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

A stone building with a patio area, string lights, and outdoor seating.

A cozy log cabin interior with a wooden staircase, a cushioned sofa, a small table, and a lamp.

A rustic building with a thatched roof, surrounded by dense greenery and a gravel path leading to it.

1. Makanda Inn

2.3 km from Giant City State Park

Michele

₹23,341

₹26,609 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a projector screen.

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, with clear signage indicating the type of food.

A reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted sign, and a refrigerator.

A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee press, and various coffee cups and containers.

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

22.1 km from Giant City State Park

Lauren

₹10,707

₹11,882 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign and a 'Hampton Inn' sign.

A lobby with a patterned carpet, a yellow armchair, a glass door entrance, and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar, and a sofa.

A reception area with a reception desk, a waiting area with a patterned armchair, and a reception counter with a computer and framed pictures.

3. Hampton Inn Carbondale

15.9 km from Giant City State Park

Jasmine

₹9,720

₹11,176 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern spa room with a large hot tub, a glass wall with a reflective pattern, and a ceiling with a skylight.

A casino interior with slot machines, a large chandelier, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel reception desk with a modern chandelier, a sign indicating 'SPA' coming soon, and two receptionists at their stations.

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception area with a '12 & VINE' sign, and a dining area with orange chairs and chandeliers.

4. Walker's Bluff Casino Resort

22.6 km from Giant City State Park

Kyle

₹16,015

₹17,774 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a radiator.

A building with a sign reading "Lake Tree Inn & Suites" and a picnic table in front.

A hotel room with a television on a wooden cabinet, a floor lamp, a green sofa, and a small table.

A small kitchen area with a coffee machine, a trash bin, and a potted plant.

5. Laketree Inn And Suites Marion

18.8 km from Giant City State Park

Elizabeth

₹7,341

₹8,147 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a sunshade, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, multiple tables and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A bar area with multiple stools, a bar counter, shelves of liquor bottles, and hanging pendant lights.

6. Best Western Saluki Inn

14.8 km from Giant City State Park

Bryan

₹8,693

₹10,187 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a separate bathroom with a bathtub.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mirror, and a vase with flowers.

A modern coffee shop with wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, and a seating area with red chairs.

A Comfort Inn with a two-story building, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area

16.1 km from Giant City State Park

Bill

₹8,044

₹9,249 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A room with a brown sofa, a brown armchair, a patterned carpet, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, several tables and chairs, framed pictures on the walls, and a clock.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted TV, and a large painting.

A hotel room with a microwave, refrigerator, chair, and a window with curtains.

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

14.4 km from Giant City State Park

Christian

₹6,214

₹7,144 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A building with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a tree.

A hotel lobby with leather sofas, a reception desk, an exit sign, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel dining area with tables and chairs, a buffet counter, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, and a window with curtains.

9. Quality Inn Carbondale University area

14.9 km from Giant City State Park

Montreal

₹5,903

₹6,787 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern interior with a staircase, a checkered floor, and a view through large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, two red chairs, a table, a TV, and a window with curtains.

An empty parking lot with trees and a grassy field in the background.

A hotel lobby with a check-in counter, seating area, staircase, and a chandelier.

10. University Inn of Carbondale

15.7 km from Giant City State Park

Amitabh

₹6,367

₹7,320 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a trash bin, and a dining table with placemats.

A house with a red roof, a wooden deck, and a stone fire pit in the yard.

A two-story wooden cabin with a balcony, a front door, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A gravel path leading to a lake with cabins and a sign indicating Blue Line Resort.

11. Pet Friendly! Couples Retreat in Southern Illinois

16.6 km from Giant City State Park

₹11,471

₹22,466 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, large windows, and a chandelier.

A swimming pool with water slides, sun umbrellas, and lounge chairs.

A spacious indoor area with large windows, multiple seating arrangements including tables and chairs, and a patterned sofa.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, potted plants, and a blue mat.

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

16.1 km from Giant City State Park

Monica

₹10,923

₹12,559 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A wooden cabin with a front porch, a staircase, and a door.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a table with checkered placemats.

A large body of water with wooden buildings on the shore.

A wooden deck with a picnic table and a covered seating area in a park.

13. Pet Friendly! Countryside Couples Stay in Illinois

16.6 km from Giant City State Park

₹12,045

₹23,101 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Giant City State Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Makanda Inn	10.0 Exceptional 40 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 611 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Carbondale	8.4 Very good 685 reviews	View
Walker's Bluff Casino Resort	9.4 Exceptional 527 reviews	View
Laketree Inn And Suites Marion	8.0 Very good 203 reviews	View

Top Giant City State Park Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites Marion

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was pretty good. The great thing I noticed was the real silverware, not the usual plastic. Kind of a small thing but noticed."

Walker's Bluff Casino Resort

8/10 Good

"Staff was very helpful checking me and my dog in. Was just passing by for the night was a good place to stop and recharge before continuing my journey. Would definitely visit again if life takes me in the area"

Baymont by Wyndham Marion

8/10 Good

"although not new the hotel was in good condition and the price was acceptable"

Motel 6 Marion, IL

8/10 Good

"Clean room, great location, pet friendly"

Hampton Inn Carbondale

8/10 Good

"We had a great experience, our friends however were across the hall and had a TERRIBLE mold issue/smell- it was not handled well advised they needed to reach out to Expedia… please explain why a refund can’t be issued to Expedia…. Then Expedia refund to the travelers… hmmmm"

Quality Inn Carbondale University area

10/10 Excellent

"Easy to check in good staffs"

Best Western Marion Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Easy location off the highway. Lots of food places nearby. Great staff that was welcoming. Beds were a little firm for my liking but husband loved it. Everything was clean."

Quality Inn & Suites Marion

8/10 Good

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Best Western Saluki Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great, room was very clean and breakfast was good."

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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Indian Creek Trail Trailhead

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Indian Creek Trail Trailhead during your travels to Cobden. Wander the riverfront and parks while you're in the area.

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Makanda Boardwalk

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Makanda Boardwalk during your trip to Makanda. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Makanda at Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.

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Campground Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Campground Beach during your trip to Makanda? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Blue Sky Vineyards

9.6/10 (9 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Blue Sky Vineyards during your travels to Makanda. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.

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Owl Creek Vineyard

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Owl Creek Vineyard during your travels to Cobden. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.

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StarView Vineyards

9.0/10 (31 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at StarView Vineyards during your travels to Cobden. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.

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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 38 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 38 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 Campground Beach and Indian Creek Trail Trailhead. If you have some time to wander around the area, you might stop by Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort, Blue Sky Vineyards or Owl Creek Vineyard. A visit to Makanda Boardwalk is worth the trip when you're visiting.

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Our top choices for Giant City State Park hotels

1. Makanda Inn

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

3. Hampton Inn Carbondale

4. Walker's Bluff Casino Resort

5. Laketree Inn And Suites Marion

6. Best Western Saluki Inn

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

9. Quality Inn Carbondale University area

10. University Inn of Carbondale

11. Pet Friendly! Couples Retreat in Southern Illinois

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

13. Pet Friendly! Countryside Couples Stay in Illinois

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Top Giant City State Park Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites Marion

Walker's Bluff Casino Resort

Baymont by Wyndham Marion

Motel 6 Marion, IL

Hampton Inn Carbondale

Quality Inn Carbondale University area

Best Western Marion Hotel

Quality Inn & Suites Marion

Best Western Saluki Inn

Other attractions near Giant City State Park

Arrowwood Trail Trailhead

Indian Creek Trail Trailhead

Makanda Boardwalk

Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort

Campground Beach

Blue Sky Vineyards

Owl Creek Vineyard

StarView Vineyards

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