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Country Garden & Suites

2.0 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Benton

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Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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711 West Main Street, Benton, IL, 62812
  • Place, Benton City Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Benton Civic Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Franklin County Fairgrounds
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Benton

Heart of Benton.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Benton City Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Benton Civic Center with a stay here. Also, Franklin County Fairgrounds is within 3 miles (5 km) and I-57 Drag Strip is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Benton City Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Benton Civic Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Franklin County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Rend Lake - 4 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • I-57 Drag Strip - 4 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Du Quoin Station - 32 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant Benton - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Scooter's Coffee Drive-Thru - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Country Garden & Suites

Motel perfectly located for exploring Benton
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A casino, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at Country Garden & Suites. Self parking is free.

This Benton motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Casino
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
Country Garden & Suites offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • 6 slot machines
  • Casino (108 square feet of space)
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using exisiting bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Country Garden & Suites to the airport?

Country Garden & Suites is 21.2 mi (23-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 Country Garden & Suites?

As of Nov 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Country Garden & Suites on Nov 25, 2025 start from $63.49, 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 Country Garden & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Country Garden & Suites.

Does Country Garden & Suites offer free breakfast?

Country Garden & Suites offers free full breakfast every day from 6 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Country Garden & Suites?

During your stay you can enjoy the 108 square-foot casino on site, featuring 6 slot machines.

What time is check-in at Country Garden & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Country Garden & Suites?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Country Garden & Suites have a pool?

Country Garden & Suites does not have a pool.

Does Country Garden & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Country Garden & Suites to downtown Benton?

Country Garden & Suites is 0.3 mi away from West City.

Country Garden & Suites Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 498 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 498 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 498 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 109 out of 498 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 89 out of 498 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Heather

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable Stay with Excellent Amenities Stayed at Country Garden and Suite in Benton, IL and was very impressed. The room was very clean, the bed was super comfortable, and everything looked recently updated.The hot breakfast in the morning was a great touch — fresh and filling. The staff was friendly and check-in was fast and easy. I also liked that the hotel is right off the highway, which made it convenient for my road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We will never book a stay there again. Our room was beyond filthy. Floors not swept or mopped. A dirty towel in the bathroom. Dust everywhere. Obvious room hadn’t been cleaned in some time. TV didn’t work. Very disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Miranda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely a place to rest your head at night. When we arrived, I found several brown stains all over our sheets. Thankfully the front desk staff gave us a new sheet in which it was also stained. The floors were very nasty, after walking around for less than 20 minutes, my feet were stained black. The property claims to be smoke free but smelt very strongly of weed and cigarette smoke. Probably wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mercy

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful experience staying at Country Garden and Suite in Benton, Illinois. Right of i57The bed was very comfortable, and the room was spotless—no signs of bed bugs or roaches, which is always a relief when traveling. The property looks newly renovated, and everything felt fresh and clean. I also enjoyed a delicious, hot breakfast in the morning, which was a great way to start the day. Overall, a clean, quiet, and comfortable stay. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had to switch rooms when we got there because of roaches. The second room we moved to also had roaches. Shower curtains in both rooms had mold on them. I would not recommend staying here. The staff was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Alex

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Yaounde

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

In the green

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Dawn

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old and run down. Our door wouldn't lock unless you slam the door and the screen on the TV was busted. The breakfast was a waste. I wouldn't stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paulett

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

Shower

Shower needs an upgrade
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

8/10 Good

Veldon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very nice for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kailynn

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel. Appears to be in the process of being upgraded in terms of room furniture.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rita

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
There was a Waffle House within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Wendy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The young man at the front desk was Very nice. The room was dirty, sticky floors, chips on floor, shower temperature hot or cold streams.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Justen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Staff & service
A clean room with simple check in
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adam

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

Worst caae of catfish in a hotel

From pulling into the parking lot it looked run down and not like the pics on the site. Going against my gut, we went in thinking that maybe they hadnt redone the outside. But upon walking in you could smell an undeniable scent of wet decay. We grabbed our room keys and headed onward. The whole hotel stunk and it looked nothing like the photos! There were cobwebs on the wall and bugs. We didn't even sit our bags down. Ww told the front desk we would not be staying and they didn't care. They aaked if we wanted different rooms, at that point i waa tryung to find a different hotel. I waa also trying to file a grievance and get a refund. I walked out without a refund feeling like i needed a shower. Do Not believe the pics for this hotel!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald, Greenwood

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very old facility and it looks it. No PM security, entrance doors open all night, desk attendant had to be searched for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caylie

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