Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG

3.5 star property

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1301 Avenue Of Mid America, Effingham, IL, 62401
  • Place, Effingham Performance Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Sara
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Eastern Illinois University
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobility)

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Living Area)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds (Living Area)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible (Mobility, Access Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living Area)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Effingham

Within a short walk of Effingham Performance Center, Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG is within 2 miles (3 km) of TREC Calico Trail. This 3.5-star hotel has 112 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Located centrally in Effingham, it's connected to the convention center and also close to HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital and Evergreen Bark Park.

What's nearby

  • Effingham Performance Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Effingham County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Lake Sara - 7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Eastern Illinois University - 39 min drive - 49.2 miles
  • Lake Shelbyville - 41 min drive - 34.8 miles

Getting around

  • Effingham Station - 8 min drive
  • Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Niemerg's Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG

Guests staying at Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG enjoy an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a 24-hour business center.
37-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • TK Grille

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 16 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • 5,277 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 16 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (55 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 4 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 15 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to noon.
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG?

Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG on Jul 5, 2026 start from $109, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG?

This hotel is located in Effingham within a short 13-minute walk of Effingham Performance Center. You'll also find Lake Sara and Cardinal Golf Course within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG have a casino at the property?

No, Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Does Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG have a hot tub?

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

Does Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at TK Grille.

Will Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG have connecting rooms available?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG.

Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 467 out of 687 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 687 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 687 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 687 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 687 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet room. Friendly staff. Easy access to all you need and the hwy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
easy arrival, nice room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
One of the nicest hotels I’ve ever stayed at. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place with bar and restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel! The staff are very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Keshanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The jacuzzi was awesome and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

Billy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
good restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
All of the above!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like everything there it's a really nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jodi

The bar and food here is impeccable! Rooms need a bit of updating and extra care in spaces but the locals come here to eat and drink because it is so good!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Restaurant and hotel bar were delicious. Food was great and service was wonderful. Room was very clean. Bed was lovely. Better than night before at a Hyatt. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a King room. It was very clean and spacious. Staff was friendly and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very good. Enjoyed being able to dine in the hotel. It had been a long day driving, so that was inviting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to restaurants & shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Amanda Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Georgiann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location for my trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Quiet hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel with a great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Lisa

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