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University Inn of Carbondale

2.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Carbondale hotel

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Front of property
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Lobby sitting area
Lobby

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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2400 W Main St, Carbondale, IL, 62901
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake of Egypt
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Sofa Beds

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Accessible Bathtub

Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Shower Grab Bars

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Carbondale

In Carbondale .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Carbondale hotel, you'll find Southern Illinois University and Fresenius Medical Care at Memorial Hospital Carbondale. Memorial Hospital of Carbondale and SIH Medical Group are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Southern Illinois University - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Memorial Hospital of Carbondale - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Giant City State Park - 20 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Lake of Egypt - 34 min drive - 29.2 miles
  • Rend Lake - 48 min drive - 46.1 miles

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
  • ‪Tequilas - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Eagles Carbondale 2569 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

University Inn of Carbondale

Enjoy free breakfast at this Carbondale hotel
WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is available daily. Self parking is free.

This Carbondale hotel is smoke free.

  • 57 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
University Inn of Carbondale offers 57 air-conditioned accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. 42-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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

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 elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

How close is University Inn of Carbondale to the airport?

University Inn of Carbondale is 16.4 mi (22-min drive) away from the Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does University Inn of Carbondale have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at University Inn of Carbondale.

How close is University Inn of Carbondale to the beach?

This hotel is 12 mi (22-min drive) from Campground Beach.

Does University Inn of Carbondale offer free breakfast?

University Inn of Carbondale offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at University Inn of Carbondale?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at University Inn of Carbondale?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does University Inn of Carbondale have a pool?

University Inn of Carbondale does not have a pool.

Does University Inn of Carbondale have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is University Inn of Carbondale to downtown Carbondale?

University Inn of Carbondale is 1.8 mi away from Carbondale.

University Inn of Carbondale Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 319 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 319 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 319 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 319 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 75 out of 319 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

josh

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kristina

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

4/10 Poor

Madeline

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort

Bad stay....no staff

There is no staff at all. Just houseekeeping before 2pm. The interent had been out for a week no rooms t.v. worked. Nobody tolds upon checking in. It took me personally 1hr to check it due to payment not being excepted. If you have an issue, its one lady on a room on the 2nd flr who may help you. It was a terrible experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

Roxana

Business traveler
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

6/10 Okay

Jules

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Korvetta

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room and bathroom smelled of mildew, we couldn’t connect the internet to view the Roku, and my wash cloth looked to be stained with foundation. I DID NOT like the check-in or checkout process with a kiosk, and there was no one to ask for help with the television. I also was not aware that I would have to pay a $100 deposit upon check-in
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Hazen

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The wifi was not working. Couldnt watch tv
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Angel

Business traveler, Traveled with family
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

4/10 Poor

Malaysia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jaycina

Traveled with group
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

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

4/10 Poor

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Justin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There was no actual human staff available on site. I had to check in via a kiosk that connected me to a call center in India via Zoom. I could barely hear anything they were saying and the closed captions did not work either. The AC went out and i ended up getting a refund and cancelling my reservation. Do not stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The good: One of the cheaper hotels in Carbondale; convenient to both SIU and Shawnee National Forest; kiosk staff were friendly and helped where they could; breakfast was 6:30-9:30, a decent window so most people should be able to grab something. The bad: They use remote kiosks at the front desk instead of in person. Since they're remote, if there's a problem with your room, the most they can do is pass the issue to management. Rarely saw anybody behind the front desk in person while I was there. My bathroom lightbulb needed changing and I had to ask twice to get it changed. On the second to last day of my stay, my toilet developed an issue where it wouldn't flush and would leak water on the floor. Told the front desk about it but the issue wasn't corrected before I left, had to use lobby bathroom instead. The soaps they give you are tiny and fragile. The soap in the lobby bathroom is basically a pump bottle of water. While I never had the breakfast, from what I could see it was pretty much toast, bagels, cereal, milk, and sunny D for orange juice. No sausage or eggs or anything like that. I could hear thumping music in the lobby, likely from the bar next door. Lobby chairs are a bit run down.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Pedro

Business traveler
Good place to stay only complain is the show
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Terry

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Zach

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Danny Rocks!

Danny was the coolest person I have met while checking in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jack

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Moldy

Not a good hotel, dirty room and mold so bad we had to check out early.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Traveled with family and small children
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

Sue

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gerard

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

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025