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Giant City Lodge

2.5 star property

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Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Lobby
Bar (on property)
Deluxe Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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460 Giant City Lodge Road, Cobden, IL, 62958
  • Place, Giant City State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Indian Creek Trail Trailhead
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Arrowwood Trail Trailhead
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Cabin, 2 Double Beds | Balcony

Cabin, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Cabin, 1 Bedroom | Balcony

Cabin, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Deluxe Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Cobden

At Giant City Lodge you'll be within steps of Shawnee National Forest and Giant City State Park. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and kids' swimming pool as well as access to a playground. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, barbecues and a picnic area. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 8 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 8 AM and 10 AM. .In proximity to this Cobden lodge you'll find Southern Illinois University.
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What's nearby

  • Giant City State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Indian Creek Trail Trailhead - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Arrowwood Trail Trailhead - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 17 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 31 min drive - 25.5 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 23 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fuzzy's Tavern - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪The Iron Whisk Bistro & Bar - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Pequena - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Giant City Lodge

Giant City Lodge offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Giant City Lodge also features barbecue grills and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This Cobden lodge is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Giant City Lodge offers 34 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Satellite televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8 AM to 10 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

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

Is parking available at Giant City Lodge?

Yep, Giant City Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Giant City Lodge?

The closest beach to Giant City Lodge is Campground Beach (6.4 km).

Does Giant City Lodge have a pool?

Giant City Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool.

Does Giant City Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is offered on weekdays from 8 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Giant City Lodge?

No, Giant City Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Giant City Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Giant City Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Giant City Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Giant City Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher S

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

Historic lodge and cabins in a nice state park

The lodge is very cozy and the restaurant is top-notch. Cabin was small but comfortable. Beautiful location in the middle of a state park. My only recommendation is they need more chairs and benches around the property for those who want to read or rest under the trees.
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

CS

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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