The Best Cheap Hotels in Carthage, IL from ￥10,394 in 2026

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Basic Single Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

1. Hotel Prairie Winds Carthage Keokuk Hwy 136

Carthage

Bret

￥10,527

￥11,157 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

Indoor pool, open 6 AM to 11 PM, sun loungers

2. Hampton Inn Keokuk

Keokuk

Kristopher

￥16,595

￥18,586 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Keokuk

Keokuk

"Staff was friendly. Breakfast buffet included make your own waffles, bagels with cream cheese or peanut butter, cereal, and muffins. Our main issue was just that the exercise room was closed and looked like it was being used for storage. If we had known that I probably would have booked somewhere else. Also the internet was down one morning. When I contacted the front desk she said she would let someone know but she had just started last week so she didn’t know how to reset the modem. It was...

Patrick

￥9,281

￥10,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Indoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

4. Quality Inn & Suites Keokuk North

Keokuk

Susan

￥16,258

￥18,209 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Family Suite, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

5. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Fort Madison

Fort Madison

Elaine

￥14,813

￥16,590 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

6. Baymont by Wyndham Keokuk

Keokuk

janet

￥13,053

￥14,620 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave

7. Budget Inn

Keokuk

Deanna

￥9,883

￥11,069 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accesible Tub) | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Indoor pool, open 7 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas

8. Quality Inn & Suites Fort Madison near Hwy 61

Fort Madison

Sharon

￥13,440

￥15,052 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Top Carthage Hotel Reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Keokuk

8/10 Good

"It was a very nice stay, The house keeping staff was friendly and helpful along with the front desk."

Rivers Inn Fort Madison

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Super 8 by Wyndham Keokuk

8/10 Good

"The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The room was clean, water pressure was good. But paint was pealing from the ceiling and walls, and the carpet was coming up in some places. Needs to be better maintained."

Frequently asked questions

What is Carthage like for travelers on a budget?

Carthage has cheap accommodation options and a range of things to see and do, making it a budget-friendly vacation choice. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions like Carthage Jail.

When is the best time for a budget trip to Carthage?

Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Carthage, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 32°F. Average annual precipitation for Carthage is 44 inches.

What is there to see and do in Carthage?

You don't need to spend a lot to find places to visit in Carthage. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then fill your itinerary with activities that cost little or nothing at all. If you're looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty, you can get outdoors at Argyle Lake State Park, Mississippi River, or Mud Island.

How can I get to Carthage and get around on a budget?

Scoping out the transportation options in Carthage is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The most convenient airport is Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional), 25.2 mi (40.6 km) away. However, if that doesn't suit your budget, the next closest is 33.3 mi (53.7 km) away: Quincy, IL (UIN-Quincy Regional-Baldwin Field). Carthage might not have very many public transit options so renting a car could be an economical alternative to explore more of the area.

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1. Hotel Prairie Winds Carthage Keokuk Hwy 136

2. Hampton Inn Keokuk

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Keokuk

4. Quality Inn & Suites Keokuk North

5. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Fort Madison

6. Baymont by Wyndham Keokuk

7. Budget Inn

8. Quality Inn & Suites Fort Madison near Hwy 61

9. Nauvoo Temple House Hotel

10. The Inn at Old Nauvoo

Top Carthage Hotel Reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Keokuk

Rivers Inn Fort Madison

Super 8 by Wyndham Keokuk

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Find Cheap Hotels in Carthage, IL

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Check availability on Carthage Cheap Hotels

Our top choices for Carthage cheap hotels

1. Hotel Prairie Winds Carthage Keokuk Hwy 136

2. Hampton Inn Keokuk

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Keokuk

4. Quality Inn & Suites Keokuk North

5. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Fort Madison

6. Baymont by Wyndham Keokuk

7. Budget Inn

8. Quality Inn & Suites Fort Madison near Hwy 61

9. Nauvoo Temple House Hotel

10. The Inn at Old Nauvoo

Top Carthage Hotel Reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Keokuk

Rivers Inn Fort Madison

Super 8 by Wyndham Keokuk

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