10 Best Motels in Carbondale: Find Cheap Motels in Carbondale, IL 2026

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Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale : Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Southern Illinois University. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Carbondale Value Inn & Suites : A 24-hour front desk along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Southern Illinois University.

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Our top choices for Carbondale motels

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds (surcharge)

1. Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

Carbondale

Jeremy

￥12,451 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

2. Motel 6 Marion, IL

Marion

James

￥11,487 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free), alarm clocks

3. Americas Best Value Inn West Frankfort

West Frankfort

Byron

￥14,139 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

4. Gray Plaza Motel

West Frankfort

Kenneth

￥12,540 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), alarm clocks

5. Country Garden & Suites

Benton

Lazarina

￥13,282 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

6. Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57

Benton

William

￥10,335 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free), rollaway beds (free)

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Marion

Marion

misty

￥12,726 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Du Quoin

Du Quoin

manny

￥15,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

9. Americas Best Value Inn Marion, IL

Marion

Savannah

￥19,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

10. Royal Inn

Mount Vernon

cheryl

￥11,454 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

11. K-River Motel & Campground

Baldwin

Joyce

￥11,488 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

12. Town House Inn Cape Giradreau

Cape Girardeau

Joshua

￥13,022 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, cribs (free)

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Okawville

Okawville

Peter

￥11,619 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

14. Sparta Motel Near St. Louis / Mississippi River IL

Sparta

Stacey

￥13,485 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

15. Briarwood Inn of Sparta

Sparta

Steve

￥13,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

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Top Carbondale Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Carbondale

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is always very nice. The room is always clean. The facilities looks good. Parking is nice. Breakfast is good."

Owl's Nest is a perfect getaway in the woods with lakes nearby. Pet friendly!

10/10 Excellent

"This place was awesome will be staying there again when we are back in the area. If you are thinking about staying in southern Illinois do not hesitate to book this place you will not be disappointed! We loved it!"

Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

8/10 Good

"The room and bed/sheets were clean. Unfortunately the air conditioner wasn’t left on so the room was really hot when we arrived. The stair well had a funny smell but the room itself was nice and did not smell. The property seems well taken care of, but you get what you pay for. The bathtub is in need of refinishing. The hair conditioner was empty. The most important thing in a hotel for me is that the room is clean and the bed is comfortable and they do offer that. For the money, I would stay again, but don’t expect anything extra."

Luxurious 2BR Creekside Deckhouse w Saltwater Hot Tub

10/10 Excellent

"Ann's house was perfect for our stay! The location was perfect, so peaceful and beautiful. Her house, from the furniture, to the artwork, to the little mermaid in the shower, was very beautiful and homey. We are already planning our next visit! Thank you Ann!"

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Carbondale Motels information

Number of reviews	4,673
Accommodation	12 Motels
Lowest Price	￥10,335
Highest Price	￥19,107

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Carbondale?

If you're not able to find a motel in Carbondale, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from more than 63 hotels and other lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.

What are motels like?

At most motels, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Carbondale?

Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale: Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Southern Illinois University. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Carbondale Value Inn & Suites: A 24-hour front desk along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Southern Illinois University.

What can I do in Carbondale?

Check out the college campus and enjoy the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area while you're sightseeing. People visiting Carbondale love its shops. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Cedar Lake, Shawnee National Forest, and Jeremy Rochman Memorial Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center, Giant City State Park, and Railroaders Memorial.

What's the weather like in Carbondale?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Carbondale to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 76°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 39°F. Average annual precipitation for Carbondale is 56 inches.

What are my options for getting around Carbondale when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Carbondale to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA), which is located 11.3 mi (18.3 km) away from the heart of the city. You can also search for flights into Cape Girardeau, MO (CGI-Cape Girardeau Municipal), which is 39.5 mi (63.5 km) away. To see more of the larger area, hop on a train at Carbondale Station.

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