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Fairgrounds Inn

2.0 star property
Travelers relax by the crackling lobby fireplace or explore nearby shopping districts before taking a refreshing dip in the indoor pool to recharge

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Fairgrounds Inn, in a prime shopping district, welcomes guests with a hearty breakfast buffet and inviting fireplace. Features include an indoor pool, express check-out, business center, and free self-parking. Guests consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Du Quoin, Fairgrounds Inn is in the entertainment district. Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center and The Science Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pinckneyville Fairgrounds and Franklin County Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at DuQuoin State Fairgrounds or Banterra Center.
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Map
1520 S Washington St, Du Quoin, IL, 62832

What's nearby

  • DuQuoin State Fairgrounds - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Southern Illinois University - 27 min drive - 22.6 miles
  • Rend Lake - 30 min drive - 27.5 miles
  • Giant City State Park - 44 min drive - 33.7 miles
  • Lake of Egypt - 54 min drive - 47.9 miles

Getting around

  • Du Quoin Station - 4 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The W - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Fairgrounds Inn

Hotel in a shopping district
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby at Fairgrounds Inn. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, a computer station, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 59 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher

Property is also known as

Fairgrounds Du Quoin
Fairgrounds Inn
Fairgrounds Inn Du Quoin
Fairgrounds Inn Du Quoin Hotel Duquoin
Fairgrounds Inn Hotel
Fairgrounds Inn Du Quoin
Fairgrounds Inn Hotel Du Quoin

Frequently asked questions

Does Fairgrounds Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Fairgrounds Inn?

As of Jan 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairgrounds Inn on Jan 21, 2026 start from $109.99, 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.

Is Fairgrounds Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Fairgrounds Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Fairgrounds Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Fairgrounds Inn located?

Situated in the entertainment district, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from DuQuoin State Fairgrounds and 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Keys Park. Beaver Lake and Pyramid State Recreation Area are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Fairgrounds Inn Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 386 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 386 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 386 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 386 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 386 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is amazing. Room is very clean, staff is extremely friendly. Very happy with this choice. Already made a second reservation for February as we are in town monthly for a flea market.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed with the family and they made sure that we had rooms next to each other. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michael J

Room was clean but dated. Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Older hotel but clean, comfortable & air worked well. Great location for the fair. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn E

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was great. Room was ok..holes in curtains & a hole in the wall.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location for the fair
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, very ckean and staff are super helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was close to our event facility.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and affordable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Richard

The rooms were clean and the staff was friendly. Just had a problem with the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always good service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and property overall. Hotel not far from SIU Carbondale IL Grass on front needs to be cut. Good stay overall. Staff friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Good hotel

Nice, convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jill

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

First choice for race weekends

When racing in DuQuoin this is the perfect place for us to stay. We can walk to the track if needed, pool area is clean, staff is friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were staying for a race and the staff did a great job accommodating our large group
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast choices could be better. Male manager was very good Moved more comfortable chair in room for husband.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

The location is prefect when attending the fair.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Liked: Amenities
Good service and great free breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Beatrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms and polite customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet nice room good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was friendly. The hotel is older but it’s convenient for staying near the fairground
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, close to fairgrounds. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice friendly place,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great! Very clean, and the staff was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024