Country Garden & Suites

2.0 star property
Motel in Benton with a casino and free breakfast

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Lobby
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Lobby

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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711 West Main Street, Benton, IL, 62812
  • Place, Benton City Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Franklin County Fairgrounds
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, I-57 Drag Strip
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Benton

Country Garden & Suites places you within a short walk of Benton City Park and within a mile (2 km) of Benton Civic Center. This 44-room motel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like a casino 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 - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Rend Lake - 4 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • I-57 Drag Strip - 5 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Du Quoin Station - 32 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Scooter's Coffee Drive-Thru - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Country Garden & Suites

Motel in Benton with a casino and free breakfast
Guests staying at Country Garden & Suites enjoy a casino, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities. There's free parking if you drive. 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 vending machine, a TV in a common area, and an ATM.
Guests can expect to find 55-inch TVs with digital channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and phones are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • 6 slot machines
  • Casino (108 square feet of space)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids stay free when using existing bedding

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 15 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, debit cards, and cash
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—-5:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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, debit cards, and cash.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Country Garden & Suites?

Country Garden & Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of Country Garden & Suites?

This motel is located in Benton, a short 9-minute walk from Benton City Park and also 16 minutes on foot from Benton Civic Center. You'll also find Franklin County Fairgrounds and I-57 Drag Strip within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Country Garden & Suites?

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

Does Country Garden & Suites have a casino at the property?

Yes, Country Garden & Suites has a casino that's 108 square feet and includes 6 slot machines.

Is there an indoor pool at Country Garden & Suites?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Country Garden & Suites?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a casino and free breakfast.

Does Country Garden & Suites have a hot tub?

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

Does Country Garden & Suites feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Country Garden & Suites offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Country Garden & Suites allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Country Garden & Suites for a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Country Garden & Suites?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Country Garden & Suites?

The closest major airport to Country Garden & Suites is Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional), which is 21.2 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Country Garden & Suites?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Country Garden & Suites.

Reviews

Country Garden & Suites Reviews

6.2

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 497 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 497 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 497 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 109 out of 497 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 89 out of 497 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

8/10 Good

Veldon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very nice for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kailynn

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel. Appears to be in the process of being upgraded in terms of room furniture.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rita

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
There was a Waffle House within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Wendy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The young man at the front desk was Very nice. The room was dirty, sticky floors, chips on floor, shower temperature hot or cold streams.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Justen

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

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Staff & service
A clean room with simple check in
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adam

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

Worst caae of catfish in a hotel

From pulling into the parking lot it looked run down and not like the pics on the site. Going against my gut, we went in thinking that maybe they hadnt redone the outside. But upon walking in you could smell an undeniable scent of wet decay. We grabbed our room keys and headed onward. The whole hotel stunk and it looked nothing like the photos! There were cobwebs on the wall and bugs. We didn't even sit our bags down. Ww told the front desk we would not be staying and they didn't care. They aaked if we wanted different rooms, at that point i waa tryung to find a different hotel. I waa also trying to file a grievance and get a refund. I walked out without a refund feeling like i needed a shower. Do Not believe the pics for this hotel!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald, Greenwood

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very old facility and it looks it. No PM security, entrance doors open all night, desk attendant had to be searched for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caylie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness
The external doors into the facility were left open, one was propped open and use of the room key was needed to gain entry.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Frederick, Dugger

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Around 1:30 am multiple people were trying to get into the room. Felt very unsafe. My husband was there on a fishing trip and probably won’t ever stay there again due to this occurring.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lynda

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Karen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very run down and dirty. Everything in the room was very dusty and random hair was noted on the walls and bed quilt. The towels were tiny and felt like sandpaper. We paid in advance and almost left but it made for a very uncomfortable night. Would NOT recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Liked: Staff & service
Easy to get to off the interstate
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Dave

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

just ok

keys didn't work later in the evening. Had to get replacement key cards.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the little casino!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gina, Minnetonka

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The office person was very nice and accommodating, the room was large with a comfortable bed, nicely decorated. More choices for breakfast. Conveniently located off the highway. The only thing I did not like was that the side entrance was not secure. It was left unlocked, not like most motel/motels that need a key card for entry. Also fairly priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025