Historical Hotels in Central Illinois, IL

"Ran out of some food (fruit and meat). Few ants in the bathroom, work on the outside and no direct line to the front desk. "

"A great hotel with all the high-end amenities but with a boutique vibe. Truly a gem in the C-U area. But please note that even though the hotel has "extended parking on-site" and a "24hr free roundtrip airport shuttle," it is not a "park-stay-fly" hotel. When I checked in, I asked about the extended parking, which was confirmed by the front desk. I also asked about the airport shuttle, specifically taking me to the airport the next morning and picking me up from the airport 5 days later. All of that was confirmed, including my flight details and my departure and arrival dates. It was only the next morning that the manager repeatedly informed me that they would tow my car away if they saw it in the lot at the same spot for a few days. I now understand that the "extended parking" only applies if you are also staying at the hotel for an extended period, and the shuttle is intended for guests who do not have a car, not as a convenience for guests who stay and park at the hotel. The manager was gracious enough to let me pass this one time, but I won't plan on this in the future. Too bad, as it soured my experience at the hotel. Side note, to quell the hotel management's concerns, I am clearly not a college student bound for a spring break destination. I am a 60-year-old senior executive, traveling to visit my 87-year-old mother. I truly hope my car is still in the "extended on-site parking" lot when I return. "

"Property outside and in common areas seemed nice. First room assigned had issues with the door lock light would go green and you could turn the handle but the handle would break loose before you could open the door. Once inside carpet was ripped up the handle for the bathroom was extremely loose. Springs were felt throughout and pillows were flat. All furniture was scratched and dinged up. After plumbing issues we got moved to a different with laminate flooring that was shifting and popping up as you walked over it. Floors were sticky upon arrival. Hair on bathroom floor and in sink. Black marks on lamp shades and shower curtain, outlet cover not screwed in and garbage under the bed skirt. Bed sheets looked like they were just re tucked in not changed. Was over charged on what pet fee was listed and got random charges in the middle of the night. All this may sound nit picky but for $135 a night I expect a little more."