Monticello is home to Foster Inn Monticello. Monticello Family Bowl and Champaign County Forest Preserve District are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Monticello Railway Museum and Sholem Aquatic Center. Skateland and The Virginia Theatre are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Monticello travel guide
Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard)
33 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
3 min drive
Circle K
2 min drive
Circle K
18 min walk
Monical's Pizza
3 min drive
Dairy Queen
3 min drive
About this property
Foster Inn Monticello
Property highlights
Foster Inn Monticello provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
Free self parking and extended parking
An elevator, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
A vending machine
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Foster Inn Monticello offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Shower/tub combinations, hair dryers, and shampoo
Microwaves, cable channels, and daily housekeeping
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Grab bar in shower
Stair-free path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Cable channels
Food and drink
Microwave
Restaurant dining guides
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Air conditioning
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 9:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:30 AM
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Frequently asked questions
Is Foster Inn Monticello pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Foster Inn Monticello?
As of Sep 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Foster Inn Monticello on Oct 20, 2026 start from $69, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.
What time is check-in at Foster Inn Monticello?
Check-in start time: 9:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Foster Inn Monticello?
Check-out is at 11:30 AM.
Where is Foster Inn Monticello located?
Situated in Monticello, this motel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Monticello Family Bowl and within 3 mi (5 km) of Monticello Railway Museum and Kirby Medical Center. Mansfield City Park and Pinetree Lake are also within 20 mi (32 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Foster Inn Monticello Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
7.0
Amenities
8.8
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 175 reviews
10 - Excellent
90
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 175 reviews
8 - Good
51
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 175 reviews
6 - Okay
22
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 175 reviews
4 - Poor
5
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 175 reviews
2 - Terrible
7
Reviews
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Lee
Sep 5, 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very retro motel. Bed was very comfortable and A/C worked great. The rooms on the south side of the motel seem more modern and occupied more often than those on the north end.
Charming throwback motel in the classic style (one floor, park outside your room). The staff is very friendly and welcoming.
Only grumble is that there are no usb ports, and that's only because I forgot to bring my adapter.
It was quiet, clean. I had trouble figuring out how to plug in the lamps over the beds but finally figured it out. Bef was very comfortable and I went to sleep and slept well. Good selection of programs on the direct TV, but it was pretty loud and I was frustrated that I could not decrease the volume and/or mute it and turn on closed captioning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Jerry
Sep 5, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The first room we were in the AC unit didn’t cool . We were promptly moved to another room and the AC worked fine. The room is what some call outdated but if you like antiques you will be fine. The hotel is very small and a little out of the way. If you’re looking for a cheaper way to visit the area it works just fine.
This is a 1960’s type of motor lodge and could use updating, but it was clean and everything worked. The manager was very friendly. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Rob
Sep 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This is a place that I'd consider again. It was clean, comfortable, and reasonably priced. The staff was friendly as well. The rooms are in need of updating, but it appears that they work hard to maintain them.
Room was old and dated. Bed was comfortable.
Blood in bathroom wall noted.
Maintenance highly recommended. Broken walls and baseboards.
Room across from dog training/boarding facility. Lots of barking at 730 am.
People live at this motel.
No peep hole. Lock very weak.
I was alone and this place is far from town center.
I asked for a receipt and I was given a hand written receipt with no company name noted on receipt. (Book of receipts bought at supply store)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Emilie
Aug 6, 2024
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great motel with easy access from I-72. Felt safe.
Check in was easy, room was very clean and quiet. No USB ports and I forgot to get the wi-fi password. We were only there 12 hours and I would go there again. I loved that my car was right outside the door. Parking spaces are plenty wide. There is a fridge, coffee maker and microwave. Everything went just fine.
Outdated but very clean. Comfortable beds. Safe area Walls are a little thin. I could hear the people talking in the next room but I just turned on some white noise and slept comfortably. I would definitely stay here again.
What a great place
Lovely couple that owns and operates it
Very friendly and helpfull
Would definitely stay here again
Great value for money
Large fridge microwave
Very comfy Bed
Very basic motel, but that is all we needed. Motel is exceptionally clean and quiet despite being fully booked. The owner was very friendly and went out of his way to be helpful. The cost is especially reasonable. I would stay there again.
Our stay went very well. We were in town to visit our son at U of I. The hotel was like 20-25 mins away from the university which was ok with us. Room was very clean and neat. Friendly service. The hotel was also located in a nice quiet area as well. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review
8/10 Good
Donna
May 22, 2025
Good basic motel. It was clean and safe. No ice, food or anything more than WiFi and basic stuff like towels. But for the price it was fine.