The Best Hotels Closest to Nelson Park in Decatur for 2026

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

A two-story house with a porch and a front yard.

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

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

1. Locust housing

2.8 km from Nelson Park

￥119,788

￥126,951 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

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.

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

2. Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

4.2 km from Nelson Park

Connie L

￥19,184

￥21,866 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a dining area.

A modern kitchen with a central island, dark cabinetry, and a patterned rug.

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

3. Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

10.1 km from Nelson Park

Glennis

￥16,653

￥18,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

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

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

A hallway with a large poster of corn plants and the word 'Mansion' on the wall.

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

4. Best Western Forsyth - Decatur

9.4 km from Nelson Park

Heidi

￥13,654

￥15,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a lifeguard chair, and a changing room area.

A reception area with a counter, a wooden cabinet, and a wall-mounted TV.

A kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and coffee machine. There are also bowls of fruit and a tray of pastries.

A hotel room with a bed, a green sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

5. Fairfield Inn Forsyth Decatur

9.5 km from Nelson Park

Karen Sue

￥14,350

￥15,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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 modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, a patterned carpet, and ceiling lights.

6. Holiday Inn & Suites Decatur-Forsyth by IHG

8.9 km from Nelson Park

Printess

￥21,159

￥24,117 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

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

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a gray sofa with red cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

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

7. Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Decatur

4.4 km from Nelson Park

Kailie

￥11,857

￥13,514 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a fireplace, 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.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television mounted on the wall.

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

8. Decatur Conference Center & Hotel

8.7 km from Nelson Park

Lisa

￥12,695

￥14,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 conference room with a long table, several chairs, a small desk with a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

A motel with a central entrance, multiple parking spaces, and a row of single-story buildings.

9. FairBridge Inn Express Decatur Forsyth

8.7 km from Nelson Park

Payton

￥11,939

￥13,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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 spacious lobby with a large Christmas tree, green armchairs, and a high ceiling with a decorative railing.

A hotel room with a sectional sofa, a desk with a lamp, a bedside table, and framed pictures on the wall.

A spacious hotel lobby with a modern kitchen area, comfortable seating, and a bar.

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Decatur - Forsyth

9 km from Nelson Park

Kyra

￥14,093

￥16,063 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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.

11. Quality Inn Forsyth - Decatur

9.6 km from Nelson Park

Jason

￥12,100

￥13,428 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

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

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, lounge chairs, and a no diving sign.

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

12. Baymont by Wyndham Decatur IL North

9.1 km from Nelson Park

David W

￥12,100

￥13,792 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and a television mounted on the wall.

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

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

13. Sleep Inn Decatur I-72

8 km from Nelson Park

Amy

￥12,554

￥14,309 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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.

14. Americas Best Value Inn Decatur, IL

9.4 km from Nelson Park

Mary Anne

￥10,311

￥11,753 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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Top Nelson Park Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely wonderful staff and hotel. So clean and super comfortable."

Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean"

Haworth Cottage 2 blks to Millikin University

10/10 Excellent

"It is super cute place that is conveniently located in town. Mark left us breakfast items in the frig and that was really appreciated."

Cozy lakefront A‑frame w/ hot tub & dock

10/10 Excellent

"Had a great time in this A-Frame cabin. There were a lot of activities to do without even leaving the property like kayaking, paddle boarding or just relaxing on the hot tub. The views were amazing with beautiful sunrise views. The kids had fun with the infinity table as well. Beds and pillows were comfortable. There were a lot of cozy areas to hang out both indoors and outdoors."

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

8/10 Good

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Relaxing 4BR Home Perfect for Families & Work Stays

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful communication before and during our stay. House was super clean. Very impressed"

Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place highly recommend"

Spacious 5BedRooms House Near Millikin Univ – Perfect for Groups & Families!

10/10 Excellent

"Only a few minor issues, the host was very communicative. Great location to the college. A fun old house to stay in."

Modern 5BR Sleeps 12 Fire Pit 85" TV Decatur

10/10 Excellent

"We were in town for a funeral and wanted a place where our whole family could stay together. This location offered 5 bedrooms and a nice living room kitchen area for us to gather. The host was very proactive and responsive. It worked very well for your needs."

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 Decatur Public Library.

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Our top choices for Nelson Park hotels

1. Locust housing

2. Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

3. Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

4. Best Western Forsyth - Decatur

5. Fairfield Inn Forsyth Decatur

6. Holiday Inn & Suites Decatur-Forsyth by IHG

7. Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Decatur

8. Decatur Conference Center & Hotel

9. FairBridge Inn Express Decatur Forsyth

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Decatur - Forsyth

11. Quality Inn Forsyth - Decatur

12. Baymont by Wyndham Decatur IL North

13. Sleep Inn Decatur I-72

14. Americas Best Value Inn Decatur, IL

Top Nelson Park Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

Haworth Cottage 2 blks to Millikin University

Cozy lakefront A‑frame w/ hot tub & dock

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

Relaxing 4BR Home Perfect for Families & Work Stays

Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing

Spacious 5BedRooms House Near Millikin Univ – Perfect for Groups & Families!

Modern 5BR Sleeps 12 Fire Pit 85" TV Decatur

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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