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Prairie winds motel

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About this property

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
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  • Parking

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Free Parking

  • Parking Onsite

Location

1764 US Highway 136, Carthage, Illinois, United States of America

Carthage Jail (1.7 miles)

City Park (9.5 miles)

Deer Run Golf Course (9.7 miles)

Wildcat Springs Park (9.9 miles)

Montebello State Park (11 miles)

River City Mall (11.8 miles)


Room options

Family Double Room Single Use

Room details

4× Queen Beds
Separate Dining Area
Air Conditioning
Wi-Fi (Free)
Separate Living Room

Exclusive Single Room

Room details

2 Full Beds

Sleeps 2

Air Conditioning
Wi-Fi (Free)
Microwave

Basic Single Room

Room details

2 Full Beds

Sleeps 2

Air Conditioning
Wi-Fi (Free)
Microwave

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room details

1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 2

150 ft²

Air Conditioning
Wi-Fi (Free)
Microwave

Guest reviews of Prairie winds motel

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Reviews of Prairie winds motel describe a very basic, older roadside stop with notably friendly hosts and low prices, generally clean rooms, but dated decor and occasional maintenance problems or inconsistent in-room amenities.

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Facilities

Basic

Cleanliness

Mixed

Rooms

Dated

Service

Friendly

Location

Convenient

Dining

Unknown

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4

Kelly

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Jul 5, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

I took long before writing this review but after reading another review where the owner called a customer a liar I decided to go ahead and write this review for anyone wanting to visit this hotel. It is an older hotel however I can see they have really made an effort to improve it. I booked this on Expedia and I paid $70 for the night. I knew there was going to be a pet fee so when I pulled up, I expected a fee. I was charged $30 for my pets. (In the defense of the owner I did not have access to their pet policy from Hotels.com) Before taking anything in a motel room, I always go in to inspect for bed bugs. I did not see any in this room so I decided it was okay. Then I noticed the bathroom was not cleaned properly. The owner knocked on my door and told me I needed to pay an additional pet fee for my small dog. What?!? So she charged me an additional $20 for my Chihuahua. (Again, I did not have access to their rules.) I told the owner “instead of me paying a pet fee, maybe you should pay me to stay in your dirty room” she immediately called me a liar! She brought the housekeeper to my room, still thinking that I am lying (because the housekeeper swore it was clean) after an inspection she agreed it was dirty. The owner did ask me if I wanted another room however, with my dogs I would only be able to have an older room. She didn’t want the dogs in her best rooms. I understand completely her reasoning. And I chose to stay where I was. The bottom line is she called me a LIAR!
I took long before writing this review but after reading another review where the owner called a customer a liar I decided to go ahead and write this review for anyone wanting to visit this hotel. It is an older hotel however I can see they have really made an effort to improve it. I booked this on Expedia and I paid $70 for the night. I knew there was going to be a pet fee so when I pulled up, I expected a fee. I was charged $30 for my pets. (In the defense of the owner I did not have access to their pet policy from Hotels.com) Before taking anything in a motel room, I always go in to inspect for bed bugs. I did not see any in this room so I decided it was okay. Then I noticed the bathroom was not cleaned properly. The owner knocked on my door and told me I needed to pay an additional pet fee for my small dog. What?!? So she charged me an additional $20 for my Chihuahua. (Again, I did not have access to their rules.) I told the owner “instead of me paying a pet fee, maybe you should pay me to stay in your dirty room” she immediately called me a liar! She brought the housekeeper to my room, still thinking that I am lying (because the housekeeper swore it was clean) after an inspection she agreed it was dirty. The owner did ask me if I wanted another room however, with my dogs I would only be able to have an older room. She didn’t want the dogs in her best rooms. I understand completely her reasoning. And I chose to stay where I was. The bottom line is she called me a LIAR!

6

Donald

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Jun 16, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean. It had been recently refreshed with new decor. Either the nextdoor guest or previous guest had smoked in the bathroom. The owner was very helpful in trying to clear out the smell. For the price I was pleasantly surprised by how clean and nice it was. It looks to be family owned and they are going through and remodeling/refreshing each room. Air conditioning was fabulous. Beds are comfy and linens were fresh and clean.
The room was clean. It had been recently refreshed with new decor. Either the nextdoor guest or previous guest had smoked in the bathroom. The owner was very helpful in trying to clear out the smell. For the price I was pleasantly surprised by how clean and nice it was. It looks to be family owned and they are going through and remodeling/refreshing each room. Air conditioning was fabulous. Beds are comfy and linens were fresh and clean.

4

Dwight

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Apr 22, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Everything electronic, except for the refrigerator was unplugged. The bedside lamp was broken. There was soap residue on the shower drain. There was no type of soap products in the bathroom or shower. The mirror was covered with hand prints. Had to have maintenance to turn the heat on.I spent the night there simply because I had driven 600 miles. I would not stayed there if my wife was with me. At least I didn’t see anything crawling. Check in and out process is atrocious.
Everything electronic, except for the refrigerator was unplugged. The bedside lamp was broken. There was soap residue on the shower drain. There was no type of soap products in the bathroom or shower. The mirror was covered with hand prints. Had to have maintenance to turn the heat on.I spent the night there simply because I had driven 600 miles. I would not stayed there if my wife was with me. At least I didn’t see anything crawling. Check in and out process is atrocious.

6

Vickie

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Apr 10, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Expedia said they had queen beds. They were double beds. Propery is on the highway , so there was traffic noise.
Expedia said they had queen beds. They were double beds. Propery is on the highway , so there was traffic noise.

10

Derek

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Mar 14, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The overall value provided was very good relative to the price.
The overall value provided was very good relative to the price.

Property Policies

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Check-in

Check-out

From 12:00 to 12:00

Before 11:00


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FAQs about Prairie winds motel

Is parking available at the property?

Free self parking is available onsite. Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve onsite parking. Parking height restrictions apply.


Does the hotel allow pets?

Pets are allowed at the property with a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.


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

Check-in is available from 12:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.

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

The property is located 12.8 miles from the Mississippi River and 20.9 miles from Historic Nauvoo. Nearby attractions include Carthage Jail (1.7 miles), City Park (9.5 miles), and Deer Run Golf Course (9.7 miles).


What are the hotel's policies regarding children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.


What are the policies for extra beds and cribs?

The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of USD 15.00 per day, subject to availability. Advance request or confirmation may be required.


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