Southwest Illinois, IL

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Southwest Illinois

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Eastport

If you're spending some time in Eastport, Gateway Conference Center and Splash City Family Waterpark are top sights worth seeing.

Eastport
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Uptown

If you're spending some time in Uptown, Kruta Bakery and World's Largest Catsup Bottle are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown
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Alorton

Alorton is well-liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater East St. Louis area, you might plan a trip to Frank Holten State Recreation Area or National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows.

Alorton
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Mulberry Hills

While Mulberry Hills isn't home to many top sights, World's Largest Catsup Bottle and Kruta Bakery are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mulberry Hills
Drury Plaza Hotel Mt. Vernon
Drury Plaza Hotel Mt. Vernon
3 out of 5
145 North 44th Street , Mount Vernon, IL
The price is SAR 388 per night from Feb 21 to Feb 22
SAR 388
SAR 438 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Mount Vernon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,225 reviews)
"Everything"

Reviewed on 3 February 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel Mt. Vernon
Super 8 by Wyndham O'Fallon
Super 8 by Wyndham O'Fallon
2 out of 5
1100 Eastgate Dr, O'Fallon, IL
The price is SAR 188 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
SAR 188
SAR 216 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in O'Fallon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Nice property"

Reviewed on 4 February 2025

Super 8 by Wyndham O'Fallon
Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis O'Fallon, IL
Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis O'Fallon, IL
3 out of 5
1118 Central Park Drive, O'Fallon, IL
The price is SAR 388 per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
SAR 388
SAR 450 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in O'Fallon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent property, have stayed multiple times and will stay again…"

Reviewed on 3 February 2025

Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis O'Fallon, IL
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New cabin in the woods with private hot tub
New cabin in the woods with private hot tub
Cobden
Stay at this cabin in Anna. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions StarView Vineyards and King Neptune Memorial are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews)
Cozy Cabin Getaway!
"Cabin was absolutely spotless! We had everything we needed to enjoy our stay and some things we wanted to take advantage of but did not get the chance to. The hot tub was excellent and clean/well maintained! Mattresses were very comfortable on beds and location was great! Question asked was answered ..."

Reviewed on 9 January 2025

New cabin in the woods with private hot tub
Notting Hill Cottage
Notting Hill Cottage
Alto Pass
Stay at this vacation home in Alto Pass. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Peachbarn Winery and Von Jakob Winery ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (267 reviews)
cold winter weekend
"Great repeat stay for us at this property. Secluded, quiet location with a number of close outdoor activities and wineries. Communication with owners is easy and helpful. We'll stay here again for sure."

Reviewed on 21 January 2025

Notting Hill Cottage
Private Cabin with Pond on Family Farm
Private Cabin with Pond on Family Farm
Belleville
Stay at this cabin in St. Clair County. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions The Orchards ...
10/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
Family Trip
"Very nice, clean and cozy cabin. We had a great time!"

Reviewed on 22 January 2025

Private Cabin with Pond on Family Farm
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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.

Popular places to visit

Campus Lake at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL.

Southern Illinois University

4.5/5(173 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Southern Illinois University, during your trip to Carbondale. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Southern Illinois University
Monk's Mound covers almost 14 acres and rises 100 feet. A part of the larger ancient city of Cahokia that at its peak housed 10-15 thousand people.

Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Collinsville when you stop by Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. Discover the great live music in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
Ferne Clyffe Waterfall Detail Goreville IL #detail

Ferne Clyffe State Park

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Ferne Clyffe State Park, a lovely green space in Goreville.

Ferne Clyffe State Park

Scott Air Force Base

4.5/5(40 reviews)

After visiting Scott Air Force Base, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Scott Air Force Base. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Scott Air Force Base

Carlyle Lake

4.5/5(29 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Carlyle Lake during your travels in Carlyle. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the churches while you're in the area.

Carlyle Lake

O'Fallon Family Sports Park

5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at O'Fallon Family Sports Park, a lovely green space in O'Fallon. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

O'Fallon Family Sports Park