Gateway Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in Sullivan with free parking

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Reception
Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Front of property
Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
1320 S Hamilton St, Sullivan, IL, 61951
  • The Little Theatre on the Square
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Lake Shelbyville
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Eastern Illinois University
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Decatur, IL (DEC)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Double Room

  • 26 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Sullivan

Located within a mile (2 km) of The Little Theatre on the Square, Gateway Inn is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Shelbyville. This 28-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • The Little Theatre on the Square - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Lake Shelbyville - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Wolf Creek State Park - 28 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Lake Shelbyville Beach - 47 min drive - 28.4 miles
  • Eastern Illinois University - 52 min drive - 35.0 miles

Getting around

  • Mattoon Station - 22 min drive
  • Decatur, IL (DEC) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Apple Family Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Monical Pizza Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Delites - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Traditional Sullivan Bakery - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Gateway Inn

Motel in Sullivan with free parking
If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 34-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Free local calls and hair dryers are also standard.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 34-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Gateway Inn Motel
Gateway Inn Sullivan
Gateway Inn Motel Sullivan

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Gateway Inn?

Gateway Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Gateway Inn?

As of May 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway Inn on May 18, 2025 start from $85.58, excluding 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 do near Gateway Inn?

This motel is located in Sullivan, close to The Little Theatre on the Square. Lake Shelbyville is also within a driving distance of 2.6 mi.

Is there parking available at Gateway Inn?

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

Does Gateway Inn have a casino?

No, Gateway Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Gateway Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Gateway Inn?

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

Does Gateway Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Gateway Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Gateway Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Gateway Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Gateway Inn?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Gateway Inn?

The closest major airport to Gateway Inn is Decatur, IL (DEC), which is 25 mi away (36 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Gateway Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Gateway Inn.

Gateway Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 57 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Don't judge by the outside

I was regretting my decision to book this room when I saw the outside of the motel. It is quite old. I was relieved when the room was nice and comfortable and clean. The walls had been painted, the t.v. was nice and there was a fridge with freezer and a microwave. The shower was warm and with decent pressure. Beds were fine.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vishal

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a pleasant stay. Appreciate the management.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The area is nice and quite. The only thing I didn't like is I was there four day and they only cleaned the room the first day. Plus I never got clean towels the whole time I was there
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean easy access
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Monica

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Clyde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint but nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robbie

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

Pleasantly Surprised

I was really surprised about this hotel. For being an old style hotel, it was in good shape and had a pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, nice location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricki

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Diana

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Only room left on the “good” side of the place with 2 beds was a smoking room. Don’t smoke and never have - room smelled disgusting. Property/rooms are very dated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

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

OK place to stay

This is an older property but the room was fixed up pretty well, bed was comfortable, things were clean. Nothing fancy here but was an OK budget priced overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Older property. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy.Bed was comfortable.There was a microwave and refrigerator.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Sherri

Traveled with family
The rooms we keep clean and the area was nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS, Wauwatosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice quiet stay in a small town. The owner was on site and very friendly and helpful when we had a question about the tv settings. He made coffee and was also pleasant to talk to.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with the room. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We picked the Gateway because the staff , room and location are wonderful! Been here before and will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

raymond

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing group Of people running that place Absolutely loved it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is in a good location. Grounds and room were clean and keep clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024