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Economy Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in St. James with free parking

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Economy Inn provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (1 Full)

Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking (1 Full)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Smoking (1 Full)

Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Smoking (1 Full)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Smoking (2 full)

Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Smoking (2 full)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (2 Full)

Desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking (2 Full)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Map
102 N Outer Rd, St. James, MO, 65559

What's nearby

  • St. James Winery - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Meramec Vineyards - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Missouri University of Science and Technology - 9 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Maramec Spring Park - 11 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Uranus Fudge Factory And General Store - 31 min drive - 60.6 km

Getting around

  • Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪China King - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Economy Inn

Property highlights
Economy Inn provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Economy Inn boast perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 40-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

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 lift (single-level property)

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

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

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Economy Inn St. James
Economy St. James
Economy Inn Motel
Economy Inn St. James
Economy Inn Motel St. James

Frequently asked questions

Is Economy Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Economy Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Economy Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Economy Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Economy Inn located?

Situated in St. James, this motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of St. James Winery and Meramec Vineyards. Woodson K. Woods Memorial Conservation Area and Great Circle are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Economy Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 468 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 468 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 468 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 468 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 468 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was polite and attentive. Room was very clean with a comfortable bed. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. The office manager was nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheyanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, the guy was friendly and helpful, the room was comfortable and clean for our night we were there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, affordable, TV/fridge/microwave. Only real complaint is the road noise but it is next to the highway can’t really do anything about that.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Front desk person was very nice, made easy my check in. Pet friendly, I traveled with a cat Bed was comfortable, clean bedding and plenty of towels, I will definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot with lovely rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good, basic, clean, affordable place to stay for the night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Clean room. OK staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vaishnavi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a comfortable and peaceful stay with the required amenities. Great food options near by. Staff was friendly and polite. Overall its budget friendly and a comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is nice, room is clean, and easy to get to
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, very accomodating and generous! Clean rooms and comfy beds!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kanae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable pet friendly, clean, and comfortable stay. Very friendly check-in attendant, and overall a great value for the quick overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. Friendly and helpful. Amazing place for a budget hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lilah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds could have been more comfortable but over all i had a very pleasant experience!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Absolute deal. Clean, quiet, easy in, easy out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent people frendly staff very good experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Surprise bed really comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
this property was right off the highway and VERY easy when i needed a 3am check in on my travels. the rooms were VERY clean and comfortable and my bathroom even had a bidet. there is no better option for the price along I 44
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helping kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just what I needed!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

kayleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in was quick. Owner friendly. Was offered a non smoking room, but chose a smoking room. Bed was so comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not the Ritz, but very clean and neat, at a very good price. Had a fridge and microwave, though no coffee-maker. Very good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025