The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Murphysboro State Park in Murphysboro for 2026

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a projector screen.

A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee press, and various coffee cups and containers.

An indoor swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a metal ladder.

A reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted sign, and a refrigerator.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG

5.4 km from Lake Murphysboro State Park

Karen

AED 371

AED 412 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern spa room with a large hot tub, a glass wall with a reflective pattern, and a ceiling with a skylight.

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception area with a '12 & VINE' sign, and a dining area with orange chairs and chandeliers.

A hotel reception desk with a modern chandelier, a sign indicating 'SPA' coming soon, and two receptionists at their stations.

A casino interior with slot machines, a large chandelier, and a carpeted floor.

2. Walker's Bluff Casino Resort

20.6 km from Lake Murphysboro State Park

Ron

AED 427

AED 474 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign and a 'Hampton Inn' sign.

An indoor swimming pool with a lifeguard chair, poolside seating, and a clear view of the outdoors.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar, and a sofa.

A reception area with a reception desk, a waiting area with a patterned armchair, and a reception counter with a computer and framed pictures.

3. Hampton Inn Carbondale

19.6 km from Lake Murphysboro State Park

Geoffrey

AED 334

AED 384 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor patio with stone fire pit, colorful striped sofas, and blue chairs.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a digital kiosk, and a refrigerated display case with beverages.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher. There is a window providing natural light and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a flag.

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale

16 km from Lake Murphysboro State Park

Alyssa

AED 378

AED 434 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A bar area with multiple stools, a bar counter, shelves of liquor bottles, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern hotel lobby with leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, and framed artwork on the walls.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a sunshade, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

5. Best Western Saluki Inn

18.2 km from Lake Murphysboro State Park

Bryan

AED 326

AED 382 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white chairs and a tiled floor.

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a door leading to a hallway.

A spacious dining area with multiple round tables and red chairs, a kitchen area with a coffee station, and a clock on the wall.

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area

19.9 km from Lake Murphysboro State Park

Bill

AED 297

AED 341 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A room with a brown sofa, a brown armchair, a patterned carpet, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted TV, and a large painting.

A hotel with a Super 8 sign, multiple parking spaces, and a brick facade.

A hotel room with a microwave, refrigerator, chair, and a window with curtains.

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

17.5 km from Lake Murphysboro State Park

Erin

AED 239

AED 275 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern interior with a staircase, a checkered floor, and a view through large windows.

An empty parking lot with trees and a grassy field in the background.

A dining area with a round table and four chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a framed picture above the table.

A hotel lobby with a check-in counter, seating area, staircase, and a chandelier.

8. University Inn of Carbondale

13 km from Lake Murphysboro State Park

Noah

AED 245

AED 281 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A building with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a tree.

A hotel lobby with leather sofas, a reception desk, an exit sign, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, and a window with curtains.

A hotel dining area with tables and chairs, a buffet counter, and a television mounted on the wall.

9. Quality Inn Carbondale University area

18.2 km from Lake Murphysboro State Park

Montreal

AED 227

AED 261 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A log cabin with a wooden deck, a door, and a small window.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a trash bin, and a dining table with placemats.

A large outdoor area with a pond, several wooden cabins, and a road.

10. Pet Friendly! Couples Retreat in Southern Illinois

9.9 km from Lake Murphysboro State Park

AED 441

AED 863 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, large windows, and a chandelier.

A golf course with a winding path and sand bunkers, surrounded by autumn-colored trees.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, patterned cushions, a small table, and a chandelier.

A swimming pool with water slides, sun umbrellas, and lounge chairs.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG

19.8 km from Lake Murphysboro State Park

Monica

AED 378

AED 435 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A wooden cabin with a front porch, a staircase, and a door.

A large body of water with wooden buildings on the shore.

A wooden deck with a picnic table and a covered seating area in a park.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a table with checkered placemats.

12. Pet Friendly! Countryside Couples Stay in Illinois

9.9 km from Lake Murphysboro State Park

AED 463

AED 888 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 619 reviews	View
Walker's Bluff Casino Resort	9.4 Exceptional 536 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Carbondale	8.4 Very good 693 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale	8.8 Excellent 597 reviews	View
Best Western Saluki Inn	7.8 Good 1,002 reviews	View

Top Lake Murphysboro State Park Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"how clean and easy access to everything"

Fantastic 1-bedroom Cabin in peaceful Makanda, Pet-Friendly!

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect little place! Everything was so nice and clean. We enjoyed it with our baby and young pup! Great yard and space all around. Easy check-in, easy check-out. The bed was comfy too! Great location if you don’t want to stay in town. Highly recommend!"

Cabin #1 w/ Private Beach 1 mi from Carbondale, IL and SIU

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice place to enjoy and relax. Tom is very friendly and easy going"

Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area

8/10 Good

"Nice place for an overnight stay. Staff was great, rooms were roomy, bed was comfortable. Older property that needs a little updating but it didn’t bother us any. We had a great stay."

Hampton Inn Carbondale

10/10 Excellent

"Super friendly staff!"

Quality Inn Carbondale University area

10/10 Excellent

"Easy to check in good staffs"

Beautiful location in the secluded woods

8/10 Good

"It was good, except the A/C was in the living room and you need to keep the bedroom doors open to get the air."

Pine Cabin #2 on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus

10/10 Excellent

"Nice little cabin to enjoy the wine trail."

Experience Glamping in style. private Hot tub spa! Private lake -Pet Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"I had an excellent experience staying at this place! The camper was very clean and well-maintained, making it a comfortable stay for my family. The hot tub and pool were absolutely amazing and provided great relaxation and fun for everyone. The host was very responsive and quick to reply to any questions I had. The host provided detailed instructions on how to get to the property. We traveled with our kids, who are 1½, 5, and 13 years old, and they all had a fantastic time. It’s a wonderful spot for families looking to enjoy some quality time together. I highly recommend this place and hope to stay here again in the future!"

Other attractions near Lake Murphysboro State Park

Glenn Schlimpert Recreation Area

Glenn Schlimpert Recreation Area is just one of the places to see in Murphysboro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Kinkaid Village Marina

Explore the waterfront in Murphysboro with a trip to Kinkaid Village Marina. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Longfellow Park

Longfellow Park is just one of the places to see in Murphysboro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Town Center Park

After visiting Town Center Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Murphysboro. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Sallie Logan Public Library

Sallie Logan Public Library is just one of the places to see in Murphysboro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Paul Ice Recreation Area

Paul Ice Recreation Area is just one of the places to see in Murphysboro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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General John A. Logan Museum

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in General John A. Logan Museum during your trip to Murphysboro. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

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Parkview Park

After visiting Parkview Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Murphysboro. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Murphysboro State Park?

Lake Murphysboro State Park is located in a welcoming area of Murphysboro that travelers like for its coffeehouses. You'll find 35 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Lake Murphysboro State Park?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Lake Murphysboro State Park. Other good options in the area include Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale and Walker's Bluff Casino Resort.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Lake Murphysboro State Park?

Expedia has 35 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Lake Murphysboro State Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Murphysboro State Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Lake Murphysboro State Park.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake Murphysboro State Park?

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Our top choices for Lake Murphysboro State Park hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphysboro - Carbondale by IHG

2. Walker's Bluff Casino Resort

3. Hampton Inn Carbondale

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale

5. Best Western Saluki Inn

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale

8. University Inn of Carbondale

9. Quality Inn Carbondale University area

10. Pet Friendly! Couples Retreat in Southern Illinois

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG

12. Pet Friendly! Countryside Couples Stay in Illinois

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Top Lake Murphysboro State Park Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG

Fantastic 1-bedroom Cabin in peaceful Makanda, Pet-Friendly!

Cabin #1 w/ Private Beach 1 mi from Carbondale, IL and SIU

Comfort Inn & Suites Carbondale University Area

Hampton Inn Carbondale

Quality Inn Carbondale University area

Beautiful location in the secluded woods

Pine Cabin #2 on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus

Experience Glamping in style. private Hot tub spa! Private lake -Pet Friendly

Other attractions near Lake Murphysboro State Park

Glenn Schlimpert Recreation Area

Kinkaid Village Marina

Longfellow Park

Town Center Park

Sallie Logan Public Library

Paul Ice Recreation Area

General John A. Logan Museum

Parkview Park

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