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A La Quinta hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A modern kitchen area with a counter, various appliances, and food display items.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a bathtub, and framed pictures on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a large sun-shaped artwork, multiple seating areas, and a patterned rug.

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Effingham

14.9 km from Ballard Nature Center

Sarah

₩159,500

₩178,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious lobby with a beige sectional sofa, a fireplace, and a view of the outside through large glass doors.

A modern living area with a sectional sofa, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern hotel lobby with a long dining table, bar stools, a sofa, and a fireplace.

A treats section with a variety of snacks and beverages, including a refrigerated display and shelves stocked with items like Welch's and Bonde.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham

14.4 km from Ballard Nature Center

Marjorie

₩169,808

₩188,453 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding area, including a seating area with chairs and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A hotel room with a desk, two monitors, a keyboard, and a mouse.

A Best Western hotel with a modern facade, a parking lot, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a television, and a framed artwork on the wall.

3. Best Western Delta Inn

14.3 km from Ballard Nature Center

Susan

₩111,516

₩124,875 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A lobby with a blue sofa, a brown leather chair, a round coffee table, and a fireplace.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and a mirrored wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a colorful carpet, and wooden pillars.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott Effingham

14.8 km from Ballard Nature Center

Jeannette

₩141,272

₩156,784 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A Country Inn & Suites building with a covered entrance and a sign.

A building with a green roof, white columns, and a glass entrance.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a lifeguard chair, and a no diving sign.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a dark headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a mirror above the bathtub.

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Effingham, IL

14.9 km from Ballard Nature Center

Sonya

₩115,430

₩128,105 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, a staircase, and seating areas.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, blue seating area, a staircase, and a dining area.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, sun loungers, and large windows.

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa set, a wooden staircase, and a large window.

6. Comfort Suites Effingham Central

14 km from Ballard Nature Center

Chelsea

₩128,673

₩144,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a covered section.

A store interior with refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and a display of ceramics.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, including dumbbells, benches, and a squat rack.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted TV.

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Effingham

14.8 km from Ballard Nature Center

Steve

₩167,797

₩187,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a large window, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a green accent wall.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a covered entrance and a stone facade.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a dark wooden desk, a blue sofa, a small dining table, and a kitchenette.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Effingham by IHG

13.6 km from Ballard Nature Center

Kimberly

₩170,223

₩190,615 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a bathroom.

A wooden interior with a pool area, a white chair, and a view of the pool through a glass door.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a sofa, a bed, and a patterned carpet.

A reception area with a stone wall, a reception desk, and a red patterned chair.

9. Quality Inn Effingham North

14.7 km from Ballard Nature Center

Stacy

₩110,980

₩123,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A banquet hall with tables set for a formal event, draped with white fabric and string lights, and a chandelier above.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

10. Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG

14.7 km from Ballard Nature Center

Penny

₩152,799

₩171,105 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a sink.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and weight machines.

A modern kitchen with a coffee station, seating area with tables and chairs, and a clock on the wall.

11. Baymont by Wyndham Effingham

13.1 km from Ballard Nature Center

Jeffrey

₩96,840

₩107,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A reception area with a reception desk, a clock, a blue mat, and two potted plants.

A hotel gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a mirrored wall.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A dining area with a central table surrounded by chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and a sign that reads 'Coffee Anyone?'

12. Ramada by Wyndham Effingham

13.6 km from Ballard Nature Center

Kristen

₩82,029

₩91,855 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a desk lamp.

A stacked washer and dryer unit in a hallway with a patterned carpet and wooden doors.

A hotel lobby with a blue sign reading "Rodeway Inn," a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

13. Rodeway Inn Effingham North

14.6 km from Ballard Nature Center

Kristin

₩92,483

₩102,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A row of vending machines including a Royal Crown Cola machine, a push vending machine, and an Ice Cubes machine.

A spacious kitchen area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

A compact bathroom with a sink, mirror, and shelves.

14. Studio 6 Effingham, Il

14 km from Ballard Nature Center

Andrew

₩91,358

₩102,303 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a mirror.

A spacious kitchen with a long counter, a dining area with chairs, and large windows providing natural light.

Three beverage vending machines with various drink options and snacks.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple balconies, and American flags.

15. Motel 6 Effingham, IL

14 km from Ballard Nature Center

YANZHIHONG

₩71,038

₩79,548 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom.

A Days Inn hotel with a parking lot and several cars parked in front.

A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel wall, a potted plant, and a radiator.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Effingham

14.5 km from Ballard Nature Center

Michael

₩85,447

₩95,684 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV.

A spacious hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

A bar area with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A living room with a stone fireplace, two round tables, and a sofa.

17. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Altamont

4.4 km from Ballard Nature Center

Heidi

₩144,743

₩156,297 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a framed picture, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A gym with exercise equipment, a bench, and a wall of dumbbells.

18. Home2 Suites BY Hilton Effingham

14.8 km from Ballard Nature Center

₩213,293

₩213,293 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Ballard Nature Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Effingham	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham	9.6 Exceptional 779 reviews	View
Best Western Delta Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott Effingham	9.0 Wonderful 514 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Effingham, IL	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View

Top Ballard Nature Center Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Effingham

10/10 Excellent

"The front staff was friendly. The room was very clean. Breakfast options were plentiful. The pool and the surrounding area was clean. The stay was very enjoyable."

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Altamont

10/10 Excellent

"A great place to stop for a night on a road trip. Breakfast was great and the room very comfortable."

Days Inn by Wyndham Effingham

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms are like new and everything is very clean and comfortable. The parking lot is a little rough and could use a sign when coming in the back way. I used a plastic fork but the waffle iron needs a utensil to remove the waffles. They were very delicious 🙂."

Quality Inn & Suites Vandalia near I-70 and Hwy 51

10/10 Excellent

"Overnight trip traveling through. This is our usual stop when traveling west to east. Always clean and comfortable. Breakfast is basic but OK. Staff is always friendly and helpful."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Effingham by IHG

8/10 Good

"This motel was conveniently located near the interstate with a few food options nearby. The rooms were clean. We especially like the no smoking, no pets policy due to our allergies. Breakfast was excellent. The pool was a bit cold for our liking but everything else was fine for an overnight stay."

Best Western Delta Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Receptionist did an excellent job at check in. Was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Don't usually see that these days. Swimming pool was a little cold and was not able to handle that. Could have had some laundry facilities on the property and that would raise the level of the facility. I will always stay there every time I vome to visit my daughter in Charleston"

Home2 Suites By Hilton Effingham

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was clean and room was fantastic in every way."

Motel 6 Effingham, IL

10/10 Excellent

"Very efficient staff"

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Cross at the Crossroads

8.8/10 (109 reviews)

Find out about the history of Effingham when you take a trip to Cross at the Crossroads. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Effingham County Fairgrounds

8.4/10 (10 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Effingham County Fairgrounds during your trip to Altamont. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Dr. Charles M. Wright Mansion

7.8/10 (7 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Dr. Charles M. Wright Mansion in Altamont. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Altamont Living Museum

7.2/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Altamont Living Museum during your travels in Altamont. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Lake Sara

8.0/10 (76 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Sara during your travels in Effingham. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Cardinal Golf Course

7.2/10 (26 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Effingham at Cardinal Golf Course. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Effingham Performance Center

8.0/10 (128 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Effingham Performance Center during your trip to Effingham. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Pepper's Ridge Winery

7.0/10 (9 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Pepper's Ridge Winery during your travels to Edgewood. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ballard Nature Center?

Ballard Nature Center is located in Altamont. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, check out some of the hotels and other accommodations that Expedia offers in the area.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Ballard Nature Center?

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Altamont is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and a fitness center. It's located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Ballard Nature Center. Other good options around the area include Ramada by Wyndham Effingham and Baymont by Wyndham Effingham.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ballard Nature Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Ballard Nature Center.

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Our top choices for Ballard Nature Center hotels

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Effingham

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham

3. Best Western Delta Inn

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott Effingham

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Effingham, IL

6. Comfort Suites Effingham Central

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Effingham

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Effingham by IHG

9. Quality Inn Effingham North

10. Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG

11. Baymont by Wyndham Effingham

12. Ramada by Wyndham Effingham

13. Rodeway Inn Effingham North

14. Studio 6 Effingham, Il

15. Motel 6 Effingham, IL

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Effingham

17. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Altamont

18. Home2 Suites BY Hilton Effingham

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Top Ballard Nature Center Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Effingham

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Altamont

Days Inn by Wyndham Effingham

Quality Inn & Suites Vandalia near I-70 and Hwy 51

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Effingham by IHG

Best Western Delta Inn

Home2 Suites By Hilton Effingham

Motel 6 Effingham, IL

Other attractions near Ballard Nature Center

Cross at the Crossroads

Effingham County Fairgrounds

Dr. Charles M. Wright Mansion

Altamont Living Museum

Lake Sara

Cardinal Golf Course

Effingham Performance Center

Pepper's Ridge Winery

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