Hotels near Garden of the Gods Recreation Area – Herod, IL
Garden of the Gods Recreation Area, is located in Shawnee National Forest in Herod, Illinois. The closest hotels are 23 miles to the northwest in Harrisburg.
Note: Add 12-15 miles for Harrisburg and Marion hotels.
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1. Quality Inn Harrisburg 100a East Seright Street, Harrisburg, IL 62946 Call Us12 miles 12 miles from Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
"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"
3. Econo Lodge Marion - I-57, Exit 54 1806 Bittle Place, I-57, Exit 54, Marion, IL 62959 Call Us32 miles 32 miles from Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
"The hotel was older and the carpet needed to be replaced, but it was clean, comfortable, and affordable. The room had a microwave, fridge, iron, ironing board, and hair dryer. The staff was friendly and quite helpful. I enjoyed the warm pool and whirlpool. Breakfast was adequate. There was an ice machine and a snack vending machine near the entrance. I'd stayed here twice before and would likely stay again.2018-11-19"
"An OK hotel for a weary traveler, but needed remodeling. Not the best choice.2015-10-03"
4. Drury Inn Marion - I-57, Exit 54 2706 West DeYoung Street, I-57, Exit 54, Marion, IL 62959 Call Us32 miles 32 miles from Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
"Our hotel room was by the pool equipment room, so we heard noise all night long.2017-10-18"
"We were able to stay at the hotel with our 2 cats, and the check-in clerk put us in a 1st floor room so we could easily take the cats out. The room with a king-sized bed was too small. Great complimentary dinner and drinks, and breakfast was free. You won't regret staying here.2016-10-17"
"The hotel room was clean, and breakfast was delicious. Stay here.2016-09-21"
"The hotel was quiet, comfortable, and clean, and the front desk clerk was friendly and polite. No issues at all.2023-09-12"
"The hotel employees were nice and friendly. Book it.2020-03-20"
"Nice hotel, but the door to our room wouldn't close without using the key card, and the phone didn't work. The whirlpool was too hot, so we had to sit on the edge and just put our legs in. 2019-03-05"
"We were happy with the entire experience. Great value. The room was clean, and the AC worked well. The hotel was full, but it was quiet and relaxing. Friendly personnel. Excellent, well-stocked breakfast with plenty of choices.2017-10-05"
"The hotel was clean, the staff was friendly, and there were a lot of choices at breakfast. Great place to stay.2017-08-29"
"The front desk clerk and breakfast were the best things about this hotel. The room was OK, but the furniture was worn and dated. The hallway was smoky. We were advised to park in front to avoid a car break-in. We won't return.2016-03-29"
"This hotel was just as comfortable as more expensive places. The room was clean and had a good bed. The front desk clerks were helpful, and breakfast was nice. Stay here.2018-08-23"
"A budget-friendly hotel with fair accommodations.2018-07-19"
"Good location. The hotel was clean and comfortable. I liked having a fridge and microwave in the room.2017-06-22"
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At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
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