This is the perfect place for a stop for cars and truckers alike. Tons of parking, easy to get in…read moreand out of from the freeway. Covered Ramada's, dog walking areas and a kids playground are available in addition to restrooms and it's very well maintained too.

A spacious, clean, well-lit, easily accessible rest stop. Clean bathrooms, a nice information…read morecenter, big variety of drinks and snacks. Lots of parking and picnic areas. Fun traffic barrel sculpture outside.

An excellent highway rest area along the Will Rogers Turnpike aka I-44 between Joplin Missouri and…read moreTulsa Oklahoma. It is just west of the Vinita entrance https://www.yelp.com/biz/ok-turnpike-toll-plaza-vinita?hrid=ZmlJxbkw2ayuq_yBPFLQkg so if you're headed east from there, you'll miss out. Easy to access from either side and with plenty of parking. Inside, lots of toilets, good shopping and a nice spot to literally have an oasis in the middle of otherwise very boring Oklahoma plains. Gas station outside with plenty of space for larger vehicles, McDonald's and a nice gift shop with Oklahoma and Route 66 trinkets. Overnight parking is not permitted and there is no shade out here at all. [Review 19776 overall - 135 in Oklahoma - 748 of 2023.]

I'm gonna give this place credit, it is a bit of an oasis because there isn't gas or a stop…read moreanywhere near here as you head in from Missouri through Oklahoma! Pro tip: Don't drink a sip of anything between the MO state line and this stretch of I-44. I've driven to Tulsa twice from KC (and back), and found myself stopping here all four times. In addition to tons of gas pumps, the bathrooms are reasonably clean, there's a McDonald's (meh) and some traditional gas station snacks, and most importantly, it's super easy to veer off and back onto the road. I also kind of like the big glass archway overlook; while not scenic by any stretch, it's kind of fun to see the cars whizzing by beneath you. If you're like me and prefer to pull off far away from any city traffic, this is a spot you'll naturally gravitate to, and it's a small benefit to paying the $5 toll along this route.

No toilet paper and clerk leaning on counter playing on her phone does not make for a happy…read morecustomer.

Next door to our hotel while staying in chanute. Arby's was inside as well as a good variety of…read moresnacks coffee and beer. We walked over and ate Arby's and grabbed snacks and beer before heading back to our room for the night.

I like Towanda around rest stops. So what…read more Kansas has some pretty awful rest areas considering what a clean and sparsely populated state it is. This particular one has all kinds of issues. Firstly most of everything closes down at night so you are left with just a convenience store and a gas station. No food and nowhere to sit and no outlets. Which is one of the reasons I was coming here in the first place. Secondly the cops are patrolling all over here, which I suppose is good because it helps you stay safe, but they seemed especially curious about my presence here, and I felt a little creeped out. On the other hand I'm glad that they are keeping people safe while they are sleeping, and I really do like the layout of these rest areas that are in the middle of the highway. They can be a little treacherous for re-entry because you're entering and leaving the fast lane, but I do think it's a great idea to have the plaza be right in the middle and accessible from both sides.

OK I'm not one to complain too much about gas stations because they are what they are. It's nothing…read morefor you to get excited about, it's really supposed to just be a get and go type of situation. With that being said this one really ticked me off because I went to four different pumps before I could find one that actually worked. When there's 40 miles between this rest stop and the next gas station on a major traveled highway, you would think that they would do better in making sure that their pumps are repaired and working because people don't stop here for tourism and they certainly don't stop here because the food is good. They stop here for one reason and one reason only to gas up use the restroom and get back on the road. They should focus more on making sure that the needs of the customers are met then just trying to see how many people they can get to come inside. You were supposed to be a convenience to the public not a hindrance

It seemed like a great rest place which I had stopped at several times when going to Southern…read moreMinnesota. When their own groundskeeper and I spoke, he stated "we don't like having homeless people here" I had seen a few who probably were, but what difference does it make to him? As long as rules are followed, it shouldn't matter but shows how they judge people. Add to it state patrol right there and you may find yourself pulled by state patrol when you leave even if they don't cite you for a thing. Several years ago, I said anything South of Lakeville stretch. I hoped things changed. Easily a place ICE would be welcomed and people randomly targeted. State property not that particular groundskeeper.

Nice small rest area with clean restrooms and plenty of parking spaces available during the day,…read moregreat place to take a quick break from driving.

My reason for a maybe is because yes you can get a quick meal with good service as a stop and go…read morebut the restaurant part is permanently closed which wasn't indicated on google it stated the business was open for business buffet style, only to be disappointed when we got there to find out they were permanently closed a note indicated on a piece of note book paper... our truckers deserve better! Oh and it came recommended so disappointing...I only gave 1 star because 0 is not an option...smh

There was surprisingly few pumps available here for such a big looking place from the street. About…read moreas many as you would find at a regular sized gas station. The areas around the pump were filthy, as were the bathrooms inside. Speaking of the inside, it was chaos as several employees were arguing about whose turn it was to go for a break. I had to leave before they started fashioning nun chucks out of Slim Jim's as it was getting real in there pretty quick. Pretty sure I'll pass on this place in the future.

If you're heading south on the Kansas turnpike this is one of the last non-casino stops for gas and…read morefood. Hardee's, Dunkin, convenience store items, clean bathrooms, water fountains (no bottle fillers though) and of course gas pumps aplenty. Prices are no longer crazy high like they were in the old days. Thank goodness. It's not the best area for a walk and stretch your legs, especially if you have a pet. Limited and you have to walk across busy parking lots if you need to get gas also.

Located between Andover and El Dorado, the Towanda service Plaza has enough to satisfy your…read moretraveling needs. Plenty of pumps for gas, drinks, food. Even a Hardee's and Dunkin" Donuts in back. 18-wheelers can stop to rest and get fuel as well.

We travel to Kansas City all the time and we have always stopped at the Lamar Travel Stop because…read morethey have great ice, great customer service, and above all, their bathrooms have always been sparkling clean.....until today. After Pete's bought Lamar Travel Center the service and cleanliness have gone down, but today the ladies bathroom was so nasty, it disgusted me. When I let the two guys who were working know about the uncleanliness of the restroom, they looked at me like it was not their problem. They were very unconcerned. It was disheartening. If I was Pete, I would want to know.

Love this place!! I stop regularly on my trips to and from Tulsa. Great fuel prices and friendly…read morestaff! Ashley is way too sweet!! Good snack foods and cold drinks!

Near the intersection of I-44 (between Tulsa and Springfield) and I-49 (between Kansas City and…read moreFort Smith), there are a bunch of large and small gas stations. Prices are very competitive and they're all within a cent of each other, and inexpensive to boot. With the extra 10 cents off per gallon for being a Love's Rewards Member, Love's was an easy choice to fill up today. The station is easily accessible from the interstate and the pump area is wide enough for your larger vehicle. Inside, lots of grab-and-go food, a variety of rolled meats on the hot dog grill and options for hot and cold drinks. Restrooms are clean, too. Be sure you're giving way to those truckers. They might not see you and they don't stop quickly with those loaded trailers. [Review 1509 of 2025 - 481 in Missouri - 25060 overall]

Cons: I don't know what it is, but I always have to use the bathroom after we get out of Oklahoma…read moreCity. And for years, I've been stopping at this gas station. It's a pain in the butt because you do have to get off the highway and drive for a few minutes. But now it's even worse . It's not this place's fault specifically. It's the construction. To get off the freeway and to get to the gas station took 25 minutes. And to get back on the freeway, took an additional 20 minutes. My husband was very upset. Pros: this has been a very trusted stop for many years. But I don't think we'll be coming back here ever again.

Wonderful hosts and a beautiful building with so much history. An amazing piece of history right on…read morethe old train line. Lots of old train equipment to look at outside. Perfect gem if you have any interest in railway or architectural history. Lobby was undergoing renovations, but it was no inconvenience and I loved hearing about all their careful historical restoration. This stay was unforgettable.

This is a great place to stay if you are looking for a quiet, cozy and peaceful evening! The room…read morewas cute and bed was comfortable! The couple running the place are an absolute joy. They are very friendly and you can tell they love what they do! Breakfast is home made and very good!