Fairgrounds Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel in Du Quoin with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Balcony
Exterior
Indoor pool
Reception
Reception

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1520 S Washington St, Du Quoin, IL, 62832
  • Place, DuQuoin State Fairgrounds
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Keys Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

About the neighborhood

Du Quoin

Located within a leisurely stroll of DuQuoin State Fairgrounds, Fairgrounds Inn is within a few miles (5 km) of Keys Park. This 59-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • DuQuoin State Fairgrounds - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Keys Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Southern Illinois University - 34 min drive - 22.8 miles
  • I-57 Drag Strip - 39 min drive - 27.3 miles
  • Rend Lake - 44 min drive - 23.2 miles

Getting around

  • Du Quoin Station - 4 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The W - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Fairgrounds Inn

Hotel in Du Quoin with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
At Fairgrounds Inn, guests have access to an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Sofa beds, microwaves, and free local calls are also available. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor 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 uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding (children may not be eligible for free breakfast)

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 15.00 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Fairgrounds Du Quoin
Fairgrounds Inn
Fairgrounds Inn Du Quoin
Fairgrounds Inn Du Quoin Hotel Duquoin
Fairgrounds Inn Hotel
Fairgrounds Inn Du Quoin
Fairgrounds Inn Hotel Du Quoin

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Fairgrounds Inn?

Fairgrounds Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Fairgrounds Inn?

This hotel is located in Du Quoin within a short 15-minute walk of DuQuoin State Fairgrounds. Keys Park is also within a driving distance of 2.3 mi.

Is there parking available at Fairgrounds Inn?

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

Does Fairgrounds Inn have a casino at the property?

No, Fairgrounds Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Fairgrounds Inn?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Fairgrounds Inn?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool, free breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Does Fairgrounds Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does Fairgrounds Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Fairgrounds Inn offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Fairgrounds Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Fairgrounds Inn for a fee of USD 15.00 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Fairgrounds Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Fairgrounds Inn?

The closest major airport to Fairgrounds Inn is Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional), which is 29.1 mi away (42 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Fairgrounds Inn?

No, at Fairgrounds Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Fairgrounds Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 367 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 367 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 367 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 367 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 367 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Richard

The rooms were clean and the staff was friendly. Just had a problem with the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness
No Ice on 2nd floor, breakfast was so so
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the race track
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was fine. No coffee was ready. Waffles were available. We went to MvDonalds. I had seen other folks post about poor breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

DANNY

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was close to our event facility.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast choices could be better. Male manager was very good Moved more comfortable chair in room for husband.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrea

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Enjoyed staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Keri

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ac quit working due ti transformer that blew the microwave stand in our room was about to fall over the counters in the lobby where nasty sticky dirty no ac in hall way or breakfast area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Not so great

The bed was clean and comfortable, but the shower and toilet left the floor wet. The floor in the room was filthy. If I walked barefoot, my feet were black. Not impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Krista

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always good service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ralph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and property overall. Hotel not far from SIU Carbondale IL Grass on front needs to be cut. Good stay overall. Staff friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and affordable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

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

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Traveled with family
Breakfast was sparse. 1 piece of loaf bread for toast and 3 every thing bagels and make your own waffle. No eggs, meat, gravy or biscuits. No fruit or cereal. Milk and Orange juice and but no water. Coffee was terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently close to the Fairgrounds
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For a king size bed, it had four (4) small pillows. They were placed two (2) on one side and two (2) on the other side. Shower nozzle was for a tall person 6 ft 3in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

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

8/10 Good

Nick

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025