Augusta, Richmond County

BUDGETEL INN AND SUITES DOWNTOWN

954 FIFTH ST AUGUSTA, GA 30901

Tourist

Latest score

Feb 19, 2026

City

Augusta

County

Richmond

Inspections

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Feb 19, 2026

Routine

Score: 856 violations

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3 - hot/cold running water under pressure in all required locations of tourist accommodation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(2) - hot water supply

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed- No hot water in room 225 and 231. C/A: Repair. All rooms must have hot and cold running water

3 - hot/cold running water under pressure in all required locations of tourist accommodation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(2) - hot water supply

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed-The hot water temperature was 136 degrees Fahrenheit in room 123, 64 degrees Fahrenheit in room 225, 137 degrees Fahrenheit in room 226, 137 degrees Fahrenheit in room 230, and 133 degrees Fahrenheit in room 232. C/A- Hot water must not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit

28 - beds, mattresses, mattress pads, springs, frames, pillows, and bed coverings clean; vermin free and in good condition; bed linen properly supplied, changed and laundered

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(6) - bed, bedding, and linens

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed- linens need to be cleaned in room 123, cigarette burn on bedding in room 225, cigarette burn on bedding in 226, room 230, room 232. Linens need to be cleaned in room 231. C/A: Maintain bed coverings and mattresses in good condition

10 - permit and inspection report current and properly displayed; pic assigned

Regulation: 511-6-2-.05(7) - inspection posting

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed- inspection from 5/20/2025 posted. C/A: Have most recent inspection posted

16 - toilet/lavatory/bathing facility fixtures and rooms clean and maintained; properly lighted, clearly marked, proper signage, and all in good repair

Regulation: 511-6-2-.08(4) - toilet facilities-cleaning and maintenance

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed- hole above toilet in room 226 where the old towel rack was hung. Observed- stains on ceiling in room 123, room 225. C/A: Ceilings need to be repaired and painted

17 - proper ventilation; no sign of mold, mildew, odors or moisture

Regulation: 511-6-2-.08(5) - toilet and bathing ventilation

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed- No proper ventilation in room 123, room 231. C/A: Toilet, lavatory, and bathing facilities must be mechanically ventilated. Repair

Oct 7, 2025

Routine

Score: 893 violations

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3 - hot/cold running water under pressure in all required locations of tourist accommodation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(2) - hot water supply

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

The hot water temperature was 150 F at the faucet

27 - all furniture, waste receptacles, draperies, carpets; clean, and in good repair, considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(5) - condition of furnishings

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

In rooms 123 and 132 there was rust in the inside of th microwave

16 - toilet/lavatory/bathing facility fixtures and rooms clean and maintained; properly lighted, clearly marked, proper signage, and all in good repair

Regulation: 511-6-2-.08(4) - toilet facilities-cleaning and maintenance

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

in rooms 123, 131, and 228 the paint was pealing off the bathroom walls

May 20, 2025

Routine

Score: 981 violation

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17 - proper ventilation; no sign of mold, mildew, odors or moisture

Regulation: 511-6-2-.08(5) - toilet and bathing ventilation

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

The vent fan in room 102 is missing

Apr 25, 2024

Routine

Score: 874 violations

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6 - premises free of pests and rodents; pesticide applied in accordance with laws, rules, and label

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed live and dead insects in rooms 106 & 107. C/A: Continue routine pest control. Repeat violation

27 - all furniture, waste receptacles, draperies, carpets; clean, and in good repair, considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed rusty fridge in room 123. C/A: Clean or replace fridge. Repeat violation

16 - toilet/lavatory/bathing facility fixtures and rooms clean and maintained; properly lighted, clearly marked, proper signage, and all in good repair

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed stained tubs & showers in rooms 123 & 107. C/A: Clean or replace

25 - floors, walls, ceilings, windows, doors clean, and in good repair; appropriate for location and operation

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed residue on the walls and ceiling in several rooms (123, 106, 107). C/A: Please clean walls. Repeat violation

Jun 14, 2023

Routine

Score: 844 violations

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6 - premises free of pests and rodents; pesticide applied in accordance with laws, rules, and label

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed live insects in drawers in rooms 206 and 202. C/A: Continue pest control routinely. Also clean out rooms once residents leave

8 - annual gas fired equipment inspection on file; gas units equipped with automatic safety and/or 100% cut-off pilot

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no proof of inspection report. C/A: Make sure to have report on hand at all times

27 - all furniture, waste receptacles, draperies, carpets; clean, and in good repair, considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Repair/replace damaged chairs, rusty microwaves, blinds, chest of drawers

25 - floors, walls, ceilings, windows, doors clean, and in good repair; appropriate for location and operation

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed residue on walls in room 206. C/A: Make sure to clean walls