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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

Thomas

￥36,907

￥42,073 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

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

Karen

￥17,097

￥18,975 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, a sign for 'Restrooms', and a large chandelier.

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.

3. Walker's Bluff Casino Resort

22.6 km from Giant City State Park

Ron

￥18,418

￥20,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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 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.

A furnished living room with a sofa, a wooden table, a TV, and a desk with a computer.

4. Laketree Inn And Suites Marion

18.8 km from Giant City State Park

￥11,421

￥12,675 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio with stone fire pit, colorful striped sofas, and blue chairs.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large window, and a reception desk.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher. There is a window providing natural light and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a flag.

5. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale

14 km from Giant City State Park

Alyssa

￥16,282

￥18,721 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

An indoor swimming pool with a lifeguard chair, poolside seating, and a clear view of the outdoors.

6. Hampton Inn Carbondale

15.9 km from Giant City State Park

Geoffrey

￥14,533

￥16,710 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white chairs and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, lamp, and kitchenette.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a door leading to a hallway.

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area

16.1 km from Giant City State Park

Bill

￥12,665

￥14,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, and framed artwork on the walls.

8. Best Western Saluki Inn

14.8 km from Giant City State Park

Bryan

￥14,061

￥16,485 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A hotel with a Super 8 sign, multiple parking spaces, and a brick facade.

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.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

14.4 km from Giant City State Park

Jeff

￥10,290

￥11,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

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

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

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

10. Quality Inn Carbondale University area

14.9 km from Giant City State Park

Montreal

￥9,776

￥11,240 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 dining area with a round table and four chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a framed picture above the table.

11. University Inn of Carbondale

15.7 km from Giant City State Park

Noah

￥10,543

￥12,122 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

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

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

A golf course with a winding path and sand bunkers, surrounded by autumn-colored trees.

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

16.1 km from Giant City State Park

Monica

￥16,306

￥18,748 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A log cabin with a wooden deck, a door, and a small window.

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

A large outdoor area with a pond, several wooden cabins, and a road.

13. Pet Friendly! Couples Retreat in Southern Illinois

16.6 km from Giant City State Park

￥18,997

￥37,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a kitchen in the background.

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

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

14. Pet Friendly! Countryside Couples Stay in Illinois

16.6 km from Giant City State Park

￥19,947

￥38,257 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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Compare popular hotels close to Giant City State Park

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Makanda Inn	10.0 Exceptional 41 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 620 reviews	View
Walker's Bluff Casino Resort	9.4 Exceptional 536 reviews	View
Laketree Inn And Suites Marion	8.0 Very good 206 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale	8.8 Excellent 597 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Giant City State Park

A rustic cabin with a stone chimney, wooden deck, and a porch.

A living room with a brown leather sofa and a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white stove.

A living room with a stone fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a door with a doormat.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a stone fireplace with a TV above it, and a door with a window.

Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away!

Makanda

￥18,997

￥37,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A wooden cabin with a green door, a number '2' sign, a small porch with a wooden railing, and a wall-mounted lantern.

A living room with a plaid sofa, a wooden bench, and a window with blinds.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stone fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a window with a view.

A wooden cabin with a porch, a chimney, and a satellite dish.

3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!

Makanda

￥16,306

￥30,573 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, leading to a building with a window and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A living room with a dark-colored sofa, a wooden coffee table, a door with a window, and a view of the outside through a glass door.

A stone fireplace with a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a mantel decorated with flowers, and a bookshelf to the right.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and various kitchen items on the counter.

Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi

Makanda

￥16,306

￥30,573 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A wooden staircase leading up a rocky cliff surrounded by lush greenery.

A cabin with a porch, large windows, and a door with a small porch area.

A living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A cabin with a porch, wooden deck, and a gravel driveway.

Wooded Cabin · Hot Tub, Firepit & Giant City

Carbondale

￥47,673

￥59,974 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A cozy living room with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, and large windows.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a dishwasher.

A two-story building with a covered porch and outdoor seating area.

A wooden interior with a glass door, a metal railing, and a stone wall.

3BR Ridge Home · Hot Tub, Firepit & Valley Views

Carbondale

￥56,903

￥71,179 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Convenient, Cozy and Pet Friendly 2-bedroom home in Beautiful Makanda

Makanda

￥19,884

￥24,429 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a TV, and wooden flooring.

A wooden staircase leading up a rocky cliff surrounded by greenery.

A modern kitchen with wooden ceiling beams, large windows, and stainless steel appliances.

A spacious kitchen with wooden floors, a dining area with wooden chairs, and a fireplace.

4BR Log Cabin · Fireplace, Bar & Game Room

Makanda

￥67,959

￥84,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a stove.

Fantastic 1-bedroom Cabin in peaceful Makanda, Pet-Friendly!

Makanda

￥20,580

￥25,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Top Giant City State Park Hotel Reviews

Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

10/10 Excellent

"Clean basic room that was comfortable and quiet. Fit exactly what I needed and would stay again."

Best Western Saluki Inn

8/10 Good

"Parking was convenient and free, rooms were clean and mostly modern. The free breakfast included hot options, coffee, tea and juices which was nice. The beds are quite hard and uncomfortable to sleep in unfortunately but other than that it’s a pretty good value for the area."

Hampton Inn Carbondale

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean room. Breakfast bags to go."

Hot Tub - Minutes from Winetrail, SIU, Giant City, Cedar Lake, Shawnee Forest!

10/10 Excellent

"The house was perfect! The hot tub was outstanding! Great location for what all we wanted to see!"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"how clean and easy access to everything"

Fantastic 1-bedroom Cabin in peaceful Makanda, Pet-Friendly!

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect little place! Everything was so nice and clean. We enjoyed it with our baby and young pup! Great yard and space all around. Easy check-in, easy check-out. The bed was comfy too! Great location if you don’t want to stay in town. Highly recommend!"

* On the Wine Trail * Hot Tub * Wi-Fi *

10/10 Excellent

"Had a great time!!! It was nice to relax in the hot tub each night after full days on the wine trail. Great host!!!"

Cabin #1 w/ Private Beach 1 mi from Carbondale, IL and SIU

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice place to enjoy and relax. Tom is very friendly and easy going"

3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely flawless from beginning to end I will definitely be returning"

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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Makanda Boardwalk during your stay in 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 travelers 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 hotel to stay near Giant City State Park?

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 should I expect to find close to Giant City State Park?

Expedia has 39 hotels and other accommodations 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, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Giant City State Park.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Giant City State Park?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Giant City State Park, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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.

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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. Walker's Bluff Casino Resort

4. Laketree Inn And Suites Marion

5. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale

6. Hampton Inn Carbondale

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area

8. Best Western Saluki Inn

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

10. Quality Inn Carbondale University area

11. University Inn of Carbondale

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

13. Pet Friendly! Couples Retreat in Southern Illinois

14. Pet Friendly! Countryside Couples Stay in Illinois

Compare popular hotels close to Giant City State Park

Hotels recommended for families near Giant City State Park

Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away!

3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!

Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi

Wooded Cabin · Hot Tub, Firepit & Giant City

3BR Ridge Home · Hot Tub, Firepit & Valley Views

Convenient, Cozy and Pet Friendly 2-bedroom home in Beautiful Makanda

4BR Log Cabin · Fireplace, Bar & Game Room

Fantastic 1-bedroom Cabin in peaceful Makanda, Pet-Friendly!

Top Giant City State Park Hotel Reviews

Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

Best Western Saluki Inn

Hampton Inn Carbondale

Hot Tub - Minutes from Winetrail, SIU, Giant City, Cedar Lake, Shawnee Forest!

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG

Fantastic 1-bedroom Cabin in peaceful Makanda, Pet-Friendly!

* On the Wine Trail * Hot Tub * Wi-Fi *

Cabin #1 w/ Private Beach 1 mi from Carbondale, IL and SIU

3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!

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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