--- title: "Weekend Getaways in Princeton, IL from $57 | Expedia" description: "Discover the best weekend getaways in Princeton. Browse hotels and vacation deals at Expedia for a perfect short escape." canonical: "https://www.expedia.com/tgp/lodging/theme/getaway/9415/princeton" language: en-US market: US currency: USD prices_as_of: 2026-11-13T13:12:57Z --- # Weekend getaways in Princeton ![A red covered bridge over a calm river, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9415/d78e4954-f4ec-4965-b069-03c8886c9277.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ### Upfront pricing Our total price for your stay includes taxes and fees ### Treat yourself Save 10% or more on over 100,000 hotels worldwide with Member Prices [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates [Check prices for these dates, December 13 – 14, 2026](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=9415&startDate=2026-12-13&endDate=2026-12-14&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Featured weekend hotel deals in Princeton ### [AmericInn by Wyndham Princeton IL](https://www.expedia.com/Ottawa-Hotels-AmericInn-By-Wyndham-Princeton-IL.h2126824.Hotel-Information) ![A spacious living area with a high ceiling, stone wall, and a fireplace. There is a seating area with a sofa and armchairs, and a television on a stand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2130000/2126900/2126824/a48f4679.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 2120 Claude Bailey Pkwy, Princeton, IL, 61356, US - Location: Princeton - Star rating: 3/5 - Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 588 reviews) - Price: $156 nightly, $345 total, Nov 20 - Nov 22, Total with taxes and fees ### [Super Rest Inn](https://www.expedia.com/Princeton-Hotels-Super-Rest-Inn.h93677977.Hotel-Information) ![An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a ladder, and a colorful inflatable ring.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93680000/93678000/93677977/ee866ddf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 2929 N Main St, Princeton, IL, 61356, US - Location: Princeton - Star rating: 2.5/5 - Guest rating: 7.8/10 (Good, 253 reviews) - Price: $57 nightly (was $171), $125 total, Nov 20 - Nov 22, Total with taxes and fees ### [Comfort Inn](https://www.expedia.com/Princeton-Hotels-Comfort-Inn.h92197116.Hotel-Information) ![A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and various appliances.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92200000/92197200/92197116/63052160.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 2238 N Main St, Princeton, IL, 61356, US - Location: Princeton - Star rating: 2.5/5 - Guest rating: 8/10 (Very good, 82 reviews) - Price: $118 nightly, $263 total, Nov 20 - Nov 22, Total with taxes and fees ### [Econo Lodge Princeton](https://www.expedia.com/Ottawa-Hotels-Econo-Lodge-Princeton.h25022.Hotel-Information) ![An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a tiled floor, and white lounge chairs along the edge.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25100/25022/3dde62b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 2200 N Main St, Princeton, IL, 61356, US - Location: Princeton - Star rating: 2/5 - Guest rating: 6.2/10 (414 reviews) - Price: $64 nightly, $142 total, Nov 20 - Nov 22, Total with taxes and fees ## Top Princeton Hotel Reviews ### [AmericInn by Wyndham Princeton IL](https://www.expedia.com/Ottawa-Hotels-AmericInn-By-Wyndham-Princeton-IL.h2126824.Hotel-Information) ![A spacious living area with a high ceiling, stone wall, and a fireplace. There is a seating area with a sofa and armchairs, and a television on a stand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2130000/2126900/2126824/a48f4679.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 2120 Claude Bailey Pkwy, Princeton, IL, 61356, US - Location: Princeton - Star rating: 3/5 - Guest rating: 9/10 (588 reviews) - Review: This is by far the best hotel in the Princeton area. It is usually the most expensive too, but it’s completely worth it. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The staff is friendly and accommodating. The breakfast is great and replenished often. The lobby is rustic and really comfortable. It’s right off the highway and near fast food restaurants and gas stations and Walmart is a sneeze away as well. I always stay here when visiting family in the area and will continue to do so as long as they are..., by Dana, December 28, 2018, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru](https://www.expedia.com/Ottawa-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-Peru.h42014.Hotel-Information) ![A modern lounge area with blue chairs, a fireplace, and a kitchen in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/42100/42014/d448eb14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Peru - Review: This is the only hotel I stay at when I'm visiting my family!! The staff is always so friendly & courteous!! The rooms are very clean & comfortable. The price is reasonable compared to the other hotels in the area & I feel that this hotel is just as good as they are, if not better! There are several restaurants in the surrounding area and a few shopping centers. The one place I would recommend for any one to go see is Starved Rock State Park! I grew up in this area & spent a lot of time there...., by Tammy, March 8, 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Hampton Inn & Suites Peru](https://www.expedia.com/Ottawa-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-Peru.h3859038.Hotel-Information) ![An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a ceiling painted in blue.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3859100/3859038/4cf8ad6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Peru - Review: Staff was very friendly and helpful. Mary helped us out with an early check in for a wedding we were attending and made our trip that much easier., by Paul, October 31, 2022, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Peru - Lasalle Area by IHG](https://www.expedia.com/Ottawa-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-Peru-Lasalle-Area.h2994862.Hotel-Information) ![A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, columns, and a brick facade.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994900/2994862/1dd7aa06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: La Salle - Review: The staff is very friendly and nice. From the front desk to the cleaning crew. Everyone we encountered was so pleasant. Rooms are very nice, the hotel is updated. Breakfast was nice but limited. Location was close to everything, Starbucks, taco bell, arbys, and stores. Location is close off of highway, but not right on the highway., by Amber, April 9, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Super Rest Inn](https://www.expedia.com/Princeton-Hotels-Super-Rest-Inn.h93677977.Hotel-Information) ![An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a ladder, and a colorful inflatable ring.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93680000/93678000/93677977/ee866ddf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 2929 N Main St, Princeton, IL, 61356, US - Location: Princeton - Star rating: 2.5/5 - Guest rating: 7.8/10 (253 reviews) - Review: Great, by Rolando, October 31, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock](https://www.expedia.com/Ottawa-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Oglesby-Starved-Rock.h21068.Hotel-Information) ![An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and a ceiling fan. There are potted plants and a white fence around the pool.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21100/21068/933ac314.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Oglesby - Review: Very comfortable bed and quiet room. Check-in was friendly and easy. I would recommend choosing this hotel for a restful stay., by Nancy, June 18, 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Quality Inn & Suites Mendota near I-39](https://www.expedia.com/Ottawa-Hotels-Quality-Inn-Suites.h119306.Hotel-Information) ![An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by a tiled deck and a few chairs.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/119400/119306/17c40c09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Mendota - Review: After a long drive into the evening it was great to have a place to relax., by Anonymous traveler, August 6, 2017, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park](https://www.expedia.com/Ottawa-Hotels-Quality-Inn.h5646.Hotel-Information) ![A dining area with wooden flooring, tables, and chairs. There are ceiling fans, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5700/5646/b10968ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: La Salle - Review: Wonderful experience Shelley at the front desk went above and beyond our expectations Gave us some ideas on places to see. Couldn’t of been happier with her recommendations, by kelly, August 4, 2022, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park](https://www.expedia.com/Ottawa-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-By-Wyndham-Peru-Starved-Rock-State-Park.h151149.Hotel-Information) ![A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/160000/151200/151149/061e8e3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Peru - Review: Pool was ice cold, and hot tub wasn't very hot, but hotel was clean, breakfast was good, and nice place to stay, by william, November 7, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park](https://www.expedia.com/Ottawa-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Peru-Starved-Rock-State-Park.h49567.Hotel-Information) ![A reception desk with a glass panel design, a framed welcome sign, and a patterned wall.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49600/49567/e9eaab54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: La Salle - Review: The Super 8 Peru IL was situated perfectly for the airshow at the local airport. It was 5 minutes away, with fast food next door., by Anonymous traveler, May 16, 2021, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock](https://www.expedia.com/Ottawa-Hotels-Grand-Bear-Resort-At-Starved-Rock.h1500830.Hotel-Information) ![An indoor water park with a large pool, waterfalls, and a wooden play structure.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1510000/1500900/1500830/02ac7a1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Utica - Review: Kid friendly, wished the water was more warmer, by Carla, February 17, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent ## Find out more about Princeton ##### Weekend Getaways in Princeton Weekend getaways in Princeton are a popular short-break option for couples, solo travelers, and groups of friends looking to relax, explore, or enjoy a change of scenery without extensive planning. Couples can enjoy relaxed experiences such as dining, scenic walks, or cultural activities, while solo travelers can explore flexible itineraries that balance sightseeing and downtime. If its a group trip, explore social, entertainment-focused experiences that fit into a short trip. Weekend travel generally peaks on Friday and Saturday nights, with a slightly quieter pace on Sundays, making it an ideal window for quick, refreshing breaks. ##### Reasons to book a Weekend Getaway in Princeton Weekend getaways in Princeton are a popular short-break option that offer a simple way to recharge, break from routine, and make the most of limited time, providing the chance to experience a new place without needing extended time off work or other commitments. ##### Where to stay in Princeton For a 2–3 day stay in Princeton, the best areas are usually those that keep you close to key attractions and transport links so you can make the most of a short visit. Central neighborhoods are ideal for easy access to landmarks, dining, and nightlife, while waterfront or scenic districts offer a more relaxed break with memorable views. Well-connected areas near major train stations or airports are also practical choices, making it simple to move around efficiently without wasting time on travel. Different neighborhoods can also suit different travel styles. Central and entertainment-focused areas often work well for couples looking for a mix of dining and a lively center, while solo travelers may prefer well-connected districts that offer convenience and flexibility. Group travelers often benefit from busy areas with plenty of entertainment, shared activities, and larger hotel options. Choosing the right neighborhood in Princeton helps balance convenience, comfort, and experience for a well-rounded short stay. ##### Top amenities for a weekend stay in Princeton When choosing a weekend stay in Princeton on Expedia, look for essentials like fast Wi-Fi, flexible check-in and check-out, and easy transport access to help you make the most of a short trip, along with comfortable bedding, climate control, and quiet rooms for proper rest between plans. Added conveniences such as on-site dining, breakfast options, and 24-hour reception can streamline your stay, while features like gyms, spas, or pools add extra value for a more relaxing break. Flexible cancellation is also helpful for keeping your weekend plans stress-free and adaptable, making it easier to enjoy a smooth, well-paced stay in Princeton. ##### Best hotel types for Weekend Getaways in Princeton Central hotels and boutique hotels are popular choices for weekend getaways in Princeton, offering easy access to attractions, dining, and local experiences. City hotels in well-connected areas are ideal for convenience, with transport links that make it easy to get around. For a more relaxed pace, residential or quieter neighborhoods provide a calmer stay while still keeping the city within easy reach. Full-service hotels are also a strong option for groups, with flexible room setups and amenities that support shared, short stays. ##### Best time to go for a Weekend Getaway in Princeton The best time for a weekend getaway in Princeton is usually during shoulder seasons, when weather conditions are pleasant and areas are less filled with tourists, creating a more relaxed travel experience. Weekends outside major holidays and local events also tend to offer a better balance of availability and comfort, making it easier to enjoy the destination at a comfortable pace. In terms of booking, confirming a stay a few weeks in advance often provides the best choice of hotels and locations, while more flexible travelers may still find good options closer to the weekend during quieter periods. Friday and Saturday nights are typically the most popular, so planning around slightly less busy weekends or adding a Sunday night can sometimes improve both value and availability. ##### Tips to save on a weekend getaway in Princeton 1. Travel during quieter weekends Choosing weekends outside major holidays, events, or peak travel periods in Princeton can often lead to better rates and more availability across a wider range of hotels. 2. Stay slightly outside the main areas Hotels in well-connected but less central neighborhoods are often more affordable, while still keeping attractions and dining within easy reach. 3. Be flexible with hotel type and room choice Opting for standard rooms or business and city hotels instead of premium or boutique stays can help reduce costs without sacrificing comfort. 4. Compare package deals for better value Weekend getaway packages that bundle hotel stays with flights can often provide better overall value than booking each element separately. ##### Why book with Expedia? Booking your hotel on Expedia makes it easier to get more out of your trip from the start. With a wide choice of hotels, you can compare prices, reviews and amenities all in one place, then bundle your hotel with flights which could help you save even more. Flexible booking options on selected stays also make it easier to plan with confidence. Join our One Key™ travel rewards program to unlock additional savings. It's free to join. ## Other language versions ```yaml hreflang: x-default: https://www.expedia.com/tgp/lodging/theme/getaway/9415/princeton en-US: https://www.expedia.com/tgp/lodging/theme/getaway/9415/princeton ```