Name: Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb
Address: 1212 West Lincoln Highway, DeKalb, Illinois, United States of America, DeKalb, Illinois, US
Price range: $70–$194 per night
Rating: 7.7

What guests think

Across reviews of Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb, travelers frequently praise the friendly, accommodating staff and the convenient setting near NIU and highways, while some caution about noise from the adjacent train tracks.

Rooms are often described as spacious and comfortable, though parts of the property feel dated and a few report issues with HVAC or in-room amenities. Cleanliness feedback is generally positive but mixed, with occasional odors, stained linens, or hair in bathrooms noted. Facilities are basic, with an outdoor pool and laundry appreciated, pet-friendly policies mentioned, and no elevator. Expect a straightforward, budget stay with solid basics.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic but useful, with an outdoor pool (occasionally reported closed), on-site laundry, a gym, and pet-friendly policies; the property does not have an elevator.

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Amy

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great service. Clean room and comfortable. Dog friendly was a major perk!! Will stay there again.

10

Christie

Aug 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and easily accessible laundry facilities. Warm and welcoming front desk staff. Able to get coins for the laundry at the front desk.

10

Rhene

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Water in exercise room

10

Aaron

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved it and the swimming pool

8

Becca

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean, the front desk staff courteous, and the gym looked well stocked, even though I didn't have time to use it.

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Kristin

Sep 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

False advertising regarding pool which was closed.

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Christie

Jun 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Laundry facilities were great. Room was clean. Bathroom with separate shower/toilet. Water warmed quickly. Beds comfortable.

8

Rick

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

For the price, it was a nice place. I liked the shower. I loved the outdoor pool. The staff was very helpful. It would be nice to have bigger beds.

10

Jane

May 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Driving late and had to find a place to stop. This place was great. Clean, very comfortable, easy on and off highway, friendly staff, affordable! Our stay was brief but we were toward the back and there is a lovely courtyard with an outdoor pool.

10

Tiffany

Jul 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a nice and clean. The front desk agent was extremely nice during check in. I had a lot of things to carry and I was assigned a 2nd floor room. Since they did not have an elevator she gave a 1st floor room. For me with 2 small children ,that woked out wonderful.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms clean, but feedback is inconsistent, with reports of room or smoke odors, stained linens, hair in tubs, carpet residue, and a moldy coffee maker; one review alleged a bed bug.

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Randal L

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk staff were extremely friendly. We found cleaning rags on one of the beds and there was a lot of hair in the tub. We were concerned about the railroad that ran close to the property, but we were tired and only heard trains a couple of times through the night.

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Becca

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean, the front desk staff courteous, and the gym looked well stocked, even though I didn't have time to use it.

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Gregory

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Didn’t like the proximity to the active freight train line. Carpet seemed to have a residue on it - possibly from cleaning. Sink tap handle was loose and had to fiddle with it to change water temperature.

10

Greg

Apr 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and nice rooms inside and out.

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Milissa

May 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The outside of the property does not reflect the room and experience. Room was large and clean, beds comfy, very quiet, plenty of hot water. No complaints, I am quite happy despite the fact when I first saw the place I was a little worried. Just what we wanted and great price.

8

Jannis

Jul 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean & comfortable. A little noise from trains but not bad with AC running. Only complaint is in room coffee maker. Water reservoir was full of mold..gross! If you're not a coffee drinker it was fine.

8

ORA

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The receptionist was very professional friendly. The rooms were clean. The area was quiet.

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Yvonne

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When we walked in our room it smelled like cigarette smoke. The room was extremely hot. We lowered the heat and left for our event. When we returned it was cooler, but we ended up turning off the heat all together and it really didn't get too much colder. The unit also made weird sounds. The toilet flushing was really loud and scared my kids. There was no kleenex in the room. Overall not bad for $100 but improvements could be made. Beds were comfortable but a few small stains were found on the sheets.

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Sonia

Jul 31, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The tub was full of hair like it wasn’t cleaned.

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Michael

Mar 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I didn’t stay overnight. I left at 11 pm. I found a bed bug in the bed. The staff didn’t believe it was a bed bug but it definitely was one.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable with decent showers, but the decor is dated, train and student noise can be an issue, and some noted finicky HVAC, sticky door locks, small beds, or weak in-room appliances.

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Karissa

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff at the desk were helpful and checking in and out was fast and easy. My room was clean, quiet, and spacious. I only stayed one night, just to have a bed and a shower, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. The property looked nice and spacious as well. I think it should be advertised more clearly that the hotel is right next to some train tracks. I didn't mind them passing by, but others might not like the noise.

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Milissa

May 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The outside of the property does not reflect the room and experience. Room was large and clean, beds comfy, very quiet, plenty of hot water. No complaints, I am quite happy despite the fact when I first saw the place I was a little worried. Just what we wanted and great price.

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Matthew

Jan 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed here before that room was great that’s why I came back. This time the room is horrible stains on the wall, wall paper peeling, a/c/heater sounded like it has marbles in it. Mini fridge never got cold no microwave. When I checked in the staff was great. I’ll say something when I check out. Disappointed….

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David

Apr 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice staff but the road was noisy and it is an older property

6

Jose

Feb 20, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The train tracks are very close to the hotel and there are multiple trains passing by every night.

8

Rick

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

For the price, it was a nice place. I liked the shower. I loved the outdoor pool. The staff was very helpful. It would be nice to have bigger beds.

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nicole

Jun 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Just as other reviews have said, the room was amazingly large for the price. There was a mini fridge and a microwave which is great for a travel baseball parent. What we liked best about the room. Was the air conditioning? It actually cooled the room down to the temperature that we wanted at and kept the room cool while we were away during the day.

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Hanmei

Dec 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable bed

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Tamara

Apr 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

College student noise.

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Yvonne

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When we walked in our room it smelled like cigarette smoke. The room was extremely hot. We lowered the heat and left for our event. When we returned it was cooler, but we ended up turning off the heat all together and it really didn't get too much colder. The unit also made weird sounds. The toilet flushing was really loud and scared my kids. There was no kleenex in the room. Overall not bad for $100 but improvements could be made. Beds were comfortable but a few small stains were found on the sheets.

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Service

Service is frequently praised as friendly, helpful, and efficient, with quick check-in/out and staff resolving issues; a few guests reported rudeness or problems during check-in.

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Christie

Aug 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and easily accessible laundry facilities. Warm and welcoming front desk staff. Able to get coins for the laundry at the front desk.

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Karissa

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff at the desk were helpful and checking in and out was fast and easy. My room was clean, quiet, and spacious. I only stayed one night, just to have a bed and a shower, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. The property looked nice and spacious as well. I think it should be advertised more clearly that the hotel is right next to some train tracks. I didn't mind them passing by, but others might not like the noise.

10

Daniel

Apr 20, 2025

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Everything was great! The help the people the area! I stay here every time I go to Dekalb

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Christie

Jun 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk staff was extremely courteous and kind. She quickly worked to resolve a toilet issue and gave us a new room.

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robin

Jan 11, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Poor service checking in. Almost rude. I was given room 242. No heat in it and phone didnt work to call front desk to make staff aware. Went down to office. Told the staff at front desk. She asked " so what do you wanna do about it?) This may not be the exact woman, that worked on my paper work, upon checking in. 2 ladies , had to work together. This rude lady, was dark. I was here in Illinois... BECAUSE OF DEATH OF A FAMILY MEMBER!!!!

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Elaxus

May 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rude & untruthful staff. God got a plan for everybody though. I’ll pray the hundred dollars really helped them.

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erik

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff made the difference. They were great!

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Dean

Oct 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Ms Lynne, who was staffing the registration desk when I checked-in, was a wonderfully hospitable person. She was personally engaging and welcoming...and should be commended for her efficiency and knowledge of the area.

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Dwanna

Jun 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

So far i have had three people at this hotel maddy, Vickie, and scott they have been so nice and helpful sorry if i have their names wrong. I want to thank them for the help and great customer services

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David

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Manager is great. Desk staff was friendly and helpful.

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Location

Convenient for NIU and the stadium, with easy highway access and walkable dining, but the adjacent train tracks and occasional loitering or road noise were concerns for some.

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Karissa

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff at the desk were helpful and checking in and out was fast and easy. My room was clean, quiet, and spacious. I only stayed one night, just to have a bed and a shower, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. The property looked nice and spacious as well. I think it should be advertised more clearly that the hotel is right next to some train tracks. I didn't mind them passing by, but others might not like the noise.

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Laura

Apr 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a quick overnight stay, the room was nice. Area safe enough to walk a few blocks to get dinner (college town). Only had an issue with my door and lock (it worked but very difficult), I let them know at checkout and they emailed later that it was fixed. I would definitely go back!

10

Cynthia

Sep 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel. A few sketchy looking guys hanging around the parking lot but that was my only less than great experience.

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David

Apr 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice staff but the road was noisy and it is an older property

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Nikki

Nov 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property is old and worn looking, but the room was clean and comfortable. The outside entry for each room felt a little unsafe as there were several people loitering around on the second floor. There are train tracks right behind the property and the trains run frequently, so it’s noisy.

10

Jenny

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Red Roof in dekalb is the only place i stay when i come to visit my friend here. Always great comfort and good location in the city

10

Andrea

Dec 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel but right next to train tracks

10

Jane

May 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Driving late and had to find a place to stop. This place was great. Clean, very comfortable, easy on and off highway, friendly staff, affordable! Our stay was brief but we were toward the back and there is a lovely courtyard with an outdoor pool.

10

Sintearia

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I was very close to the event I was there for in town. The lady at the desk was a sweetheart I forget her name but it started with a L.

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Liz

Jan 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed the weekend to attend a Northern game. Nice place to stay. Friendly staff. Multiple options for food nearby and within walking distance to the husky stadium

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Month	Average price
January	$65
February	$62
March	$109
April	$63
May	$73
June	$74
July	$75
August	$81
September	$90
October	$80
November	$70
December	$68

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18	19 $104
20 $76	21 $75	22 $72	23 $70	24 $72	25 $122	26 $121
27 $70	28 $70	29 $72	30 $71

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $77	2 $144	3 $144
4 $70	5 $72	6 $70	7 $72	8 $79	9 $194	10
11 $72	12 $79	13 $99	14 $99	15 $99	16 $140	17 $144
18 $72	19 $72	20 $73	21 $73	22 $72	23 $145	24 $144
25 $70	26 $70	27 $76	28 $73	29 $70	30 $117	31 $118

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