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

A green house with a brown roof, a blue barrel, and a white fence in the yard.

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

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

1. Locust housing

2.8 km from Nelson Park

￥117,816

￥124,861 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

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.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

2. Decatur Conference Center & Hotel

8.7 km from Nelson Park

Kayleen

￥9,557

￥10,893 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

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

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a patterned carpet, and large windows allowing natural light.

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

3. Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

4.2 km from Nelson Park

Derian

￥20,990

￥23,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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

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.

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

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

10.1 km from Nelson Park

Glennis

￥19,466

￥21,603 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a wooden table, a TV, a lamp, and a framed artwork on the wall.

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

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

5. Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Decatur

4.4 km from Nelson Park

Melissa

￥11,661

￥13,292 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

A hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a lamp, and a staircase with a green wall.

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

6. Sleep Inn Decatur I-72

8 km from Nelson Park

Amy

￥11,786

￥13,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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.

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

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

7. Residence Inn Decatur Forsyth

9.8 km from Nelson Park

Celestine

￥22,447

￥24,912 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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.

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

8. Holiday Inn & Suites Decatur-Forsyth by IHG

8.9 km from Nelson Park

Printess

￥23,752

￥27,073 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

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

A pool area with a clear view of the sea, a blue chair, and several lounge chairs.

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

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

9. Best Western Forsyth - Decatur

9.4 km from Nelson Park

Laura

￥14,379

￥15,958 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

10. Garner Hotel Decatur - Forsyth by IHG

9 km from Nelson Park

Katherine

￥17,970

￥20,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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 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 laundry room with a front-loading washer and dryer, a wooden door, and tiled flooring.

A reception area with a beige sofa, a wooden coffee table, a potted plant, and a reception desk.

11. FairBridge Inn Express Decatur Forsyth

8.7 km from Nelson Park

Awilda

￥11,719

￥13,358 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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 Comfort Inn & Suites with a parking lot and a well-maintained lawn in front.

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.

12. Comfort Inn & Suites Decatur - Forsyth

9 km from Nelson Park

Loretta

￥14,185

￥16,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a bench.

13. Baymont by Wyndham Decatur IL North

9.1 km from Nelson Park

Tim

￥10,910

￥12,437 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A hotel reception desk with a computer, a sign reading "Quality Inn by Choice Hotels", and a "Stay Here" sign.

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

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

14. Quality Inn Forsyth - Decatur

9.6 km from Nelson Park

Randi

￥12,516

￥13,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

A hotel hallway with a patterned carpet, beige walls, and a ceiling light fixture.

15. Americas Best Value Inn Decatur, IL

9.4 km from Nelson Park

Sonia

￥10,142

￥11,559 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Top Nelson Park Hotel Reviews

Decatur Conference Center & Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice big property Comfortable Rooms Staff friendly and calm"

Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

10/10 Excellent

"We truly enjoyed our stay! The staff were so nice & helpful! We will be recommending it to all of our family!"

Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

10/10 Excellent

"Nice stay"

Large waterfront home w/ boat rental available, great for family vacation.

10/10 Excellent

"Always an amazing stay! Everything you need and more! Such an amazing family get together spot!"

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

10/10 Excellent

"The Host was quick to answer my questions . The house was beautiful and clean with lots of space for everyone . The kitchen has everything you could need to cook a meal big or small. Baby stuff was on point high chair playpen kids dishes and cups . The lake is absolutely beautiful across from us was a momma and her baby bald eagles. They were so fun to watch. The paddle board and kayak was fun. Fishing with the kids was great. Great place would love to go again."

Cozy lakefront A‑frame w/ hot tub & dock

10/10 Excellent

"It was so nice, the wildlife really gets up close and personal, but overall it was excellent"

Sundrift Lakehouse - Sunsets, Kayaks+Paddleboards!

10/10 Excellent

"Bryce had great communication with us, quickly responded to our messages and so helpful too! The house was nicely furnished, had a nice kitchen and was very clean. The lakefront property was so peaceful and the sunset was beautiful! Thank you!"

Haworth Cottage 2 blks to Millikin University

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay"

Relaxing 4BR Home Perfect for Families & Work Stays

10/10 Excellent

"Our crew absolutely loved their stay! The property was comfortable, clean, and perfect for our team’s trip. Rosa's communication was truly outstanding — open, responsive, and always quick to help with anything we needed. Coordinating details was effortless, and the crew felt genuinely welcomed the entire time. They were so happy with the experience and would gladly return on future visits!"

Other attractions near Nelson Park

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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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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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 theater scene in this family-friendly area.

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Lake Decatur

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Decatur during your travels in Decatur. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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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 visit 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 studying 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)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Millikin University, during your travels in Decatur. Experience the entertainment venues and theater scene in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Nelson Park?

Nelson Park is located in Decatur. This family-friendly area is known for its major shopping area. You'll find 40 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Nelson Park?

Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Decatur is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Nelson Park. Other good options within 5 miles include Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion and Locust housing.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Nelson Park?

Expedia has 40 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Nelson Park.

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

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation'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 still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Nelson Park.

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

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Nelson Park, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Nelson Park?

Scovill Zoo, Children's Museum of Illinois, and Kirkland Fine Arts Center are some favorites close by Nelson Park. Explore nature at Lake Decatur and Rock Springs Conservation Area. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Millikin University and Transfer House.

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Our top choices for Nelson Park hotels

1. Locust housing

2. Decatur Conference Center & Hotel

3. Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

5. Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Decatur

6. Sleep Inn Decatur I-72

7. Residence Inn Decatur Forsyth

8. Holiday Inn & Suites Decatur-Forsyth by IHG

9. Best Western Forsyth - Decatur

10. Garner Hotel Decatur - Forsyth by IHG

11. FairBridge Inn Express Decatur Forsyth

12. Comfort Inn & Suites Decatur - Forsyth

13. Baymont by Wyndham Decatur IL North

14. Quality Inn Forsyth - Decatur

15. Americas Best Value Inn Decatur, IL

Top Nelson Park Hotel Reviews

Decatur Conference Center & Hotel

Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

Large waterfront home w/ boat rental available, great for family vacation.

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

Cozy lakefront A‑frame w/ hot tub & dock

Sundrift Lakehouse - Sunsets, Kayaks+Paddleboards!

Haworth Cottage 2 blks to Millikin University

Relaxing 4BR Home Perfect for Families & Work Stays

Other attractions near Nelson Park

Overlook Adventure Park

Scovill Zoo

Children's Museum of Illinois

Lake Decatur

Decatur Public Library

Transfer House

Hieronymus Mueller Museum

Millikin University

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