Name: Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock
Address: 500 East Etna Road, Ottawa, Illinois, United States of America, Ottawa, Illinois, US
Price range: $69–$98 per night
Rating: 8.13

What guests think

At Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock, travelers consistently note very clean rooms, friendly staff, and solid value, while also pointing out dated, stained hallway carpets and a basic breakfast that lacks items like eggs or meat.

Rooms are generally comfortable with good beds and working heating or air conditioning, though several mention small bathrooms and occasional maintenance issues. Some reviews note musty or smoke odors and intermittent noise from other guests. The location is convenient to Interstate 80, shops, and the Starved Rock parks. Overall, expect a straightforward, no-frills stay focused on value.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic; several guests note there is no pool. Parking is generally available, though a few mention it can be limited.

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Karen

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Meh... Overpriced for no pool...$119 No eggs or meat for breakfast...just a waffle machine and some cereals. Holes/ cigarette burns in the blankets! Clean this place up! I won't stay here again ..

4

Joleen

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Just disappointed in the direction the property has gone since I first came here several years ago. All rooms need updating with carpet and bedding. All public spaces need updating with paint and carpet/flooring. Carts for luggage are in poor shape

10

Maricela

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything good but not enough parking

8

Neil

Feb 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice experience. Although if you are coming on a Friday evening you'll have blasting music in the parking lot from an amplifier on the back of a pick-up truck. I was told that this is an every Friday evening occurrence and that they "hang out" in the parking lot.

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stevens

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not pet friendly

8

Marla

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My room was clean and comfortable. The hotel was VERY quiet, which I very much appreciated. The exterior land and hardscaping needs updated, or at minimum, some professional care. It’s not inviting. The main entrance door is NOT handicapped accessible. It is a single door, very heavy, and not automatic. I don’t think anyone wheelchair bound could open it unassisted, and it could be a safety hazard for older adults. However, the worst thing is the hallway carpet, which is extremely worn and dirty. Had the room carpet been in the same condition, I would not have stayed. Wyndham really needs to make some investment in this property. The staff was excellent.

10

Beatrice

Mar 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Bathroom upgrade is needed, and carpet change, but that is just cosmetic. Stayed for 2 days and enjoyed my stay. Continental breakfast will get you through the morning. Everything is close by, always great parking.

10

Rose M

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very pleasant hotel to stay at very reasonably priced, friendly staff friendly service rooms are clean and kept up everyday they have free breakfast plenty of parking and is close to many stores and businesses dont have to drive very far to find what your looking for I highly recommend this Hotel it does not have a pool nor a gym but if thats what your looking for then pay a higher price at other near-by hotels that will cost you a lot more for the small amount of time you will swim or work out in a gym so if your looking for a hotel that is comfortable and relaxing and has very clean rooms this is the hotel for you.

8

Philip

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff, older, but clean, free parking, restaurants nearby.

10

Christine

Apr 17, 2025

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The woman at the front desk was pleasant and professional. We had a lovely conversation. The room was clean and rather large. Breakfast was the usual continental breakfast, adding waffles and oatmeal for hot options. I was surprised that the rate was so much lower than several comparable hotels in the area. Mist like because it’s just off the main road, and no pool. But I just needed a quick, economical room, and I was not disappointed

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Cleanliness

Rooms are frequently praised as very clean, but many note stained or worn hallway carpets, and a few report issues such as mold, musty odors, or stained bedding/tubs.

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Barbara

Sep 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Dirty and worn

8

Toni

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean sheets and room, nice amenities and the staff gave a warm greeting and farewell. The carpets could use either a good cleaning or replacement though.

10

r

Oct 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean. Facility, room and furniture all in very good shape. Very comfortable bed. Quiet. Good price. Well managed and run property.

8

Marla

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My room was clean and comfortable. The hotel was VERY quiet, which I very much appreciated. The exterior land and hardscaping needs updated, or at minimum, some professional care. It’s not inviting. The main entrance door is NOT handicapped accessible. It is a single door, very heavy, and not automatic. I don’t think anyone wheelchair bound could open it unassisted, and it could be a safety hazard for older adults. However, the worst thing is the hallway carpet, which is extremely worn and dirty. Had the room carpet been in the same condition, I would not have stayed. Wyndham really needs to make some investment in this property. The staff was excellent.

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Debra

Sep 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Carpet and furniture stains in our room and in hallways

10

Marla

Dec 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely clean room, as well as the public restroom. Very friendly staff. Only complaint is that the hallway carpet STILL needs to be replaced! It doesn’t reflect the rest of the hotel quality, and really lowers expectations until you open the room door.

10

Gavin

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was simple but really good options, especially for the price of the room. Loved the oats and waffle machine. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean but there were some stains on the quilt, the quilt was clean but the cover could be replaced.

10

Stanley

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room

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morris

Mar 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolutely will be back again! Very clean place.

4

PETE

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Black mold on top of the shower stall -- which they did clean after being notified. The carpeting throughout tho was dirty. Won't stay again.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable with good beds and effective heat/AC, but decor feels dated, bathrooms can be small, and occasional maintenance issues are noted; noise from other guests can occur.

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Linda

Jun 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The only issue I had was the toilet seat in my room was broken. I made sure to tell the staff prior to leaving so that they wouldn't put a new person in there who might get hurt.

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Marla

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My room was clean and comfortable. The hotel was VERY quiet, which I very much appreciated. The exterior land and hardscaping needs updated, or at minimum, some professional care. It’s not inviting. The main entrance door is NOT handicapped accessible. It is a single door, very heavy, and not automatic. I don’t think anyone wheelchair bound could open it unassisted, and it could be a safety hazard for older adults. However, the worst thing is the hallway carpet, which is extremely worn and dirty. Had the room carpet been in the same condition, I would not have stayed. Wyndham really needs to make some investment in this property. The staff was excellent.

6

Derek

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room has a damp smell.

8

Ray

Jun 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was small but quiet. Shower handle would some times would turn all the way on hot The breakfast bar and staff were very nice.

10

Keith

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

spacious room, comfy pillows, could use a better television but overall nice place to stay.

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Kristi

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Mostly clean, but the bathtub needed some scrubbing, beds felt fine, TV was very old and stopped working properly, the room smelled musty and felt humid. Overall it was ok.

10

Kimberly

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable bed and pillows, quietness, hot water. Will be back again

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Patrick

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

The things that I had some concerns about is that the carpeting is in need of replacing and sprucing up the parking lot. The rooms were relatively quiet, my bed was very comfortable, air conditioner worked very well, room lighting and bath components were very good. The refrigerator in the room really worked well and kept things cold. When I did interact with staff they were very cordial. I would stay there again.

8

John

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable bed and pillow.

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Janice

Aug 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Basic clean, comfortable bed but seemed dark and kind of outdated

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, helpful, and efficient, with quick check-in/out and accommodating front desk. A few reviews mention lapses like slow resolution of room issues.

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kendall

Jan 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was quick and easy. The staff member was very polite and friendly.

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Jennifer

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The check in process was convenient and easy to do. It was all completed by phone. The lady at the desk was very nice. Thank you. The hotel could benefit from an upgrade like tv, coffeemaker, & rug. Overall, I enjoyed the stay. Thank you!

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Marla

Dec 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely clean room, as well as the public restroom. Very friendly staff. Only complaint is that the hallway carpet STILL needs to be replaced! It doesn’t reflect the rest of the hotel quality, and really lowers expectations until you open the room door.

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Louis

Nov 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was actually good besides not listening first time I told them my room stunk like dope and cigarette smoke. Second room was much better. Breakfast is pretty much coffee and a small muffin if you don't want a waffle or bowl of cereal.

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Nicholas

May 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The lady that manages the front desk was really nice. She was really accommodating. No complaints about the room.

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Janet

Mar 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

As we were checking out, the staff that was cleaning had pulled mattresses out in to the hallway, and was smoking while doing their cleaning. For a non smoking place (or at least I thought it was), I found this to be so inconsiderate. Every mattress in the place was then exposed to cigarette smoke, and the hallway also had odors of trying to cover up smoke. Super disappointing.

10

Jeanette

Nov 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was so nice! Clean, comfortable room.

10

Shelley

Dec 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice stay at this Super 8 hotel. The front desk staff was super friendly.

10

Yailin

Oct 29, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Their staff was super sweet, all so very helpful :)

10

Jamie

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful staff and room.

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Location

Convenient to I-80, shops, and Starved Rock area attractions; generally quiet and felt safe.

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Richard

Mar 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable. High level of cleanliness. Friendly, helpful staff. Very good rates. Less than 5 minutes to downtown Ottawa, less than 30 minutes to Starved Rock State Park. Only a couple blocks from I-80, but no road noise in the motel room.

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Emily

May 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A great stop on our road trip. It’s nothing fancy, but it is clean and a comfortable bed! There were lots of stores and restaurants (most fast food) nearby. Price was great. And it included breakfast. Would stay here again!

10

Stefan

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

For the price it was great, the staff was nice, the room was clean and beds were great. Overall a nice area and close to all the stores you need. Also the town was cool, we will be back when we go to starved rock again.

10

Taylor

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Conveniently located next to Interstate 80. Small. Clean. Basic though so affordable!

8

John

Dec 26, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

friendly staff, good location.

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Rod

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly, helpful staff. Location is great -- close to the Interstate. Unfortunately, a tired, dated facility. The beds were great, but the small spaces for the split bathroom (toilet shower separate from sink -- no or limited vanity space made use difficult.

10

Vicky

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

If you want basic room for overnight without spending twice as much at other hotels in the area this is a good place to stay. Clean and felt safe.

10

Martha

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Decent, clean hotel close to highway and restaurants. Good value for a 1-night stay.

10

Elizabeth

May 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I booked this place for the weekend since we were planning on hiking around Starved Rock and Matthiessen Park. The place is overall nice and affordable. The staff was nice. The property was clean. Our room was good. There was a few tears in the furniture but otherwise it was clean! Also, most importantly the bathroom was very clean. It was also close to a lot of food places and a cvs. It’s a good location and it was close to the state parks.

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Lisa

Sep 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Location not the best resturants not to close

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Dining

Breakfast is very simple—mostly waffles, cereal, pastries, yogurt, and drinks—with limited variety and no hot proteins; a few found it adequate for a quick bite.

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Karen

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Meh... Overpriced for no pool...$119 No eggs or meat for breakfast...just a waffle machine and some cereals. Holes/ cigarette burns in the blankets! Clean this place up! I won't stay here again ..

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Lisa

Mar 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We always stay here when we come to Ottawa. The hotel is always clean and comfortable. We were disappointed by the breakfast this time. The options were limited and there wasn’t any fruit.

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Kathy

Jul 17, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Breakfast selections were very poor!! Only two kinds of cereal and no eggs!!!! Tiny prepackaged muffins and bagels. Compared to other hotels in this class their breakfast scores at the bottom of the list!! The front desk manager was wonderful!!

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William

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a nice stay. The coffee was a disappointment. They had a coffee machine that dispenses "instant Coffee" and not fresh brewed coffee. Even though they say they have breakfast, go to McDonalds for that instead

10

Jessica

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is a good option for the price. Everything is clean and comfortable. Breakfast is basic but has a decent options. I would stay again.

8

Kim

Jun 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast was empty when we came down at 6:45

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Dean

Apr 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The complimentary breakfast menu is extremely limited to basically waffles that you make yourself, tiny yogurt cups and a few choices of drinks. We ended up going elsewhere to get adequate nutrition

10

Carrie

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The employees were very friendly. The room, lobby, and breakfast room were very clean. The bed and shower were comfortable. There wasn’t much for breakfast though. Nice hotel for the price.

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Kathryn

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was comfortable and clean. Hallway carpet was a little dated. Close to the highway. Several places to eat nearby. Breakfast was okay. There was a variety of food available but no eggs, no toast, no peanut butter, no fruit.

10

Richard

Dec 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pleasant staff and clean room. Morning breakfast is adequate.

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Month	Average price
January	$69
February	$72
March	$67
April	$72
May	$80
June	$75
July	$78
August	$74
September	$74
October	$74
November	$69
December	$65

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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13	14	15 $81	16 $77	17 $74	18 $93	19 $98
20 $70	21 $69	22 $69	23 $70	24 $70	25 $84	26 $84
27 $74	28 $77	29 $79	30 $77

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $85	2 $85	3 $85
4 $85	5 $85	6 $85	7 $85	8 $85	9 $85	10 $85
11 $85	12 $85	13 $85	14 $85	15 $82	16 $82	17 $82
18 $82	19 $82	20 $80	21 $82	22 $82	23 $80	24 $82
25 $82	26 $82	27 $82	28 $82	29 $84	30 $82	31 $82

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds (One-Bedroom Suite)

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Efficiency, Room, 1 King Bed

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