Joplin - Missouri - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

Easily accessed from Interstate 44 lies Joplin, Missouri - the perfect city with big city amenities, but still holding on to its small town charm. It is waiting for you to give you a vacation you'll remember for a long time to come. With a population of 45,504 friendly residents and temperatures that never dip below 69°, this city is hard to resist.

On your arrival, check into one of the many lodgings that are available in this fair city, such as Faces Guesthouse Bed and Breakfast, where you will find a Dutch Colonial home which has been recently renovated or maybe you would like a Victorian style that you will find at the John Wise Home. If a bed and breakfast is not your taste, then try one of the many hotels that are here such as the Drury Inn and Suites or the Sleep Inn.

Whatever your budget, you will find something here to suit your needs. If money is no object, then there is always the luxurious Loma Linda Resort and Conference Center, which is nestled on 2,300 acres of land. Dining will also be a treat. Drop into Braum's for a hamburger from heaven or try Garcia's, where they specialize in Mexican food.

There are many things to keep you busy on your visit here. Take a day and spend it on the Twin Hills Golf Course nestled on 160 acres and see what challenges lie ahead for you. You are ensured a day of golf that you will remember. Take a trip on a hot air balloon with Aircraft Balloons or drop by Joplin or Northfork Speedway for auto racing. Then there's always Richardson's Candy House, where you can see candy actually being made.

If you're a history buff, you will really enjoy taking a trip into Joplin's past by visiting Post Memorial Art Reference Library. Visit the historic sites like Grand Falls and John C. Cox Pioneer Cemetery and see where this city came from and the struggles of its early settlers. You will want to return to drink in more of the scenery and the activities that Joplin has to offer.