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Top Kid friendly Southeast Illinois Hotels

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Effingham by IHG

1604 West Fayette Avenue Effingham IL

4 hours drive from Shawnee National Forest

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Effingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)

The greeter whem coming in was extremely pleasant. She smiled even thoughnshe was EXTREMELY busy. She was very considerate and offered choices of rooms, levels, etc. Bed was AMAZINGLY comfortable. Would highly recommend and would return there if i ever need to be in the area again.

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

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

100 E Front St Metropolis IL

1 hour drive from Shawnee National Forest

Stay at this hotel in Metropolis. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

Very nice welcome to the hotel

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham

1305 N Keller Dr Effingham IL

4 hours drive from Shawnee National Forest

Stay at this hotel in Effingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (686 reviews)

Always a great place to stay. Consistently good service and clean rooms.

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

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