Name: Bestway Inn - Madison
Address: 700 Clifty Drive, Madison, Indiana, United States of America, Madison, Indiana, US
Price range: US$81–US$136 per night
Rating: 7.08

What guests think

Bestway Inn - Madison is a no-frills, budget motel with mixed feedback, balancing praise for value with concerns about age-related wear and variable upkeep, with some guests satisfied by straightforward stays while others encounter notable issues.

Service is frequently noted as friendly and accommodating, with staff addressing problems and room changes promptly in several reviews. Cleanliness feedback is mixed, ranging from very clean rooms to reports of smoke residue, stains, bugs, and other lapses. Rooms are simple, with occasional noise and maintenance or heating issues; breakfast is a basic continental spread with waffles and limited protein or fruit. Several guests mention quiet, well-lit grounds and convenient access, though the pool’s availability is inconsistent; overall, expect a straightforward stay with uneven quality.

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Facilities

Facilities are simple; the pool’s availability is inconsistent, though a few guests used it. Several reviews note well-lit parking that feels safe at night.

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10

Melissa

21 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was a nice quiet time!

8

William

26 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was a old hotel, they tried very hard to keep it nice. We got there, and wanted to swim, they had the pool unlocked for us(a storm had closed it earlier), Very thankful for the pool for my granddaughter last night of vacation.

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Katherin

11 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

First we had to go to an ATM because they have a 50$ cash deposit i was unaware of, but that\'s no big deal. Then the lady at the front desk accused my daugher (14) and her friends of breaking into the pool, which they did not! The door was already open and there were no signs anywhere stating that it was closed. Also how is an INDOOR pool "closed for the season"???? I got two rooms and there was no ice bucket in one, and the coffee pot didn\'t work. The lady who checked us out was nice though. We will never stay here again.

6

Ronald

3 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pool was not available

10

Brandy

25 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Always great service. From the front desk to the housekeeping, they're always very nice and extremely helpful. Clean room and a great deal for the price! Wish i would of had more time to enjoy the pool.

6

Yan

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It's a motel, very basic, decent condition for a decent price. Not very dirty but not sparkling clean either. Our pillows were in bad shape and when asking for replacements, we were told housekeeping will be informed. Never got replacement. Breakfast includes: coffee, juice, PBJ, waffles. No protein or fruit. Can hear people talking in the hallway and cars in parking lot. Parking lot is well lit and feels safe in general.

4

Darren

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff is very unprofessional. The rooms are very outdated and in need of improvement. The pool and pond are nice

6

Tiffany

7 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was ok. The pool wasn’t open and there was gross stuff floating in it. Housekeeping came 20 minutes beside checkout and were rather aggressive about getting into the room. We opted for a late check out and they finally left. Would stay again in a pinch.

8

Melissa

8 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet and safe

6

Robin

5 Jun 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

I appreciated how well lit the property was at night. The continental breakfast was good but I wish they would have had fruit. I was happy for the affordable price.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is mixed, with some very clean rooms contrasted by reports of smoke residue, stains, bugs, and other lapses.

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Kathryn

3 Apr 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Switched from a room that was saturated in smoke to a room that was less Smokey.

2

Dylan

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Smelled terrible and there were all kinds of bugs in our room and we left immediately

4

Victor M

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sheets had blood stains on them and there were Cigarette burns on the sink. However the staff was nice.

2

Yvette

19 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room smelled horrible of old stale smoke. Bugs in the beds. People smoking / taking and carrying on outside their rooms till late hours as we did not arrive to check In till 10:30 - 11pm. We did not stay. we found some where else to stay. The staff reasonable at least.

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Ryan

6 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was super friendly. That’s about the only good thing about it. The blood stains on the wall and on the bed sheets were wild. There was also a bunch of dead bugs on the floors, and the room just wasn’t clean at all.

10

Carl

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff. The hotel is a bit dated, but it's extremely clean. I would stay here again.

10

Timothy

12 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The person who checked me in was very nice. The room was clean. There were plenty of towels in the bathroom.

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Angela

18 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was freezing cold. It was very outdated and the bathroom left a lot to be desired. There were holes in the door of the bathroom. The caulking was peeled away from the shower surround and the base of the tub. The room smelled horrible. We booked for 2 nights but only stayed for 1 due to the condition. The nickname of this hotel in our small town is The Meth Way Inn and I can now see why. Would definitely not recommend this hotel.

6

Tessie

2 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Although my room was serviced daily, upon check in, my room was not very clean and was smelled of smoke upon entry. My room towels did not appear to look clean.

4

Pamela S.

10 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was dirty, just the going to the room, there was dirty adh trays/buckets outside the rooms. The room had a lot dirty areas, such as the bathroom area, not cleaning in corners and so on. The breakfast was a continental, the only warm item was waffles. I would mnot stay here again.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and dated; some are spacious and comfortable, but several reviews note firm mattresses, noise from outside, and maintenance issues affecting comfort (e.g., TVs, fixtures, heating).

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Brian

30 Sept 2024

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Stayed 13 nights

I arrived and found the phone didn't work there wasn't an alarm clock and the remote was broken. The front desk did address these issues right away and i was happy with the results. The light on the wall outside my room flickered the entire time of my stay. The door jam to my room looked as though the door had been pryed open and the latch was missing. You could see light through the door where the jam was damaged. The balcony was covered in spiders. I counted like 12 in total. This hotel was close to the job i was working. Traveling for work i would stay there again. Traveling with my family i would choose a different hotel. Many construction workers were staying there and prices didn't seem consistent.

6

Lisa

7 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room had an odor , tile broken, needs updates.

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Angela

18 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was freezing cold. It was very outdated and the bathroom left a lot to be desired. There were holes in the door of the bathroom. The caulking was peeled away from the shower surround and the base of the tub. The room smelled horrible. We booked for 2 nights but only stayed for 1 due to the condition. The nickname of this hotel in our small town is The Meth Way Inn and I can now see why. Would definitely not recommend this hotel.

8

Libby

30 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Really good, hot water and water pressure in the shower, and the mattresses were just right and seemed new

8

Staci

13 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The only problem we had was the bed was very firm & our backs hurt from it.

6

Debora

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room had a broken coffee maker. A large crack in the mirror in the bathroom. I will not stay there again, but the ladies at the office were excellent.

6

Marlen

1 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Only spent 1 night! Took room long time to heat up! But did in middle of night!!

10

Angelia

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My only complaint was the TV. It kept freezing up. Took us about 3 1/2 hours to watch a 2 hour movie. Get rid of the Vizio brand. The room was very large, the bed was really comfortable. The bathtub needs the stopper repaired but all in all it was a nice place to stay. Staff was very friendly.

6

Yan

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It's a motel, very basic, decent condition for a decent price. Not very dirty but not sparkling clean either. Our pillows were in bad shape and when asking for replacements, we were told housekeeping will be informed. Never got replacement. Breakfast includes: coffee, juice, PBJ, waffles. No protein or fruit. Can hear people talking in the hallway and cars in parking lot. Parking lot is well lit and feels safe in general.

6

Kirk

24 Jun 2024

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Ok for a basic inexpensive hotel. Room had a bit of a musty smell, perhaps old cigarette smoke from a former guest who broke the rules. Wifi signal was weak/inoperative, even though our room was close to the office. Free breakfast was sparse, no fruit, just cereal, waffles and some cheap breads including banana muffins that tasted like the old banana bubblegum cigars.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, often resolving issues or moving guests when problems arise. A few reviews cite unprofessional interactions, a cash deposit, or pushy housekeeping near checkout.

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Jonathan

3 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our TV was broken on arrival and they immediately replaced it even though it was getting late. Great attitudes of the staff.

10

Cecily

24 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Brenda at the front desk was very accommodating. Very happy with your staff.

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Katherin

11 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

First we had to go to an ATM because they have a 50$ cash deposit i was unaware of, but that\'s no big deal. Then the lady at the front desk accused my daugher (14) and her friends of breaking into the pool, which they did not! The door was already open and there were no signs anywhere stating that it was closed. Also how is an INDOOR pool "closed for the season"???? I got two rooms and there was no ice bucket in one, and the coffee pot didn\'t work. The lady who checked us out was nice though. We will never stay here again.

10

Brandy

25 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Always great service. From the front desk to the housekeeping, they're always very nice and extremely helpful. Clean room and a great deal for the price! Wish i would of had more time to enjoy the pool.

8

Deborah

10 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The first room we were given had an awful smell & even spraying it with febreze didn’t help. We asked for a different room which we were promptly given. Other than that we had no complaints

6

Debora

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room had a broken coffee maker. A large crack in the mirror in the bathroom. I will not stay there again, but the ladies at the office were excellent.

10

Brandy

20 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I've never had a bad experience at Bestway. This time was no different. The staff is always sweet and helpful. The check in process is easy,quick,and the front desk staff is some of the best customer service I've ever experienced!

4

Darren

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff is very unprofessional. The rooms are very outdated and in need of improvement. The pool and pond are nice

10

Cecily

10 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We asked if we could have a ground floor room because of my husband's issue of walking stairs. W also called and asked if the room was available the day before we were scheduled. We talked to Brenda and she took care of us adding Friday on to our regular schedule. Very pleased with the service we received. We will be back! Thank you, Curt and Cecily Steinbaker

10

Ike

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

One of the best valued lodging in Madison, Indiana. The staff were all outstanding. We were totally surprised that the room service was performed on the daily basis. We will stay here again if we pass by the area.

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Location

Location suits practical stays, with several mentions of quiet, well-lit grounds and easy access to area activities and restaurants. Convenient for work trips and events.

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10

Melissa

21 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was a nice quiet time!

8

Andrew

29 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I like the quietness around the grounds.

4

Brian

30 Sept 2024

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Stayed 13 nights

I arrived and found the phone didn't work there wasn't an alarm clock and the remote was broken. The front desk did address these issues right away and i was happy with the results. The light on the wall outside my room flickered the entire time of my stay. The door jam to my room looked as though the door had been pryed open and the latch was missing. You could see light through the door where the jam was damaged. The balcony was covered in spiders. I counted like 12 in total. This hotel was close to the job i was working. Traveling for work i would stay there again. Traveling with my family i would choose a different hotel. Many construction workers were staying there and prices didn't seem consistent.

8

Brett

29 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Reasonable price/location for overnight trip to Madison, IN.

10

Sandra

2 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy drive to the festival.

8

Robert

12 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Hotel fit our needs as a place to sleep and shower while working in Madison

10

Douglas

5 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,330 nights

Price was great, location was perfect with plenty of restaurants.

6

Yan

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It's a motel, very basic, decent condition for a decent price. Not very dirty but not sparkling clean either. Our pillows were in bad shape and when asking for replacements, we were told housekeeping will be informed. Never got replacement. Breakfast includes: coffee, juice, PBJ, waffles. No protein or fruit. Can hear people talking in the hallway and cars in parking lot. Parking lot is well lit and feels safe in general.

8

Melissa

8 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet and safe

6

Robin

5 Jun 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

I appreciated how well lit the property was at night. The continental breakfast was good but I wish they would have had fruit. I was happy for the affordable price.

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Dining

Breakfast is a basic continental setup—waffles, cereal, breads, coffee—with limited protein and fruit. Some guests found it acceptable, while others wanted more variety or noted signage overstated offerings.

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Richard

24 Apr 2025

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Thanks to Jamea for helping us out, the property is clean, breakfast includes waffles and plenty of other goodies, rooms are big and beds are comfy...

8

Deborah

9 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was fine for our stay. Did not have a hair dryer but was not an issue. The service of the staff was wonderful. All very friendly and helpful. They worked hard at keeping things tidy. Recommend Harry’s Stone Grill for dinner. Was Fantastic. Stuffed mushrooms are the best!

10

Dillard

14 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The only thing that didn't work for us was the Breakfast. To many Carb no protein or milk products except milk for the cereal no yogurt.

8

allison

27 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

i'm disabled and was able to get a room that was accessible the breakfast wasn't much to talk about no eggs bacon or sausage ect

10

Connie

20 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I checked in on a Tuesday evening. The lady that did the check in was very friendly and helpful. The room was very spacious, clean, great cable selections. The selection of food was the normal hotel breakfast. The check out was quick and professional.

8

Sheri

9 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was our second stay in two years, they have improved IMMENSLY. Room and staff better. Grounds have improved. Continental breakfast was served, NOT buffet breakfast as posted on marquee. Good tv reception but NO HBO as posted on marquee. Considering the price and availability it was worth it. Will return next year.

10

Michele

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was clean and slept good but serious provlem with ants. The restaurant was excellent and great breakfast served!

6

Yan

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It's a motel, very basic, decent condition for a decent price. Not very dirty but not sparkling clean either. Our pillows were in bad shape and when asking for replacements, we were told housekeeping will be informed. Never got replacement. Breakfast includes: coffee, juice, PBJ, waffles. No protein or fruit. Can hear people talking in the hallway and cars in parking lot. Parking lot is well lit and feels safe in general.

6

Kirk

24 Jun 2024

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Ok for a basic inexpensive hotel. Room had a bit of a musty smell, perhaps old cigarette smoke from a former guest who broke the rules. Wifi signal was weak/inoperative, even though our room was close to the office. Free breakfast was sparse, no fruit, just cereal, waffles and some cheap breads including banana muffins that tasted like the old banana bubblegum cigars.

6

Robin

5 Jun 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

I appreciated how well lit the property was at night. The continental breakfast was good but I wish they would have had fruit. I was happy for the affordable price.

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Month	Average price
January	US$72
February	US$71
March	US$72
April	US$73
May	US$82
June	US$81
July	US$87
August	US$81
September	US$74
October	US$73
November	US$74
December	US$73

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18	19 $92
20 $82	21 $82	22 $82	23 $81	24 $81	25 $123	26 $136
27 $81	28 $82	29 $82	30 $82

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $82	2 $92	3 $92
4 $82	5 $82	6 $82	7 $82	8 $82	9 $92	10 $92
11 $82	12 $82	13 $82	14 $82	15 $82	16 $92	17 $92
18 $82	19 $82	20 $82	21 $82	22 $82	23 $92	24 $92
25 $82	26 $82	27 $82	28 $82	29 $82	30 $92	31 $92

Bestway Inn - Madison

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