Beautiful wine bar! Great ambiance. Friendly staff. Beautiful flowers!…read more Located across from the old state capitol. Parking might be an issue, but it was no problem for us.

I was in town for a Rural Postal Carrier's union meeting and this sweet wine bar had a much better…read morewine selection and ambiance than my hotel. It's right across from the capital, so the view is nice, and Abraham Lincoln is just outside (I had to adjust his tie, see PIC). Like pretty much everyone else in this town, the people who work here are genuine and friendly. This place is right next to a true American hero's office, Tammy Duckworth. I wonder if she ever comes in here.

While staying in Springfield, Illinois, where Abraham Lincoln built much of his life and career, we…read morestayed at the President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in downtown Springfield. This hotel has a very unique feel, especially on a weekday. On a Monday night, it wasn't filled with tourists, but instead felt like an extension of the Illinois State Capitol, with people throughout the hotel clearly engaged in business and legislative conversations. It gives the place a distinct working atmosphere that fits perfectly with its location. The hotel has a somewhat old-fashioned feel, which actually works well given the Abraham Lincoln connection and the historic character of Springfield. It doesn't try to be modern or trendy, but instead feels consistent with the setting. The room itself was clean and functional, with a slightly dated but well-maintained feel. The bed was comfortable, and the room included useful features like a mini fridge, a solid coffee setup, and plenty of charging options at both the desk and bedside. There's also a small table with two chairs that works well for either a quick meal or getting some work done. The bathroom was straightforward and clean, with a tub/shower combination and everything in good condition. Nothing fancy, but everything you need. One of the biggest advantages here is convenience. The hotel has on-site dining options, including a dinner restaurant and a breakfast spot. We did not try the breakfast buffet, which was offered at around $20 per person, but it appeared well set up. Parking is handled through a city-run garage attached to the building, and at about $7 for 24 hours, it's a great value. The front desk staff was excellent. Check-in and check-out were both smooth, and they even offer contactless check-in through their app, though we chose the traditional key card route. You do need a key card to access the elevator, which adds a layer of security. And of course, the DoubleTree cookies were flowing, which is always a nice touch. We were also able to leave our luggage at the hotel while we went out to visit several Abraham Lincoln sites around Springfield, which added even more convenience to the stay. Overall, the hotel is clean, well-run, and extremely well located. If you are visiting Springfield, especially for anything related to the State Capitol area, this is a very practical and fitting place to stay. President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel 701 E Adams St Springfield, IL 62701

Went here for a work related event while in Springfield. I didn't stay here but was there for a…read moreluncheon. Everyone who worked at the hotel I came in contact was pleasant and helpful. The hotel itself was very clean and inviting. Next time I'm in town for an overnight I think I will drop an anchor here Limited review but it's a review of the visit :)

In my mind, the best wedding reception venues can't just operate as a space or a service, but as a…read moretrusted partner. Ebben and his team at Arlington's delivered exceptional service from start to finish. The food was incredible, the location required minimal decoration, and the staff were composed and communicative. What really stood out to me was how the team helped problem solve throughout the reception. At one point, our music playing device malfunctioned, and Ebben swooped in ready with spare cords and helpful words. We had underestimated the amount of time we would have to dance, but it was no problem - Ebben came in clutch with bar suggestions at the last minute. This guy is the gold standard for customer satisfaction, and was so easy to work with. I feel like in a different life he could have had a successful career as a hostage negotiator. The rest of his team was fantastic - we loved the bartenders and they had excellent communication with Ebben throughout the entire reception. I don't plan on getting married again LOL, but if I did, I would absolutely pick Arlington's every time. They just get it, and were indispensible in making our wedding a memorable and successful event. Thank you so much to all you guys - you are, quite literally, the best.

Great burgers and nice beer selection. Very friendly. Never…read morehad an issue with service. I like their whiskey selection and this a great place to to grab lunch or dinner anytime.

I was attending a glo bingo event, I do not drink alcohol and asked for a glass of water. The only…read morewater that was available was bottled water for $1!!!!!! Thanks but no thanks. Sad that you cannot provide tap water people bring your own water ‼

The best bar tenders for sure, ask for heather,Dennis,mark. They are good spirits, nicest people to…read moreever serve me. my friend had his wedding here. I highly recommend this place for birthday parties,weddings,memorials,graduation parties, baby showers. They also have car shows you can google when they have them, or you can call an they will give information on when an how. For deep details visit their Facebook website firefighters Lake Club, inclides details and times towards the events .

A very good and free stop before walking around the Lincoln Home area. Since they maintain…read moreexcellent information online, and give you a free map, with a little extra research ahead of time that's all you really need. The tours are informative and well run, but this place is a victim of it's own popularity, it is uncomfortably crowded and busy. Reservations for tours take a couple of hours to get to on a good day, so make them ahead of time. Expect herds of school children, and yes, it's important for them to learn American history, but children annoy me in groups larger than two. Georg Simmel would call a group of two a dyad. So, in Simmelian terms, triads or larger of children irritate me. I digress. This is one of those places you just have to come to visit if you're a citizen or want to become one. Good gift shop.

This was a fantastic experience!! We were guided by Ranger Luke…read more He gave us the pre-tour talk and took us through the house. It was very nice for a 150-year-old home. Lincoln's son gave it to the state, asked them to maintain it and keep admission free. And so it was. The kitchen stove and his desk upstairs are a couple of the original pieces. Very impressive place. Thankfully it now has A/C. :)

Inn at 835 made my short visit to Springfield much much more exciting! If you are not a fan of…read moregeneric, corporate chain hotels, Inn at 835 would be your thing! We stayed here only for one night, but felt like we should have stayed for another night!! First of all, the historic building itself is attractive. It is beautifully decorated overall, let alone the individual guest rooms. We stayed at the Lily Room, which was just gorgeous. We just love the way the room is decorated, especially with a nice personal and homely touch. (Imaging you are staying at a hotel room that just makes you feel like home!) Second, great hospitality! We checked into the hotel in the late afternoon and was immediately welcomed by the staff. We were promptly brought to our room. Now we are still in the pandemic, so it is a shame that we could only get a continental breakfast prepared in advance and put in the shared fridge. (I have read so many great reviews on how good the breakfast was made by Melissa. :) ) But the continental breakfast we got the next day was still good! We decided what we wanted to have based on the breakfast list when we checked in. We could get as many items as we want from the list, including bagels, scones, macaroons, Danish, muffins, etc. There are also milk, juice, yogurt to choose. We brought our breakfast back to our beautiful room and we still had a great time! :) Last but not the least, the jacuzzi in our room!! Get a room with a jacuzzi to enhance your stay!! If it was not because we were following a strict itinerary, we would like to stay another night and spend more time feeling this beautiful hotel more!! We definitely will come back to Inn 835 next time when we stop by Springfield!!

Unfortunately the many positives (large interesting historic building, informed and personal staff,…read morewalkable area, extra touches like warm cookies) were overshadowed by one LARGE fail. BEDBUG bites after our stay. Despite convincing photographic evidence and a medical diagnosis the management denied the possibility, claimed pest control found no evidence, and dismissed our complaints. We are sadly still taking measures to ensure our homes do not get infested.

Had a wonderful time tapping into my creative side at this gem of a place! The owners were super…read morenice and helpful! Would definitely go back to dabble some more in all they have to offer for arts and crafts!

Hey check this out, a new business opened up on the North side of Springfield…read more When you walk in you are the artist and you get a tour of the crafts you want make. Painting, Resin, Fairy Gardens, Terrariums. The prices are amazing!! It's great for kids, need a place to hold a birthday party? This is the place. Getting married and need wedding decorations, come on in and let's talk! Bring a group of friends, sit around and craft, BYOB(average) and snacks! Need a place to drop of your teens 13 and older. Give them some money for lunch, there is a subway next door where they can grab a bite, and then continue to craft until their hearts content.

We attended a wedding this past weekend here. Erin's Pavilion is located in Southwind Park in…read moreSpringfield, IL. It is a relatively new facility that just opened in March of last year. Both the bride and groom were from Springfield, IL and had family and friends from the area but had quite a few of us driving from out of town (we decided to make the three hour drive from Chicago). As an out of town guest, it was one of the most seamless wedding events we've attended with everything in the same space. The groom was Indian while the bride was Caucasian and they managed to have an Indian ceremony first followed by the traditional Christian ceremony in the same space both which were well done. The mandap with the fire for the Indian ceremony perfectly doubled for the Christian ceremony. Although we hadn't brought our three year old with it was nice that they had a playground close by so the perfect spot to entertain little ones. The weather was nice so during cocktail hour on the terrace it was nice to be able to walk around the pond they have behind while waiting for the reception to begin. The staff perfectly transformed both the room we were in for the ceremonies as well as the neighboring room into a great banquet hall for the 250-300 guests that attended. It was a wonderful spot to have a wedding and most guests like myself left the day having a wonderful time! A perfect, auspicious way for the sweet bride and groom to be beginning their married life together.

BEEARE! Beautiful place but horrible staff. Would NEVER recommend this for a wedding, or any event…read more I have never witnessed this level of unprofessionalism. They were very unorganized, uninformed and unprofessional. Staff created unneeded trouble and drama that could have been easily handled in a professional manner. Don't be deceived by the good looks, because the staff was horrible. The bride spent a lot of money for her big day, and the staff ruined the reception. No one was at fault except for the staff. Don't ruin your event or wedding. Look elsewhere