Budget Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Lake Wales with free parking

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hallway
Front of property - evening/night

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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530 South Scenic Highway, Lake Wales, FL, 33853
  • Grand Hotel
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bok Tower Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • LEGOLAND® Florida
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway)
    ‪65 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Lake Wales

Budget Inn places you within a leisurely stroll of Lake Wales History Museum and KICCO Wildlife Management Area. This 19-room motel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Lake Wailes - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grand Hotel - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Mountain Lake - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Bok Tower Gardens - 10 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • LEGOLAND® Florida - 16 min drive - 13.0 miles

Getting around

  • Winter Haven Station - 20 min drive
  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪All Star Grill North - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Topper's Creamery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Budget Inn

Motel in Lake Wales with free parking
Guests staying at Budget Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.

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 self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.35 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.35 percent

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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.

Property is also known as

Budget Inn Lake Wales
Budget Lake Wales
Budget Inn Motel
Budget Inn Lake Wales
Budget Inn Motel Lake Wales

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Budget Inn?

Budget Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Budget Inn?

As of Jul 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Budget Inn on Aug 8, 2025 start from $69.99, 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 can I see near Budget Inn?

This motel is located in Lake Wales, a short 11-minute walk from Lake Wailes Park and also 12 minutes on foot from Lake Wailes. You'll also find Lake Belle and Lake Wales History Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Budget Inn?

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

Does Budget Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, Budget Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Budget Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Budget Inn?

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

Does Budget Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

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

Will Budget Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Budget Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Budget Inn?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Budget Inn?

The closest major airport to Budget Inn is Avon Park, FL (AVO-Avon Park Executive), which is 23.9 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL), which is around 27.3 mi away.

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

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

Budget Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 322 out of 660 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 660 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 660 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 660 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 660 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

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

Budget Inn - Lake Wales

Found the room to be immaculate. Staff friendly and accomodating. I'll be staying there whenever I'm in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ARIEL

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Property clean, room was very clean, looks like it was remodeled, owner was very kind and when i requested a late check out he allowed . Would recommend to all.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Janina, Hialeah Gardens

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is very nice and clean. I will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy A

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Large rooml. Convenient location to our destination, Bok Tower Gardens for the Easter Sunrise Service .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was updated and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kaycee

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chad, Kent

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ice machine did not work. Room really could use a chair other than the desk chair. The stair at the end put you in a dirt, rock and sand area. A walkway would be nice. The room was very comfortable and clean. Bed was good. I would recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

William

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

Good value for the price in the area.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

jennifer

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It was clean. Rooms were decent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The staff was respectful and responsive to our requests. The shower stall was too small and the shower head was not movable, so we needed to turn off the water to soap up and then turn back on the shower to rinse. The ice machine was not working. The remote for the TV needed new batteries that were replaced promptly. The pipe under the bathroom sink leaked so there was a waste basket under it to catch most of the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Easy process
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Dirty room and rude owner. WE CLEANED for 2 hours.

I am disabled and asked for a 1st floor room. Owner snapped no availability, but the parking lot was empty. Asked if he needed both vehicles info. Snaps, I'm not responsible for 2nd vehicle. Caught me off guard, normally no hotel is, but, I was concerned about him towing it. We walked in and it initially looked clean because it is tile floors and what looks like newer furniture. Unfortunately, it was not clean at all. I should have taken pics, but we were more concerned about cleaning. We left, went to Walmart to get cleaning supplies and spent almost 2 HOURS CLEANING. The bathroom was disgusting. I sprayed the walls with bathroom spray and the brown dirt just melted into the drain. Should have bought towels as some of them were so nasty. I seriously don't believe the room has been cleaned in years. The dirt was so bad. It even looked like there was blood on the bathroom wall. We went through more than an entire roll of paper towels. We didn't want to approach the owner as he was extremely rude from the start. Around 8pm that night, we were in bed relaxing before falling asleep and there's a loud knock at the door that scared us. It was the owner screaming at my husband that I needed to move my vehicle from the disabled parking. He said, she IS disabled, but he refused to listen and my husband grabbed my keys. I then walked out in my pj's argued with him, pointing out my handicap placard and my huge scars. He finally told us to leave it. Paid for 3 nights, left after 2.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Howard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Burgundy

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

Very cute and affordable place

Newly renovated. Clean and comfortable. Comfortable beds. Affordable. Nice people running the place. Definitely recommend. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were modern. Kept very clean. Price was right. Will stay here again when in Lake Wales.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

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

Overall, very happy.

Overall, I was very happy with my stay. Things were clean and functional. The only drawback for me, personally, was the fact that the big fluffy lovely towels were heavily scented from scented laundry products. Not a good thing for those with chemical sensitivities. I couldn't use them.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda, Indian Harbour Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and quiet and convenient to where we were going.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Overall a great experience, friendly and accommodating staff, room was clean and cleaned each day of my 3 day stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

clinton

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well cared for and maintained property. The area around the hotel is residential but it was very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025