The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Decatur in Decatur - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Lake Decatur hotels

An outdoor patio with seating, a fire pit, and umbrellas.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth lines, and a lifeguard chair.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a well-lit entrance, a parking lot, and a car parked outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

1. Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

2.4 mi from Lake Decatur

Linda

£109

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel patio with outdoor seating, a water feature, and a poolside lounge area.

A lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a staircase.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

A modern kitchen with a central island, dark cabinetry, and a patterned rug.

2. Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

6 mi from Lake Decatur

Glennis

£128

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and string lights.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a parking lot, and well-maintained landscaping.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a sunbed.

3. Residence Inn Decatur Forsyth

5.8 mi from Lake Decatur

Celestine

£113

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a lifeguard chair, and a changing room area.

A hotel room with a blue armchair, a green sofa, a wooden table, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A reception area with a counter, a wooden cabinet, and a wall-mounted TV.

A kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and coffee machine. There are also bowls of fruit and a tray of pastries.

4. Fairfield Inn Forsyth Decatur

5.6 mi from Lake Decatur

Susan

£84

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for 'Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham'.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a gray sofa with red cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, and a painting on the wall.

A spacious living area with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

5. Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Decatur

2.6 mi from Lake Decatur

Melissa

£65

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a small table, and a painting of a cityscape.

A modern kitchen with a checkered floor, wooden cabinets, a microwave, toaster, and a coffee maker.

A hallway with a large poster of corn plants and the word 'Mansion' on the wall.

A Best Western hotel with a modern design, a parking lot, and a clear sky.

6. Best Western Forsyth - Decatur

5.6 mi from Lake Decatur

Heidi

£73

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a filing cabinet.

A hotel room with a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a patterned carpet.

An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, a fire pit, and a seating area with cushions.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.

7. Holiday Inn & Suites Decatur-Forsyth by IHG

5.3 mi from Lake Decatur

Printess

£134

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a parking lot in front.

8. Garner Hotel Decatur - Forsyth by IHG

5.3 mi from Lake Decatur

Katherine

£98

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and a green wall with a plant design.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A large indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by chairs and a lifebuoy.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and a television mounted on the wall.

9. Sleep Inn Decatur I-72

4 mi from Lake Decatur

"The water in the shower was nice and hot. The room was clean in general. The toilet was not properly attached to the floor, and the toilet lid was only attached on one side. One half of the toilet paper holder was gone, already ripped out of the wall. We got to breakfast about 10 minutes before it ended: no mini muffins left, only one kind of bagels to toast, just one apple in the three fruit baskets. We had stayed here in the past and it was fine, but the building is older now and we won’t be...

Mary

£76

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, wooden beams, and a high ceiling.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a Red Bull refrigerator, and a television screen.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television mounted on the wall.

10. Decatur Conference Center & Hotel

6.5 mi from Lake Decatur

Jaspal

£58

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a lamp on the desk.

A spacious hotel lobby with a modern kitchen area, comfortable seating, and a bar.

A hotel room with a sectional sofa, a desk with a lamp, a bedside table, and framed pictures on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a large Christmas tree, green armchairs, and a high ceiling with a decorative railing.

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Decatur - Forsyth

5.3 mi from Lake Decatur

Dohtay

£82

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a dining area featuring a round wooden table and chairs, a kitchenette with a coffee machine, and a television mounted on the wall.

A motel with a central entrance, multiple parking spaces, and a row of single-story buildings.

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and floral bedspreads. There are two bedside tables with lamps, and the walls are adorned with framed pictures.

A conference room with a long table, several chairs, a small desk with a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

12. FairBridge Inn Express Decatur Forsyth

5.1 mi from Lake Decatur

Payton

£64

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a geometric pattern, a mirror, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a black doormat, a clock, and a painting on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, lounge chairs, and a no diving sign.

13. Baymont by Wyndham Decatur IL North

5.4 mi from Lake Decatur

Cassie

£68

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A lobby with two grey armchairs, a glass-top coffee table, and a painting of trees on the wall.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and framed artwork on the walls.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a sofa, and a lamp.

A modern room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, a lamp, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.

14. Quality Inn Forsyth - Decatur

5.7 mi from Lake Decatur

Randi

£67

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a ceiling fan, a seating area with chairs, and a large wooden door.

A clean, well-lit kitchen area with a refrigerator, vending machines, and a coffee station.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, a desk, and a chair.

15. Americas Best Value Inn Decatur, IL

6.9 mi from Lake Decatur

Sonia

£57

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A two-story house with a front porch, a central door, and two side windows.

A room with hardwood flooring, a wooden wall, and a window.

A two-story house with a porch and a front yard.

A room with a wooden floor, white walls, a window, and a door.

16. Locust housing

2.2 mi from Lake Decatur

£612

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Decatur

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion	9.4 Exceptional 897 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Residence Inn Decatur Forsyth	9.0 Wonderful 395 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn Forsyth Decatur	8.4 Very good 528 reviews	View
Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Decatur	7.2 Good 1,001 reviews	View

Top Lake Decatur Hotel Reviews

Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice people"

Cozy lakefront A‑frame w/ hot tub & dock

10/10 Excellent

"Good time"

Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

10/10 Excellent

"Our experience was amazing from check in with Mrs. Mae to the wonderful food and and customer service Mrs. Freda provided, I enjoyed my stay. The staff throughout the entire experience was excellent! I recommend this hotel from the pool to the location."

Best Western Forsyth - Decatur

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great to make accommodations for my dog for an easy entry and out of the hotel, and an overall great experience!"

Sleep Inn Decatur I-72

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was excellent will definitely come back"

Residence Inn Decatur Forsyth

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff, comfortable bed, wonderful patio area, definitely will stay here again!"

Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing

10/10 Excellent

"Great property on the lake. Perfect place for us to visit our son and bring our pups. Very clean and nicely appointed."

FairBridge Inn Express Decatur Forsyth

8/10 Good

"Need a taller toilet the toilet is too short"

Lakefront, family/dog friendly, paddle board, kayak, views in every room

10/10 Excellent

"Great house and has everything you need. Kids loved the games."

Other attractions near Lake Decatur

Scovill Zoo

8.0/10 (55 reviews)

Birds, fish and animals, from alligators to zebras, will entertain the family at this charming zoo along the eastern shores of Lake Decatur.

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A wooden pier with benches overlooking a lake and forested hills.

Overlook Adventure Park

8.2/10 (11 reviews)

You can take time to visit Overlook Adventure Park during your travels to Decatur. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Nelson Park

8.4/10 (16 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Nelson Park, a lovely green space in Decatur. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Children's Museum of Illinois

7.6/10 (28 reviews)

You can take time to visit Children's Museum of Illinois during your travels to Decatur. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

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Decatur Public Library

Decatur Public Library is just one of the places to see in Decatur, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Transfer House

You can find out about the history of Decatur with a trip to Transfer House. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Hieronymus Mueller Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Hieronymus Mueller Museum in Decatur. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Millikin University

8.6/10 (112 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Millikin University during your travels in Decatur. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Decatur?

Lake Decatur is located in Decatur. This family-friendly area is known for its major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 9 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Lake Decatur?

Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Decatur is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Lake Decatur. Other good choices within a few miles include Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion and Locust housing.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Lake Decatur?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Lake Decatur.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Decatur, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Lake Decatur.

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Our top choices for Lake Decatur hotels

1. Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

2. Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

3. Residence Inn Decatur Forsyth

4. Fairfield Inn Forsyth Decatur

5. Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Decatur

6. Best Western Forsyth - Decatur

7. Holiday Inn & Suites Decatur-Forsyth by IHG

8. Garner Hotel Decatur - Forsyth by IHG

9. Sleep Inn Decatur I-72

10. Decatur Conference Center & Hotel

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Decatur - Forsyth

12. FairBridge Inn Express Decatur Forsyth

13. Baymont by Wyndham Decatur IL North

14. Quality Inn Forsyth - Decatur

15. Americas Best Value Inn Decatur, IL

16. Locust housing

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Top Lake Decatur Hotel Reviews

Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

Cozy lakefront A‑frame w/ hot tub & dock

Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

Best Western Forsyth - Decatur

Sleep Inn Decatur I-72

Residence Inn Decatur Forsyth

Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing

FairBridge Inn Express Decatur Forsyth

Lakefront, family/dog friendly, paddle board, kayak, views in every room

Other attractions near Lake Decatur

Scovill Zoo

Overlook Adventure Park

Nelson Park

Children's Museum of Illinois

Decatur Public Library

Transfer House

Hieronymus Mueller Museum

Millikin University

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