Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, with limited spaces.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of USD 40 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee of USD 40, subject to availability.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible public areas and facilities. Step-free entrances are available.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located within a 5-minute drive of Martin Park and Discovery Depot Children's Museum, approximately 2.3 miles from Orpheum Theatre and 2.4 miles from Galesburg Railroad Museum.

Is there a swimming pool at the property?

Yes, there is an indoor pool available for guests, with access from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

One child aged 12 years or younger stays free per registered adult when occupying the parent's or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Are extra beds or cribs available at the property?

Rollaway beds are available for a fee of USD 10 per night, and must be requested in advance. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, subject to availability.

Best Western Prairie Inn in Galesburg

Average nightly price at Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$74
February	US$73
March	US$80
April	US$91
May	US$100
June	US$98
July	US$93
August	US$101
September	US$105
October	US$105
November	US$84
December	US$80

What guests think

At Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center, travelers frequently praise the friendly staff, clean rooms, and solid hot breakfast, while noting the property is older with dated decor, occasional maintenance hiccups, and a closed on-site bar/restaurant.

Guests like the large indoor pool, courtyard and patio access, and ample parking, though the pool is sometimes cold or temporarily closed and the sprawling layout and floor labeling can be confusing. Beds are generally comfortable, but some stays report hallway noise, slamming doors, or hard-to-operate showers. The location is quiet and convenient to I-74, with limited dining within walking distance; expect a value stay with dependable essentials and a few quirks.

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Facilities

Guests appreciate the large indoor pool, courtyard/patio access, and ample parking. However, the lounge/bar is closed and there are recurring issues like the pool being cold or out of order, confusing floor layout, and occasional broken locks or elevator.

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REBECCA

13 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There were ants in the room. The pool water was very cold. Breakfast was fantastic and staff were friendly and very helpful

8

Barb

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was surprisingly bigger than I thought. Very friendly and welcoming. If I get the chance, I'll certainly stay again. Your bar area was not open though and I would have liked to have a cocktail or two before or even after visiting with friends. Perhaps next time? Thank you.

8

Russell

28 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Floor number designations are very confusing. The 1st floor label on the elevator is actually the rooms with 200 #. You get on the elevator, press the 2nd floor button, and the doors open to the 3rd floor. There is no 3rd floor button in the elevator. Very confusing. I ran into another couple that was as confused as me. The desk clerk tried to explain, but it still made no sense. It would be very difficult for 1st responders

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Natalie

24 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We ended up not even staying, we checked in, and then found out the pool was broken, and we were there to have a pool party with our friends and kids. No one even mentioned to us the pool was broken, even when at check in we were talking about me. We had several very upset kids.

10

Sarah

26 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We loved the pet friendliness of this property! It was so convenient to be able to take our dogs out through the sliding door directly into the courtyard instead of through a hallway. The courtyard area was really lovely and breakfast was a nice surprise perk.

8

Penny

7 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Loved having the patio. The doors to get into the area where our room was were not working.

10

Cecilia

18 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was clean. Perry and his staff were great in the breakfast area. They kept the food hot, fresh and plentiful throughout the entire breakfast. They were available for all the guests. However, I do have a compliant. The back door lock was broken. I did not feel secure as anyone can just walk in and could potential cause a problem.

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Mark

10 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great pool area, large. Clean rooms updated, but carpet is well worn. Parking is great

8

Marcia

7 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Its a friendly hotel and the rooms are comfortable and quiet. It is nice to stay at a place where you don't really hear the highway. But its a big and confusing hotel. Not because it is a tall building, but because there are 4 wings that look pretty much alike, so you can end up wandering the halls wihtout finding your room easily. Nothing that can be done about that, except maybe better markings on the hallways and staircases, for which wing you are going to. Its a nice place, but just be aware, the layout is a little confusing.

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Lawrence

11 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very polite and attentive. Our family enjoyed the pool and patio. The dining room was very nice and the breakfast was excellent. We’d stay there again.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many note very clean rooms and public areas, while others report odors or mildew, ants or mold, dirty bathrooms, and carpets or hallways needing deeper cleaning.

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Tiffany

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room smelled Like mildew as if the carpet needed to be cleaned,built in wall blow dryer was sticky and dirty when I picked it up to dry my hair.

2

Jennifer

6 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I had booked/requested a second-floor room and ended up in the first floor room that was handicap accessible, which we do not need. It was possibly the worst room in the hotel next to the elevator and parking lot access door, with a door outside to the hallway that slammed loudly every time someone would come in and out of the corridor. The room was definitely not soundproof as we could hear people using the bathrooms in their rooms around us, the ice machine beeping, and anyone talking in the hallway We also had intense highway noise and a parking lot right outside our window. The hotel is very rundown. Our room itself had a very dirty bathroom with hair in the shower floor and a dirty ceiling. The carpet in the room was very dirty The microwave was very smelly inside and the plate was not the correct plate so it could not be used. The lightbulbs in the room were very jarring to the eye with super bright fluorescent bulbs, I asked to move rooms, but the hotel said that they could not because it had been booked through a third-party and that they were sold out. I’m not sure if this was true. All of the toiletries in the room were made with a nut oil (afghan) and one of our travelers is extremely allergic to nuts. Do better Expedia. Do better Best (WORST) Western.

10

Bethany

14 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place to stay not much in walking distance. older place but very clean.

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Kenneth

27 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We were checked into our 1st room in which we paid an extra 40 dollars to have acces to a patio. We get into the room and it immediately smells so musty. We set our things down and i look around. I immediately find ants crawling all over the bathroom. They were on the toilet , in the sink, floor and shower. My husband then goes to the front desk to notify them of this. The guy at the front desk sends us to another room. We get inside and it again smells musty . I then go to the bathroom and this time there is MOLD all over the ceiling, under the sink and around the mirror. The patio door from the inside has leaves sticks and dirt all on the inside . The patio is just a door that leads to a table with an ashtray on top. The cleanliness of this hotel isnt even on the scale. I wouldnt even rate it.Outdated and uncared for is an understatement. DISCUSTING. POOR MANAGEMENT. I laid awake all night because of how discusting I felt. I couldnt wait to LEAVE THIS PLACE. The owners/management should do everyone a favor and tear this place down.

10

Noelle

8 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean rooms and friendly staff.

4

Michelle

12 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel has a permeating smell that is not pleasant, there was hair in the shower that was not ours and the heat wasn’t working when we got here we had to shut it off while we went to dinner and it finally started getting warm. However the young lady who checked me in was very pleasant and helpful.

10

robert

14 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Helpful , friendly staff. Clean property.

10

LaTrisha

9 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean property…everything was great.

10

David

11 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean rooms and attentive staff

6

William

3 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

15 minutes delay on check-in with only one clerk, although she was efficient at it. Carpets throughout the facility need deep cleaning. HVAC system needs attention with high humidity throughout. Nice breakfast area. Wi-Fi does not allow VPN connections.

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Rooms

Rooms have comfortable beds and some offer courtyard patios, but decor is dated. Several guests mention hallway noise or slamming doors and hard-to-operate shower hardware.

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Diane

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel - convenient location right off I-74 - comfortable bed - there was a nice variety of breakfast food

2

Jennifer

6 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I had booked/requested a second-floor room and ended up in the first floor room that was handicap accessible, which we do not need. It was possibly the worst room in the hotel next to the elevator and parking lot access door, with a door outside to the hallway that slammed loudly every time someone would come in and out of the corridor. The room was definitely not soundproof as we could hear people using the bathrooms in their rooms around us, the ice machine beeping, and anyone talking in the hallway We also had intense highway noise and a parking lot right outside our window. The hotel is very rundown. Our room itself had a very dirty bathroom with hair in the shower floor and a dirty ceiling. The carpet in the room was very dirty The microwave was very smelly inside and the plate was not the correct plate so it could not be used. The lightbulbs in the room were very jarring to the eye with super bright fluorescent bulbs, I asked to move rooms, but the hotel said that they could not because it had been booked through a third-party and that they were sold out. I’m not sure if this was true. All of the toiletries in the room were made with a nut oil (afghan) and one of our travelers is extremely allergic to nuts. Do better Expedia. Do better Best (WORST) Western.

8

Adam

10 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

It seemed kind of out dated. The bathroom was really small, and tthey had made an attempt to hide some tv cables behind a makeshift wood box that was inches away from the wall just looked strange.

6

Stephanie

15 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was just ok. Some aspects were cleaner than I expected but it is very old and pictures are deceiving. It really needs an update. The bed was very firm. The staff was friendly. Probably would not stay again.

6

Deborah

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We have stayed here many times before and this time I had a few complaints. There is no fan in the bathroom and the tub was not draining properly after taking a shower. Pillows in room were very uncomfortable for your neck however the bed was comfortable. The breakfast was just ok. Eggs had a weird consistency and oder. The potatoes were very tasty. I chose this Best Western because of location. If I return for a stay I would hope for some improvements

6

Tracey

1 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Consistent loud noises and loud TVs into the early morning hours. No change in breakfast menu day to day. Cold hallways.

6

Dennis

16 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Shower faucet was difficult to pull open. Needs to be replaced or made easier to pull!

10

Sarah

26 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We loved the pet friendliness of this property! It was so convenient to be able to take our dogs out through the sliding door directly into the courtyard instead of through a hallway. The courtyard area was really lovely and breakfast was a nice surprise perk.

6

William

3 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

15 minutes delay on check-in with only one clerk, although she was efficient at it. Carpets throughout the facility need deep cleaning. HVAC system needs attention with high humidity throughout. Nice breakfast area. Wi-Fi does not allow VPN connections.

6

Linette

5 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

For the negatives; we have two little dogs. Our room was at the end. Every time the doors opened or closed, the doors slammed, where it banged and would wake everyone up, including the dogs. There is no sidewalk to the door entrance, and so you had to walk on the uneven grass/snow. For the positives; The room was clean, the shower hot and the bed very comfortable. If only parents would control their children, not lettinb them scream down the hallways, it would have been a nice getaway.

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Service

Service is widely described as friendly and helpful, including attentive breakfast staff. A minority report check-in frustrations, communication issues, strict early check-in fees, or confrontational handling of policies.

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Anna

18 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stated that we smoked in the room when we did not, charged for cleaning fee when there was no evidence of smoke in the room. Woke us up out of our sleep telling us they were going to call the police

2

Trisha

25 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very disrespectful and rude.

6

Maureen

11 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check-in was a nightmare. The rest was mostly great. The good: I traveled solo with two toddlers. It was safe, quiet and the cleaning staff was really sweet and conscientious. The breakfast was good with both hot and cold items and a good variety! The bad: I had two toddlers and the website said there was an elevator. Despite having booked months in advance and arriving at 3:30pm (check-in was 3:00pm), there were no clean rooms available on the wing where the elevator was working. The check-in gal said she'd call housekeeping to see if there were any clean rooms in the wing with the elevator but she didn't call right away and opted instead to check in two more, separate individuals without kids in tow while I circled the lobby in the stroller hoping mine would be content while she sorted out the room situation. After waiting past their patience, they began to scream and meltdown (we'd been driving all day), only for her to call and find out there were still no clean rooms and I was forced to carry all our luggage (including all the gear for toddler sleep) along with two kids, by myself up and down the stairs. I was sweating! Also, the pool was pretty cold. We swam bc the toddlers really wanted to but it took some willpower to muster through staying in the frigid water. The carbon monoxide detector wasn't working (probably battery dead). I let the front desk know. Also, I always travel with my own bc this is a huge gap in safety at hotels nationwide & globally.

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Ruth

9 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk unwelcoming, unprofessional, and certainly was more interested in training a colleague than in getting us checked in after our long day of travel. It took nearly 10 minutes and we had even prepaid. Nearest restaurant was at least a mile or 2 away and the onsite food at this conference center is only a bar with super-limited pubfare. I suggest come prepared if you must stay here at this very dated older property that appears pretty run down.

10

robert

23 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very friendly room was clean price was right one night stay just passing through will likely stay again

10

Jaide

5 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very polite, very helpful. Allowed a later check out for our convenience. 5 stars. Breakfast was wonderful. Just an all around completely smooth and thorough experience all the way around.

10

Bethany

14 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We checked in close to midnight and the front desk staff was welcoming and accommodating. All staff we encountered were friendly.

10

Cecilia

18 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was clean. Perry and his staff were great in the breakfast area. They kept the food hot, fresh and plentiful throughout the entire breakfast. They were available for all the guests. However, I do have a compliant. The back door lock was broken. I did not feel secure as anyone can just walk in and could potential cause a problem.

8

Andrea

25 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Host was very kind and helpful after a long day of traveling

6

Christina

9 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Out of all the hotels I’ve ever stayed in I have never had to pay $40 to access the room an hour early. I think maybe if I was asking for in the morning than maybe but not an hour.

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Location

Convenient to I-74 and generally quiet. Dining options are limited within walking distance.

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Diane

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel - convenient location right off I-74 - comfortable bed - there was a nice variety of breakfast food

8

Jonathan

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Decent hotel Rooms are clean Wish there was some closer restaurant options

10

Bethany

14 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place to stay not much in walking distance. older place but very clean.

10

Michael J.

1 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Place was massive. Room clean breakfast good. Perfect for overnight stay. A little off beaten path. Can’t walk to anything too far.

10

Jeffrey

26 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay in a quiet small town.

10

Charlie

11 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice, clean, safe, and quiet. Breakfast was good, staff super nice, rooms and beds were comfortable - really the best option in Galesburg.

8

Amy

13 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were very friendly and helpful. They even taught me how to pronounce the name of the road outside the motel! This motel is certainly a vintage Midcentury marvel outside, but the rooms have been updated. Our room was clean and the beds were comfortable, the room temperature just right. One safety issue: we noticed that the outside building door's lock was broken, but the interior room locks were fine. As other reviewers have noted, the shower was a bit stubborn about working, but it eventually did. There was a certain amount of highway noise; I wouldn't call it excessive, however. We heard no people or pet-noise. Breakfast featured all the usual motel standbys--make-it-yourself waffles, bagels, fruit, yogurt, and the typical meh-tasting scrambled eggs. The breakfast area used to be a restaurant, and is a quaint throwback to the 1970's, with an amusingly excellent sound system. From the motel, it's convenient to drive into Galesburg or Knoxville. We stayed here only one night while attending a family event in a nearby town.

10

Tim

25 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms were clean, and location was convenient to the interstate. Staff was friendly, and the breakfast was good. Would not hesitate to stay here again.

10

walt

27 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The location was convenient, the hotel seemed like an "upscale" hotel but was very affordable. The courtyard was inviting and quiet. Breakfast was better than most and the dining room surpassed my expectations. Room was clean and the door didn't slam shut like the doors in every hotel I've ever stayed at.

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Marcia

7 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Its a friendly hotel and the rooms are comfortable and quiet. It is nice to stay at a place where you don't really hear the highway. But its a big and confusing hotel. Not because it is a tall building, but because there are 4 wings that look pretty much alike, so you can end up wandering the halls wihtout finding your room easily. Nothing that can be done about that, except maybe better markings on the hallways and staircases, for which wing you are going to. Its a nice place, but just be aware, the layout is a little confusing.

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Dining

Breakfast is frequently praised as hot, fresh, and well stocked with a decent variety. The on-site lounge/restaurant is closed, and a few guests found breakfast limited or repetitive.

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Albert

14 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff. Clean. Nice breakfast.

8

Barb

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was surprisingly bigger than I thought. Very friendly and welcoming. If I get the chance, I'll certainly stay again. Your bar area was not open though and I would have liked to have a cocktail or two before or even after visiting with friends. Perhaps next time? Thank you.

4

Don

8 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We booked mainly for the pool because we stayed here before. Desk clerk said it was open it wasn’t. It was out of order. They wouldn’t compensate because we booked through Expedia. They said Expedia put us in a wheelchair accessible room by mistake. The restaurant was closed. Not going back or using Expedia again.

6

Cary

25 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Was average on cleanliness, hotel was very empty which made for a quiet stay, but bar/restaurant not open. Only for morning continental breakfast.

10

Natalie

30 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Breakfast was great. Rooms were clean and comfortable.

10

Lisa

15 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Best breakfast at a hotel in a long time. Great service too.

10

Cecilia

18 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was clean. Perry and his staff were great in the breakfast area. They kept the food hot, fresh and plentiful throughout the entire breakfast. They were available for all the guests. However, I do have a compliant. The back door lock was broken. I did not feel secure as anyone can just walk in and could potential cause a problem.

8

Anthony

22 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good spacious clean roons. Nice pool for the kids. The breakfast seemed ok, though i just got coffee. I was a bit surprised at how much it cost for a ranom weekend in Galesburg though.

10

Randall

16 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The former Jumer’s property is in excellent shape. The staff is friendly, very competent and engaged. The morning breakfast was excellent and plentiful. Cost very reasonable. This will be first Galesburg option moving forward.

10

Lawrence

11 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very polite and attentive. Our family enjoyed the pool and patio. The dining room was very nice and the breakfast was excellent. We’d stay there again.

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Courtyard View (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Courtyard View (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Living Room;With Sofabed)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

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