Best Western Saluki Inn

Carbondale hotel with indoor pool and bar/lounge

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December 2025

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January 2026

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Best Western Saluki Inn (Carbondale)

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Indoor pool - Best Western Saluki Inn (Carbondale)

Reception - Best Western Saluki Inn (Carbondale)

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Discover the comfort of Best Western Saluki Inn, where a warm welcome awaits near a train station. Savor the free breakfast buffet, unwind with games in the arcade or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool. With helpful staff and amenities like laundry facilities and express check-out, this hotel is perfect for your next getaway.

Very good

Popular amenities

Pool
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Indoor pool
24-hour fitness center
Bar/lounge
Business center
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Arcade/game room
Computer station
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Free newspapers in the lobby

Feel at home (6)

Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities

CNY654 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

Room options

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Dec 19 - Dec 20

Tomorrow

Dec 20 - Dec 21

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 16 of 16 rooms

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 7
3 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

3 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Sofabed, Pet Friendly Room, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

Sleeps 7

2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible, Roll in Shower, Microwave and Refrigerator, High Speed Internet Access, Non-Smoking

Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

Sleeps 2

King Room With Mobility Accessible Bathtub-Non-Smoking

Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, 2 Room, Sofabed, 2 Flat Screen Tvs, Microwave And Refrigerator, Pet Friendly Room

Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Sofabed, Pet Friendly Room, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

Sleeps 4

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Pet Friendly Room, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wifi, Non Smoking

Sleeps 2

Accessible-2 Double, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Pet Friendly Room, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

Sleeps 4

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Pet friendly
Free parking

CNY630 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

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About the neighborhood

801 N Giant City Rd, Carbondale, IL, 62902

What's nearby

Southern Illinois Healthcare - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
The Science Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
African American Museum of Southern Illinois - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Southern Illinois University - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Lake of Egypt - 27 min drive - 39.7 km

Getting around

Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 16 min drive
Carbondale Station - 8 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
‪Casey's - ‬9 min walk
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
‪Panera Bread - ‬20 min walk
‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Best Western Saluki Inn

Located near a train station, Best Western Saluki Inn is a great choice for a stay in Carbondale. You can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 65 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
- Express check-out available
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless 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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast each morning
Bar/lounge

What to do

Golfing nearby

Working away

Business center
Computer station

Services

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby

Facilities

Television in common areas
24-hour fitness center
An indoor pool
Arcade/game room

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

40-inch LCD TV
Premium cable channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave

More

Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Deposit: USD 20.00 per day

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:

Dining venue(s)
Indoor pool

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 20 per day
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, and guests under 17 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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BEST WESTERN Saluki Carbondale

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Best Western Saluki Hotel Carbondale

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Best Western Saluki Inn Carbondale

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Best Western Saluki Inn?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Saluki Inn?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 20 per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Best Western Saluki Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Saluki Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Best Western Saluki Inn and nearby?

Best Western Saluki Inn has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as an arcade.

What's the area around Best Western Saluki Inn like?

Best Western Saluki Inn is a short 16-minute walk from African American Museum of Southern Illinois and 17 minutes' walk from The Science Center.

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Best Western Saluki Inn Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality, variety, and tasty options. (19 reviews)

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Popular mentions

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Service staff

Breakfast

Bed

Location

Bathroom

Bathtub

Upgrade

Furniture

Elevator

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 7, 2025

Yes, very clean

Nancy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 23, 2025

Great stay great food

Marcus, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 17, 2025

I had a few issues with the heating unit in the room but it was finally changed out which I appreciated. The staff was nice and responsive.

Rita, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 11, 2025

It was a cool stay for a small town

James Sedell, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 15, 2025

Yes

Michael, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nov 18, 2025

Staff is helpful, had to change initial room due to mold smells big time in a carpeted room, either carpet, HVAC, or both reeked. Should replace all carpeted rooms and make sure all is clean!

John, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 19, 2025

Good value

Rooms are decent and clean. The breakfast is typical hotel breakfast with plenty of options. Good value for the price

Jesse, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 25, 2025

Breakfast was great

Cecil, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 15, 2025

Convenient to SIU. Nothing special, but it was comfortable and I would stay here again.

Nancy Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 4, 2025

Everything was good experience staying at the hotel

Ray, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 13, 2025

Great place. Clean, comfortable and friendly staff. Was nice to have the sports bar on site.

Jacqueline, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 16, 2025

Pretty decent stay. Breakfast was good. The pool was cold and there was no carpet in the room. However the service and hospitality made me forget my concerns.

Terrell, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 16, 2025

Nice

Phillip, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 2, 2025

clean and updated

Mary, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 11, 2025

The staff was friendly, check-in/out was easy, hotel was clean and quiet. I will stay here again

Jamie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 17, 2025

I stay there frequently the place is always clean and the staff is always friendly

PADRAIC, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 15, 2024

Enjoyed our stay

Damon, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Sep 14, 2025

All the rooms smelled like animals.. the pool was absolutely disgusting.. we stayed 2 days there cause room was booked ahead of time didn’t have a choice.. as soon as I got to door I wanted to leave.. never stayin there again that’s for sure

Kevin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 6, 2025

Staff was nice, check in was easy.

Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 23, 2025

This is the 2nd stay at this hotel ande andy family are always delighted at the cleanliness and the kindness of the staff. The breakfast is the standard yet decent. I co.r to visit my family in Carbondale frequently and this is our new go to stay.

Velisa, 2-night trip