University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O

2.5 star property
Hotel near Southern Illinois University in Carbondale

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Exterior
Exterior
Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Lobby sitting area
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Bathroom

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

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2400 W Main St, Carbondale, IL, 62901
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Railroaders Memorial
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (with Grab Bar Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Carbondale

In Carbondale .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Carbondale hotel, you'll find Southern Illinois University and Fresenius Medical Care at Memorial Hospital Carbondale. Memorial Hospital of Carbondale and SIH Medical Group are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Southern Illinois University - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Railroaders Memorial - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Banterra Center - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • The Science Center - 6 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 5 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Scooter’s Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Eagles Carbondale 2569 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pita Alley - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tequilas - ‬16 min walk

About this property

University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O

Hotel near Southern Illinois University in Carbondale
University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O offers its guests coffee/tea in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Carbondale hotel is smoke free.

  • 57 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O offers 57 air-conditioned accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. 42-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

University Inn Suites

University Inn of Carbondale Hotel

University Inn of Carbondale Carbondale

University Inn of Carbondale Hotel Carbondale

Frequently asked questions

How close is University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O to the airport?

University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O is 16.4 mi (22-min drive) away from the Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O?

As of May 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O on May 31, 2026 start from CA $70, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O.

How close is University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O to the beach?

This hotel is 12 mi (22-min drive) from Campground Beach.

Does University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O offer free breakfast?

University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O have a pool?

University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O does not have a pool.

Does University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O to downtown Carbondale?

University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O is 1.8 mi away from Carbondale.

University Inn of Carbondale by Hotel O Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 105 out of 383 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Reginald

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bed was nasty had dried up rice on the covers and hair. No remote control for the tv even though i asked for one each day i was there. And the water would just barely get warm enough to take a shower in.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good value. The bed was comfortable and the room was clean. The breakfast was gone by 6:30 am. It was either eaten by hungry travelers or stolen by a homeless person. There were only like 7 other people there and no one was up when I was leaving. The front desk is not staffed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Robert

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Drapes did not fully close in the room and we had outside light coming into the room all night. No remote for the TV.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Nidrell

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There was no remote, I asked for a king. On second floor. I got a full on the first floor. There where holes in the room. I recorded before and after. No phone. The water was cold. In the shower and NEVER got hot. It was horrible.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
worst experience ever tv didn’t work n they wouldn’t do anythin asked about changin room the guy on the screen said they rnt cleaned dk if they have actually people or not kept gettin told management was comin to speak to me n nope tht never happened ran into a woman in the hall way thought she was a guest so i asked her if her tv worked she say she not maintenance went back to the screen n the guy said management just walked down the hallway k y didn’t u notify who u was so i asked her r u management she said im not maintenance k i don’t ask tht i said r u management she didn’t care what my prob was she kept walking away from me said she would talk to owner in the morning probably wont bc i already reached out to her n of course i get sent to voicemail so we will see what the outcome will be but i recommend not stayin here there customer service suck n don’t care about there guest
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Disliked: Amenities
Check in was slow. I had to talk to some person on a screen rather than face to face. One lamp in the room. Quasi-repaired wall damage. Rusty shower hardware.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Stanley

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just waiting on my refund and needs to be closed and redone.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is in serious disrepair and filthy. There was open garbage in the common area. My shower leaked all night. It is in a remote area and there might have been two other people there. No reception staff or security
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Levi

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms where terrible house keeping was hateful and rude
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Mike

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I accidentally booked twice 2 rooms on my account . I purchased a one night stay and I completed purchase on Expedia. Then I was sent a notice to add Expedia site to my phone. In doing so it asked to reapply my booky. I re summited my billing information and I found I had accidentally booked two rooms. I mentioned it at my check in as I was advised there was nothing they could do and I should contact Expedia. Why staying the night I received a phone call from same motel advising me my room was ready. I told him I was already checked in and it was a mistake. I had to move from room 205 to room 202 because the heat was working at all in my room. After being switched the heat in the next room didn't work to heat the room . So tile floors were cold all night. Before check out time I asked disk if they were going to clear the 7 inches of snow at of their parking lot. He asked for manager she came down and told me if she could get out, I should be able to get out my self. As she left the building. I complained to front disk automated check in and check out service. I was advised their snow removal was sent up north and they could doing nothing about it. Manger finally tried to shovel drive way. I ask what happens at 10 o'clock checkout. We had to be out of our rooms. They shut my key down at 9:55 and I wasn't checked out yet. We had to shovle out our cars and still had to drive throw 7 inches of parking lot snow. I see they billed me 2 for rooms. I was very displeased with my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Rose

Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was alright, it needed cleaned a litter better..... The staff on the kiosk, was nice, however, the woman was not very kind at all
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cornelius

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Charlie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Never seen any staff in person. Room was supposed to be a queen bed it was a full size. Whole in the wall. Electrical wires hanging out of the wall. Floors were dirty. Curtain wasn’t hung properly. Not worth the money !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Debbie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
No breakfast provided. Cleaning service attempted to enter room without knocking. The chain secured the door.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Cornelius

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No bar in hotel but it was a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yolonda

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irving

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Tyrone

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dave

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are no real people at the facility. I had to check in speaking to someone over a computer screen and not in this country. Then i went into my room and realized i did not have a remote for my tv and again because there is not an actual person on the property they could not help me. I had no tv for the entire time. He said he would print me a room key for a different room so i can get a remote and then said there were no rooms available. It was a Monday night and the place was dead. I asked to switch rooms and again he couldn’t do that. I was to wait until someone comes in at 7am but no one was ever at that front desk other than the computer screen. When i checked out at 10am there was still no one there. You can’t run a motel from another country and give any kind of customer service. There was also no shampoo or soap in my room and again no person there to give me any. It was ridiculous
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025