Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Bloomington with free breakfast and airport shuttle service

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
Seasonal outdoor pool
Reception
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
604 1/2 I.A.A. Drive, Bloomington, IL, 61701
  • OSF St. Joseph Medical Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Illinois Wesleyan University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Illinois State University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (with Sofabed)

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Bloomington

Within a short walk of Eastland Mall, Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of OSF St. Joseph Medical Center Augustine Hall. This hotel has 95 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Eastland Mall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • OSF St. Joseph Medical Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Illinois Wesleyan University - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Illinois State University - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Uptown Station - 6 min drive
  • Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel

Hotel in Bloomington with free breakfast and airport shuttle service
Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle (available on request). The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning or laundry, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a computer station.
49-inch LED TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs and hair dryers, and pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets ensure a restful night. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • 525 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1985
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-5 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available during limited hours). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also a car charging station.

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from July to September.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Best Western Plus Bloomington East
Best Plus Bloomington East
Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel Hotel
Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel Bloomington
Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel Hotel Bloomington

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's location in Bloomington, and it's within a short 9-minute walk of Eastland Mall. You'll also find Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts and Grossinger Motors Arena within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from July until September.

Is Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a soaking tub and a pillowtop mattress as well as a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Will Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel?

The closest major airport to Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel is Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional), which is 2.9 mi away (6 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel?

No, at Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 499 out of 959 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 959 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 959 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 959 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 959 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I liked the cleanliness. I didn’t like my cable TV cutting out every 35 to 45 minutes the entire 3 day stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrance

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for my needs, being close to the hospital
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

israel, Noblesville

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Wendell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Audrey

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean. No complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Bement

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Roy

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bathtub had holes in it. Heater made loud noises whenever fan was on. You could barely walk between bed and dresser. Sketchy area around hotel. If this is Best Western Plus, what does Best Western Minus look like ?
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only stayed for one night, but everything was excellent. The staff was wonderful and very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Misty

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

Nice friendly staff

Clean hotel within Minutes from the Bloomington Regional airport. Free shuttle from hotel was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugenia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Timothy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ginny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024