Makanda Inn

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January 2025

February 2025

Deluxe Cottage, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (West End Cottage) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Cottage, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (West End Cottage) | Living area

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar

Breakfast available

Air conditioning

Parking included

Free WiFi

Restaurant

Explore the area

855 Old Lower Cobden Road, Makanda, IL, 62958

Giant City State Park
1 min walk
Makanda Boardwalk
12 min walk
Carbondale Station
20 min drive
Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
35 min drive

Room options

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View (Suite 1)

28 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Cottage, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (West End Cottage)

84 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View (Suite 2)

28.0 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Romantic Cottage, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Indigo Cottage)

41.8 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View (Suite 3)

28 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Romantic Cottage, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Sienna Cottage)

42 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View (Suite 4)

28.0 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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Breakfast included

Parking included

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

9 Jan - 10 Jan

About this property

Bed & breakfast with free parking, steps from Giant City State Park

A restaurant, a bar/lounge and a conference centre are available at this bed & breakfast. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a coffee shop/cafe, a microwave in a common area and a fireplace at reception are on-site. Housekeeping is not available.

Makanda Inn offers 8 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottles of water and designer toiletries. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Satellite televisions are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Makanda Inn, you're just a quick walk from Shawnee National Forest. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a restaurant are available.

Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Enjoy garden views while dining at Makanda Inn Bar
Full breakfast served daily for a fee
Amenities include a conference centre, a car charging station and a terrace
Steps from Giant City State Park and 10 minutes by car from Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Makanda Inn also features a terrace, a fireplace in the lobby, and a microwave in a common area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Makanda bed & breakfast.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Makanda Inn Bar – Overlooking the garden, this bar only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Electric car charging station on site
Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

Daily full breakfast available 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant

Restaurants on site

Makanda Inn Bar

Things to do

TV in common areas

Conveniences

Guidebooks
Limited-hour front desk
Shared microwave
Water dispenser

Guest services

No housekeeping service

Business services

Conference centre

Outdoors

In a state park
Terrace

Spa

In-room massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Egyptian cotton sheets
Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

Satellite channels

Food and drink

Champagne service
Free bottled water
Restaurant dining guides

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Heating (climate-controlled)
Individual decor
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 13 are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 15 per person
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

The front desk at this property is open daily from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the bed & breakfast before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Children 13 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

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Makanda Inn Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

26 Aug 2024

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

This visit was a time of reset that I needed after loosing my mom. I could not have found a better place of peace to do just that. The calm that surrounded me was nothing short of a little piece of heaven where mom has finally reached in full splendor 😇 The room was exceptional, along with the beauty of the wood working of the lodge, the patio area and wrap around porch along the wood line is beautiful. Rather your looking for a time to just be still or a couples retreat or a family getaway I highly recommend you consider Makanda Inn, you will not be disappointed ❤️

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

4 Mar 2024

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

Nothing beats the Indigo Cottage at Makanda Inn

Another amazing stay at the Indigo Cottage. Clean and beautiful as always. Only wish I could stay longer!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

20 Nov 2023

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

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

12 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The actual Inn, not the cabins, is a cute rustic lodge. The couple is super sweet and the surrounding area is amazing. They were great and everything was clean. No complaints

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

17 Jun 2023

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

I had a great stay - wonderful hosts and yummy breakfast.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

2 Apr 2023

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fortunato

Travelled with partner

29 Mar 2022

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very friendly staff and close to nice activities like hiking and wineries.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner

6 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had an amazing experience. The owners are wonderful, the room was great, and the town is an experience all in of its own. We will be back.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

ALISON

3 Aug 2021

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

Quaint cottage in the forest!

Quaint little cottage in the forest! We really enjoyed our stay! We loved the unique look of the cottage from the living plants on the roof and adorable front door to the unique backsplash of found glass in the kitchenette The location was right in or next to Giant City State Park and we were not near many people. The shower room was nice. Things to help you prepare for your stay: you have to walk a little bit from the car to the door so just fyi, I did not have cell coverage (AT&T) but my partner did (T-Mobile), the stairs going from the bedroom to the living area/kitchen are very narrow (however, you can get there from a door to the downstairs), and there is an air conditioner in the bedroom but we brought a fan for the living/eating area. There isn't a dishwasher. I don't know if they wash the dishes in a dishwasher between guests, we just washed them with soap and a sponge but it would make me feel better if I knew they washed them in a dishwasher in between. Overall it was a great experience, and we would probably stay there again if it was less expensive (we did book last minute, so that may have made a difference).

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner

28 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Highly Recommended!!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie

10 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Off-the-beaten-path place for a getaway

Stumbled across this place by browsing on Hotels.com and we were pleasantly surprised about our stay. Such a quaint, off-the-beaten-path place. If you are looking for peace and quiet nestled in the heart of the forest you will find it. The owners are so friendly and welcoming. You do need to plan ahead for food or snacks as it's not a regular hotel and there isn't much nearby. If you request in advance you can have breakfast - Greg made us a delicious breakfast both mornings of our stay. There is no wifi in the cottages but they do have it in the main house and the owner mentioned they are trying to get it soon. We also had no cell service so be prepared to unplug - which isn't necessarily a bad thing. It was a perfect place for a short getaway. Would definitely stay here again and highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group

6 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful area. Kind reception, environment friendly and respectful..relaxing..best night's sleep in a long time!

Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 Mar 2021

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Jan 2021

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

BertShurt, Aurora, Il

Travelled with partner

6 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Wonderful stay at the Wakanda Inn with our very gracious hosts. Deep in the woods this lovely lodge which had all the amenities we could ask for. Took a walk to the town of Wakanda and the people there I appreciate for being a wonderful example of southern Illinois hospitality. The inn itself is in a quiet and calm area with a beautiful wooden charm that highlights the forests around. Thanks again for having us there.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

James

7 Aug 2020

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

Solid Stay at the Makanda Inn

Lorraine was easy to communicate with to set up my check in time. She was entertaining another guests family who lived locally in the house for dinner when I arrived. The house was immaculate, built with natural building materials and sustainable building practices. The house was very clean and the room was adequate. I enjoyed sitting on the porch reading my book. The house is immersed in a nature setting with butterflies and wildlife all around. The breakfast in the morning was good and the hosts were nice. Overall I would recommend this place.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

David, Evanston, IL

Travelled with partner

6 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The Makanda Inn was wonderful. We were visiting SIU on a reminiscing vacation, and the Inn was our home away from home. The surrounding woods were very peaceful. And the Inn, beautiful.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Jul 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

My room was really beautiful. The host Lorraine is very kind & hospitable. There is a breakfast served in the morning and I had a nice balcony. Be warned, u are truly in the middle of nowhere. WiFi is almost non existent. Take a pic of the directions for wherever ur headed before u leave the room. At some point u will find urself driving w/out WiFi, therefore having no navigation.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

12 Jun 2020

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carol

10 Mar 2020

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

Treat yourself

Wonderful place. Nice bar, great drinks, engaging hosts. Cottage had super comfy bed and pillows, very nice shower, high end linens, and fresh coffee beans from a local roaster for the in-room grinder. Just superb service all around -- we enjoyed our stay immensely. So relaxing and serene.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

30 Dec 2019

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

Quiet get-away

This unique inn and cottages deep in the quiet woods offer many pleasant surprises, from ecologically sound construction to delicious home-cooked breakfasts. The innkeepers are marvelous.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan

18 Oct 2019

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

The inn is in a beautiful, quiet setting and has many unique features, including river stone showers and fresh-ground coffee for your suite upon check-in. Hosts Lorraine and Malcolm are very charming and make you feel at home, but provide plenty of space and privacy. They also cook a delicious breakfast with locally-sourced food. While the location is serene, it’s very close to all of the wineries on the Shawnee Wine Trail, state parks and the Shawnee National Forest, and delicious dining. A restaurant will be opening on the lower level of the inn within a few months - excited to try it!

The front porch welcomes coffee and contemplation.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

D.May, Mount Vernon, Indiana

6 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We were so fortunate to book last minute here, they were so warm and inviting, the food was great and they had a nice beer list too, which was a great respite from the day of wine tasting. 😁

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Libby P.

23 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely great!

Celebrated our 17th wedding anniversary here... what a charming place! Ate dinner on site and food was outstanding, local, and so fresh. Room was clean and cozy. Appreciate the eco-friendliness of this spot.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner

12 Aug 2019

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

The whole experience was unique and is designed to be..but not “odd or awkwardly “ unique...it’s a wonderful place that seems out of the way but is just minutes from major highways. Hosts are welcoming and engaging.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019