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Our top choices for Giant City State Park hotels

A rustic lodge with a steeply pitched roof, a central entrance with a door, and a porch with multiple lights.

1. Makanda Inn

Makanda Inn
3.5 star property
1.4 mi from Giant City State Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (41 reviews)
"Makanda inn is a very well maintained place. The room was very comfortable, and the staff was excellent. The breakfasts were delicious."
United States
Thomas
The price is £220
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Makanda Inn
A modern spa room with a large hot tub, a glass wall with a reflective pattern, and a ceiling with a skylight.

2. Walker's Bluff Casino Resort

Walker's Bluff Casino Resort
4.5 star property
14.1 mi from Giant City State Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (544 reviews)
"A great place to stay"
United States
Ron
The price is £118
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Walker's Bluff Casino Resort
A modern restaurant with high tables and orange chairs, a bar area, and large windows with a view.

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG
2.5 star property
13.7 mi from Giant City State Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (630 reviews)
"Cleanest hotel I’ve ever been in. Hotel breakfast was clean, hot, and so good compared to other hotels. The lady at the front desk (blond hair) was SO NICE!"
United States
Brianna
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG
An outdoor patio with stone fire pit, colorful striped sofas, and blue chairs.

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale
3.0 star property
8.7 mi from Giant City State Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (600 reviews)
"Location is steps away from main drag and SIU campus."
United States
Margaret
The price is £112
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale
A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign and a 'Hampton Inn' sign.

5. Hampton Inn Carbondale

Hampton Inn Carbondale
2.5 star property
9.9 mi from Giant City State Park
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (710 reviews)
"Very clean. Helpful staff. Great hot breakfast. Definitely staying there again if I am in Carbondale."
United States
Saul
The price is £81
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hampton Inn Carbondale
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

6. Best Western Saluki Inn

Best Western Saluki Inn
2.5 star property
9.2 mi from Giant City State Park
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"We came to visit our son at SIU and really enjoyed our stay. The hotel was nice, clean, and very affordable. The breakfast was great, with lots of options. There's a bar right next to the hotel, which was nice, and a couple of restaurants nearby. The area felt safe and had a good amount of activity. Overall, a really good place to stay when visiting SIU!"
United States
Agnieszka
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Best Western Saluki Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a radiator.

7. Laketree Inn And Suites Marion

Laketree Inn And Suites Marion
2.0 star property
11.7 mi from Giant City State Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (208 reviews)
"Staff is respectful, efficient and extremely polite. Room was clean and amenities were adequate especially for the price. Will stay there again."
United States
Karen
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Laketree Inn And Suites Marion
A hotel room with a king-sized bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a separate bathroom with a bathtub and a tiled shower area.

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area

Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area
2.5 star property
10 mi from Giant City State Park
7.6 out of 10, Good, (623 reviews)
"Excellent room and very friendly service!"
United States
Bill
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area
A hotel room with a large framed picture of a tree on the wall, a neatly made bed with white bedding, and two bedside lamps.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale
2.0 star property
8.9 mi from Giant City State Park
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Reasonable price, very clean and friendly staff. Room was pretty quiet and bed comfortable."
United States
Jeff
The price is £52
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale
A building with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a tree.

10. Quality Inn Carbondale University area

Quality Inn Carbondale University area
2.5 star property
9.3 mi from Giant City State Park
5.8 out of 10, (888 reviews)
"Room was dated but clean. Bed was comfortable. We were grateful for the help we received after a botched reservation at another hotel."
United States
Alma
The price is £48
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Quality Inn Carbondale University area
A large outdoor area with a pond, several wooden cabins, and a road.

11. Pet Friendly! Couples Retreat in Southern Illinois

Pet Friendly! Couples Retreat in Southern Illinois
3.0 star property
10.3 mi from Giant City State Park
The price is £175
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Pet Friendly! Couples Retreat in Southern Illinois
A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, large windows, and a chandelier.

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG
3.0 star property
10 mi from Giant City State Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (762 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful hot breakfast! Room was very nice."
United States
Alexander
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG
A wooden cabin with a front porch, a staircase, and a door.

13. Pet Friendly! Countryside Couples Stay in Illinois

Pet Friendly! Countryside Couples Stay in Illinois
2.5 star property
10.3 mi from Giant City State Park
The price is £180
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Pet Friendly! Countryside Couples Stay in Illinois
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Giant City State Park

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A rustic lodge with a steeply pitched roof, a central entrance with a door, and a porch with multiple lights.
Makanda Inn
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
41 reviews
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A modern spa room with a large hot tub, a glass wall with a reflective pattern, and a ceiling with a skylight.
Walker's Bluff Casino Resort
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
544 reviews
View
A modern restaurant with high tables and orange chairs, a bar area, and large windows with a view.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
630 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with stone fire pit, colorful striped sofas, and blue chairs.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
600 reviews
View
A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign and a 'Hampton Inn' sign.
Hampton Inn Carbondale
2.5 star property
8.2
Very good
710 reviews
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Top Giant City State Park Hotel Reviews

Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake

Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake

10/10 Excellent
"Easy check in and check out, clean, comfy and great location."
Debora A. 2-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake

Other attractions near Giant City State Park

Arrowwood Trail Trailhead

You can take time to visit Arrowwood Trail Trailhead during your travels to Makanda. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Giant City State Park?
Giant City State Park is located in an area that travellers like for its university setting. You'll find 39 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near Giant City State Park?
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. You'll find it 8.7 mi (14 km) from Giant City State Park. Other good choices in the area include Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale and Quality Inn Carbondale University area.
How many hotels are there close to Giant City State Park?
Expedia has 39 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Giant City State Park.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Giant City State Park, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Giant City State Park.
What can I see and do near Giant City State Park?
Explore nature at Indian Creek Trail Trailhead and Campground Beach. If you have some time to wander around the area, you might stop by Blue Sky Vineyards, Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort or Owl Creek Vineyard. A visit to Makanda Boardwalk is worth the trip when you're visiting.