Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free parking is available on-site.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available for an additional fee.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in The Dalles, just steps from Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and 3 minutes by foot from Columbia River. It is 0.8 miles from Sunshine Mill Winery and 0.9 miles from Fort Dalles Museum.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.

Budget Inn Motel in The Dalles

Average nightly price at Budget Inn by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$82
February	$79
March	$77
April	$73
May	$66
June	$73
July	$81
August	$83
September	$81
October	$75
November	$73
December	$71

What guests think

At Budget Inn, reviews describe a basic, budget-friendly stay with mixed experiences: many found clean, comfortable rooms and friendly staff, while others reported maintenance issues, limited amenities, and difficulty reaching the front desk.

Several guests liked the convenient location near downtown and dining. Common in-room extras include mini-fridges and microwaves, but some reported small rooms, broken appliances, weak heating or cooling, and thin walls causing noise. Service ranges from welcoming to unresponsive, with repeated complaints about deposits and unclear policies. Expect a straightforward budget stay best for short visits.

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Facilities

Amenities are basic for a no-frills motel. Multiple reviews note limited offerings and occasional parking shortages.

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Kenneth

Nov 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Loud because it’s on a busy street with particularly lousy insulation. You get what you pay for. Bed was good and it did have a microwave, frig, coffee pot and toaster oven.

6

Jackie

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location. No one in office to help with questions, getting fresh towels or toilet paper. Not enough parking.

4

Lynda

May 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

There's no parking, i booked a king bedthey gave me 2 doubles then said if we sleep in both they are char

8

Hue

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything is limited. But the room is clean and it's good for one night to stay

8

Daniel

May 23, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a basic hotel but it was clean and reasonable priced. The walls are thin so hopefully the neighbors are quiet. I was impressed by the extensive options for the TV. All of the HBO channels were available,ESPN, Bloomberg, MSNBC, and so many more. That was a nice surprise. If you are on a budget, this is a good choice

8

Naomi

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a great place for a quick stay. Very clean, updated and comfortable. Wonderful value for the price. There were good extras in room- Fridge, microwave, iron and ironing board.

2

Dan

Apr 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

DON’T STAY HERE!!!! The manager is not customer friendly and is rude. Loud noises from her quarters during check-in disrupted the process. No access to ice machine? Terrible experience.

6

ROBERT

Oct 3, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and the bed was comfortable. On the whole the place could use some sprucing up. Price was right for a nights sleep at a no frills motel.

6

Mary

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Property needs more improvements. the cable and TVs

8

Ofelia

Apr 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Bed is clean and comfortable. Have mini fridge Oven/toaster Coffee maker

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms clean, while others reported dirty floors, stained or worn bedding, and missed details like hair in showers.

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kyle

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Managers were very nice. Building shows wear but room was clean and comfortable.

6

Timothy

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, quiet

2

Christopher

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Terrible hotel. Beds are uncomfortable and stained need a refund

4

Jacob

Oct 23, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The floor was dirty tv did not work only decaffeinated coffie the beds were old and hard basically only sheets on the bed. Workers were okay the place looks like a dump outside

2

Myriah

Aug 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room we got did not look like the picture on Expedia. The floor was so dirty that everyone’s feet was black. The towels didn’t match. They required $100 deposit, and wouldn’t cancel the reservation. They said I would have to contact Expedia.

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Naomi

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a great place for a quick stay. Very clean, updated and comfortable. Wonderful value for the price. There were good extras in room- Fridge, microwave, iron and ironing board.

10

Beverley

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean and modern for an older building. The beds were very comfortable and room quiet considering how close we were to train tracks. I was surprised I did not hear my neighbors which was a bonus. The Staff were very nice and efficient during our check in. I felt very safe and comfortable walking to dinner which was close by. The surrounding neighborhood was older but very well maintained. I would recommend and definitely stay again if I’m in the area.

6

ROBERT

Oct 3, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and the bed was comfortable. On the whole the place could use some sprucing up. Price was right for a nights sleep at a no frills motel.

4

Carla

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms needed to be upgraded.There was someone else hair in the shower. Beds were comfortable.

8

Jon

Nov 18, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean and comfortable for a good nightly price.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic with comfortable beds and useful extras like mini-fridges and microwaves. Downsides include small layouts, thin walls, occasional broken appliances, and inconsistent heating or air conditioning.

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Shelly

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was a 1/2” gap on our door and it was loud from trains and cars going by.

6

Kenneth

Nov 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Loud because it’s on a busy street with particularly lousy insulation. You get what you pay for. Bed was good and it did have a microwave, frig, coffee pot and toaster oven.

4

Colleen

Apr 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No heat to the room. Went to the office and was given a space heater. The curtains would not cover the windows.

8

Tami

Oct 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Worth it for the price. Very friendly. You can tell they've been updating the property. Couple of curiosities with the room.

8

Lillian

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The bed was comfortable and Burgerville is nearby so is the local mall and skateboarding park for kids if they are traveling with you

2

Jennifer R

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in staff was great! Rooms are very tiny with no AC :( The lobby isn't always available and the staff answering the phone for help was rude and outright disrespectful. We ended up going somewhere else and did not extend our sta.

8

Naomi

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a great place for a quick stay. Very clean, updated and comfortable. Wonderful value for the price. There were good extras in room- Fridge, microwave, iron and ironing board.

10

Beverley

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean and modern for an older building. The beds were very comfortable and room quiet considering how close we were to train tracks. I was surprised I did not hear my neighbors which was a bonus. The Staff were very nice and efficient during our check in. I felt very safe and comfortable walking to dinner which was close by. The surrounding neighborhood was older but very well maintained. I would recommend and definitely stay again if I’m in the area.

6

Mary

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Property needs more improvements. the cable and TVs

4

Shigemi

May 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fridge was broken, thin wall

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Service

Staff friendliness is praised by many, but reviews also cite rude interactions, difficulty reaching the office, and strict or unclear policies around deposits and guest rules.

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10

kyle

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Managers were very nice. Building shows wear but room was clean and comfortable.

6

Jackie

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location. No one in office to help with questions, getting fresh towels or toilet paper. Not enough parking.

2

Christina

Jul 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beat up hotel, but for the price not much is to be expected. I called about my deposit the day after as I was told at check in I'd get it after check-out. Was told I'd get a call back and nothing. 2 days later called again, again was told I'd get a call back. 8 days later, the lady who checked me in said she said it would take 7 to 10 days to get it back. I reminded her what she told me at check in and she said no no it's longer. Will be filing a dispute with my bank. Such a waste of my time.

8

Rkia

Jun 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The lady at the front was very nice

6

Ryan

Dec 30, 2022

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Stayed 19,352 nights

Instead of using a credit card to reserve the room they charged the card 150$ extra saying it was a deposit. Then said they were keeping the deposit because a towel was dirty. The fact that they charged my card extra was shady enough. I figured they would pull something. The weather and roads were bad and they knew i had no choice and they took advantage of it.

2

Robert

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I booked on line. After deciding to stay last minutes. 5 minutes later i pulled into the property to discover no staff was available to check the 2 of us in. Not even shortly after another big issue saying i coyld cancel or

10

Amanda

Jul 31, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel, they were very nice the clerks in office!! The hotel was really clean, and honestly out of all the hotels I have stayed in this one had the most comfortable bed ever!! Was very comfortable and reasonably priced!! I would highly recommend this place!!

2

Jennifer R

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in staff was great! Rooms are very tiny with no AC :( The lobby isn't always available and the staff answering the phone for help was rude and outright disrespectful. We ended up going somewhere else and did not extend our sta.

10

Beverley

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean and modern for an older building. The beds were very comfortable and room quiet considering how close we were to train tracks. I was surprised I did not hear my neighbors which was a bonus. The Staff were very nice and efficient during our check in. I felt very safe and comfortable walking to dinner which was close by. The surrounding neighborhood was older but very well maintained. I would recommend and definitely stay again if I’m in the area.

2

Dan

Apr 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

DON’T STAY HERE!!!! The manager is not customer friendly and is rude. Loud noises from her quarters during check-in disrupted the process. No access to ice machine? Terrible experience.

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Location

Convenient to downtown and nearby eateries, and several guests felt safe walking around. Others noted a busy area with possible traffic or train noise.

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4

Shelly

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was a 1/2” gap on our door and it was loud from trains and cars going by.

6

Kenneth

Nov 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Loud because it’s on a busy street with particularly lousy insulation. You get what you pay for. Bed was good and it did have a microwave, frig, coffee pot and toaster oven.

6

Jackie

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location. No one in office to help with questions, getting fresh towels or toilet paper. Not enough parking.

8

Jim

Sep 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

lots of activity in this area that am not used to

10

Sarah

Sep 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The owners were very nice and friendly, for what they offer in a motel it was nice and accomidating to my needs and wants during my stay there. The area they are located in I'm not too sure about but there was a lady every evening screaming random things on the street.... that's beyond their control though. If you're looking for a psh to just rest your head n go shoot your business the next day this is a good place with great prices! I took videos not pictures unfortunately, but the bathroom was nice :) and the rooms were comfy.

8

Lillian

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The bed was comfortable and Burgerville is nearby so is the local mall and skateboarding park for kids if they are traveling with you

8

Ryan

Sep 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice owners, clean rooms, easy location.

10

Beverley

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean and modern for an older building. The beds were very comfortable and room quiet considering how close we were to train tracks. I was surprised I did not hear my neighbors which was a bonus. The Staff were very nice and efficient during our check in. I felt very safe and comfortable walking to dinner which was close by. The surrounding neighborhood was older but very well maintained. I would recommend and definitely stay again if I’m in the area.

10

anthony

Sep 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Decent accommodations in great location near to downtown

6

David

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

I grew up in The Dalles early’60s this motel was there then and very little signs of updates, in fact I don’t think over half of it was in service. But it was quiet safe clean enough; most people are not likely to spend more than one night perfectly adequate for that.

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				1	2	3
4 $87	5 $77	6 $77	7 $75	8 $77	9 $81	10 $80
11 $76	12 $77	13 $76	14 $75	15 $76	16 $86	17 $85
18 $76	19 $76	20 $77	21 $75	22 $78	23 $85	24 $85
25 $71	26 $75	27 $76	28 $77	29 $76	30 $86	31 $86

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1 $78	2 $76	3 $76	4 $76	5 $77	6 $87	7 $86
8 $77	9 $77	10 $76	11 $76	12 $78	13 $83	14 $83
15 $78	16 $76	17 $76	18 $76	19 $76	20 $86	21 $85
22 $77	23 $77	24 $78	25 $77	26 $77	27 $86	28 $86
29 $76	30 $77

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