Best Western DeKalb Inn & Suites
The Best Western DeKalb Inn & Suites is located across the street from NIU and is a convenient option for families in town for graduation or sporting events. The hotel is a short hop to the Convocation Center on the NIU campus and a quick drive to the historic Egyptian Theatre, which was built in 1929. Visitors can also enjoy the yearly Corn Fest, which features free local music.
Room amenities include cable satellite television with HBO, in-room movies, alarm clock, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, free local calls and free high-speed Internet access. Guests are also offered a free continental breakfast every morning and access to a fitness center and pool.
Best Western DeKalb Inn & Suites
1212 West Lincoln Highway
DeKalb, IL 60115-2904
815-758-8661
bestwesternillinois.com
Travelodge
The Travelodge is a brisk walk from Huskie Stadium on the NIU campus and all graduation facilities, making this hotel a good choice for families visiting NIU students. Guests are also close to other area attractions such as Shabbona State Park, Ellwood House Museum Park and historic Altgeld Hall. Accommodations are simple, clean and affordable without costly frills. The Travelodge is a pet-friendly facility with free parking and room for recreational vehicles and trucks.
Room amenities include high-speed wireless Internet access, coffee maker, free local calls and television with cable. Guests are offered a free continental breakfast every morning and use of a safe deposit box if they desire.
Travelodge
1116 West Lincoln Highway
DeKalb, IL 60115
815-756-3398
dekalblodge.com
Magnuson Inn and Suites
In addition to being across the street from NIU, the Magnuson Inn and Suites is also a short trip from DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport, Kishwaukee Hospital and the Target Distribution Center. Numerous restaurants can also be reached with a short walk or drive, such as Chipotle Mexican Grill, Fatty's Bar and Grill, Molly's Eatery and O'Leary's Pub. Guest amenities include complimentary morning newspaper and continental breakfast, high-speed Internet access, free parking and laundry room.
Magnuson Inn and Suites
1314 West Lincoln Highway
Dekalb, IL 60115
877-747-8713
magnusonhotels.com
Article Written By Eirik Ott
Eirik Ott is a professional performance poet, freelance writer, graphic designer, Apple Computer enthusiast and photographer. Since graduating from Chico State University with a degree in journalism in 2000, he has written for newspapers and magazines such as "The Reno Gazette-Journal," "The Austin American-Statesman," "Bust Magazine" and "Poets & Writers Magazine." He is based in Austin, Texas.
