I'll preface by saying I was here for the total eclipse. It was the only place available, even at…read moreNYC price of $200/nite. Based on the reviews, I almost canceled. I am so glad I did not. Not to be snooty, but I normally stay in luxury accommodations, yet I was very happy here. Based on the reviews, I expected Addams Family. Or the Exorcist. Is it run down? Miserably so. Does it look like "drifter" lodging? Yep. But they were most friendly and the room/fridge was clean, clean, clean. Free bag o' chips and water. Free solar glasses. Freshly washed blanket on demand. Great bed. Good internet. Could you really ask for more? Well, yes, but considering the hordes of eclipse watchers, at its epicenter , it worked just fine. If your really on a budget, this is the place to go.

We used Cabin 1 at Oak Grove Cabins as a base for both moving our 18-year old college freshman into…read moreSouthern Illinois University and a means to explore Giant City and environs. We found: - A clean, comfortable cabin with the kitchen stocked with everything needed - A queen bed in one room and a king in the other - A clean hot tub for relaxing after long hikes - Easy access to U.S. 51 to get into Carbondale to help move the new college attendee - A filled binder with suggestions for sightseeing and getting food - Personal attention from the owner when asked Dorothy, one of the owners, sent me an email afterwards complimenting us on leaving the place clean. We even met the neighbor in the last house before the turnoff to the cabins and she was very helpful on getting our older child acclimated to college. HIghly recommend.

Amazing stay, and all around lovely place. Everything was perfect and the hot tub was amazing…read more glad to have found this small piece of heaven and definitely want to plan a trip here again!

The converted school was very interesting, with old school desks on display. Each room had a theme,…read moresuch as music and art. The hospitality was great, and the breakfasts were outstanding. They served one of the best verstions of French Toast I have ever had! All in all, a unique and charming place to stay.

Ooooh!!! Sooo cute! And the rooms are HUGE! OK,I can't speak for all the rooms, but they used to be…read moreclassrooms, so they're waaay bigger than anything you'd get at a regular hotel! I'd definitely recommend! Lyle checked us in and have great recommendations for things in the area. Can't wait to explore the state park and have our next adventure!

I spent a lot of time an effort researching car rental companies in Puerto Vallarta. I needed to…read morerent a car for 3 day (van actually). All of the websites kept listing really low prices for the rental. Once I did the research, I found that theses companies were requiring me to buy their insurance at crazy, expensive prices. They keep this little fact hidden until you show up. I did not want to purchase their insurance because my credit card will cover me. However, if you choose to go this route the rental car companies charge a $5000-$10,000. deposit. I can do this but it is a really big hassle. Then I contacted icarental by email. The owner George called me and the price to rent the van for 3 days is half of what the other car rental places were charging me without the hassle. He is going to meet me at the PV airport when I land. I will sign the rental contract, then off I go. When I return the car I am to park it in the parking lot and then icarental will come and pick it up. I am renting from them on Sept 1. I will update this after my trip.

Great price on Hotel. Gym and pool were great. Room is very nice. Quick check in and check out…read more Staff is very friendly. Manager of hotel stopped and asked how everything was. They gave me a late checkout no charge. I ate at the breakfast place and the staff was very friendly and fast. Casino floor is very nice. Never felt crowed like other casinos because the games are to close together. Question would I come back? Yes very much so.

Perfect place to entertain guests from out of town or just a quick getaway…read more Clean casino. Not full of smoke. Drinks are reasonably priced. The slots paid out a little while I played (great to win your money back). Next time I'm in town, will revisit.

What a great time! Situated near the campus of Southern Illinois University, The Train Inn is a…read moredarling B&B. Paul and Marion are gracious hosts who are very welcoming. We enjoyed sipping whiskey with them on the front porch of the B&B ;) Breakfast both mornings was a delightful surprise. Paul is an excellent chef who asks for likes and dislikes the evening before. Habenero poppers, French toast, bacon and yogurt with strawberries and coconut, along with fresh brewed coffee, greeted us the first morning. Oven roasted butternut squash, blueberries, avocado English muffins and omelets were served the second morning. Conversation flowed easily with our hosts. We stayed in the Carbondale Room, the upstairs suite. A comfortable king bed, shower and toilet, along with a closet and dresser, make up the room. If you are passing through, visiting your student or traveling the local wine trail, consider The Train Inn!

Paul Lewers is your host with THE MOST!! Great place to…read morechill and see So Ill! Breakfast is gourmet! Eggs with veggies from the garden out back, local bacon, pancakes with real Maple syrup!! Quiet at night and morning!

My husband and I have been camping several times at Crab Orchard Campgrounds. We love it there. The…read morecampgrounds are kept clean, restrooms and shower houses are very clean. Staff is friendly and goes out of their way to be helpful. Every lot has a nice scenic view. You have the opportunity to fish and swim at the beach. We enjoy just walking around the campgrounds. The campground is dog friendly, and all dogs are on a leash or small pen. We are looking forward to many more visits here. The Grizzell.

Brought out 6 year old and 8 year old to camp for the weekend. Before we knew it we had kids from…read moreseveral other camp sites at our site so my husband brought out the s'mores and began fixing them for everyone. He cut a limb from the tree in our yard for 1 of the boys and all of a sudden a man filming him with a phone started walking towards us yelling at him. This was one of the camp host.My husband explained what he was doing and the man continued to film in in front of all the children and yell about the stick he pulled from the tree. My husband apologized and said it wouldn't happen again. About an hour later about an hour later the refugee police pulled up and said that the man had called him grumbling about the tree. We were ticked and fined. I have read other reviews on the FB website where people have written about this particular camp host.

Cleanest restrooms we've stopped at. The area is beautiful and well maintained. Definitely…read morerecommend going there.

Signs say it is open but got to it and said open for parking. All restrooms closed! Next closest…read morearea to use restroom is about 20 miles away.