With a stay at Best Western Route 66 Rail Haven, you'll be centrally located in Springfield, within a 5-minute drive of Missouri State University and Mercy Hospital Springfield. .This hotel is 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium.
What's nearby
Evangel University - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Hammons Field - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
Springfield Cardinals - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
Springfield Expo Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
Missouri State University - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
Getting around
Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 20 min walk
McDonald's - 7 min walk
Arby's - 11 min walk
Ichiban Buffet - 7 min walk
Jose Loco's - 12 min walk
About this property
Best Western Route 66 Rail Haven
Best Western Route 66 Rail Haven offers 92 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.
This Springfield hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 92 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this hotel include gift shops/newsstands, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Seasonal outdoor pool
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Seasonal outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Business services
24-hour business center
Computer station
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Grab bar in shower
Hand-held showerhead
In-room roll-in shower
No elevator (single-level property)
Pool hoist on site
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
More
1 floor
6 buildings
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Built in 1938
Comprehensive food waste policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Desk
Free local calls
Heating
Individual decor
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per day
Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 30 mi (48 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Property is also known as
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Best Western Route 66 Rail Haven Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Room was nice, and being tucked back in a corner, was quiet for a front row room, close to a main street. The staff was very nice and the coffee was good. Breakfast was good, but the waffle iron needed to be cleaned. I couldn't use it.
It was fun staying in a classic Route 66 hotel, with lots of photos from the 'good ole' days'.
My only issue was there was no comforter or heavy blanket for the cold nights. I had to turn the heater way up to sleep. Other than that it was fine.
Marvin
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Danny, Roy
Traveled with partner
Jan 15, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great staff, very clean. Please paint the walls and change out lousy shower head!
The room was very old, but not in a good way. The bed slumped into the middle. I fought all night to not roll into my husband. The fridge and heater made awful LOUD sounds all night. The room we booked was under maintenance, and this was the room they changed is too. Would never go back. Only saving grace, the staff was kind.
Room was clean. No kleenex. No decaf in breakfast area. Minimal offering.
David
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
david, Overland Park
Dec 30, 2025
david
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
6/10 Okay
Lynda
Traveled with family
Dec 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Room, okay; staff okay. Wasn’t as described
Lynda
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Blaine
Dec 28, 2025
Blaine
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
shannon
Dec 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s an older historic hotel so keep that in mind. We had some issues with the rooms but the staff was amazing and helped us and gave us proper accommodation for our needs.
Easy to find. Was as advertised. Rooms matched the pictures on the website. Employees were friendly and helpful. Really enjoyed my visit.
Dianna
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Heath
Traveled with family
Dec 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Check in and out were a breeze, no issues with any services in the room. The "suite" portion with the futon/bunk bed situation was a bit below expectations but overall the room was cozy and well appointed, especially for the price.
What a great experience with the staff at this location. From check in to check out all was easy and quick. The breakfast was good, the coffee was ehhh not the best and the variety was there. It is a small eating area so it can get crowded fast. The rooms were clean and didn't smell. We were toward the front so you could heat the traffic on the roadway but not enough to keep you up at night. This is an older establishment so the walls are on the thinner side. The property itself felt safe and I had no issues staying there with my family. All in all I would recommend staying here!
April
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Kevin
Traveled with family
Dec 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Parking was very safe and well lit. The unit was the family unit with a full size bottom bunk, twin top bunk beds as well as a king bed. King bed is on its last sleep, very hard and the full size bed wasn't even a mattress bed it was a futon cushion. The twin looked brand new. Epic failure on the full size bed. If it weren't for those 2 issues this place would have earned 5 stars in most categories.
Kevin
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Arlene
Dec 13, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
The bed was comfortable. The hot breakfast was great, including a coffee machine offering many options like hot chocolate, lates ect. I was able to park right in front of my door. The one dislike was the air freshner was very strong.
Arlene
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Alexa
Dec 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was as described
Alexa
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marilyn
Dec 11, 2025
The staff is outstanding. They have a great, free breakfast that includes fresh scrambled eggs, sausage links, biscuits, gravy, waffles, milk, water, apple and orange juice, pastries
What delightful stay! The room was comfortable and clean; the staff was personable, professional, knowledgeable, and friendly; and the history was an added bonus.