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Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach

2.5 star property
This hotel offers metro access, a nearby nature reserve, continental breakfast, and practical amenities for a comfortable stay.

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A modern bathroom with a red bathtub, a white sink, and a shower. There is a bed with a white mattress and a grey curtain in the adjacent room. - Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach (Granite City)
A modern room with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, two red chairs, a small table, and a view of the outside. - Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach (Granite City)
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a white countertop, and a framed picture on the wall. - Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach (Granite City)
A modern kitchen area with a dining table and chairs, a refrigerator, a coffee machine, and a vending machine. - Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach (Granite City)
A spacious interior with a high ceiling, a staircase with wooden balusters, and a modern kitchen area in the background. - Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach (Granite City)
Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach, off the metro line, offers convenience and comfort. Enjoy continental breakfast, WiFi, on-site laundry, and a nearby nature reserve. Quick snacks from the vending machine. Staff praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a painting, and a phone on the nightstand.

Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a painting, and a phone on the nightstand.

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pet Friendly)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a TV.

Business Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a chair.

Business Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Granite City, Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach is near a metro station. City Museum and Fox Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Gateway Arch and St. Louis Union Station. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Dome at America’s Center or Busch Stadium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Pontoon Beach travel guide
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1240 E Chain Of Rocks Rd, Granite City, IL, 62040

What's nearby

  • A baseball stadium with a large crowd, a prominent arch structure, and various advertisements.
    Busch Stadium
    17 min drive - 21.2 miles
  • The Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri, with a well-maintained lawn and trees in the foreground.
    Gateway Arch
    17 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • A cityscape with a prominent arch structure, various high-rise buildings, and a large government building.
    Dome at America’s Center
    17 min drive - 20.6 miles
  • A historic building with a clock tower and red-roofed structures.
    St. Louis Union Station
    19 min drive - 22.5 miles
  • Pontoon Beach Village Hall
    2 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • St. Louis Gateway Station
    23 min drive
  • St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Smokey Joe's
    4 min drive
  • Rosati's Pizza
    3 min drive
  • Uncle Linny's Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Route 66 Kickstand Bar
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Built in 1990
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property's general deposit is refundable within 7 days after check-out.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50.00 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
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 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50.00 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach located?

Situated in Granite City, this hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Pontoon Beach Village Hall and within 6 mi (10 km) of Horseshoe Lake State Park and Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center. Wilson Park and Lewis and Clark Confluence Tower are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 325 out of 700 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 700 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 700 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 700 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 700 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT PLACE GREAT HELPFUL STAFF ASWELL
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jim

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My room was clean with a comfortable bed at a reasonable price. A better option than other similar hotels in the vicinity.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

robert

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Clean, comfortable and friendly employees. What more could you ask for? It's not the 5-star Ritz, and that is OK, we weren't expecting it to be. For the price we paid the hotel was more than satisfactory. A great choice for any weary traveler looking for accommodations overnight. Oh, and the air conditioner worked amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. The staff was very kind. The bed was comfortable and I loved that it was a platform bed. You coukd eat off the floors it was so clean. I will definitely stay there again. Oh and the decor was very cool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly !! Love staying at the Pontoon Beach Red lion.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Customer Service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Very helpful very friendly. Nice and clean rooms. Breakfast on point in the mornings. My 2 nights were Excellent. No complaints.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, staff, great hot breakfast daily
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Saulius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice rooms, parking was great breakfast was good and staff was great, the walls were hollow and could hear other guests yelling and fighting.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gena

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast! Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is clean and quiet. Breakfast selection is very limited
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for price. Usually very clean and smells good upon arrival
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was amazing. The room was clean and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

gunnar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
room was clean, check in was quick and easy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes, very good, yes good breakfast, yes truck parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nikolai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly, delicious breakfast, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed our stay. Staff were very nice & took care of us. We’ll definitely be back.😉👍😉
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zion

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes very much amazing nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was a good toilet in the room very clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place was great Very clean and quiet Room and very spacious Bed was comfortable. We will definitely be staying there again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Paytn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a weird smell in every hall room etc here. The room was not horrible, good enough for a one night stay. The bed was SUPER comfortable. Perfect drive to st. louis for a concert. I would stay here again for the price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shkaia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff were really nice & helpful!! We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Decent and comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was clean and staff very polite and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025