Route 66 Hotel, Springfield, Illinois, Springfield
About the Hotel
The Route 66 Hotel and Conference Center, located in Springfield, Illinois, is notable for being the first Holiday Inn on the historic Route 66. This hotel features a unique mini museum that showcases vintage vehicles and memorabilia from the iconic Mother Road. Positioned conveniently between Chicago and St. Louis, it offers a blend of modern amenities and nostalgic charm.
Location
Situated just 15 kilometers from the Illinois State Capitol, the Route 66 Hotel is a short drive from notable attractions such as the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum and the Illinois State Fair. The hotel is easily accessible from major highways, making it convenient for travelers coming from St. Louis and Chicago. Springfield Airport is also a brief drive away.
Rooms
The hotel provides 108 guest rooms equipped with modern comforts, including remote control cable TVs, coffee pots, microwaves, and mini-fridges. There are also 12 jacuzzi suites that feature large tubs, mood lighting, and music capabilities for a relaxing stay. A variety of room configurations are available, catering to families and business travelers alike.
Eat & Drink
Route 66 Restaurant & Bar serves a range of drinks and meals in a diner-style atmosphere, making it convenient for guests. The hotel also offers catering options for events, with a menu that can range from casual buffets to elegant plated dinners. Moreover, guests can enjoy weekly food specials prepared with fresh ingredients.
Leisure & Business
Guests can benefit from over 5,000 square feet of event space, suitable for meetings, weddings, and other gatherings, accommodating up to 300 attendees. The seasonal outdoor pool provides a relaxing spot for leisure, while the hotel also features a gaming center with slot machines for entertainment. Professional staff are available to assist with event planning and coordination.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- ATM/Cash machine
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Casino
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel had comfortable rooms with a good air conditioning system and a large refrigerator, but the ambiance was disrupted by noisy children running around, shouting, and banging doors. Additionally, bugs were present, causing disturbances during the night.
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The room was initially hot, but the staff quickly fixed it for me. However, the first room I stayed in was not up to par with a subpar hot tub and an icebox that never cooled down. The room reeked of stale smoke, making it quite unpleasant with no way to air it out. On the positive side, the location was convenient and close to attractions like Lake Springfield, but the service left much to be desired with issues like rude behavior and being denied entrance due to a cash deposit request.
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