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Best Western Saluki Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Southern Illinois University in Carbondale

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Reception
Bar (on property)
Lobby
Indoor pool

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

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801 N Giant City Rd, Carbondale, IL, 62902
  • Southern Illinois Healthcare
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Southern Illinois University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Carbondale

In Carbondale .Stay at this Carbondale hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Southern Illinois Healthcare and 2 miles (3 km) of African American Museum of Southern Illinois. The Science Center and Southern Illinois University are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Southern Illinois Healthcare - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Southern Illinois University - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • SIH Medical Group - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Memorial Hospital of Carbondale - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center - 15 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 8 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Best Western Saluki Inn

Hotel near Southern Illinois University in Carbondale
Best Western Saluki Inn offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business center. A vending machine, an arcade/game room, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Saluki Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Carbondale hotel.

  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Game room or arcade
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Best Western Saluki Inn offers 65 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary weekday newspapers. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Indoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 20 per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 20.00 per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 20 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

BEST WESTERN Saluki
BEST WESTERN Saluki Carbondale
BEST WESTERN Saluki Inn
BEST WESTERN Saluki Inn Carbondale
Saluki Inn
Best Western Saluki Hotel Carbondale
Best Western Saluki Inn Hotel
Best Western Saluki Inn Carbondale
Best Western Saluki Inn Hotel Carbondale

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Saluki Inn to the airport?

Best Western Saluki Inn is 11.9 mi (16-min drive) away from the Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Saluki Inn?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Saluki Inn on Aug 3, 2025 start from $109.99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Saluki Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Saluki Inn.

How close is Best Western Saluki Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 7.8 mi (16-min drive) from Campground Beach.

Does Best Western Saluki Inn offer free breakfast?

Best Western Saluki Inn offers free buffet breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Best Western Saluki Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Saluki Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Best Western Saluki Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Saluki Inn have a pool?

Best Western Saluki Inn features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Best Western Saluki Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Saluki Inn to downtown Carbondale?

Best Western Saluki Inn is 1.8 mi away from Carbondale.

Best Western Saluki Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 367 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 357 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1004 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Delinda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Attilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lara

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and the beds were comfortable. Nice water pressure in shower. Breakfast was nice that we had eggs and sausage as well as cereals and juices and coffee. Nice selection and liked the waffle maker.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Decent for the price. Could use an update though.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashleigh

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quiet. Seemed to be doing improvements on the property. Comfortable bed. Solid breakfast. Helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient. A truck started revving it's engine right outside of our room at 6am both mornings.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s clean, comfy & they had our room ready early!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Velarie

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

April stat.

Very nice clean place. Breakfast was nice good variety. Overall woukd stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly, check-in/out was easy, hotel was clean and quiet. I will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good value

We had a good experience at the Best Western Saluki Inn. Brody at the front desk was welcoming and helpful, and our room was comfortable. Breakfast was limited but tasty. Overall a pleasant stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was fine. A very basic, bare bones hotel. Walls are paper thin- heard every word of the neighbors conversation. Elevator was stinky but the rest was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Rosemary

Traveled with family
The pool was freezing cold… after we asked the hotel to turn it up, it stayed the exact same temperature. Our family was very disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Regina, Urbana

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher C

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights. Both mornings coffee machine was broken. Why couldn't you have went across the street to the Dunkin Donuts and bought some coffee for you guests?
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

todd

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025