Name: RiverBank Lodge
Address: 522 South 6th Street, Petersburg, Illinois, United States of America, Petersburg, Illinois, US
Price range: $83–$125 per night
Rating: 8.95

What guests think

At RiverBank Lodge, travelers highlight friendly staff, clean spaces, and a cozy rustic vibe, while noting that economy rooms can be small with limited storage or amenities, and that temperature control and noise insulation vary between rooms.

Many guests enjoy river views, a quiet setting near New Salem and downtown, and a popular on-site bar serving pizza and late-night food. Breakfast is simple continental fare, and some find parts of the property a bit dated. Overall, expect a friendly, modest stay with trade-offs by room type.

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Facilities

The on-site bar/lounge is a consistent highlight and convenient hangout, with good pizza and late hours.

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Denise

Nov 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable bed. The small restaurant/bar is cozy and welcoming.

10

WENDY

Mar 15, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Enjoyed our stay. Would book again. Loved the bar food and the hours they stay open.

10

scott

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place is awesome! Plan to dine & drink at the hotel bar (all the locals do!). Cute place, and love the rustic theme, throughout the premises. Maggie rocks!!!

8

Dennis

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice place out of the way when visiting Springfield. The economy room has no dresser or a table to work on but the common area just off the room was doable. The lounge was nice and the limited menu was very good

10

Tony

Feb 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very quiet and clean woukd be how I woukd describe this hotel. The staff were very customer friendly and attentive. The bar onsite was managed by staff that know customer service and how to treat a guest.

10

Susan

Aug 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed here several times ! Very clean . Love the bar and grill !

8

Gerald

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Well stocked bar and very good food.

10

Ericka

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I had a great time. The room was amazing. The view was great. The people that worked there, it was the best part about it.All they make you feel like you're at home. They have a full bar and restaurant. They do have a gaming room if that is your thing. Close to a Dollar General, so if you forgot anything right there. If you would like to eat out, there are restaurants, close and a corner.Cafe that has an amazing breakfast

8

Christine

May 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great property with a comfortable bed and our room had a beautiful view of the river. Quiet, good TV, excellent water pressure in shower, everything clean. It could use a few extra amenities such as a set of drawers or a clothes closet with hangers to put clothes in, or a suitcase bench. The bar, which stays open until 1 am is great addition especially when everything else around the lodge is closed, and has delicious pizza and great and friendly bartenders.

10

Kathy

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms were clean, staff very friendly and they have great pizza in the bar. Outside exterior needs a GOOD cleaning.

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently describe rooms and common areas as very clean. A few guests reported stained or dirty linens or exterior upkeep needs.

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Susan

Nov 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean. Staff was accommodating and very friendly.

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Heidi

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Filthy linens.

8

Genese

Feb 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel has a great staff, but the first night, I had a comforter with stains on it.

10

Leslie

Nov 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Always clean rooms, quiet surroundings

10

Roseann

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sparkling clean hotel, including them room, lobby and lounge. The decor is unique to the historic area. It’s a great place to stay.

10

TAnya

Feb 27, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Great staff and rooms are clean and comfortable.

10

John

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Riverbank Lodge was very clean and the people everywhere are very friendly.

10

Scott

Nov 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was clean and very quiet.

10

Douglas

Oct 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

clean room

10

Kathy

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms were clean, staff very friendly and they have great pizza in the bar. Outside exterior needs a GOOD cleaning.

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Rooms

Economy rooms are often small with minimal storage and few in-room amenities, while others are spacious, and many guests enjoy comfortable beds and river views. Some report thin walls and centrally controlled temperatures that run too hot or cold.

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Rebecca

Oct 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was small and chilly, but the front desk staff was super helpful and accommodating. It is nice for an overnight stay!

8

Mina

Nov 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very cute “lodge” theme decor. Super friendly staff. Loved the small bar area with great pub food and local diners. Rm 106 was adequate in size but only we carried just one small bag. No closet or drawers for storage. Bathroom big enough for one person. No shelf space. Nice river view from room.

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Susan

Mar 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The lodge was clean and the staff was great. The hotel is very dated and tired. Carpet in the room was old as was the bedding. We could hear the people in the room next door talking. Our room was in the basement so no outside windows. Only a window into the inside hallway that was lit all night.

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Adrienne

May 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The air conditioning was controlled by the staff downstairs and it was miserably hot in our room.

8

Amanda

Jul 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed 2 nights in a double Queen. The room was very spacious and the price was really good. We got a rollaway bed as well. The beds were rather uncomfortable and I ended up sleeping on the rollaway the second night and let the kids have the beds. That was my only issue with our stay. Staff were very nice and helpful. The continental breakfast wasn’t bad at all either. I’d stay again but may ask for a rollaway again for myself.

10

Paul

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was small but nice. Bed was very comfortable. A little expensive for what you get.

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Debra

Oct 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My room was small, with only a queen bed, nightstand and a chair. TV was mounted on wall. There was no in-room coffee maker, closet/wardrobe, microwave, mini-fridge, desk or table. Despite being small the room decor was cute, bed comfortable and everything was clean.

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Curtis

Apr 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was clean. Staff was nice. Just a note not a complaint, the walls are paper thin, so you can hear whats going on next door like you are in the room. So nice place to sleep, not a romantic get away. Lol.

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Brad

Dec 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

There are no AC contorls in the rooms. The room are on central air system and they keep it too hot.

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Christine

May 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great property with a comfortable bed and our room had a beautiful view of the river. Quiet, good TV, excellent water pressure in shower, everything clean. It could use a few extra amenities such as a set of drawers or a clothes closet with hangers to put clothes in, or a suitcase bench. The bar, which stays open until 1 am is great addition especially when everything else around the lodge is closed, and has delicious pizza and great and friendly bartenders.

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Service

Service is a strong point: staff are repeatedly praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating across the hotel and bar. Occasional hiccups were noted at breakfast service, but overall interactions are very positive.

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Susan

Nov 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean. Staff was accommodating and very friendly.

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JOHN

Nov 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Well informed staff, very polite and helpful. Friendly too. Always a pleasure staying here.

10

Jason

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Always enjoy staying here. Great staff! Very accommodating.

10

TAnya

Feb 27, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Great staff and rooms are clean and comfortable.

10

Bruce

Nov 1, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Room was good and we had the space we asked for. Staff is top notch and very nice.

10

Lauren

May 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was wonderful. The front desk staff were amazing!

10

Tony

Feb 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very quiet and clean woukd be how I woukd describe this hotel. The staff were very customer friendly and attentive. The bar onsite was managed by staff that know customer service and how to treat a guest.

10

Jerry

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Awesome staff

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Jay

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a very small but comfortable room. It included a breakfast with some good choices. What stood out to us was the staff. They are exceptionally thoughtful and helpful. We stayed as part of a family event for Thanksgiving and the staff did all they could to make everyone's stay comfortable and meaningful. We also appreciated the group facilities in the basement for our family reunion at Thanksgiving.

10

Spencer

Mar 20, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Couldn’t speak highly enough of Riverbank! Great place to spend a weekend. They also let me do laundry and even gave me detergent all for free. Happy to find an affordable, local, nice, and welcoming place to spend a weekend.

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Location

Quiet setting by the river with pleasant views, within walking distance of the town square and close to Lincoln’s New Salem. Handy for Petersburg visits and downtown access; proximity to train tracks is mentioned.

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Corey

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Friendly staff, cozy decor, close to downtown.

6

Dianne

Jun 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A little miss leading on the description. It is an old bank that has been converted into a hotel. Some of the rooms do not have windows to the outside and it sits right next to a railroad track. The owners are extremely nice and helpful.

10

Pamela

Mar 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and comfortable room. A variety of lodging options, from a small economy to a suite with a jacuzzi. Limited dining options but tasty food (appetizers, pizza, wine and beer). Very close to Lincoln's New Salem. Situated along the banks of a lovely river in a quaint historic town. Very friendly and accommodating staff!

10

Edward

Aug 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very professional and friendly. Location in Petersburg is close to New Salem State Park. Beautiful lodge with large room and comfortable bed.

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RICHARD

Jul 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful stay, quiet location, walking distance to town square.

8

Corrina

Jul 5, 2023

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the room was spacious and the view of the river was pretty

8

Dennis

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice place out of the way when visiting Springfield. The economy room has no dresser or a table to work on but the common area just off the room was doable. The lounge was nice and the limited menu was very good

8

Greg

Nov 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay, close to downtown

8

William J

Jun 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Love the river view that we had from our room. Wonderfully calming. And very relaxed atmosphere in the facility. Good place to get away and relax.

8

Christine

May 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great property with a comfortable bed and our room had a beautiful view of the river. Quiet, good TV, excellent water pressure in shower, everything clean. It could use a few extra amenities such as a set of drawers or a clothes closet with hangers to put clothes in, or a suitcase bench. The bar, which stays open until 1 am is great addition especially when everything else around the lodge is closed, and has delicious pizza and great and friendly bartenders.

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Dining

On-site bar and restaurant earn strong praise for tasty pizza, pub food, and late-night hours. Breakfast is continental and basic with limited hot options, and several note a modest menu or limited dining choices.

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Seth

Apr 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

River view rooms are the hidden gem at this property. Service and hospitality were very good, food was exceptional and surpassed expectations! Great pizza as well. Only issue we encountered, had nothing to do with the lodge, was everything is closed on Monday & Tuesdays pretty much town wide. Great experience over all.

6

Richard P.

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We liked the ambience of the property and the hotel itself. Our room was clean with a terrific view. The dining options within the hotel were few, both at dinner time and breakfast.

8

Amanda

Jul 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed 2 nights in a double Queen. The room was very spacious and the price was really good. We got a rollaway bed as well. The beds were rather uncomfortable and I ended up sleeping on the rollaway the second night and let the kids have the beds. That was my only issue with our stay. Staff were very nice and helpful. The continental breakfast wasn’t bad at all either. I’d stay again but may ask for a rollaway again for myself.

10

Sherry

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean. Very friendly helpful staff. Only thing I would like to see is some HOT choices for breakfast.

10

M E

Dec 30, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

I stay at this hotel quite a lot…a clean, wonderful little hotel! A major bonus is an on-site restaurant with outstanding pizza and nachos. The free breakfast is just dry goods but it’s enough. A quaint little hotel!

10

Renea

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Though we live just about a hour from the wedding we attended, we wanted somewhere to stay for the night. It is a quaint little lodge that is quiet. We loved that they offered food til 1:00 a.m. after we'd gotten in from the reception late. Just FYI the pizzas are huge and delicious! Breakfast had a good selection of grab and go items as well as others. Suited us just fine. The staff was very kind. Our room was one of the economy smaller ones facing the river, in a distance, where we saw many turkies on the waters edge. It was beside the train tracks but when a train passed by you could hardly tell. No whistle blowing and it was quite cool to see so many coal train cars. Again, a small room with a TV, bathroom and chair, but suited our needs of a cozy place to crash for the night. Comfy beds and affordable. We would stay here again.

10

Josh

Feb 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We are repeat visitors and really enjoy the property and staff. Their handmade pizza is a must try!

8

Gerald

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Well stocked bar and very good food.

8

Christine

May 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great property with a comfortable bed and our room had a beautiful view of the river. Quiet, good TV, excellent water pressure in shower, everything clean. It could use a few extra amenities such as a set of drawers or a clothes closet with hangers to put clothes in, or a suitcase bench. The bar, which stays open until 1 am is great addition especially when everything else around the lodge is closed, and has delicious pizza and great and friendly bartenders.

10

Kathy

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms were clean, staff very friendly and they have great pizza in the bar. Outside exterior needs a GOOD cleaning.

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RiverBank Lodge

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Resort View

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

Standard Room

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, River View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View

Senior Room, 1 Queen Bed, River View

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