Star Inn

901 E Main St, Barstow, CA 92311, Barstow, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.6 / 5

Star Inn is an unfussy 2-star budget motel in Barstow at 901 E Main St, about a mile from the I‑15/I‑40 interchange. It sits within a 10-minute walk of Historic Barstow Main Street, with nearby attractions such as the Western America Railroad Museum (about 1.1 km), Harvey House (about 1.1 km), and the Route 66 Mother Road Museum (about 1.1 km). The property offers simple rooms accessed via exterior corridors, with free Wi‑Fi, cable TV, air conditioning, and free parking. Room setups vary: some units have shared bathrooms with kitchenettes and dining areas, while others have en suite facilities with a minifridge and microwave. For additional local sightseeing, the Mojave River Valley Museum is about 1.5 km away, and the Calico area and related tours are roughly 14–15 km from the hotel.

Best for

Best suited to budget-minded road trippers who want a straightforward place to rest near I‑15 and I‑40, with free parking and quick access to Route 66-related sights. It also fits travelers who appreciate in-room basics like air conditioning, cable TV, and a microwave or kitchenette for simple meals.

Travel tips

If you’re arriving by car, the location about a mile from the I‑15/I‑40 intersection makes it convenient for stopovers; plan on driving to farther attractions like Calico and Rainbow Basin Natural Area (roughly 14–18 km away). For walkable sightseeing, Historic Barstow Main Street and several museums (Harvey House, Western America Railroad Museum, Route 66 Mother Road Museum) are around 1.0–1.2 km from the property. Confirm your room type in advance if you prefer an en suite bathroom versus shared facilities.

What guests say

Guests commonly describe the property as a good-value, budget-friendly stopover that meets basic needs. Cleanliness and a simple, comfortable setup are recurring positives, along with generally quiet conditions for sleeping. Reviews also mention that air conditioning can be important on arrival, with rooms cooling down after being turned on. While some feedback highlights friendly owners, a negative theme appears around customer-service issues, including concerns about how service animals and veterans are handled.

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