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Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena

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

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Stunning building exterior with a welcoming bench and vibrant flowers.
Welcome to the reception area, where guests can check in and access a chalkboard wall.
Simple, modern building with a flat roof and parking lot.
Relax in this cozy space with a large bed, TV, and convenient amenities.
Guests can enjoy views of the outside from the benches in this corridor.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
524 N Last Chance Gulch, Helena, MT, 59601

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of St. Helena - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Helena Civic Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carroll College - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Reeder's Alley - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Montana State Capitol - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Brewhouse Pub & Grille - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Windbag Saloon & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Staggering Ox - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Suki Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪R-B Drive-In - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena

Motel near Cathedral of St. Helena
Located close to Helena Civic Center and Great Northern Carousel, Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena provides laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and heating

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift

More

  • 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

More

  • 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

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • City/local tax: USD1.0

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena located?

Located in the heart of Helena, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Cathedral of St. Helena, Helena Civic Center and Great Northern Carousel. Exploration Works and Carroll College are also within 15 minutes.

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Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 359 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 359 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 359 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 359 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 359 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

This is a clean quiet budget motel. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Very comfortable, clean and close to everything. Classic design and well furnished.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10

I was a little skeptical about the safety of this place. It didn't seem too safe with men walking around BUT there were no problems and no one bothered us and everyone seemed pleasant. However, I would not stay if I was by myself and being female. It IS rundown and I didn't take a shower nor sit on the slip-covered chair but that is just me. Overall, good place to stop for a night. Price was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10

Staff was wonderful and helpful. I’d give her 10 stars if possible. Room was disappointing. Toilet barely flushed, very run down feeling. Wouldn’t recommend but better than some places I’ve stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10

Cheap room lots of homeless ppl around
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

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

10/10

This is a regular, no frills stay for me. Worth the money. Easy in and out Great downtown location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10

The service was excellent. It was clean comfortable and in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

A good spot with easy access from the highway. A good breakfast, and well priced when we stayed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10

Despite the property being dated, everything was clean, staff was great, and we slept well. Lots to see and do within walking distance. Great budget motel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Although the place is dated, it was very clean and comfortable, and the best part was it was a great value.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

The staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10

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

10/10

Good location, friendly stuff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10

It’s nothing fancy but it was very clean and the staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10

Great location if you want to walk around the downtown area. Lots of shops and places to eat/ drink within walking distance. Its an old motel, but was decent and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Great beds good keep quiet convenient walking downtown shopping restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10

Everything was clean and functional, and the staff came to the front desk after hours to check us in. We visited several nearby shops and had a great breakfast across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

It is a little dated but the cleanliness and the staff more than made up for it. I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Great spot for safe, clean, economical lodging. Great staff, friendly and knowledgeable
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10

Nice and comfy little spot right in the middle of Downtown Helena!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10

This hotel is older, but the beds were very comfortable and the room was clean. The service was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Stayed for 2 nights. Excellent downtown location. All amenities nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10

Lady at the desk was very good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024