Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena

City-center motel within walking distance of Cathedral of St. Helena

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January 2026

February 2026

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | Free WiFi, bed sheets - Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena (Helena)

In the heart of Helena, Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena offers a cozy retreat. Connect to WiFi, grab a snack from the vending machine or enjoy coffee/tea in the lobby and take advantage of laundry facilities. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Good

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk

Main amenities (6)

Daily housekeeping
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

Microwave
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Free self parking

Room options

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Tonight

Dec 22 - Dec 23

Tomorrow

Dec 23 - Dec 24

All rooms

2 beds

1 bed

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

TV

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Microwave

Cable channels

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

TV

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Microwave

Cable channels

33 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Similar properties

Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi

CNY524 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 24 - Dec 25

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About the neighborhood

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
Great Northern Carousel - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Carroll College - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Montana State Capitol - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪The Bagel Co. - ‬5 min walk
‪Brothers Tapworks - ‬10 min walk
‪Gold Bar - ‬3 min walk
‪Windbag Saloon & Grill - ‬9 min walk
‪Cafe Zydeco - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena

Enjoy your visit to Helena with a stay at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 47 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only*
- Food and water bowls available

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

Hiking/biking trails nearby
Skiing nearby
Fishing nearby

Services

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities

Room amenities

Be entertained

Television
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi
Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave

More

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:

A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.0

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay

Also known as

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Budget Express Helena Helena

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Frequently asked questions

Does Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Lucky Buckys Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking.

What's the area around Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena like?

Budget Inn Express Downtown Helena is a short 10-minute drive from Helena, MT (HLN-Helena Regional) and 6 minutes' walk from Cathedral of St. Helena.

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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

Popular mentions

Room

Service staff

Bed

Location

Air conditioning

Coffee

Shower

Towns

Restaurant

Bar

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 12, 2025

The staff is very nice and friendly.it was a peaceful place to stay

Melissa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 23, 2025

I always stayed there when I was in the army. Cheap and great location! Rooms are much nicer than they were 20 years ago!

Kelly, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 9, 2025

The motel is tired and needs a refit.

Neil, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 3, 2025

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.

Steve, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 1, 2025

Very comfortable, clean and close to everything. Classic design and well furnished.

Michael, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 5, 2025

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.

Jan, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Aug 11, 2025

Bed comfortable, seemed clean, nice staff…. Dated

Christine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 4, 2025

Clean

Brent, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 13, 2025

This is a clean quiet budget motel. Good value.

Joel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 3, 2025

Nice property. Falsely advertised a Queen bed for a full.

Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 25, 2024

Pleasant stay

Tomoaki, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 21, 2025

Good place to stay and gets the job done. It’s definitely dated!

Stephanie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 9, 2025

Cute property. Would be neat to see it fully restore to vintage style. It’s dated but clean. The staff was wonderful.

Salli, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 23, 2024

Great Stay

The service was excellent. It was clean comfortable and in a great location.

Christian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

May 19, 2024

A good spot with easy access from the highway. A good breakfast, and well priced when we stayed.

Graham, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Aug 24, 2025

Room is dated but clean . The bathroom needs some work . Could use new tile around the shower and caulking needs to be replaced .

Phil, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 28, 2022

Good location, friendly stuff.

William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 12, 2023

Great beds good keep quiet convenient walking downtown shopping restaurants

Lane, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 12, 2020

Friendly folks, great basic accommodations. Good location.

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 28, 2024

Great spot

Daphne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 28, 2024

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!

Patrick, 1-night trip