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Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Northern Illinois University

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Lobby
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb, near Northern Illinois University, offers practical amenities: laundry facilities, gym, seasonal outdoor pool, and in-room WiFi. Guests praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Gym
The current price is AED 241
AED 274 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 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

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
1212 West Lincoln Highway, DeKalb, IL, 60115

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
Located close to Ellwood House Museum, Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb provides laundry facilities, a gym, and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and 3 meeting rooms
  • A 24-hour front desk, free newspapers, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 74 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 29 to September 04
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
Red Roof Inn DeKalb
Red Roof Inn Suites DeKalb
Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb Hotel
Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb DeKalb
Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb Hotel DeKalb

Frequently asked questions

Does Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb?

As of 31 October 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb on 4 November 2025 start from $77.60, including 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.

Is Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb pet-friendly?

Yes, Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb?

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

What time is check-out at Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb located?

Situated in DeKalb, this hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Northern Illinois University and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Ellwood House Museum. Shabbona Lake State Park is 19.1 mi (30.7 km) away.

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Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 755 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 755 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 755 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 755 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 755 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Despite being next to a rail line, room was reasonably quiet and a good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

ORA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was very professional friendly. The rooms were clean. The area was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The motel wasn’t very nice but we were safe and the room was mostly clean. The room smelled at first.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A basic well kept motel, staff were pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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

Kacee

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

Highly recommend this stay

We got in very late but were greeted by the sweet and amazing Maddy! We also sadly had to leave early in the morning, but our short stay was very cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sintearia

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Torrence

Liked: Staff & service
Decent property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager is great. Desk staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Hayley

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Decent stay and location. There was an issue in the initial room that was assigned, but the friendly staff was able to remedy the situation immediately.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Front desk staff was extremely courteous and kind. She quickly worked to resolve a toilet issue and gave us a new room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older building. Formerly a Holiday Inn. Should upgrade to chair-height toilets.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The train tracks are very close to the hotel and there are multiple trains passing by every night.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice staff but the road was noisy and it is an older property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shentell

Liked: Amenities
Keep up the good work
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Milissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The outside of the property does not reflect the room and experience. Room was large and clean, beds comfy, very quiet, plenty of hot water. No complaints, I am quite happy despite the fact when I first saw the place I was a little worried. Just what we wanted and great price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst thing was the trains going by through the night, although you do get used to it. Staff was very helpful and accommodated our request to come in a day early.

2/10 Terrible

diane

Disliked: Cleanliness
This reservation was cancelled the same day it was made so it shouldn't even be asking for a review.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Jason

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Paint was peeling on the roof outside the room room was clean the outside needs some tlc
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicole

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

Baseball mom.

Just as other reviews have said, the room was amazingly large for the price. There was a mini fridge and a microwave which is great for a travel baseball parent. What we liked best about the room. Was the air conditioning? It actually cooled the room down to the temperature that we wanted at and kept the room cool while we were away during the day.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My only suggestion is to move the beds and clean behind them.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bathroom should be cleaner
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kristin

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
False advertising regarding pool which was closed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Top of the Line Customer Service - Thanks Maddy!!

The best part about this stay was the customer service we received. Maddy the night auditor was one of the most amazing individuals I have encountered. She went above and beyond the call of duty to make sure my driver was well taken care of and her level of compassion and professionalism definitely sets her apart from others in the hospitality area. She takes pride in how she represents Red Roof and you should consider her an asset. Cinnamon Lindsay ML Inovation LLC Director of Operations
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024