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Giant City Lodge

2.5 star property
Lakefront lodge with a seasonal outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Bar (on property)
Lobby
Seasonal outdoor pool
Cabin, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets
Cabin, 2 Double Beds | Terrace/patio
Giant City Lodge offers a peaceful lakeside retreat where travelers can enjoy seasonal swimming in the main or children's pool. Kids love the playground facilities, while adults appreciate unwinding with a refreshing drink at the bar after a day of outdoor activities.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Cabin, 2 Double Beds | Balcony

Cabin, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Cabin, 1 Bedroom | Balcony

Cabin, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Deluxe Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
460 Giant City Lodge Road, Cobden, IL, 62958

What's nearby

  • Giant City State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Arrowwood Trail Trailhead - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 16 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Southern Illinois University - 23 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 35 min drive - 15.2 miles

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 23 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fuzzy's Tavern - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Iron Whisk Bistro & Bar - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪StarView Vineyards - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Blue Sky Vineyard - ‬29 min drive

About this property

Giant City Lodge

Lodge near Shawnee National Forest
Take advantage of a playground, a bar, and a restaurant at Giant City Lodge. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Giant City Lodge boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a state park
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 for adults, and USD 5 to 10 for children
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Giant City Lodge Makanda
Giant City Makanda
Giant City Hotel Makanda
Giant City Lodge Cobden
Giant City Cobden
Giant City Lodge Lodge
Giant City Lodge Cobden
Giant City Lodge Lodge Cobden

Frequently asked questions

Does Giant City Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Giant City Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Giant City Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Giant City Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Giant City Lodge?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Giant City Lodge located?

Situated on a lake, this lodge is steps from Shawnee National Forest and Giant City State Park. Arrowwood Trail Trailhead and Indian Creek Trail Trailhead are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Giant City Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quite woodland retreat. A wonderful cabin with two beds and a sitting area with TV and eating area. Great size room, not far from the main building where you order your dinner to go and eat it in your cabin due to COVID Friendly staff Bring your shampoo and conditioner
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Theresa

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

Worth a look

Quick overnight getaway with friends. Basic with few frills but, peaceful and tranquil. Staff even called to check on check in time to ensure we didn't miss out on ordering food. Definitely worth a visit if you don't mind simple clean accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nereida

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

Quiet comfortable cabin stay

I've always wanted to stay at these cabins. I've frequented Giant City park quite often. This was my first trip back in years and I'm glad I booked this. Covid restrictions didn't impact our stay here at all. Staff was extremely friendly. I drove in from Chicago and was experiencing heavy traffic, the staff was very accommodating for our late check in. I will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the quiet and having the lodge nearby for dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tammy, Monticello

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Quiet and secluded. Great food at the lodge. Coffee was the best.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Think of hotel cabins, if you have never heard quiet, you will here!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Frank

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

Great Place to Stay

Very happy with everything, room, dining, all of it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Beautiful historic lodhe

Rustic cabins outside, but comfortable inside. Nice beds and pillows, great restaurant. I loved the historic lodge!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

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

Beautiful retro getaway

This was the perfect place to go for a break from sheltering in place. Private cabins mean you don't have to share the air with other guests, and there are endless outdoor activities in every direction. Staff was very friendly and respected pandemic guidelines, and food was top notch!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

CS, Granite City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff . The cabin was clean . The food in the lodge was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

David

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

Great trip to the Giant City Lodge

The staff is very friendly and willing to help any way they can. The cabins were clean but the matresses were very soft as were the pillows. Due to the Covid19 issues they do not clean the cabins every day while you are there. We did not have a problem with that as it eliminates anyone else in our cabin that could on knowingly bring the virus into our cabin. The attached resturant has some great staff. Natalie was especially attentivfe without going overboard. We stayed 3 nights and thought it was a good base for seeing the surrounding area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place and the people are amazing !!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike, Salem, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was great and fine. we were left alone to do our thing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

barbara

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

Excellent stay

Dinner and breakfast was super amazing! Very filling. Service was very good too. The room was very quiet. But the heating vent made some noise. Hope to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique old lodge and cabins in a beautiful wooded setting Well worth the drive through the picturesque state park and wine country.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Mattress could be better. Screen door needs repair.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
If you want to get lost, deep in the woods, this is the place. Wildlife and mother Nature everywhere. No cell phone bars, no wifi
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Kathlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was lovely. The lodge itself has the charm of the work done by the CCC in the 30s. The cabin we stayed in was cozy, with a living room including a fire place and deck. It had a refrigerator and coffee pot. A microwave would added to its completeness. The natural setting and the mild, sunny days made it quite delightful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was nice. Water pressure in shower could have been stronger. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful . The cabin was nicer than i expected
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was very peaceful and clean The owners are very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Didn't have WiFi. Nice restaurant. The trails were great. Enjoyed the visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

Quiet clean and friendly

Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Food was excellent. Cabin was clean and comfortable. We were just passing through and needed a place to stay, but would absolutely come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and the restaurant was delicious and economically friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

A Walk in the Woods

The Lodge is a beautiful rustic structure.. the cabins are comfortable and the only trouble we had was getting the TV to work properly. Great hiking all arpund and the restaurant had a great menu.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

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