Top Motels in Carbondale in 2026

Q: What are the best motels in Carbondale?

Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale : Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Southern Illinois University. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Carbondale Value Inn & Suites : A 24-hour front desk along with freebies such as breakfast, WiFi and self-parking are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Southern Illinois University.

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

1. Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

Carbondale

Sergei

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

2. Motel 6 Marion, IL

Marion

James

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi, alarm clocks

3. Americas Best Value Inn West Frankfort

West Frankfort

Byron

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

4. Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57

Benton

William

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

5. Gray Plaza Motel

West Frankfort

Kenneth

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), alarm clocks

6. Country Garden & Suites

Benton

Lazarina

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free rollaway beds

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Marion

Marion

misty

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Du Quoin

Du Quoin

Wendy

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

9. Americas Best Value Inn Marion, IL

Marion

Savannah

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

10. Royal Inn

Mount Vernon

Dorisa

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

11. K-River Motel & Campground

Baldwin

Joyce

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Okawville

Okawville

Peter

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

13. Town House Inn Cape Giradreau

Cape Girardeau

Joshua

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

14. Sparta Motel Near St. Louis / Mississippi River IL

Sparta

Stacey

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Down duvets, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

15. Briarwood Inn of Sparta

Sparta

Steve

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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Top Carbondale Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Love the clean room and friendly staff."

Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area

8/10 Good

"I saw a lot of bad reviews about this location and I didn't experience any of them. Staff was helpful, room was clean, bed was comfy. It wasn't a five star hotel, nor does it deserve lower than 3. It's older, and worn in some areas. I'd rate between a 3 and 4. Definitely could use remodeling."

Pine Cabin #3 on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus

8/10 Good

"Enjoyed our stay. As others have mentioned, the outside perimeter could use touching up, but it's in the woods so it's not really outlandish. The only complaint we had was the key didn't work properly and turned the whole mechanism, so the door had to be unlocked from the inside, which meant we had to leave the cabin unlocked while we were out, which is not ideal. We just brought what little valuables we had with us in the car. Overall very cozy and cleaner and accommodating than most older cabins. Would stay again, and very glad recycling was included."

The Old South Comes To Carbondale with this Southern Mansion

10/10 Excellent

"We had the most amazing time here!! Our kids and grands absolutely loved all the amazing amenities, theatre room, the pool, tennis court, the lake with paddle boats and paddle boards and the new arcade topped it all off! This host has literally thought of everything!Bag games, tennis rackets for the court, beach towels and everything you would need and more inside and outside!! We enjoyed sitting/grilling on the patio, relaxing on both the front porch and balcony.. very comfortable seating and plenty for the crew we had!! Communication was very quick from beginning to end. We have already planned on coming back! 10/10!!"

5 acre Paradise-Shawnee Wine Trail, Pool, Pond, Firepit, Pet Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice property, quite, clean and the pool and deck are awesome!!! My family and I had a great relaxing time, I will definitely consider going back and recommend it if you like relaxing and swimming fun!!!"

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Carbondale Motels information

Number of reviews	2,891
Accommodation	12 Motels
Lowest Price	£48
Highest Price	£67

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Carbondale?

If you're having trouble locating a motel in Carbondale, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from more than 64 hotels and other lodging options. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.

What are motels like?

At most motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. In the US, motels boomed after World War II with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Carbondale?

Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale: Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Southern Illinois University. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Carbondale Value Inn & Suites: A 24-hour front desk along with freebies such as breakfast, WiFi and self-parking are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Southern Illinois University.

What can I do in Carbondale?

Explore the university campus and enjoy the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area while you're sightseeing. People visiting Carbondale love its shops. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Shawnee National Forest, Cedar Lake and Jeremy Rochman Memorial Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center, Giant City State Park and Railroaders Memorial.

What's the weather like in Carbondale?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Carbondale to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Carbondale is 1412 mm.

What are my options for getting around Carbondale while staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Carbondale to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA), which is located 11.3 mi (18.3 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Cape Girardeau, MO (CGI-Cape Girardeau Municipal), which is 39.5 mi (63.5 km) away. To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at Carbondale Station.

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