We have been traveling the long length of Illinois 3 or 4 times a year for many years. We used to stay at and enjoy Drury Inns because they are pet friendly, reasonable, and have free food & drinks. Now pet-free, we've stayed 3 times in Effingham at a place that is a real jewel! Thelma Keller's, formerly a Hilton,... More

I had to go to Effingham for a Rotary training convention and we opted to stay at the hotel since all the events were at the convention Center. Beautiful, lobby area and a nice place to eat, nice bar, nice breakfast for 6.95. The rooms were nice and large and very very clean. The pool looked nice and clean. Our... More

Owner lost Hilton Garden Inn Franchise for unstated reasons. The rooms are adequate. The prices in the restaurant are out of line or this part of the country. The room prices are too high for this part of the country. If you're looking for an excellent hotel experience keep on going to a real city. If stopping in middle of... More

We pass through Effingham, IL frequently when traveling to visit family. I can't say enough about this hotel. It is right off the interstate. The rooms are large, comfortably and clean. The pool is warm and clean. The food service is also excellent.

This property was formerly a Hilton Garden Inn. Our room was clean, spacious, and comfortable. For those interested in the indoor pool, it was wonderfully warm! Perfect to just walk right into the water and enjoy. There is a Wal-Mart very close by and a Cheddars restaurant. The hotel also has a restaurant on site. We would stay at this... More

This hotel is connected to the Keller Convention Center and was a HGI during my stay but it may be changing it's affiliation soon. This should in no way deter you from staying here. Beautiful property in all ways; service, rooms, restaurant and location. 24 hour coffee service and small bar in lobby. Everyone super friendly and helpful. If you're... More

This hotel has changed names. It is now the Thelma Keller Convention Center. We walked in and it was so beautifully decorated still for Christmas. The front desk had trouble programming the room key and people were waiting behind us, but the gentleman remained calm and was very professional. It had a small restaurant, and bar area which was very... More

We stayed at this hotel twice, once on the way to see relatives for Thanksgiving, then again on the way home. The hotel is new and spotless. Lobby was beautifully decorated for Christmas. Rooms are new, modern, and sparkling clean. Good internet, tv, and liked having a fridge/microwave in the room--very convenient with kids. Plenty of restaurants/shopping within walking distance.... More

I couldn't find the Holiday Inn I was looking for, decided to check their rates as long as I was there - $99 a night, less than HI (no free breakfast), so glad I checked - a great hotel, elegant, clean, comfortable, luggage carts, elevator, and a wonderful restaurant, I had Seared Ahi Tuna and an amazing Spinach Cranberry salad;... More