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Top Romantic Southeast Illinois Hotels

Harrah's Metropolis Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

100 E Front St Metropolis IL

1 hour drive from Shawnee National Forest

Onsite dining, a riverside location, and more await visiting couples at this romantic hotel.

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

"The restaurant has excellent food and prices are in line with the other restaurants. The only downside was no workout room and no pool. Mine was a family weekend for an event being held. Other than that everything from the staff, the room, the eatery, the location was very good."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Metropolis

203 E Front St Metropolis IL

1 hour drive from Shawnee National Forest

Enjoy a stay at this romantic motel, featuring a hot tub and a lobby fireplace for couples to enjoy.

6.4/10 (1,000 reviews)

"Showers didnt work properly, holes all over walls in room, poor maintance upkeep in the room and terrible around the outside of facilities"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2024

Clarion Pointe Mattoon near University

206 Mcfall Rd Mattoon IL

5 hours drive from Shawnee National Forest

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mattoon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Mattoon Peterson Park ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (909 reviews)

"Breakfast was just ok"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026

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