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"Last week I attended a wedding at “The Principal Hotel” in Columbia, Illinois. I would like to start with the owner and the hotel staff. The way they greeted us made us feel truly welcome. The venue was a converted Catholic Abbey and school. All facets of the wedding from the wedding party dinner, the wedding, the social hour, the catered banquet, and the DJ services went off without one glitch. The on-site restaurant was superb and catered delicious food. The hotel was as detailed as you would expect it to be from a long past era. I believe each large room had previously been a classroom. The main thing I noticed was the true quality of the carpentry done by masters that took exceptional pride in their work. Old class pictures, a trophy case, small chair desks, wall lockers, library books, even the old pull out bleacher facings. Quite a nostalgic trip into my memory. I loved every moment of it. I cannot express my appreciation of The Principal Hotel enough. All I can say is wow! Wow! WOW!"

"Friendly staff and clean rooms"

"Lady at check in was very courteous & helpful. Room was spacious & very clean. Location was excellent. Between where we had been and our destination the next day. Will stay here again"

"The hotel has been declining in recent years but the new management is working to make things better and they are doing a great job. Our room was very comfortable and clean. The staff were very friendly and helpful. It was an enjoyable experience and we will stay here again. "

"very clean"