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Blue Door Inn

The 49-room, budget Blue Door Inn provides clean, affordable rooms — with surprisingly quality amenities for the price — on a main road through northern Estes Park, Colorado. The motel-style property offers a pool and free breakfast, albeit a simple one. Guest rooms are modest and dated, but all have a flat-screen TV, microwave, mini-fridge, and coffeemaker. Suites add amenities like gas fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. On-site games, coin-operated laundry, and free Wi-Fi add to the appeal. Nature lovers might prefer the adult-only Deer Crest Resort, closer to the mountain ranges with beautiful forested grounds and a rustic, natural atmosphere. 

Days Inn by Wyndham Middletown/newport Area

Located on the outskirts of Newport in the small hamlet of Middletown, the Travelodge is a quiet value option. While the motel is within walking distance of a few shops, downtown Newport is a 20-minute drive away. All 75 rooms are spacious and come with microwaves and mini-fridges, some of the second floor rooms have balconies. Though the decor clashes and there have been some complaints about cleanliness overall. There are a few nice amenities including an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and free parking. Free breakfast with a few hot dishes, pastries, and fresh fruit is served in the lobby. For those looking for a more central location, consider the Inn on Bellevue — an intimate bed-and-breakfast with fewer amenities, but in the heart of the Historic District of Newport.

S.J. Suites

S.J. Suites is a straightforward budget option in the heart of Old San Juan. While its 27 rooms are basic and dark (most lack windows and views), the location is a hit with guests. Situated in Calle Fortaleza, the property keeps historic sites, restaurants, and bars within walking distance. That’s a good thing, as on-site features are pretty much limited to a lobby lounge with free all-day coffee. In short, S.J. Suites operates as a basic motel-style option best suited to travelers seeking a central, no-frills base from which to explore Old San Juan. Those looking for basic digs with more Old World character could try Da House Hotel. 

Holiday Lodge

The one-and-a-half-pearl Holiday Lodge is a dated budget hotel in the Westlake, a gentrifying but still gritty section of downtown that can be slightly unsafe at night. The attraction of the area is that it’s a short drive or bus ride from from the Staples Center, GRAMMY Museum, and other attractions. The hotel has no facilities or property amenities to speak of, and no food service other than free coffee in the lobby. Many of the 58 guest rooms are dated and in need of renovation. All come with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, and some feature mini-fridges and microwaves. Travelers looking for a step up nearby can consider Ramada Los Angeles/Downtown West. 

Colony Inn North Hollywood

The budget Colony Inn North Hollywood is situated in the NoHo Arts District, close to dining options and bars, and just a 10-minute drive to Universal Studios (the area feels a bit dodgy to some). Its 25 guest rooms are spacious, but dated in terms of decor, and are equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi. Bathrooms feel the most contemporary in style and are equipped with shower/tub combos or walk-in showers, plus some rooms have whirlpool tubs. The modest property offers a couple of perks, like a free continental breakfast and free on-site parking (a huge perk for Los Angeles). For a budget option with more features, check out the Travelodge Hollywood-Vermont/Sunset or Days Inn Hollywood/Universal Studios, which both have outdoor pools.