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Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Northern Illinois University

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Lobby
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb, near Northern Illinois University, offers practical amenities: laundry facilities, gym, seasonal outdoor pool, and in-room WiFi. Guests praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Gym

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Poolside)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Poolside)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

DeKalb is home to Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb. Northern Illinois University and Ellwood House Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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1212 West Lincoln Highway, DeKalb, IL, 60115

What's nearby

  • Northern Illinois University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Huskie Stadium - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • NIU Convocation Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ellwood House Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Oakland Park - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Elburn Station - 28 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fatty's Pub & Grille - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fushi Yami - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb

Hotel near Northern Illinois University
Located close to Ellwood House Museum, Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb provides laundry facilities, a gym, and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe, a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • Free newspapers, smoke-free premises, and 3 meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 74 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property allows guests 18 or over to check in with valid military ID.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Daily housekeeping is included for stays of 6 nights or less. Limited housekeeping is provided for stays of 7 nights or more.
Pets must be declared at check-in. Guests bringing 1 pet will not be charged pet fees. The listed pet fee in the Fees section applies only if guests bring 2 or more pets. Pets must be leashed in public areas of the property. Guests are expected to clean up after their pet.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 29 to September 04
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Best Western Dekalb
Best Western Dekalb Inn
Red Roof Inn DeKalb Motel
Red Roof Inn DeKalb
Red Roof Inn Suites DeKalb
Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb Hotel
Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb DeKalb
Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb Hotel DeKalb

Frequently asked questions

Does Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb pet-friendly?

Yes, Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb?

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

What time is check-out at Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb located?

Situated in DeKalb, this hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Northern Illinois University and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Ellwood House Museum. Shabbona Lake State Park is 19.1 mi (30.7 km) away.

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Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 751 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 751 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 751 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 751 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 751 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

ORA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was very professional friendly. The rooms were clean. The area was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The desk clerk was friendly, well informed and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The motel wasn’t very nice but we were safe and the room was mostly clean. The room smelled at first.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff made the difference. They were great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness
For the price, it was a nice place. I liked the shower. I loved the outdoor pool. The staff was very helpful. It would be nice to have bigger beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Driving late and had to find a place to stop. This place was great. Clean, very comfortable, easy on and off highway, friendly staff, affordable! Our stay was brief but we were toward the back and there is a lovely courtyard with an outdoor pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! The help the people the area! I stay here every time I go to Dekalb

8/10 Good

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the red roof inn in dekalb il I’ll be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the desk were helpful and checking in and out was fast and easy. My room was clean, quiet, and spacious. I only stayed one night, just to have a bed and a shower, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. The property looked nice and spacious as well. I think it should be advertised more clearly that the hotel is right next to some train tracks. I didn't mind them passing by, but others might not like the noise.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kacee

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

Highly recommend this stay

We got in very late but were greeted by the sweet and amazing Maddy! We also sadly had to leave early in the morning, but our short stay was very cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed the weekend to attend a Northern game. Nice place to stay. Friendly staff. Multiple options for food nearby and within walking distance to the husky stadium
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

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

Great hotel

By far the best hotel comoany out there to accomodate business travel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sintearia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very close to the event I was there for in town. The lady at the desk was a sweetheart I forget her name but it started with a L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shentell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Keep up the good work
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice rooms inside and out.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Little escape

It was a quick overnight stay, the room was nice. Area safe enough to walk a few blocks to get dinner (college town). Only had an issue with my door and lock (it worked but very difficult), I let them know at checkout and they emailed later that it was fixed. I would definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Bridget

Liked: Staff & service

it was fine

it was ok, pretty much what you’d expect from a red roof inn
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Elaxus

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rude & untruthful staff. God got a plan for everybody though. I’ll pray the hundred dollars really helped them.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Clean room and comfortable. Dog friendly was a major perk!! Will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it and the swimming pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not a bad place for the money
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel at a decent price. Good value
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Gussie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the inn never stayed at one and this was totally a good one cause my husband is in a wheelchair and it was so convenient for us thanks so much

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