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Top Kid friendly Southeast Illinois Hotels

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Effingham by IHG

1604 West Fayette Avenue Effingham IL

4 hours drive from Shawnee National Forest

Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Effingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)

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Reviewed on 23 June 2026

Harrah's Metropolis Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

100 E Front St Metropolis IL

1 hour drive from Shawnee National Forest

Stay at this hotel in Metropolis. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...

8.2/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)

"HVAC system is loud and always making noises. Staff was really lovely and kind."

Reviewed on 19 June 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham

1305 N Keller Dr Effingham IL

4 hours drive from Shawnee National Forest

Stay at this hotel in Effingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (745 reviews)

"Clean room. Friendly staff. Quiet a/c. All around good place to stay!"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

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