Country Garden & Suites

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Hallway
Exterior
Lobby
Lobby

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
  • Benton City Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Franklin County Fairgrounds
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • I-57 Drag Strip
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, 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

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Scooter's Coffee Drive-Thru - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant - ‬15 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 an ATM, a vending machine, and a TV in a common area.
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.

Languages

English

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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.

How much does it cost to stay at Country Garden & Suites?

As of Jul 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Country Garden & Suites on Aug 3, 2025 start from $80.1, 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 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 parking available on site 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.

Is Country Garden & Suites a good place to stay for couples?

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, at Country Garden & Suites, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Country Garden & Suites Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 480 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 480 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 480 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 108 out of 480 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 84 out of 480 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

6/10 Okay

Marta

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Alice

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

Hard to find.

The sign was hard to find and the place did not have its own entrance. You had to enter through another business. Once you got in it was clean and comfortable but we went around at least 3 times - with GPS - before we saw the sign and figured how to get to it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

brandy

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

6/10 Okay

Alex

Liked: Staff & service
Can tell they have tried to update it in areas, it’s outdated but for $68 it’s a value. It was clean .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is a little run down, but the bed was suprisingly SUPER comfortable and it was very clean. If you are in Benton, I would stay here again rather than making the drive to Marion or Mt. Vernon, and the price was good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jasmin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I tried to give it the benefit of the doubt for the price but dirty room and found a roach. People constantly trying to get into our room. Ended our stay 3 days early and found somewhere else to stay. Says it’s smoke free but the entire building smells like they sprayed air freshener to mask the cigarette smell.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Janie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean rooms, breakfast, reasonable rates
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean rooms, breakfast,
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, breakfast every day, clean rooms, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tony

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

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was extremely cheap. It was extremely clean. It didn’t smell like marijuana like most hotel rooms too. They were slot machine, machines, free alcohol and it was very comfortable and I enjoyed my time there. My wife and I felt safe and it was great as we went and watched our kid play Division I college football. It’s awesome to have a place that doesn’t break the bank and is comfortable and has stuff for you to do.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Curtis, Olive Branch

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is old. Pictures on line do not properly describe the property. The beds in the double rooms are full size not queens. There was water damage in the bathroom. The property had a musty smell. You could not regulate the water temp in the shower. It would be great and then freezing cold then scalding hot without touching the water. Not the worst place I've stayed, and I've stayed in allot of places but close.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Maria

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

One of the worst experiences

I didn't even get to stay. I got in early, and they offered early check in for a $30 fee. I was willing to pay that, but they would not honor the amount that was quoted by your website
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024