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Our top choices for Carbondale family-friendly hotels

A casino floor with multiple slot machines and a 'Cashier' sign visible in the background.
A casino interior with slot machines, a large chandelier, and a carpeted floor.
A hotel reception desk with a modern chandelier, a sign indicating 'SPA' coming soon, and two receptionists at their stations.
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception area with a '12 & VINE' sign, and a dining area with orange chairs and chandeliers.

1. Walker's Bluff Casino Resort

Walker's Bluff Casino Resort
Carterville
NT$3,975
NT$4,412 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Walker's Bluff Casino Resort
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink with a mirror above it, and two white towels hanging on the wall.
A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee press, and various coffee cups and containers.
A buffet with labeled containers of turkey sausage and cookies.
A reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted sign, and a refrigerator.

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG
Murphysboro
NT$3,432
NT$3,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG
An outdoor patio with stone fire pit, colorful striped sofas, and blue chairs.
A hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a flag.
A modern hotel room with a wooden dining table, cushioned chairs, a small sofa, a desk with a chair, a kitchenette, and a large window.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large window, and a reception desk.

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale
Carbondale
NT$3,332
NT$3,832 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, desk, chair, and a television.
A golf course with a flagstick, trees, and a water hazard.
A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a covered parking area.

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Marion I-57

Comfort Inn & Suites Marion I-57
Marion
  • Family splash zone near Williamson County Fairgrounds offers indoor pool fun, a relaxing hot tub, and special kids' amenities.
NT$3,133
NT$3,759 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Comfort Inn & Suites Marion I-57
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.
A modern restaurant with a bar area, multiple tables and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.
A bar area with multiple stools, a bar counter, shelves of liquor bottles, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern hotel lobby with leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, and framed artwork on the walls.

5. Best Western Saluki Inn

Best Western Saluki Inn
Carbondale
  • Family-friendly hotel near SIU offers free breakfast, arcade room, and indoor pool, 4 minutes away.
NT$2,843
NT$3,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Saluki Inn
A room with a brown sofa, a brown armchair, a patterned carpet, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, several tables and chairs, framed pictures on the walls, and a clock.
A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, sink, and a stack of towels on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted TV, and a large painting.

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale
Carbondale
  • Family paradise near Southern Illinois University—enjoy free breakfast, parking, and convenient amenities for all ages.
NT$2,065
NT$2,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, multiple seating areas, and large windows allowing natural light.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a ceiling with square vents.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with multiple chairs, a reception desk, and a kitchen area in the background.
An outdoor patio area with a table and chairs, a red umbrella, and a brick building facade.

7. Drury Inn & Suites Marion

Drury Inn & Suites Marion
Marion
  • Family-friendly indoor pool escape with free breakfast, dinner, and hot tub makes every stay fun for all ages.
NT$2,995
NT$3,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Drury Inn & Suites Marion
A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign and a 'Hampton Inn' sign.
A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and a rack of dumbbells.
An indoor swimming pool with a lifeguard chair, poolside seating, and a clear view of the outdoors.
A reception area with a reception desk, a waiting area with a patterned armchair, and a reception counter with a computer and framed pictures.

8. Hampton Inn Carbondale

Hampton Inn Carbondale
Carbondale
  • Splash with the family in the indoor pool, then relax in the hot tub—Hampton Inn Carbondale offers all-day fun for all ages.
NT$2,898
NT$3,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hampton Inn Carbondale
A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white chairs and a tiled floor.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a door leading to a hallway.
A standard hotel bathroom with a toilet, shower, and sink.
A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

9. Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area

Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area
Carbondale
  • Family fun thrives with indoor pool, free breakfast, and comfy beds near Southern Illinois University.
NT$2,597
NT$2,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area
A modern living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, a large wall clock, and a cozy seating area.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and tables, with a high ceiling and natural light from windows.
A reception area with a wooden counter, a welcome mat, and framed artwork on the wall.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Marion, IL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Marion, IL
Marion
  • Kids enjoy family-friendly retreat with indoor pool and free breakfast at Marion hotel near Fairgrounds.
NT$2,783
NT$3,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Marion, IL
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Carbondale

Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Carbondale

An outdoor patio with stone fire pit, colorful striped sofas, and blue chairs.
A hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a flag.
A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a digital kiosk, and a refrigerated display case with beverages.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large window, and a reception desk.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale
Carbondale
NT$3,332
NT$3,832 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale
A room with a brown sofa, a brown armchair, a patterned carpet, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with a microwave, refrigerator, chair, and a window with curtains.
A hotel with a Super 8 sign, multiple parking spaces, and a brick facade.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted TV, and a large painting.

Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale
Carbondale
NT$2,065
NT$2,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a projector screen.
An indoor swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a metal ladder.
A reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted sign, and a refrigerator.
A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, with clear signage indicating the type of food.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG
Murphysboro
NT$3,432
NT$3,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.
A modern restaurant with a bar area, multiple tables and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.
A bar area with multiple stools, a bar counter, shelves of liquor bottles, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern hotel lobby with leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, and framed artwork on the walls.

Best Western Saluki Inn

Best Western Saluki Inn
Carbondale
NT$2,843
NT$3,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Saluki Inn
A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign and a 'Hampton Inn' sign.
A lobby with a patterned carpet, a yellow armchair, a glass door entrance, and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.
An indoor swimming pool with a lifeguard chair, poolside seating, and a clear view of the outdoors.
A reception area with a reception desk, a waiting area with a patterned armchair, and a reception counter with a computer and framed pictures.

Hampton Inn Carbondale

Hampton Inn Carbondale
Carbondale
NT$2,898
NT$3,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hampton Inn Carbondale
A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white chairs and a tiled floor.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a door leading to a hallway.
A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, lamp, and kitchenette.
A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area

Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area
Carbondale
NT$2,597
NT$2,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, multiple seating areas, and large windows allowing natural light.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a ceiling with square vents.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with multiple chairs, a reception desk, and a kitchen area in the background.
An outdoor patio area with a table and chairs, a red umbrella, and a brick building facade.

Drury Inn & Suites Marion

Drury Inn & Suites Marion
Marion
NT$2,995
NT$3,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Drury Inn & Suites Marion
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, desk, chair, and a television.
A golf course with a flagstick, trees, and a water hazard.
A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a covered parking area.

Comfort Inn & Suites Marion I-57

Comfort Inn & Suites Marion I-57
Marion
NT$3,133
NT$3,759 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Comfort Inn & Suites Marion I-57
A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a fireplace, seating area, and a staircase.
A breakfast area with wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, a toaster, and a sign reading "Breakfast Corner".
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.
A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a staircase, a fireplace, and seating areas.

Baymont by Wyndham Marion

Baymont by Wyndham Marion
Marion
NT$2,717
NT$3,259 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Baymont by Wyndham Marion
A building with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a tree.
A hotel dining area with tables and chairs, a buffet counter, and a television mounted on the wall.
A hotel lobby with leather sofas, a reception desk, an exit sign, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, and a window with curtains.

Quality Inn Carbondale University area

Quality Inn Carbondale University area
Carbondale
NT$1,962
NT$2,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Quality Inn Carbondale University area
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Carbondale

An outdoor patio with stone fire pit, colorful striped sofas, and blue chairs.
A hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a flag.
A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a digital kiosk, and a refrigerated display case with beverages.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large window, and a reception desk.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale
Carbondale
NT$3,332
NT$3,832 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale
A modern spa room with a large hot tub, a glass wall with a reflective pattern, and a ceiling with a skylight.
A casino interior with slot machines, a large chandelier, and a carpeted floor.
A hotel reception desk with a modern chandelier, a sign indicating 'SPA' coming soon, and two receptionists at their stations.
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception area with a '12 & VINE' sign, and a dining area with orange chairs and chandeliers.

Walker's Bluff Casino Resort

Walker's Bluff Casino Resort
Carterville
NT$3,975
NT$4,412 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Walker's Bluff Casino Resort
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a projector screen.
An indoor swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a metal ladder.
A reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted sign, and a refrigerator.
A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, with clear signage indicating the type of food.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG
Murphysboro
NT$3,432
NT$3,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG
A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign and a 'Hampton Inn' sign.
A lobby with a patterned carpet, a yellow armchair, a glass door entrance, and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.
An indoor swimming pool with a lifeguard chair, poolside seating, and a clear view of the outdoors.
A reception area with a reception desk, a waiting area with a patterned armchair, and a reception counter with a computer and framed pictures.

Hampton Inn Carbondale

Hampton Inn Carbondale
Carbondale
NT$2,898
NT$3,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hampton Inn Carbondale
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, multiple seating areas, and large windows allowing natural light.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a ceiling with square vents.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with multiple chairs, a reception desk, and a kitchen area in the background.
An outdoor patio area with a table and chairs, a red umbrella, and a brick building facade.

Drury Inn & Suites Marion

Drury Inn & Suites Marion
Marion
NT$2,995
NT$3,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Drury Inn & Suites Marion
A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white chairs and a tiled floor.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a door leading to a hallway.
A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, lamp, and kitchenette.
A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area

Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area
Carbondale
NT$2,597
NT$2,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area
A self-service breakfast area with a coffee machine, refrigerated display case, and various food items.
A Best Western hotel with a parking lot and a covered entrance.
A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk, a coffee machine, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and weight machines.

Best Western Marion Hotel

Best Western Marion Hotel
Marion
NT$2,432
NT$2,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Best Western Marion Hotel
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, desk, chair, and a television.
A golf course with a flagstick, trees, and a water hazard.
A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a covered parking area.

Comfort Inn & Suites Marion I-57

Comfort Inn & Suites Marion I-57
Marion
NT$3,133
NT$3,759 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Comfort Inn & Suites Marion I-57
A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a fireplace, seating area, and a staircase.
A breakfast area with wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, a toaster, and a sign reading "Breakfast Corner".
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.
A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a staircase, a fireplace, and seating areas.

Baymont by Wyndham Marion

Baymont by Wyndham Marion
Marion
NT$2,717
NT$3,259 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Baymont by Wyndham Marion
A lobby with a sofa, chairs, a fireplace, a clock, and framed pictures on the wall.
A Fairgrounds Inn building with a beige facade, multiple windows, and a snow-covered roof.
A reception desk with the sign 'FAIRGROUNDS INN' and a horse-themed artwork above it.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a metal ladder, and lounge chairs in the background.

Fairgrounds Inn

Fairgrounds Inn
Du Quoin
NT$2,859
NT$3,173 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Fairgrounds Inn
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Top Carbondale Hotel Reviews

Best Western Saluki Inn

Best Western Saluki Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Property is becoming dated but it was clean and well-maintained. Mattress was quite comfortable. Convenient to restaurants, stores, and SIU."
Phil 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Best Western Saluki Inn
Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area

Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was great 👍"
Cedric 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area
Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

10/10 Excellent
"Giving 5 stars. Staff was great and room was very clean."
Adam 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale
Hampton Inn Carbondale

Hampton Inn Carbondale

10/10 Excellent
"Super friendly staff!"
Geoffrey 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hampton Inn Carbondale
Quality Inn Carbondale University area

Quality Inn Carbondale University area

10/10 Excellent
"Easy to check in good staffs"
Emma 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Quality Inn Carbondale University area

Frequently asked questions

What's Carbondale like for family-friendly vacations?
The welcoming destination of Carbondale is a great choice if you've been considering a vacation with the kids. The sporting events, restaurants, and hiking trails are just a few things that make this an attractive spot for a family vacation. Take to the air and fly into Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA), which is located 11.3 mi (18.3 km) from the city center.
What's the best hotel when traveling with kids to Carbondale?
Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area is a hotel with an indoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Carbondale?
The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 76°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 39°F. Average annual precipitation for Carbondale is 56 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Carbondale?
While you are visiting Carbondale, you might want to round up the kiddos and make time to see interesting attractions such as Banterra Center and African American Museum of Southern Illinois. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like MTN Dew Park and Makanda Boardwalk.
What's the best way for us to get around Carbondale?
To venture out into the surrounding area, ride aboard one of the trains from Carbondale Station. Carbondale might not have many public transit options so consider renting a car to explore more.

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