Shawnee National Forest is in southern Illinois between the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers. The closest hotels are about 20 miles to the north in Harrisburg.
Address: 50 Highway 145 South,
Harrisburg,
IL62946Zoom in (+) to see interstate exits, restaurants, and other attractions near hotels.
1. Quality Inn Harrisburg 100a East Seright Street, Harrisburg, IL 62946 Call Us18 miles 18 miles from Shawnee National Forest
"The AC in my motel room rattled on and off all night. No extra pillows or blankets available. The bathroom tile was broken. Breakfast was a packaged honey bun. 2020-08-19"
"The motel was fairly nice, but for some reason the washcloths turned black when wet. There was a bottle cap on the floor when we arrived, and it was still there when we left.2020-06-03"
"Close to SIU Carbondy and Marion. My room was comfortable and clean, and the staff was nice. The continental breakfast was adequate. I recommend this motel.2018-05-17"
"The hotel room hadn't been properly cleaned, and there was a dead frog in the bathroom. The bedsheets didn't look fresh. The front desk clerk was friendly and courteous; he came and removed the frog, but didn't offer me a room change despite an odor from the frog. Not a good stay.2021-04-11"
"There were roaches in my hotel room and cobwebs on the walls. Don't stay here.2016-09-07"
"The employees were polite and helpful. I'll stay at this hotel again.2015-12-30"
"The beds and pillows were so comfortable. Some repairs were needed, but the room was clean. You can't go wrong staying at this hotel.2023-10-11"
"The hotel had no phone service and absolutely no hot water. The juice dispensers in the breakfast room leaked on the floor, making it wet and slippery. The staff provided excuses rather than help. Avoid this place.2019-01-03"
"My non-smoking hotel room smelled bad. The phone didn't work, so I didn't get my wake-up call. I checked out early. 2018-08-22"
"The room was clean, and the hotel staff was friendly. The hot breakfast smelled good, but I didn't have a chance to try it. My only complaint was that the trash was overflowing in the canopy area, and there were cigarette butts everywhere.2022-05-24"
"The room was clean and reasonably priced, and the hotel clerk was friendly. The parking area was well-lit. Stay here.2021-11-19"
"Convenient to the interstate. The hotel was pet friendly and met our expectations. The floor needed cleaning.2018-10-21"
"The hotel exterior wasn't impressive, but the room was nice and comfortable. Breakfast offerings weren't good.2017-05-23"
"Good value. The hotel was clean and inviting, and I loved the Christmas decorations. The staff was helpful and friendly, and the food was fresh. A comfortable stay and great experience.2015-12-21"
"The motel was fine. The room was clean and had everything I expected.2023-01-23"
"The motel was fine, and the room was clean. However, I think I left some things in the room, and I wasn't able to reach the front desk by phone to see if they'd been found.2023-01-18"
"If you're on a budget, this motel will work. It's quiet and the staff is friendly. Make sure the plumbling doesn't leak, and that glassware is wrapped.2020-09-05"
"The hallways smelled bad, and the AC in my room was really loud. Service was poor. Don't stay at this hotel.2017-06-12"
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Most of our competitors order these same hotels in other ways that make them more money.
How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
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