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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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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena offers a comfy base in central Helena. Guests enjoy WiFi, vending machines, coffee and tea in the lobby, and on-site laundry. Visitors particularly appreciate the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Located in Helena, Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena is in the city centre and near the airport. Exploration Works and Montana Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bill Roberts Golf Course and Great Divide Snowsports. Don't miss out on a visit to Great Northern Carousel. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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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
  • ‪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 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 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in reception and a vending machine
  • 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

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:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.0

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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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Reviews

Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.0

Eco-friendliness

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 383 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really quite safe though it initially doesn’t look so. Very quiet all night! Liked it all & it’s walkable location to busy downtown breweries & restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to downtown restaurants, I especially liked the Parrot Candy and Ice Cream Shop on Last Chance Gulch, and the Windbag restaurant for dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bed comfortable, seemed clean, nice staff…. Dated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Falsely advertised a Queen bed for a full.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a clean quiet budget motel. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is dated but clean . The bathroom needs some work . Could use new tile around the shower and caulking needs to be replaced .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute property. Would be neat to see it fully restore to vintage style. It’s dated but clean. The staff was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Roscoe

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old, worn out, poorly furnished, obscene items in office.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location and access to downtown. Parking was tight at night but that didn’t affect me. Staff was attentive to my needs- mainly a used lightbulb. The room lacked a sheer curtain which would have been nice since I was on the lower level and many people passed by. Also bathroom door stuck.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomoaki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Amenities
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 Poor

Jackson

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cheap room lots of homeless ppl around
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

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 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great Stay

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

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good spot with easy access from the highway. A good breakfast, and well priced when we stayed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

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

6/10 Okay

Jeannie

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
In this case, budget equals sketchy, especially if you are traveling with a child. Property is dated/run down. Bedding & bathroom were basically clean, but mildew in the grout & on the ceiling of the bathroom. Bedroom furniture old & beat up. Big gap at the base of our door, easily a half inch of daylight showing through. People were sitting on the benches & on the stairs smoking cigarettes, weed, and drinking (both at night & in the morning) and barely would shift a little to let us by as they glared at us. The complimentary coffee offered in the morning at the office was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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 Excellent

William

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly stuff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

DONALD

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lane

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great beds good keep quiet convenient walking downtown shopping restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Inexpensive but good

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