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Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb

2.5 star property
Hotel near Northern Illinois University in DeKalb

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Lobby
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1212 West Lincoln Highway, DeKalb, IL, 60115
  • Place, Northern Illinois University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Huskie Stadium
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, NIU Convocation Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Poolside)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Poolside)

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

DeKalb

In DeKalb .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Northern Illinois University and 2 miles (3 km) of Ellwood House Museum with a stay here. Shabbona Lake State Park is 19.1 mi (30.7 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Northern Illinois University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Huskie Stadium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • NIU Convocation Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ellwood House Museum - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Oakland Park - 9 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Elburn Station - 28 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fatty's Pub & Grille - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb

Hotel near Northern Illinois University in DeKalb
Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb offers its guests a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and 3 meeting rooms are available. The business-friendly Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This DeKalb hotel is smoke free.

  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb offers 74 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

This DeKalb hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV 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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property allows guests 18 or over to check in with valid military ID.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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 fee: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per 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 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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Daily housekeeping is included for stays of 6 nights or less. Limited housekeeping is provided for stays of 7 nights or more.
Pets must be declared at check-in. Guests bringing 1 pet will not be charged pet fees. The listed pet fee in the Fees section applies only if guests bring 2 or more pets. Pets must be leashed in public areas of the property. Guests are expected to clean up after their pet.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 29 and close September 04.
  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Best Western Dekalb
Best Western Dekalb Inn
Red Roof Inn DeKalb Motel
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Red Roof Inn Suites DeKalb
Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb Hotel
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Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 752 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 752 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 752 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 752 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 752 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t Stay Here

It’s outdated, has a mildew smell as soon as you open the door, and it’s got an infestation of centipedes. I regret having to write this but my stay was very unpleasant
Bug No. 1
Bug No. 2
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bradley

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

erik

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff made the difference. They were great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness
For the price, it was a nice place. I liked the shower. I loved the outdoor pool. The staff was very helpful. It would be nice to have bigger beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwanna

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So far i have had three people at this hotel maddy, Vickie, and scott they have been so nice and helpful sorry if i have their names wrong. I want to thank them for the help and great customer services
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Driving late and had to find a place to stop. This place was great. Clean, very comfortable, easy on and off highway, friendly staff, affordable! Our stay was brief but we were toward the back and there is a lovely courtyard with an outdoor pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jusseth

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhene

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elaxus

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rude & untruthful staff. God got a plan for everybody though. I’ll pray the hundred dollars really helped them.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brooke

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Caguas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! The help the people the area! I stay here every time I go to Dekalb

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little escape

It was a quick overnight stay, the room was nice. Area safe enough to walk a few blocks to get dinner (college town). Only had an issue with my door and lock (it worked but very difficult), I let them know at checkout and they emailed later that it was fixed. I would definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaxus

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sintearia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very close to the event I was there for in town. The lady at the desk was a sweetheart I forget her name but it started with a L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shentell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Keep up the good work
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the red roof inn in dekalb il I’ll be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Hobart

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025