Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57

2.5 star property

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A multi-story hotel with balconies, large windows, and a parking lot.
A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a hand dryer.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a red door.
A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and shower curtain.
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a red and black base.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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706 W. Main Street, Benton, IL, 62812
  • Place, Benton City Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Benton Civic Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Rend Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Room, Non Smoking (2 Full Beds)

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, Smoking (2 Full Bed)

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, Smoking (Single Bed)

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, Non Smoking (Single Bed)

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Benton

Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57 places you within a leisurely stroll of Benton City Park and Benton Civic Center. This 31-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Benton City Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Benton Civic Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Franklin County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Rend Lake - 3 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Southern Illinois University - 35 min drive - 41.2 miles

Getting around

  • Du Quoin Station - 30 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Scooter's Coffee Drive-Thru - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57

Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57 features free WiFi in public areas and a fireplace in the lobby. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
32-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Refrigerators, microwaves, and phones are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57?

This motel is located in Benton, a short 9-minute walk from Benton City Park and also 12 minutes on foot from Benton Civic Center. You'll also find Franklin County Fairgrounds and Rend Lake within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57 on Jun 15, 2026 start from $73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57 include a casino?

No, Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57 doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include a free daily breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57 have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57 have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57 offers free on-the-go breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57 allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57 for a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night.

Does Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57 have connecting rooms available?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57?

The closest major airport to Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57 is Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA), which is 21.2 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57.

Gray Plaza Motel Benton Rend Lake I-57 Reviews

Reviews

5.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 7 reviews

5.2/10

Cleanliness

5.2/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheap stay.

No breakfast. Not even coffee.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Walter

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
needs improvement
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
smelled funny, a/c struggle to try chill room, paint peeling, outside dirty also---nothing to recommend
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Tony

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Mold Motel

rude staff, filthy rooms with mold on the walls and ceilings. AC did not work well. Please do not stay at this place. My recommendation would be to have a wrecking ball take it down and turn it into a parking lot.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lee

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bad night in Benton

Rooms are supposed to have refrigerator microwave they have neither the non-smoking room has cigarette burn Mark all over the carpet the sheets the comforter rooms basically in terrible shape no adjustment on AC either on or off zero water coming out of shower head had to remove it to take a shower need i say more no continental breakfast as advertised manager said he would go to Walmart and buy me a couple donuts
Verified

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Older place but clean and comfortable.

We attended the Street Machine Nationals in DuQuoin IL and usually getting any motel nearby is tough and expensive that weekend. The price was reasonable, the motel is older but the rooms were clean. The people working there were friendly and tried hard to take care of whatever we needed. If you're looking for a high end fancy hotel this won't be it, but if you're happy with a comfortable bed and friendly staff at a reasonable price you'll be happy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort