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Baymont by Wyndham Chester IL
The hotel has been declining in recent years but the new management is working to make things better and they are doing a great job. Our room was very comfortable and clean. The staff were very friendly and helpful. It was an enjoyable experience and we will stay here again.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Festus - St. Louis South
Room was clean. Towels were nice. Shower was hot. Breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Festus
Room was good and staff was helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Postcard Cabins St Francois, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
The property was quiet and the cabins were small but well built. The only thing we ran into was getting to the cabin at night is difficult. The main entrance sign is black with white letters but is not very large and is not lit at night so we drove by it without seeing it. Once we were on property ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Murphysboro Retreat w/ Deck Near Kinkaid Lake!
This is a very clean and nice apartment within a very close drive to the Kinkaid boat launch. Easy to locate and can fit a car with a boat in tow no problem. This spot was also much more quiet than the campground or RV spots nearby. They have a great porch and a grill and we didn’t bring something ...
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2024

Tiny Houses of French Village
Charming property with a space for everything and everything in its place. Would not hesitate to recommend or stay again.
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2023
Popular places to visit
Popeye Museum
You can study the exhibits at Popeye Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Chester. Discover the area's museums and shops.
Fort Kaskaskia
Learn about the local history of Ellis Grove when you take a trip to Fort Kaskaskia.
Randolph County State Recreation Area
You can take time to visit Randolph County State Recreation Area during your travels to Chester. Amble around the area's parks or experience its entertainment choices.
Kaskaskia Bell
Find out about the history of Chester when you take a trip to Kaskaskia Bell. Discover the area's museums and shops.
Chester Bridge
Chester Bridge is just one of the places to see in Chester, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or experience its entertainment choices.
Memorial Hospital
If Memorial Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Chester.
Other places like Chester
- Popeye Museum
- Kaskaskia Bell
- Chester Bridge
- Cohen Memorial Home
- Shawnee National Forest
- Sainte Genevieve Winery
- National Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
- World Shooting and Recreational Complex
- Perryville Country Club
- Fort de Chartes
- Pinckneyville Fairgrounds
- Pyramid State Recreation Area
- Misselhorn Art Gallery
- Sparta Country Club
