Chester accommodation from AU$118

The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Sparta can be found 25 kilometres away from the heart of Chester. Another hotel is the Econo Lodge, which can be found 20 kilometres away. Some other options are the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sainte Genevieve and the Super 8 Perryville.

Don't be a drongo and farewell Chester without checking out the other cool things to see and do in Southern Illinois. Enjoy Southern Illinois' rural landscapes and rolling hills. If the great outdoors are not your cup of tea, explore the region's farms. Popular things to do in this particular part of United States of America include rock climbing, hiking and abseiling.

Carbondale is 55 kilometres to the east of Chester and is where you'll find the Railroaders Memorial, Southern Illinois University and Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center. Carbondale accommodation options include the Super 8 Carbondale and Best Western Saluki Inn. Alternatively, you could stay in Collinsville, 85 kilometres to the north of Chester, where you'll find the DoubleTree by Hilton Collinsville - St. Louis and Super 8 Collinsville St. Louis. The Stonewolf Golf Course, Far Oaks Golf Course and Gateway Conference Center are amongst the more popular places to experience for those visiting Collinsville.

Before you head home from Southwest Illinois, make sure you catch some sport. Visit Scottrade Center to the northwest of Chester. The Days Inn Downtown St. Louis and the Courtyard by Marriott St. Louis Downtown West are close to the action.

Williamson County Regional Airport is the most used airport for arriving in Chester and is 75 kilometres from the centre of town. If you choose to stay nearby, try the Hampton Inn Marion or the Comfort Inn Marion.