Best Western Saluki Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel in Carbondale with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Indoor pool
Bar (on property)
Lobby
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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801 N Giant City Rd, Carbondale, IL, 62902
  • Place, Southern Illinois Healthcare
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Carbondale

Located within a 5-minute walk of Southern Illinois Healthcare, Best Western Saluki Inn is within a mile (2 km) of African American Museum of Southern Illinois. This 65-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Southern Illinois Healthcare - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Southern Illinois University - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • SIH Medical Group - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Railroaders Memorial - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Memorial Hospital of Carbondale - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 8 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Best Western Saluki Inn

Hotel in Carbondale with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center
At Best Western Saluki Inn, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Additional amenities include a business center, a computer station, and an arcade/game room.
40-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Indoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per pet, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 20 per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 20.00 per day

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 20 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • 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 close to Best Western Saluki Inn?

This hotel is located in Carbondale, a short 16-minute walk from African American Museum of Southern Illinois and also 17 minutes on foot from The Science Center. You'll also find Railroaders Memorial and Jeremy Rochman Memorial Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Best Western Saluki Inn?

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

Does Best Western Saluki Inn include a casino on the premises?

No, Best Western Saluki Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western Saluki Inn?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Best Western Saluki Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include pillowtop mattresses and free Internet access.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Saluki Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Best Western Saluki Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Best Western Saluki Inn offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Best Western Saluki Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Best Western Saluki Inn for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. A deposit of USD 20 per day is collected.

Does Best Western Saluki Inn have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to Best Western Saluki Inn?

The closest major airport to Best Western Saluki Inn is Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional), which is 11.9 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Western Saluki Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Saluki Inn.

Best Western Saluki Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 365 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 350 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 1001 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina

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

Very Restful Stay

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

John, Streamwood

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Angel

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

justina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Takhia

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio

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

6/10 Okay

Eugene

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

SIUC Orientation

This was an overnight trip. Overall, I would say the hotel and experience was good. I know this is a pet friendly hotel but one guest had two VERY large size dogs. Not sure if there's a limit or the hotel has certain rooms for pets.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Keisha was wonderful. Cheerful and kind, answered my questions, made me smile. I needed a smile. Thank you .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shawnee

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cecil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

The room smelled of mildew and there were flies in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Woohyeon

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Dale

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Clean, comfortable and friendly staff. Was nice to have the sports bar on site.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No one was at the libby for early check out. I even called the lobby while in the lobby, along with anoth guest. No one answered. The pool was dirty, even moldy steps and what looked like a diaper in it. And the bathroom is extremely small. The welcoming staff was nice very nice though!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was very clean, shower was amazing. Coffee downstairs was really good. Our air conditioning was not great, couldn't really get our room as cool as we'd like. The elevator smelled like burning electrical, told the staff, they were unconcerned! Other than that everything was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Keith

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

roger

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alfonso

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms are dirty, and there were ants in the bed and on the furniture. I would never return to this line of hotels again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was good experience staying at the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
Love the wood floors instead of carpet in most hotels. The room smelled fresh like a natural scent instead of chemical cleaners like other hotels. That’s a big deal to me and the HVAC unit is quiet and works well. I would always suggest updating the bathroom a little bit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tricia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Weird people in and out of the property all night. Loud parties. Language barrier room was not cleaned before check in. Broken amenities in room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peyton

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Teagan

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was really cold and had a lot of stuff floating, wasn’t very clear. Bathroom in the room was visibly dirty and had a mildew odor - we could tell it was barely, if at all, wiped down. Neither plug ins in the lamp worked. The faucet in the sink area was extremely powerful and sprayed us and everywhere around the sink when we turned it on. Hidden $20 pet fee *per night* upon check in. Overall very unimpressed with the stay for the price we payed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025