Hotels in Chester, Illinois

Hotels in Chester, Illinois
Chester, Illinois is known as the "home of Popeye." The creator of the cartoon of Popeye developed some of the characters from actual residents who once lived in Chester, Illinois. Tourists who come to visit Chester, Illinois can enjoy a view of the Mississippi River when they visit the Fort Kaskaskia State Historic Site. For visitors who are staying overnight, there are places that will accommodate you and your family.

Best Western Reid's Inn

The Best Western Reid's Inn is a a pet friendly hotel, which accepts pets up to twenty five pounds. Amenities include a pool, fitness center, hot tub and high speed Internet. They offer a complimentary breakfast. Forty-six rooms with a microwave, refrigerator and cable television with HBO are available. The Reids' Harvest House Smorgasbord is located near the hotel.

2150 State Street
Chester, Illinois, 62233-1100
618-826-3034

The Stone House

The Stone House was once a Presbyterian Church in 1846. This Bed and Breakfast has three guest bedrooms, a sitting parlor complete with a fireplace, an upper and lower level porch, and two and a half baths. Each bedroom includes a special theme that include the North African Room, The River Room, and the Bedouin Room. A full breakfast is served in the formal dining room or on the porch each morning. If guests are looking for a quiet way to spend the evening, there is a full video library as well as board and card games to choose from. It is advised that the Stone House is not suitable for children under seven years of age.

509 W. Harrison
Chester, Illinois 62233
(618) 604-9106

Country Cabins

Guests can enjoy the country and wild-life while staying at the Country Cabins which are located in Rockwood, Illinois, about five miles from Chester. The cabins include two bedrooms with a hot tub, fireplace and a gas grill. Guests can bring their pets, as there are dog crates and a dog dishs available. Other amenities include breakfast, a blow dryer, coffee pot, a crib, dishwasher, pots and pans, DVD player, refrigerator, microwave, movies and games. Dining and shopping locations are about ten to thirty minutes away from the cabins.

4734 Palestine Rd
Chester IL 62233
618-774-9252

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