The Best Hotels Closest to Shawnee National Forest in for 2026

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A spacious lobby with high ceilings, multiple seating areas, and large windows allowing natural light.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a ceiling with square vents.

An outdoor patio area with a table and chairs, a red umbrella, and a brick building facade.

1. Drury Inn & Suites Marion

37.8 km from Shawnee National Forest

Heather

￥14,744

￥17,690 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped front yard.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

A golf course with a flagstick, trees, and a water hazard.

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Marion I-57

38.2 km from Shawnee National Forest

Daniel

￥15,954

￥19,142 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted artwork of a waterfall.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a lamp, a refrigerator, and a chair.

A self-service breakfast area with a microwave, cereal, juice, and coffee machine.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a framed picture, a clock, and a small kitchen area with a microwave and beverages.

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Paducah I-24 Exit 4

51.2 km from Shawnee National Forest

Jeffrey

￥10,447

￥12,292 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern interior with a wooden staircase leading to a lower level, a kitchen area with appliances, and a large window with a brick wall view.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a built-in bench, a ceiling fan, and a bathroom with a freestanding bathtub.

A brick building with large windows and a bench outside.

4. The 1857

50.8 km from Shawnee National Forest

Jessica

￥23,295

￥27,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious lobby with a circular seating area, a stone fireplace, and modern lighting fixtures.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by beige walls and large windows.

A Drury Plaza Hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a clear sky.

A spacious lobby with a curved seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

5. Drury Plaza Hotel Cape Girardeau Conference Center

88.8 km from Shawnee National Forest

Chris

￥15,685

￥17,695 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a sofa, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

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

A motel with a sign reading "Economy Inn & Suites" and a parking lot with several cars.

A compact room with a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, a television, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

6. Economy Inn & Suites

23 km from Shawnee National Forest

Stephen

￥9,847

￥10,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth lines, and a lifeguard sign.

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a covered entrance, a flagpole, and a parking lot.

A modern reception area with a seating arrangement, a reception desk, and a wall-mounted information board.

A modern breakfast area with a refrigerated display, a coffee machine, and a counter with various food items.

7. Holiday Inn Express Metropolis by IHG

42.6 km from Shawnee National Forest

Regina

￥14,275

￥15,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A Best Western hotel with a parking lot and a covered entrance.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and weight machines.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk, a coffee machine, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A self-service breakfast area with a coffee machine, refrigerated display case, and various food items.

8. Best Western Marion Hotel

36.8 km from Shawnee National Forest

Cornell

￥12,007

￥14,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a fireplace, seating area, and a staircase.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by beige and red tiled flooring, and equipped with multiple ladders and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a staircase, a fireplace, and seating areas.

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

9. Baymont by Wyndham Marion

36.8 km from Shawnee National Forest

Theresa

￥13,412

￥16,093 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, a large wall clock, and a cozy seating area.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and tables, with a high ceiling and natural light from windows.

A Country Inn & Suites building with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a welcome mat, and framed artwork on the wall.

10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Marion, IL

37.8 km from Shawnee National Forest

Lisa

￥14,131

￥16,953 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A Drury Inn hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a television, and a desk with a lamp.

11. Drury Inn Paducah

51.8 km from Shawnee National Forest

Perry

￥14,117

￥16,610 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel room with a blue sofa, an orange ottoman, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a window with curtains.

A Dear Tree Inn building with a covered entrance and a clear sky at dusk.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, an air conditioning unit, and a lamp on a nightstand.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two blue armchairs with orange cushions, a patterned side table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

12. Pear Tree Inn Cape Girardeau West

89.1 km from Shawnee National Forest

Troy

￥11,293

￥12,739 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a glass door leading to a storage room, and a decorative wall piece.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, large windows, and a view of the outside.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cape Girardeau

88.8 km from Shawnee National Forest

Carlos

￥15,867

￥17,901 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A living room with a beige sofa, a round coffee table, and a wooden cabinet with glass doors.

A brick pathway leading to a statue of two figures, surrounded by lush greenery and red-leaved trees.

A living room with a fireplace, a blue sofa, a white armchair, and a wooden ceiling.

A kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with red chairs.

14. The Respite Bed and Breakfast

50.3 km from Shawnee National Forest

Catherine

￥20,425

￥25,233 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A large, stately building with a central entrance, columns, and a balcony.

A cozy living room with a four-poster bed, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A modern house with a covered porch, stone pathway, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

15. Belle Louise Historic Guest House

50.6 km from Shawnee National Forest

Andrew

￥26,039

￥59,247 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A large hotel with a prominent sign reading "Harriss" and a decorative archway with lights.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of greenery through the window.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a sign for Bridges Dining Company.

A Harrah's Metropolis casino bar area with multiple gaming tables, a well-stocked liquor shelf, and bar stools.

16. Harrah's Metropolis Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

45.2 km from Shawnee National Forest

Jason

￥14,486

￥18,587 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A Holiday Inn Express building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a small kitchenette.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items on a counter.

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, served in metal containers.

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Paducah West by IHG

52 km from Shawnee National Forest

Pam

￥17,256

￥20,304 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A spacious lobby with marble flooring, elegant seating, and a grand staircase.

A lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a bar.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A spacious living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Cape Girardeau Downtown

84 km from Shawnee National Forest

Jacqueline

￥17,201

￥19,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern lounge area with seating options including sofas, chairs, and a hanging chair, with large windows providing a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

A modern retail area with a display of local items and snacks.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, including a sofa and chairs, and a table.

19. Tru By Hilton Cape Girardeau

89.1 km from Shawnee National Forest

Shannon

￥14,021

￥15,958 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A multi-story building with outdoor seating and a brick facade.

A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a patterned carpet, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a dining area, a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a view of the outdoors.

A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern facade, illuminated entrance, and a parking lot.

20. Holiday Inn Paducah Riverfront by IHG

50.1 km from Shawnee National Forest

Glenn

￥18,668

￥21,965 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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Compare popular hotels close to Shawnee National Forest

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Drury Inn & Suites Marion	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Marion I-57	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Super 8 by Wyndham Paducah I-24 Exit 4	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
The 1857	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Drury Plaza Hotel Cape Girardeau Conference Center	9.6 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View

Top Shawnee National Forest Hotel Reviews

Economy Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"This was a decent hotel to stay at - it’s not fancy - but I don’t need fancy - I just needed a place to sleep. The bed linens and bathrooms were clean. The mini frig was clean. I had no issues. The gentleman at the front desk was super helpful and pleasant."

Hot Tub, Stargazing, Ancient Site Nearby

10/10 Excellent

"The Apple Shack was the perfect getaway. Property is well-maintained and very clean. Communication with the host was easy, open, and helpful. The grill and kitchenette were just right. We prepared all our meals right there. The hot tub and sky views were the highlights. Definitely recommend!"

Restored 1910 Cottage Near Shawnee Forest, Lake of Egypt, Wineries, Pet Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"As advertised ! Very nice"

The Pine Ridge Home by Garden of the Gods in the Shawnee National Forest

10/10 Excellent

"Really liked the place, very relaxing and much needed getaway. Loved the hot tub! Loved the pillows on the bed and the towels were very nice as well. Overall, very pleased."

Vintage Jukebox, Pond, Dark Skies, Hot Tub

10/10 Excellent

"Six adult family members ages 23 to 71 stayed at The Roundhouse for a beautiful weekend adventure. Everyone had a fabulous time!! The grounds and house were very well cared for and Allison, our hostess, checked on us throughout our stay. Spent most of our time enjoying the amenities on the property (beautiful views, pond, fire pit, hot tub) but also appreciated the close proximity to hiking options and local eateries. Go visit…you won’t be disappointed!"

Charming cabin with AC and WiFi in the middle ofthe Shawnee National Forest.

10/10 Excellent

"For the price this is a great place. Wifi and air-conditioning in a pretty secluded location."

Standard Suite - Bungalow overlooking the River

8/10 Good

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Cabin in the middle of the ShawneeNational Forest. WiFi, ac, full kitchen.

10/10 Excellent

"Great little place, in a good location."

Cozy cabin, hot tub, high speed internet in the heart of the Shawnee

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful space. Everything you could need. Clean and bright!"

Other attractions near Shawnee National Forest

Dixon Springs State Park

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

You can take time to visit Dixon Springs State Park during your travels to Golconda. Wander the parks and riverfront while you're in the area.

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Hogg Hollow Winery

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Hogg Hollow Winery during your travels to Simpson. Wander the gardens and parks while you're in the area.

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Lake Glendale

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Glendale during your travels in Golconda. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Hitching Post Trailhead

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can take time to visit Hitching Post Trailhead during your travels to Herod. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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The Chocolate Factory

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to The Chocolate Factory during your stay in Golconda. Wander the gardens and parks while you're in the area.

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Saline County Area Museum

6.8/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Saline County Area Museum in Harrisburg. Discover the area's countryside and sunsets.

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Garden of the Gods Trailhead

9.6/10 (28 reviews)

You can take time to visit Garden of the Gods Trailhead during your travels to Equality. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shawnee National Forest?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Shawnee National Forest, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This family-friendly area is known for its major shopping area and top museums. You'll find 5 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Shawnee National Forest?

Drury Inn & Suites Marion 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 23.5 mi (37.8 km) from Shawnee National Forest. Another good choice is Economy Inn & Suites, located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) away.

How many hotels will I find near Shawnee National Forest?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Shawnee National Forest.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shawnee National Forest, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Shawnee National Forest.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Shawnee National Forest?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Shawnee National Forest, head over to our customer service page.

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1. Drury Inn & Suites Marion

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Marion I-57

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Paducah I-24 Exit 4

4. The 1857

5. Drury Plaza Hotel Cape Girardeau Conference Center

6. Economy Inn & Suites

7. Holiday Inn Express Metropolis by IHG

8. Best Western Marion Hotel

9. Baymont by Wyndham Marion

10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Marion, IL

11. Drury Inn Paducah

12. Pear Tree Inn Cape Girardeau West

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cape Girardeau

14. The Respite Bed and Breakfast

15. Belle Louise Historic Guest House

16. Harrah's Metropolis Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Paducah West by IHG

18. Courtyard by Marriott Cape Girardeau Downtown

19. Tru By Hilton Cape Girardeau

20. Holiday Inn Paducah Riverfront by IHG

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Top Shawnee National Forest Hotel Reviews

Economy Inn & Suites

Hot Tub, Stargazing, Ancient Site Nearby

Restored 1910 Cottage Near Shawnee Forest, Lake of Egypt, Wineries, Pet Friendly

The Pine Ridge Home by Garden of the Gods in the Shawnee National Forest

Vintage Jukebox, Pond, Dark Skies, Hot Tub

Charming cabin with AC and WiFi in the middle ofthe Shawnee National Forest.

Standard Suite - Bungalow overlooking the River

Cabin in the middle of the ShawneeNational Forest. WiFi, ac, full kitchen.

Cozy cabin, hot tub, high speed internet in the heart of the Shawnee

Other attractions near Shawnee National Forest

Dixon Springs State Park

Hogg Hollow Winery

Lake Glendale

Hitching Post Trailhead

The Chocolate Factory

Saline County Area Museum

Garden of the Gods Trailhead

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