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University Inn of Carbondale

2.5 star property
Hotel in Carbondale with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Lobby
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Lobby sitting area
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
The University Inn of Carbondale offers a warm welcome. Guests enjoy a continental breakfast and WiFi in public areas. The lobby provides coffee and tea, and the 24-hour front desk ensures convenient arrivals before exploring nearby attractions.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room

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Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

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Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Sofa Beds

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Carbondale is home to University Inn of Carbondale. African American Museum of Southern Illinois and General John A. Logan Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Science Center and Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center.
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2400 W Main St, Carbondale, IL, 62901

What's nearby

  • Southern Illinois University - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Memorial Hospital of Carbondale - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • SIH Medical Group - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Railroaders Memorial - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center - 7 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 5 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Scooter’s Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Eagles Carbondale 2569 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pita Alley - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

University Inn of Carbondale

Hotel near Southern Illinois University
University Inn of Carbondale provides amenities, such as free continental breakfast and a business centre. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and an off-lead area
  • Coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 57 individually furnished rooms boast comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers and shampoo
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, premium channels and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25, per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

University Inn Suites
University Inn of Carbondale Hotel
University Inn of Carbondale Carbondale
University Inn of Carbondale Hotel Carbondale

Frequently asked questions

Is University Inn of Carbondale pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at University Inn of Carbondale?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at University Inn of Carbondale?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at University Inn of Carbondale?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is University Inn of Carbondale located?

Situated in Carbondale, this hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Southern Illinois University, Fresenius Medical Care at Memorial Hospital Carbondale and Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. SIH Medical Group and Railroaders Memorial are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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University Inn of Carbondale Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 280 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 280 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 280 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 280 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 280 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ing. Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
✅
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service and helpful guidance by alex during the check in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ing. Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
✅
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ing. Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
✅
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
✅
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ing. Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
✅👍
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the price. The room was adequate. There were no amenities, not even a plastic drinking cup to take my pills. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Evan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No staff on site was a big surprise...registered via a Zoom like device. Bathroom fan was so loud we had to use the hall light for bathroom illumination. Toilet seat was poorly connected. Continental breakfast was as sparse as they come. This hotel would not be anybody's first choice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Angel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Food options are very limited, I think this can improve. Personnel is very polite, I like this so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Crystal

Disliked: Amenities
Nothing. Tv didn’t work. Gave us towels for 2 when 4 was there. No one on site. Looks run down. Towel rack missing, pillows were flat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Brandon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No staff. Tablet screen self service at desk that takes forever. Noisy. Felt unsafe. Very dirty rooms and lobby.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kristina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
U
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Manuel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No help support after midnight
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tiamara

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty rooms, horrible breakfast service, poor management/supervision, just awful
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What stands out most about this comfortable place to rest is the attention of the staff. The lady who works there offers the best service and is very receptive and attentive, and this is one of the things that is sometimes more important than everything else.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chiquita

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was NO live staff available to service you. There were children running around and complaints about rooms being dirty with trash in them when
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a fantastic stay at the University Inn of Carbondale! From the moment I arrived, the staff made me feel welcome and went above and beyond to ensure a comfortable experience. The room was spotless, beautifully designed, and had everything I needed. The location was perfect, and the breakfast buffet? Delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well, should have read other reviews before going to this place that felt like I was in “The Shining”. Sadly, our place was non-refundable and we decided to stick it out. Ran out as we could after our night. The club nearby makes the parking lot into a block party and there are definitely squatters at the abandoned building behind this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty but not bad for the price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gerard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

maryam

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I’m just

It was moldy bugs in room and poor service workers fighting in lobby just all around bad will never go back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaShawn

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Great value for the $$

The rooms are old and outdated, needs to be renovated, Overall I would give it a 6/10, however you get what you pay for. The front desk attendant Jack was very nice and knowledgeable, the maintenance guy was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jaycina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No real front desk attendant (virtual kiosk). You can’t hear what’s being said lobby echoes. Dirty rooms black mold on bathroom curtains, stains on walls, dirty beds with stains not changed entire stay, took 3 hours to get clean towels, lobby smells like pet urine/feces. Continental breakfast was old bread & a gallon of milk & sunny D to be shared by guests (unsanitary). No workers on duty 24/7 if u need something..DONT. People actually live in the hotel.. the building next door is abandoned & the other building is a party area for locals. Terrible dirty hotel! Will neveeeeer book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jordan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pictures were very misleading. Room was gross. Couldn’t even use shower because drain was discharging hair and other gross matter. Will never stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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