Springfield is the seat of Greene County and the third largest city in Missouri. Its population was 157,630 as of July, 2009, more than a third of the populace of the Springfield Metropolitan Area to which Springfield belongs. Over 10 percent of this city's adults are employed in the accommodation and food services industry. Near Interstate 44 alone, in Springfield, are 37 motels, many of them nationally known brands. Some have kitchens and are ideal for longer-term tenants; others have less amenities and cost less, ideal for short-term tenants.
This Candlewood Suites is located near the North Springfield business district, within walking distance of many shops and restaurants. 83 suites are situated on four floors, 71 of them non-smoking, 55 single-bedded and 28 double-bedded. Every suite has an executive desk with free high speed Internet access and free local phone calls. Other amenities include a leather recliner fronting a flat screen color TV and a kitchen with ref, stove, micro oven, plates and glassware, pots and pans, and dishwasher. Pets weighing less than 80 lbs. are allowed to stay in the hotel for a fee. Guests are provided with complimentary parking.
Candlewood Suites I-44
2800 North Glenstone Avenue
Springfield, MO 65803
417-866-4242
cwspringfield.com
The 83-room Econo Lodge West is located near the Dickerson Park Zoo, the Springfield-Branson Regional Airport, the Battlefield Mall, Missouri State University and Fantastic Caverns (the only cave in North America that offers a ride-through tour). Freebies include continental breakfast, USA Today, local calls, coffee and wireless Internet. All guest rooms have cable television with free HBO. Some rooms have kitchenettes, microwaves, refrigerators, ironing boards and irons. Non-smoking rooms and a two-room suite with a whirlpool bathtub can be made available upon request. This hotel is ideal for leisure and business travelers.
Econo Lodge West
2808 North Kansas Expressway
Springfield, MO 65803
417-869-5600
econolodge.com
The Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, one of the oldest outdoor stores in the United States, is near to the Super 8-Springfield North motel and may be worth a visit. Other nearby attractions include the Wonders of Wildlife Museum and Aquarium and the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds. Free in this hotel are high-speed Internet access, continental breakfast and free coffee in the room and in the lobby. In addition, kids under 17 years of age get to stay for free if accompanied by their parents. Pets are allowed in this hotel. Special discounts are available for government employees, seniors and large groups.
Super 8-Springfield North I-44
3022 North Kentwood Avenue
Springfield, MO 65803-4414
417-833-9218
super8.com
