While best known for the university, Dekalb, Illinois has some really great hotels. So many that it’s hard to choose which one to book!
Which is exactly why we have written this article of the 7 BEST hotels near Northern Illinois University.
Written by our hotel experts, this article will make the decision easy for you so you can quickly find and book an awesome hotel.
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Cost – $$$
Distance to University – 0.6 miles to Northern Illinois University
Talk about a hotel that provides value! Boasting a pool, a fitness center, a 24-hour business center, and a 24-hour mini-mart, Hampton Inn Dekalb is an amazing hotel near Northern Illinois Hotel! Plus you can basically walk to the university!
Cost – $$
Distance to University – 0.2 miles to Northern Illinois University
You can’t get much closer to the university than this! And although it’s a budget option, there are still some great things about Red Roof Inn and Suites that are great! Including, but not limited to, free Wifi, an outdoor pool, and the crowd-favorite… 24-hour coffee!
Cost – $$$
Distance to University – 1.1 miles to Northern Illinois University
Prefer a bed and breakfast to a hotel? Then Parkside is for you! Free American or vegetarian breakfast, flatscreen TVs and friendly hosts make this an awesome stay near Northern Illinois University. You can also rent a towel for a small additional cost.
Cost – $
Distance to University – 5.5 miles to Northern Illinois University
This Motel 6 is basic – but at least it’s clean! Enjoy free Wifi, free parking, and there are vending machines on the property in case you want something to snack on.
Cost – $$$
Distance to University – 4.5 miles to Northern Illinois University
Well-located and loaded with spacious rooms, the Country Inn and Suites by Radisson are a great hotel that provide a TON of value to their guests. Not them mention that the indoor pool and hot tub look AMAZING!
Cost – $$
Distance to University – 0.3 miles to Northern Illinois University
This hotel is equipped with free Wifi and an indoor pool, plus the ladies will love the free hairdryer in every room. And the best part? You can basically crawl to the university!
Cost – $
Distance to University – 1.8 miles to Northern Illinois University
Another great budget option, Super 8 by Wyndham provides all the basics (and more!). Enjoy continental breakfast, free wifi, and even an indoor pool! Guests say the rooms are clean and the pillows are very comfy.
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Emma Johnson lives to travel! Born in Washington D.C., Emma is a hotel connoisseur and a staff writer at Hotel Jules. An army brat, Emma got the travel bug early and has never been able to stop. Now, she has proudly visited 70+ countries and plans to visit every country in the world! Passionate about her ukelele (obviously) and her family, Emma eventually wants to retire in Thailand and write a book about all of her travel experiences.