Golden Vacations from $726

The hotel had been renovated in late 2024, so the entire property is clean and well maintained. The staff were extremely helpful and attentive! The room was very quiet & spacious. There were also plenty of electrical plugs, many with USB-A connectors. The bed was very comfortable (a make or break for me) and the bathroom super clean & functional, with unlimited hot water (also critical). The breakfast was pretty bare bones, but filling. A waffle maker, fresh fruit, & hot/cold cereals would be a nice addition, but the price of the room was so inexpensive for the quality that the owners might lose money if they added much more to the breakfast offerings. I really enjoyed the hotel’s location in the old town, overlooking the Mississippi River and bridge and just steps from Washington Park (location of the Lincoln-Douglass Senatorial campaign debate of 1858). Buildings in the old town are being renovated, and I hope it becomes a real destination that encourages visitors to stay for a few days. Right now, most of the shopping area is to the East, with blocks of national chain stores. Pretty much as cookie cutter as it gets. I would love to be able to eat at some unique restaurants, shop at local, one-of-a-kind stores, and enjoy some live music, art galleries, etc. This hotel is a real gem, and we’ll definitely be back!

Other than the front desk not always available we had no hand soap in or bathroom. But otherwise it was a great stay.