Shawnee National Forest Hotels and Motels

Hotel and Motel Suggestions for the Shawnee Forests

If camping and cabins are not your thing, there are a variety of hotel and motel options in Southern Illinois that give you the convenience of modern day living and still offer short drives to some of the most beautiful locations in Shawnee National Forest.

hotel in Southern Illinois

We recommend a reservation if you don’t want to miss out on the best cabin rentals. The area has limited cabins in the woods, which fill quickly, especially during peak seasons like summer or hunting. Therefore, reservation ensures you have a place to stay when you arrive. Booking early also offers the best accommodation options based on your desired proximity to hiking trails, viewpoints, and other recreational activities.  So browse the top-rated hotels and motels near Shawnee Forest and book one to make your holiday more enjoyable!

Americas Best Value Inn - Cheekwood Inn

Phone: (618) 845-3700

Attractions Nearby:

  • Heron Pond (hiking – 15 miles)
  • Ferne Clyffe (Waterfall Hike – 21 miles)
  • Little Grassy Campground and Marina (fishing and boating – 25 miles)
  • StarView Vineyard (wineries and vineyards – 17 miles)
  • Walmart – Anna, IL (shopping – 13 miles)

Holiday Inn

Phone: (618) 549-2600

Attractions Nearby:

  • Pomona Natural Bridge (hiking – 12 miles)
  • Little Grand Canyon (hiking – 14 miles)
  • Little Grassy Campground and Marina (fishing and boating – 7 miles)
  • Kite Hill Vineyards (wineries and vineyards – 9 miles)
  • Walmart – Carbondale, IL (shopping – 1 mile)

Limited Inn

Phone: (618) 658-6300

Attractions Nearby:

  • Heron Pond (hiking – 4 miles)
  • Ferne Clyffe (Waterfall Hike – 9 miles)
  • Pyramid Acres Marina (fishing and boating – 14 miles)
  • Orlandini Vineyard (wineries and vineyards – 15 miles)
  • Walmart – Anna, IL (shopping – 18 miles)

Quality Inn

Phone: (618) 549-4244

Attractions Nearby:

  • Pomona Natural Bridge (hiking – 11 miles)
  • Little Grand Canyon (hiking – 12 miles)
  • Little Grassy Campground and Marina (fishing and boating – 6 miles)
  • Kite Hill Vineyards (wineries and vineyards – 7 miles)
  • Walmart – Carbondale, IL (shopping – less than a mile)

Super 8

Phone: (618) 833-1888

Attractions Nearby:

  • Pomona Natural Bridge (hiking – 14 miles)
  • Ferne Clyffe (Waterfall Hike – 14 miles)
  • Little Grassy Campground and Marina (fishing and boating – 13 miles)
  • StarView Vineyard (wineries and vineyards – 5 miles)
  • Walmart – Anna, IL (shopping – less than a mile)

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