Southeast Illinois Kid friendly Vacations 2026

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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 ...

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 ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)

"This was a quick getaway trip. The hotel was neat clean and I felt safe. The hotel has remote rooms and the were very nice. I would stay again."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2026

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 ...

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