Southwest Illinois Beach Vacations

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Top Beach Southwest Illinois Hotels

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Whittington Rend Lake
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Whittington Rend Lake
2.5 out of 5
13277 Freeway Lane, Whittington, IL
  • 1 hour drive from Southern Illinois University
Settle in and relax at this hotel and enjoy the sunsets on the beach in Whittington, as you'll be not far from the beach.
8.8/10 Excellent! (823 reviews)
Good value
"Easy check-in, quiet. Set expectations low for the breakfast and you'll be fine."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Whittington Rend Lake
Mariner's Village Resort
Mariner's Village Resort
2.5 out of 5
1 Resort Drive, Carlyle, IL
  • 3 hours drive from Southern Illinois University
At this hotel, get ready to walk along the waves in Carlyle, as you'll be near the beach. Amenities at Mariner's Village Resort include a seasonal outdoor pool, ...

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"The room was dirty. When i got in the shower i thought i was going to fall through the bottom.i lifted the mat and the bottom of the shower was broken and they put some kind of glue to keep it together it was covered in what looked like black mold."

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2023

Mariner's Village Resort
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pontoon Beach
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pontoon Beach
3 out of 5
14 Regency Park Dr, Granite City, IL
  • 3 hours drive from Southern Illinois University
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Granite City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (464 reviews)
"Nice, clean hotel in a safe area. 5 night stay was very comfortable."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pontoon Beach
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