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William Watson Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Pittsfield with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Double Room, Ensuite (Double Queen Suite) | 1 bedroom
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The William Watson Hotel in the city center offers practical comforts for busy travelers. Guests appreciate the to-go breakfast, modern gym, business center, public WiFi, and snack bar. The 24/7 front desk staff ensures help is always available.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite (King Guest Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (Double Queen Suite) | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite (Double Queen Suite)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite (King Suite) | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite (King Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (Queen Guest Room) | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite (Queen Guest Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (Queen Suite) | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite (Queen Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (Deluxe Double Queen Suite) | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite (Deluxe Double Queen Suite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite (Double Queen Guest Room) | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite (Double Queen Guest Room)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite (Double Queen Handicapp Gu) | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite (Double Queen Handicapp Gu)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite (2 Twin Beds- Guest Room) | Lounge

Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite (2 Twin Beds- Guest Room)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Basic Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
Cable channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Apartment, Private Bathroom, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Washing machine
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
105 East Washington Street, Pittsfield, IL, 62363

What's nearby

  • Pike County Historic Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • John Greene Shastid House - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • King Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Illini Community Hospital - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Old Orchard Country Club - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Quincy, IL (UIN-Quincy Regional-Baldwin Field) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sugar & Smoke - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dari Ripple - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nucci's Pasta House - ‬3 min walk

About this property

William Watson Hotel

Property highlights
At William Watson Hotel, you can look forward to free to-go breakfast, a gym, and a business center. Free WiFi in public areas and a snack bar/deli are available to all guests.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • A 24-hour front desk and smoke-free premises

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Pets

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

How much is parking at William Watson Hotel?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at William Watson Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at William Watson Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is William Watson Hotel located?

Situated in Pittsfield, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of John Greene Shastid House and Pike County Historic Museum. King Park and Illini Community Hospital are also within 15 minutes.

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William Watson Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 343 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 343 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 343 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 343 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 343 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small town feel, felt safe walking around at all times of the day. Was in town for a wedding and the location was perfect. AC worked great and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Definitely would stay here again!

Really loved the historic of the building. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms. The room had nice unique decor. Comfortable feeling.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly place and charming accommodations with super soft sheets and comfortable beds and pillows. I’d go back any time, it was a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darletta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful people
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reese

Very comfortable, home, atmosphere. The staff was great!!!! Couldn’t ask for a better place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is such a cute hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to the Courthouse and dining establishments.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very nice, well-maintained historic hotel. You’re not going to get all of the spaciousness and amenities associated with a new-built franchised hotel, but that’s not why you’re staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet old hotel with lots of Illinois history in the hotel with past occupants like abe Lincoln
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has so much history. Such great service and so peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute old hotel nicely decorated to feel like a home away from home. The rooms are very clean and smelled nice. The front desk lady was very nice and accommodating. Cute little town i will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly

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

Great for couples & men

The front desk was incredibly accommodating, we needed to switch rooms and she helped with my kiddo so I could move parking. The cafe is NOT handicapped accessible and that’s where you check in- if you have a cane you might be alright- a chair forgettaboutit & stop in Hannibal or Jacksonville. I don’t know that I would choose to stay here again, the staff is amazing, but there was little sound proofing to the rooms, as a single mom not having a deadbolt or safety chain made it difficult to not jump awake at every noise. There is not an elevator or luggage cart- so if you’re traveling heavy it can be cumbersome if your room is on the 2nd floor.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Debra

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning unit was right over the head of the bed-felt like I was catching a cold every morning when I woke up. Had to leave it on constantly cause humidity was so high and no windows in the room. Bathroom faucet was clogged so it took a long time to drain. It said breakfast on their website, but it amounted to snacks. False advertising. Was not a good visit at all and will never stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

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

Family Visit

Extremely pleased with accommodations. Clean, comfortable, and homey. Historical motif with modern updates was quite refreshing. Staff were more than happy to help in any way. Will definitely recommend staying at the William Watson Hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

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

A Hidden Gem

This is the most quaint and precious little boutique hotel. It is located right on the square. My room had a perfect view of the local city hall. Both the lobby and my room were decorated with original time-oriented pieces. I absolutely LOVED this place and will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a historic hotel built in 1838 and located on the main square. Abraham Lincoln used to wait here for verdicts to come back in the courthouse. It is old and charming. If you want ultra new, this isn't the place. Great coffee shop catty corner to the hotel. It also served lunch and breakfast, and there is another diner on the square. Staff are helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This historic hotel was so beautiful and very clean. The exposed brick and moldings were gorgeous. Sometimes beds in motels and hotels can be very comfortable. We had an excellent nights sleep in a very comfortable bed. It was a bit sobering to be where Stephen Douglas and Abraham Lincoln were at so often. I highly recommend if you want to step back into history.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This is a very historic old hotel in the middle of Pittsfield, Illinois, an area that Abraham Lincoln frequented. It has a very rich heritage. However, check-in was unique -- the keys are left on the front counter because there was no staff on site. I thought that was most unusual and not very secure. They also use regular keys and not electronic ones. In addition, there was no deadbolt on the room door making it feel less safe. Finally, when we first got into the room, we found a number of crickets and other insects which we killed. We spent our first 30 minutes hunting down the bugs and eliminating them. Since there was no staff on the property, we had to take care of this ourselves nor could we request another room. However, having said all that, the staff was very nice and helpful the next morning. They were very friendly and we enjoyed talking with them. So, in spite of the bugs and the unique check-in process, our stay was pleasant and we enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was wonderful. The beds were comfortable and shower was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Brandi is the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this historic hotel. We were in town to see our daughter I am so glad we booked here. Clean nice rooms with personality and history.
Lobby loved the history
Beautiful building
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its a lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always my Go-to place to stay in Pittsfield! Great staff, clean, comfortable, and location. Some rooms do not have windows so are really dark inside. But overall great place to stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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