed maintenance. It barely made 2 stars, probably more like 1 1/2 stars.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Jun 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very comfortable, clean and close to everything. Classic design and well furnished.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Leonard

Jun 1, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karrin

May 16, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family

May 13, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

DONALD

Traveled with pets

May 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Wonderful staff, pleasant place to stay. My room had a funny noise coming from within the wall all night? Bother me that much, but I’m sure it would bother somebody else.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Micheal C.

May 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Not recommended. Period.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Apr 23, 2025

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

Disliked: Amenities

This is a basic clean motel. Cheap so I did not rate as if i expected the Hilton but rather what I paid for. The room was clean, had a really comfy bed, had everything it claimed to provide. It is in walking distance of old town Helena and all the cool restaurants. The man at the desk was really helpful. I would give it five stars but realize if the place is busy there might be noise from above or next door, I found it very affordable and will likely stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025