Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area
$96
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area
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$96
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area average $70 in February, the cheapest month, and $104 in October, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $70 |
| February | $70 |
| March | $98 |
| April | $82 |
| May | $87 |
| June | $95 |
| July | $101 |
| August | $87 |
| September | $96 |
| October | $104 |
| November | $84 |
| December | $73 |
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Most expensive: October (~$104)
Cheapest: February (~$70)
About this property
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in DeKalb? This hotel has 258 square feet (24 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 53 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Location
With a stay at Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area in DeKalb, you'll be a 2-minute walk from Northern Illinois University and 12 minutes by foot from NIU Convocation Center. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Huskie Stadium and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from NIU Art Museum.
What's nearby
Northern Illinois University(0.1 miles)
NIU Convocation Center(0.6 miles)
Huskie Stadium(0.8 miles)
NIU Art Museum(1 miles)
River Heights Golf Course(1.3 miles)
Egyptian Theater(1.4 miles)
DeKalb Public Library(1.6 miles)
Ellwood House Museum(1.7 miles)
Star Worlds Arcade(2.3 miles)
Katz dog park(3 miles)
Buena Vista Golf Course(3.3 miles)
Greenwood Park(3.6 miles)
Brooks Park(3.6 miles)
P. A. Nehring Forest Preserve(3.8 miles)
Northland Shopping Plaza(3.8 miles)
Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford)(39.1 miles)
Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)(29.6 miles)
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)(63.9 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Business Center
Dry Cleaning
Housekeeping
Golf Course (nearby)
Location
1314 W Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, Illinois, United States of America
Northern Illinois University (0.1 miles)
NIU Convocation Center (0.6 miles)
Huskie Stadium (0.8 miles)
NIU Art Museum (1 miles)
River Heights Golf Course (1.3 miles)
Egyptian Theater (1.4 miles)
Room options
5
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
375 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
4
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
5
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
1
Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
375 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
5
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (Upgrade)
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 4
700 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
3
Suite, Multiple Beds
Room details
2 Queen Beds
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 6
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
5
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Bathtub)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
375 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area
6.8
Pleasant
Based on 347 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
30%
Couple
11%
Family
33%
Group
16%
Solo
8%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area, travellers describe a convenient base near NIU, but also note frequent pool closures or problems and occasional noise from nearby trains or the neighboring bar.
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At Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area, travellers describe a convenient base near NIU, but also note frequent pool closures or problems and occasional noise from nearby trains or the neighboring bar.
Many appreciate the proximity to the stadium and restaurants, plus friendly front-desk staff and generally comfortable beds. Breakfast feedback ranges from decent or tasty to limited or stale. Repeated negatives include dirty or musty rooms, stained linens, mildew, and maintenance problems with TVs, plumbing, AC, curtains, and Wi‑Fi. Expect a convenient budget stay with trade-offs in consistency.
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Facilities
Multiple reviews report the pool closed, unheated, or dirty, with some noting it is permanently closed or being converted. Other issues included broken ice/vending machines, an early-morning smoke-detector malfunction, and no paper in the business center.
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Kelly
Jun 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I booked this hotel because it has a pool and that was really important to our family. I arrived to find the pool was permanently closed. The room was clean but it smelled bad.
I booked this hotel because it has a pool and that was really important to our family. I arrived to find the pool was permanently closed. The room was clean but it smelled bad.
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cheryl
Dec 27, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The TV had NO signal. They came up to check it out but couldn't fix it. So, no TV. Tried to shower and there wasn't any hot water. We were advised to let the shower run for a long time. We did and eventually we got lukewarm water at best. The pool said it was closed for maintenance but never opened. Overall, lacking in the basics one would expect.
The TV had NO signal. They came up to check it out but couldn't fix it. So, no TV. Tried to shower and there wasn't any hot water. We were advised to let the shower run for a long time. We did and eventually we got lukewarm water at best. The pool said it was closed for maintenance but never opened. Overall, lacking in the basics one would expect.
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Carrie
Sep 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The property did not look like the pictures online. Updated, pool was filthy, cloudy, and had mold around all the edges. Rooms were small with a terrible layout. No phone on the room to even call down. Extremely disappointed for the $270 amount paid for 1 Saturday night.
The property did not look like the pictures online. Updated, pool was filthy, cloudy, and had mold around all the edges. Rooms were small with a terrible layout. No phone on the room to even call down. Extremely disappointed for the $270 amount paid for 1 Saturday night.
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Ashley
Dec 7, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
This was by far the worst hotel stay I’ve ever had in my 35 years of life. First the indoor pool that they advertised was UNHEATED and as cool as outside in December. Our bathroom was filthy I didn’t even want to shower in it. Their WI-FI didn’t work the entire time even though they advertised and provided a code. No paper in business center. And kids ran up and down each and every hallway all night long my daughter and I couldn’t sleep before a very important cheer competition. Horrible
This was by far the worst hotel stay I’ve ever had in my 35 years of life. First the indoor pool that they advertised was UNHEATED and as cool as outside in December. Our bathroom was filthy I didn’t even want to shower in it. Their WI-FI didn’t work the entire time even though they advertised and provided a code. No paper in business center. And kids ran up and down each and every hallway all night long my daughter and I couldn’t sleep before a very important cheer competition. Horrible
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Sherri
Sep 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
First off, we did not get the room that was reserved! And of course they had no other rooms. Second, we couldn’t figure out why after flushing the water tank would not fill. Look inside and there is a syringe! The light in the bathroom kept shutting off, make it awfully hard to shower. Then would turn on at night for no reason. Fold out bed had a red round stain on it which freaked my teenager daughter out. Pool was under maintenance entire stay! Overall will not stay here again. For the price paid, was NOT worth it
First off, we did not get the room that was reserved! And of course they had no other rooms. Second, we couldn’t figure out why after flushing the water tank would not fill. Look inside and there is a syringe! The light in the bathroom kept shutting off, make it awfully hard to shower. Then would turn on at night for no reason. Fold out bed had a red round stain on it which freaked my teenager daughter out. Pool was under maintenance entire stay! Overall will not stay here again. For the price paid, was NOT worth it
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Janelle
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Reason I booked there was to go swimming and it was closed due to maintenance.
Reason I booked there was to go swimming and it was closed due to maintenance.
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Nicole
Aug 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room had a smell and was extremely outdated. . I asked for an extra blanket and pillows and was told they didn’t have any. The profile on the site showed a pool but when I checked in it was closed as they are making it a conference room. This is totally false advertisement. I will not be staying at another Comfort Inn EVER!! And am now questioning Expedia for this stay option.
The room had a smell and was extremely outdated. . I asked for an extra blanket and pillows and was told they didn’t have any. The profile on the site showed a pool but when I checked in it was closed as they are making it a conference room. This is totally false advertisement. I will not be staying at another Comfort Inn EVER!! And am now questioning Expedia for this stay option.
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Sherri
May 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
They had a malfunction with smoke detectors and it went off at 6 am, and again a couple hours later (for testing purposes).
They had a malfunction with smoke detectors and it went off at 6 am, and again a couple hours later (for testing purposes).
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David
Mar 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I specifically chose this property because it had a pool. There was a premium because there was an IHSA sporting event that weekend, so prices were even higher. When I arrived, the pool was not open. This was WAY overpriced for what I got, particularly because the reason I chose it-- the pool- was not what I got and was charged for. NOT SATISIFIED.
I specifically chose this property because it had a pool. There was a premium because there was an IHSA sporting event that weekend, so prices were even higher. When I arrived, the pool was not open. This was WAY overpriced for what I got, particularly because the reason I chose it-- the pool- was not what I got and was charged for. NOT SATISIFIED.
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Sheryl
Mar 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Broken ice machine Vending machine kept money
Broken ice machine Vending machine kept money
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is inconsistent: several guests found clean rooms, but many reported musty odors, stained linens, mildew or mold, dirty carpets and bathrooms, and hallways that looked unclean.
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Antonia
Mar 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The gentleman at the front desk was very nice. The condition of the room was dirty the tub had hair in it and the comforter had yellow stains all over it. The gentleman at the front desk brung us a new comforter but it just didn't seem like housekeeping changed the bedding at all it was disgusting. The last night we were there it was a party on our floor and many people hanging out in the hallway screaming and making noise. The smell of alcohol and weed was horrible.
The gentleman at the front desk was very nice. The condition of the room was dirty the tub had hair in it and the comforter had yellow stains all over it. The gentleman at the front desk brung us a new comforter but it just didn't seem like housekeeping changed the bedding at all it was disgusting. The last night we were there it was a party on our floor and many people hanging out in the hallway screaming and making noise. The smell of alcohol and weed was horrible.
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Elise
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This was absolutely the worst experience I have ever had with a hotel. When we immediately walked in the room, we noticed that there was an issue with moisture, so we go to turn on the air and lo and behold there is mold on the curtains. There were also silverfish running across the bathroom floor. You could also tell no one had swept up the bathroom probably a month there were pieces of dirt and trash in every corner of the bathroom. It became a matter of there being health risk involved in staying in this room and I refused a refund even though there were those health concerns.
This was absolutely the worst experience I have ever had with a hotel. When we immediately walked in the room, we noticed that there was an issue with moisture, so we go to turn on the air and lo and behold there is mold on the curtains. There were also silverfish running across the bathroom floor. You could also tell no one had swept up the bathroom probably a month there were pieces of dirt and trash in every corner of the bathroom. It became a matter of there being health risk involved in staying in this room and I refused a refund even though there were those health concerns.
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Dave
Nov 9, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
hallways looked like they haven't been swept or cleaned for weeks.
hallways looked like they haven't been swept or cleaned for weeks.
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Luke
May 8, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Waited at counter several minutes before anyone heard us or even came to the counter to help us. The pool looked dirty, once we got to the 3rd floor...right off the elevator ...carpet was not only stained...just dirty...like not vacuumed. Our room was hot and found broken cookies on the floor. Breakfast was very very limited...I even heard the gentleman taking care of breakfast ask one individual if he wanted sausage. Only maybe 6 pcs of bacon put out at a time a very few eggs. The same gentleman was more worried playing his word search then keeping food items up no black coffee for a bit, i watch several other come look, complain and just leave.
Waited at counter several minutes before anyone heard us or even came to the counter to help us. The pool looked dirty, once we got to the 3rd floor...right off the elevator ...carpet was not only stained...just dirty...like not vacuumed. Our room was hot and found broken cookies on the floor. Breakfast was very very limited...I even heard the gentleman taking care of breakfast ask one individual if he wanted sausage. Only maybe 6 pcs of bacon put out at a time a very few eggs. The same gentleman was more worried playing his word search then keeping food items up no black coffee for a bit, i watch several other come look, complain and just leave.
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Eric
Nov 25, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was clean and comfortable. Good location, we will be back next time we’re in town.
Room was clean and comfortable. Good location, we will be back next time we’re in town.
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Janice
Sep 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean and quiet. Breakfast options were good. Staff was pleasant and helpful.
Room was clean and quiet. Breakfast options were good. Staff was pleasant and helpful.
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Nicole
Nov 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The entire hotel smells like skunk and it’s dirty. Not worth what they charge you
The entire hotel smells like skunk and it’s dirty. Not worth what they charge you
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Tawaun
Sep 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was overrun by fruit flies. Had odd smell, and just felt old and run down. The staff is super nice and the location is very convenient.
Room was overrun by fruit flies. Had odd smell, and just felt old and run down. The staff is super nice and the location is very convenient.
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Paula
Aug 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was dirty, and had not been cleaned since the last occupant at the advertised check-in time of 3:00. The curtain and air conditioner had mildew or mold on them. The sheets weren’t tucked in tight and had yellow stains under the pillows, making us wonder if they had been changed at all. Also, the room smelled of bug spray. We did not end up staying there, although the manager and staff were very nice anddid offer us a different room.
The room was dirty, and had not been cleaned since the last occupant at the advertised check-in time of 3:00. The curtain and air conditioner had mildew or mold on them. The sheets weren’t tucked in tight and had yellow stains under the pillows, making us wonder if they had been changed at all. Also, the room smelled of bug spray. We did not end up staying there, although the manager and staff were very nice anddid offer us a different room.
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MIKE
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
There was a large bloodstain on the sheets. I noticed the front desk and was informed the cleaning staff was gone, so he gave me a towel to cover it. I stayed 3 nights, the room was never cleaned. It’s an old musty hotel, avoid it.
There was a large bloodstain on the sheets. I noticed the front desk and was informed the cleaning staff was gone, so he gave me a towel to cover it. I stayed 3 nights, the room was never cleaned. It’s an old musty hotel, avoid it.
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Rooms
Rooms are basic and dated, with mixed comfort; some note small layouts or firm mattresses, while others found beds comfortable. Several reviews cite maintenance and noise issues (trains, bar, neighboring rooms), plus problems with AC, TV, plumbing, curtains, and Wi‑Fi.
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Rebecca
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location was ideal - that's the one thing this hotel has going for it. We attended an event on campus, and it was conveniently located across from the NIU stadium. However, we stayed on the first floor and our curtains were broken, so we were unable to close them and we spent the entire night flooded with lights from the building's exterior. The faucet's hot water didn't work, and the shower drain was missing its plug. I understand wear and tear and we didn't expect luxury. The deal breaker, though, was a safety issue. We returned from our event late at night and nobody was staffing the front desk. A man solicited my daughter and me in the lobby and we had to walk past him to reach our room. All in all this stay was an unnerving experience.
The location was ideal - that's the one thing this hotel has going for it. We attended an event on campus, and it was conveniently located across from the NIU stadium. However, we stayed on the first floor and our curtains were broken, so we were unable to close them and we spent the entire night flooded with lights from the building's exterior. The faucet's hot water didn't work, and the shower drain was missing its plug. I understand wear and tear and we didn't expect luxury. The deal breaker, though, was a safety issue. We returned from our event late at night and nobody was staffing the front desk. A man solicited my daughter and me in the lobby and we had to walk past him to reach our room. All in all this stay was an unnerving experience.
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Brent
Jun 12, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We rented four rooms for an extended family reunion. Between the four rooms, there were four different things wrong - AC not working, TV not working, missing door look hardware, broken chair. I was functional, but certainly not worth the price. Funny smells in different parts of the hotel too - especially the elevator.
We rented four rooms for an extended family reunion. Between the four rooms, there were four different things wrong - AC not working, TV not working, missing door look hardware, broken chair. I was functional, but certainly not worth the price. Funny smells in different parts of the hotel too - especially the elevator.
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Ashley
Dec 7, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
This was by far the worst hotel stay I’ve ever had in my 35 years of life. First the indoor pool that they advertised was UNHEATED and as cool as outside in December. Our bathroom was filthy I didn’t even want to shower in it. Their WI-FI didn’t work the entire time even though they advertised and provided a code. No paper in business center. And kids ran up and down each and every hallway all night long my daughter and I couldn’t sleep before a very important cheer competition. Horrible
This was by far the worst hotel stay I’ve ever had in my 35 years of life. First the indoor pool that they advertised was UNHEATED and as cool as outside in December. Our bathroom was filthy I didn’t even want to shower in it. Their WI-FI didn’t work the entire time even though they advertised and provided a code. No paper in business center. And kids ran up and down each and every hallway all night long my daughter and I couldn’t sleep before a very important cheer competition. Horrible
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Jim
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very poorly maintained. Felt dirty and shabby. My wife refused to stay there it was so distasteful. No redeeming qualities whatsoever. And in addition it was very close to the train tracks with freight trains running in rapid succession.
Very poorly maintained. Felt dirty and shabby. My wife refused to stay there it was so distasteful. No redeeming qualities whatsoever. And in addition it was very close to the train tracks with freight trains running in rapid succession.
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Katie
Oct 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed 1 night. The room was fine. The mattress was not comfortable. It was way too firm. We didn't eat breakfast.
We stayed 1 night. The room was fine. The mattress was not comfortable. It was way too firm. We didn't eat breakfast.
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Zori
Aug 13, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Room was nice enough and clean. I did check the mattresses and they were clean. The one day the breakfast was a bit lacking but other days it wag fine, i think maybe a support staff instead of the owner was there that day. That area of Dekalb is questionable and by the train tracks that go through at night hourly and very loud. I got use to it after a while. I did see a lot of trash and garbage on the outside of the building which i think would be my only area of improvement that's controllable. The hotel smelt strongly of weed in the back stairway several days and had someone lurking behind the building smoking. I know it's legal in that state but it's still awkward and smells bad. Again probably factors that's out of the control of the hotel itself.
Room was nice enough and clean. I did check the mattresses and they were clean. The one day the breakfast was a bit lacking but other days it wag fine, i think maybe a support staff instead of the owner was there that day. That area of Dekalb is questionable and by the train tracks that go through at night hourly and very loud. I got use to it after a while. I did see a lot of trash and garbage on the outside of the building which i think would be my only area of improvement that's controllable. The hotel smelt strongly of weed in the back stairway several days and had someone lurking behind the building smoking. I know it's legal in that state but it's still awkward and smells bad. Again probably factors that's out of the control of the hotel itself.
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Carolyn
Aug 5, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The room was clean but it was very small. The sink was separate from the shower & toilet. The breakfast was just ok. Not a large selection compared to other Comfort Inns that I have stayed at.
The room was clean but it was very small. The sink was separate from the shower & toilet. The breakfast was just ok. Not a large selection compared to other Comfort Inns that I have stayed at.
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Caleb
Jun 28, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Oh, where to start? Maybe with the railroad that is practically in the parking lot and shakes the whole building every other hour when a train goes by. Or with the bar right against the backside of the building with live music till midnight. Or maybe the hookers in the back parking lot As well as druggies and homeless wandering around and even some sleeping on The chairs in the lobby. Besides all of that, They also won’t do housekeeping unless you request it. The AC in the rooms Barely work as well And not to mention the water in the showers doesn’t cool down and is burning hot to the touch when it is turned all the way down. All they did was a cheap remodel, trying to make it look modern and give it a facelift when in reality it’s outdated and old. The remodel work is horribly done. So yes, needless to say we’ll never be staying here again. The only positive note was the front desk, lady that was there in the mornings till afternoon she was very sweet and tried to be helpful.
Oh, where to start? Maybe with the railroad that is practically in the parking lot and shakes the whole building every other hour when a train goes by. Or with the bar right against the backside of the building with live music till midnight. Or maybe the hookers in the back parking lot As well as druggies and homeless wandering around and even some sleeping on The chairs in the lobby. Besides all of that, They also won’t do housekeeping unless you request it. The AC in the rooms Barely work as well And not to mention the water in the showers doesn’t cool down and is burning hot to the touch when it is turned all the way down. All they did was a cheap remodel, trying to make it look modern and give it a facelift when in reality it’s outdated and old. The remodel work is horribly done. So yes, needless to say we’ll never be staying here again. The only positive note was the front desk, lady that was there in the mornings till afternoon she was very sweet and tried to be helpful.
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Cheryl
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room next to me was loud, arguing and slamming door at night. The carpet in my room, hallway and main floor needs cleaning or replacing.
The room next to me was loud, arguing and slamming door at night. The carpet in my room, hallway and main floor needs cleaning or replacing.
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rodney
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Tv didnt work properly, air conditioner rattled, room smelled musty, the 3rd flour vending machine didnt work.
Tv didnt work properly, air conditioner rattled, room smelled musty, the 3rd flour vending machine didnt work.
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Service
Service is mixed: many guests praise friendly, helpful staff, but others report long or unattended check-ins and communication issues. Housekeeping may be by request rather than automatic.
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Shawn
Dec 28, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff. It is clean and they are accommodating.
Great staff. It is clean and they are accommodating.
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Rebecca
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location was ideal - that's the one thing this hotel has going for it. We attended an event on campus, and it was conveniently located across from the NIU stadium. However, we stayed on the first floor and our curtains were broken, so we were unable to close them and we spent the entire night flooded with lights from the building's exterior. The faucet's hot water didn't work, and the shower drain was missing its plug. I understand wear and tear and we didn't expect luxury. The deal breaker, though, was a safety issue. We returned from our event late at night and nobody was staffing the front desk. A man solicited my daughter and me in the lobby and we had to walk past him to reach our room. All in all this stay was an unnerving experience.
The location was ideal - that's the one thing this hotel has going for it. We attended an event on campus, and it was conveniently located across from the NIU stadium. However, we stayed on the first floor and our curtains were broken, so we were unable to close them and we spent the entire night flooded with lights from the building's exterior. The faucet's hot water didn't work, and the shower drain was missing its plug. I understand wear and tear and we didn't expect luxury. The deal breaker, though, was a safety issue. We returned from our event late at night and nobody was staffing the front desk. A man solicited my daughter and me in the lobby and we had to walk past him to reach our room. All in all this stay was an unnerving experience.
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Elaine
May 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice front desk staff.
Very nice front desk staff.
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Linda
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Wasn’t advised that I’d have to ask them to dump my trash or clean my room on the weekend. Had to request clean towels.No safe in room. Had to sign so many disclaimers that I asked about thefts. Room was comfortable and clean at check in. Staff were pleasant.
Wasn’t advised that I’d have to ask them to dump my trash or clean my room on the weekend. Had to request clean towels.No safe in room. Had to sign so many disclaimers that I asked about thefts. Room was comfortable and clean at check in. Staff were pleasant.
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Chad
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were friendly and responsive
Staff were friendly and responsive
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Avril
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was very accommodating and helpful
The hotel was very accommodating and helpful
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Brandi
Nov 9, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Last minute reservation no one at the front desk when I arrived I had to call someone while being harassed by homeless man asking for help and walk in and out to drink water. Very dirty mop by the elevator The door to the room was open, trash in the bathroom, hair in the shower and sink.
Last minute reservation no one at the front desk when I arrived I had to call someone while being harassed by homeless man asking for help and walk in and out to drink water. Very dirty mop by the elevator The door to the room was open, trash in the bathroom, hair in the shower and sink.
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Janice
Sep 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean and quiet. Breakfast options were good. Staff was pleasant and helpful.
Room was clean and quiet. Breakfast options were good. Staff was pleasant and helpful.
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Sandra
Aug 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
They did not honor my reservation even though I called ahead to let them know I would be checking in after midnight. When I spoke to them on the phone about it, I was told it wouldn’t be a problem that I would arrive after midnight and that they would relay the message to the night staff. I got there at almost 3AM. There was no one at the front desk and it took over 40minutes to get checked in. I was then told that I missed my reservation, so I would need a new reservation altogether. After driving for 6 hours straight in the middle of the night, I was so exhausted that I had to bite the bullet and pay for a brand new reservation. I asked for a nonsmoking room, but the room I was put in smelled like cigarettes. The water in the bathtub would not go down the drain so I wasn’t really able to shower well. All in all, it was a nightmare of an experience.
They did not honor my reservation even though I called ahead to let them know I would be checking in after midnight. When I spoke to them on the phone about it, I was told it wouldn’t be a problem that I would arrive after midnight and that they would relay the message to the night staff. I got there at almost 3AM. There was no one at the front desk and it took over 40minutes to get checked in. I was then told that I missed my reservation, so I would need a new reservation altogether. After driving for 6 hours straight in the middle of the night, I was so exhausted that I had to bite the bullet and pay for a brand new reservation. I asked for a nonsmoking room, but the room I was put in smelled like cigarettes. The water in the bathtub would not go down the drain so I wasn’t really able to shower well. All in all, it was a nightmare of an experience.
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Caleb
Jun 28, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Oh, where to start? Maybe with the railroad that is practically in the parking lot and shakes the whole building every other hour when a train goes by. Or with the bar right against the backside of the building with live music till midnight. Or maybe the hookers in the back parking lot As well as druggies and homeless wandering around and even some sleeping on The chairs in the lobby. Besides all of that, They also won’t do housekeeping unless you request it. The AC in the rooms Barely work as well And not to mention the water in the showers doesn’t cool down and is burning hot to the touch when it is turned all the way down. All they did was a cheap remodel, trying to make it look modern and give it a facelift when in reality it’s outdated and old. The remodel work is horribly done. So yes, needless to say we’ll never be staying here again. The only positive note was the front desk, lady that was there in the mornings till afternoon she was very sweet and tried to be helpful.
Oh, where to start? Maybe with the railroad that is practically in the parking lot and shakes the whole building every other hour when a train goes by. Or with the bar right against the backside of the building with live music till midnight. Or maybe the hookers in the back parking lot As well as druggies and homeless wandering around and even some sleeping on The chairs in the lobby. Besides all of that, They also won’t do housekeeping unless you request it. The AC in the rooms Barely work as well And not to mention the water in the showers doesn’t cool down and is burning hot to the touch when it is turned all the way down. All they did was a cheap remodel, trying to make it look modern and give it a facelift when in reality it’s outdated and old. The remodel work is horribly done. So yes, needless to say we’ll never be staying here again. The only positive note was the front desk, lady that was there in the mornings till afternoon she was very sweet and tried to be helpful.
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Location
Convenient for NIU and near dining; some guests liked walking distance. Several mention nearby train tracks and a neighboring bar causing noise, and a few raised neighborhood or safety concerns.
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Rebecca
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location was ideal - that's the one thing this hotel has going for it. We attended an event on campus, and it was conveniently located across from the NIU stadium. However, we stayed on the first floor and our curtains were broken, so we were unable to close them and we spent the entire night flooded with lights from the building's exterior. The faucet's hot water didn't work, and the shower drain was missing its plug. I understand wear and tear and we didn't expect luxury. The deal breaker, though, was a safety issue. We returned from our event late at night and nobody was staffing the front desk. A man solicited my daughter and me in the lobby and we had to walk past him to reach our room. All in all this stay was an unnerving experience.
The location was ideal - that's the one thing this hotel has going for it. We attended an event on campus, and it was conveniently located across from the NIU stadium. However, we stayed on the first floor and our curtains were broken, so we were unable to close them and we spent the entire night flooded with lights from the building's exterior. The faucet's hot water didn't work, and the shower drain was missing its plug. I understand wear and tear and we didn't expect luxury. The deal breaker, though, was a safety issue. We returned from our event late at night and nobody was staffing the front desk. A man solicited my daughter and me in the lobby and we had to walk past him to reach our room. All in all this stay was an unnerving experience.
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Gabriel
Aug 26, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff was very friendly and helpful. There is an awesome sports bar next door with full bar and live misic. Approximately 40 steps away! Would stay here again. Thanks!
Staff was very friendly and helpful. There is an awesome sports bar next door with full bar and live misic. Approximately 40 steps away! Would stay here again. Thanks!
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Heather
Jun 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was comfortable. Great location close to the NIU campus and dining options.
Our stay was comfortable. Great location close to the NIU campus and dining options.
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Jim
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very poorly maintained. Felt dirty and shabby. My wife refused to stay there it was so distasteful. No redeeming qualities whatsoever. And in addition it was very close to the train tracks with freight trains running in rapid succession.
Very poorly maintained. Felt dirty and shabby. My wife refused to stay there it was so distasteful. No redeeming qualities whatsoever. And in addition it was very close to the train tracks with freight trains running in rapid succession.
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Eric
Nov 25, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was clean and comfortable. Good location, we will be back next time we’re in town.
Room was clean and comfortable. Good location, we will be back next time we’re in town.
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Kurt
Aug 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel near the university.
Nice hotel near the university.
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Mary
May 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
When every other hotel gouged their rates for the graduation in town, they stayed decent on their rate. Always a reliable location to stay when we visit family. Close to everything. Even with the trains behind the hotel it’s quiet.
When every other hotel gouged their rates for the graduation in town, they stayed decent on their rate. Always a reliable location to stay when we visit family. Close to everything. Even with the trains behind the hotel it’s quiet.
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Zori
Aug 13, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Room was nice enough and clean. I did check the mattresses and they were clean. The one day the breakfast was a bit lacking but other days it wag fine, i think maybe a support staff instead of the owner was there that day. That area of Dekalb is questionable and by the train tracks that go through at night hourly and very loud. I got use to it after a while. I did see a lot of trash and garbage on the outside of the building which i think would be my only area of improvement that's controllable. The hotel smelt strongly of weed in the back stairway several days and had someone lurking behind the building smoking. I know it's legal in that state but it's still awkward and smells bad. Again probably factors that's out of the control of the hotel itself.
Room was nice enough and clean. I did check the mattresses and they were clean. The one day the breakfast was a bit lacking but other days it wag fine, i think maybe a support staff instead of the owner was there that day. That area of Dekalb is questionable and by the train tracks that go through at night hourly and very loud. I got use to it after a while. I did see a lot of trash and garbage on the outside of the building which i think would be my only area of improvement that's controllable. The hotel smelt strongly of weed in the back stairway several days and had someone lurking behind the building smoking. I know it's legal in that state but it's still awkward and smells bad. Again probably factors that's out of the control of the hotel itself.
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Dameon
Apr 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Walkable to shopping and dining options in area.
Walkable to shopping and dining options in area.
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SHANNON
Jun 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was easy. Staff was friendly. Breakfast did not have many options. Juice machine had 3 options but it only had OJ. Very convenient location by the university and many restaurants.
Check in was easy. Staff was friendly. Breakfast did not have many options. Juice machine had 3 options but it only had OJ. Very convenient location by the university and many restaurants.
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Dining
Breakfast is inconsistent, ranging from decent or tasty with adequate options to limited, stale, or poorly replenished.
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Kevin
Apr 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The front desk staff were not very personable and the breakfast was dry, stale, and old. Other than that, the stay was nice.
The front desk staff were not very personable and the breakfast was dry, stale, and old. Other than that, the stay was nice.
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Peter
Feb 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice stay ,close to great bar/ restsurant.nice breakfast.
Nice stay ,close to great bar/ restsurant.nice breakfast.
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Luke
May 8, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Waited at counter several minutes before anyone heard us or even came to the counter to help us. The pool looked dirty, once we got to the 3rd floor...right off the elevator ...carpet was not only stained...just dirty...like not vacuumed. Our room was hot and found broken cookies on the floor. Breakfast was very very limited...I even heard the gentleman taking care of breakfast ask one individual if he wanted sausage. Only maybe 6 pcs of bacon put out at a time a very few eggs. The same gentleman was more worried playing his word search then keeping food items up no black coffee for a bit, i watch several other come look, complain and just leave.
Waited at counter several minutes before anyone heard us or even came to the counter to help us. The pool looked dirty, once we got to the 3rd floor...right off the elevator ...carpet was not only stained...just dirty...like not vacuumed. Our room was hot and found broken cookies on the floor. Breakfast was very very limited...I even heard the gentleman taking care of breakfast ask one individual if he wanted sausage. Only maybe 6 pcs of bacon put out at a time a very few eggs. The same gentleman was more worried playing his word search then keeping food items up no black coffee for a bit, i watch several other come look, complain and just leave.
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andrew
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast was decent Room was clean. Very close to niu stadium Staff could have been friendlier at front desk
Breakfast was decent Room was clean. Very close to niu stadium Staff could have been friendlier at front desk
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Sandra
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
For the price it was ok. Beds were clean. However we checked in with 4 adults 1 child in a suite with 3 beds, 2 had linens, there was only 2 towels. Luckily we had beach towels and extra blankets for the child. Front desk was very friendly and breakfast was on par with other hotels. 1 night we could be ok.
For the price it was ok. Beds were clean. However we checked in with 4 adults 1 child in a suite with 3 beds, 2 had linens, there was only 2 towels. Luckily we had beach towels and extra blankets for the child. Front desk was very friendly and breakfast was on par with other hotels. 1 night we could be ok.
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Rachele
Apr 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We’re affordable, clean, tasty breakfast. Just wish they had potatoes.🤗 front desk staff very kind.
We’re affordable, clean, tasty breakfast. Just wish they had potatoes.🤗 front desk staff very kind.
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Janice
Sep 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean and quiet. Breakfast options were good. Staff was pleasant and helpful.
Room was clean and quiet. Breakfast options were good. Staff was pleasant and helpful.
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Len and Loretta
Feb 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The motel I general was clean and comfortable but the breakfast was not good. Probably the worst I have experienced.
The motel I general was clean and comfortable but the breakfast was not good. Probably the worst I have experienced.
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Carolyn
Aug 5, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The room was clean but it was very small. The sink was separate from the shower & toilet. The breakfast was just ok. Not a large selection compared to other Comfort Inns that I have stayed at.
The room was clean but it was very small. The sink was separate from the shower & toilet. The breakfast was just ok. Not a large selection compared to other Comfort Inns that I have stayed at.
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SHANNON
Jun 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was easy. Staff was friendly. Breakfast did not have many options. Juice machine had 3 options but it only had OJ. Very convenient location by the university and many restaurants.
Check in was easy. Staff was friendly. Breakfast did not have many options. Juice machine had 3 options but it only had OJ. Very convenient location by the university and many restaurants.
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Guy
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 4 nights
Nobody works at the front desk
Nobody works at the front desk
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Shervone
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
All I can say is nasty I walked in and right back out within 3 mins
All I can say is nasty I walked in and right back out within 3 mins
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Joe
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Smelly room, no plug in bathtub drain, limited breakfast, not enough parking, full smelly dumpster.
Smelly room, no plug in bathtub drain, limited breakfast, not enough parking, full smelly dumpster.
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Kristi
last month
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Stayed 1 night
The parking lot was under construction so there weren’t enough parking spots, the carpet was damp in more than one room and the building is run down overall.
The parking lot was under construction so there weren’t enough parking spots, the carpet was damp in more than one room and the building is run down overall.
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Amber
Jul 4, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Bed are very hard. Lots of after hours noise
Bed are very hard. Lots of after hours noise
Property Policies
Check-in
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From 16:00 to 12:00
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FAQs about Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Does the property allow pets?
Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of USD 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms. Specific details about bathrooms and pool access features are not provided.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located just a 2-minute walk from Northern Illinois University and 12 minutes by foot from NIU Convocation Center. It is also 0.8 miles from Huskie Stadium and 1.2 miles from NIU Art Museum.
Is there a swimming pool at the property?
The property has a swimming pool, but it will be unavailable from May 1, 2026, to May 9, 2026, due to renovations.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not specify whether cribs or extra beds are available. Guests are encouraged to contact the property directly for specific requests regarding additional sleeping arrangements.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Breakage deposit: USD 250 per stay
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Business Center
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