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.
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2400 W Main St, Carbondale, IL, 62901
What's nearby
Southern Illinois University
3 min drive - 2.5 km
Giant City State Park
20 min drive - 21.2 km
Rend Lake
48 min drive - 74.2 km
Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
4 min drive - 2.8 km
Lake of Egypt
34 min drive - 46.9 km
Getting around
Carbondale Station
5 min drive
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
22 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King
3 min drive
Scooter’s Coffee
2 min drive
Eagles Carbondale 2569
2 min drive
Little Caesars Pizza
3 min drive
Pita Alley
14 min walk
About this property
University Inn of Carbondale
Property highlights
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
An off-lead area, a 24-hour front desk and coffee/tea in reception
Smoke-free property
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
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
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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
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
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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Reviews
University Inn of Carbondale Reviews
6.0
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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.
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.
Don’t stay here needs work. No front counter person you check with a web chat kiosk screen. Only one lamp and two pillow. Not enough curtains closet window had none allowing parking lot light to light up the room at night. No Wi-Fi no Catv .Room big and clean no toilet paper holder. No elevator. Wouldn’t recommend because of no staff on property.
The price here remains a great value. The rest still needs work, but i do think they are trying. The individuals operating the check-in kiosk, for example, seemed more friendly than last time. The area behind the hotel (my room faced that direction), however, needs a major clean-up. I will continue to patronize the place given the value/effort
The price here was hard to beat. For that you get a functional room and not a lot more. One great thing was that it was not crowded. The check-in kiosk feels rather impersonal. Breakfast is minimal. I'd stay here again if travelling alone - and the price remains the same.
Service was friendly. The facility is very nice and inviting. They are very accommodating with requests. They allow pets at a reasonable rate. I’m happy with our stay!
I paid half price for my stay so it was especially nice for the price. The room and halls were very cleaned and well maintained and furnished. I am very happy with our stay. There was no gym or pool so this works if you are not needing a lot of amenities.
Do not like the computerized outsourcing of counter staff. Shower drain was broken. Everything else was to standard
Geno
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10 Good
Jeffery
23 Dec 2023
Liked: Room comfort
A good value
By no means a fancy place, but for what I paid it was worth it. The bed was comfortable and the shower worked well. It was very quiet, likely because the university is on break. The location worked well for me too.
Right next to a rowdy bar that lets out around 50 people at 1:30 am. Room has damage galore and no actual attendant on duty, just a kiosk. Breakfast is decent though and it's pretty quiet during the day. Also a kid breaking bottles against the abandoned building next door after 1 am is a lil wild. I told him chill out and he left though so all good I guess.Water pressure not great.
Jaime
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Katie
19 Aug 2024
Rooms were nice and comfy. Outside of hotel was sketchy and check in by kiosk wasn’t difficult but wasn’t working. So took a little longer
Just an overnight stay. Won't be coming back. Checkin was at a kiosk talking to a guy, who knows where he was at. Only one employee seen while we were there, he was cleaning our room. Only good thing was the bed was actually comfortable. View out the window was the abandoned part of the hotel, all boardedup.
At 3 am there was a lot of noise down the hall and it was just a monday night. The breakfast was hot, and not continental, which was nice but definitely was just provided for the morning of the eclipse and we stayed 2 nights so the following night was just continental. Other than that it was a good stay!