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Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area

2.5 star property
Hotel in DeKalb with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Lobby
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Exterior

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
The current price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct

Explore the area

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W Lincoln Hwy, 1314,1314, DeKalb, IL, 60115
  • Northern Illinois University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Huskie Stadium
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • NIU Convocation Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Bathtub)

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Bathtub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

DeKalb

Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area places you steps from Northern Illinois University and within a 15-minute stroll of NIU Convocation Center. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, free self-parking and a 24-hour business centre. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a business centre. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this DeKalb hotel include Huskie Stadium and NIU Art Museum.

What's nearby

  • Northern Illinois University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Huskie Stadium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • NIU Convocation Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ellwood House Museum - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Oakland Park - 9 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • ‪Fatty's Pub & Grille - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fushi Yami - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area

Hotel in DeKalb with free breakfast and fitness centre
WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this hotel measures 258 square feet (24 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area also features a fitness centre, coffee/tea in common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This DeKalb hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 258 sq ft of conference space
  • 24 sq. m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area offers 53 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Premium cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

This DeKalb hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 258 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: noon
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 250 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Baymont Inn DeKalb
Baymont Inn Hotel DeKalb
Baymont Inn DeKalb Hotel
Baymont Inn Suites DeKalb
Baymont Wyndham DeKalb Hotel
Baymont Wyndham DeKalb

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area?

Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area on 6 Oct 2025 start from AU$137.10, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area?

Yep, Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area has a free self car park.

Does Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area serve breakfast?

You bet, free buffet brekkie is offered daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area?

No, Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Comfort Inn DeKalb - University Area Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 246 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

NIcholas

Travelled with family
Room not clean, mildew on shower curtain
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

SHANNON

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in was easy. Staff was friendly. Breakfast did not have many options. Juice machine had 3 options but it only had OJ. Very convenient location by the university and many restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dameon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good spot for a stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kelly

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked this hotel because it has a pool and that was really important to our family. I arrived to find the pool was permanently closed. The room was clean but it smelled bad.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Carlos

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Bring your housekeeping skills.

Wasn’t advised that I’d have to ask them to dump my trash or clean my room on the weekend. Had to request clean towels.No safe in room. Had to sign so many disclaimers that I asked about thefts. Room was comfortable and clean at check in. Staff were pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Our stay was comfortable. Great location close to the NIU campus and dining options.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Vincent

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room was ok, but not cleaned well. It had a lingering smell that you might expect in a grandparents home. The shower had rust and was not used during our stay. Overall decent if you need it for a night, but wouldn’t recommend for a longer stay given the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When every other hotel gouged their rates for the graduation in town, they stayed decent on their rate. Always a reliable location to stay when we visit family. Close to everything. Even with the trains behind the hotel it’s quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sherri

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
They had a malfunction with smoke detectors and it went off at 6 am, and again a couple hours later (for testing purposes).
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Coffee pot was moldy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice front desk staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the proximity to NIU. The room was nice and clean. The water in the bathroom got hot quickly. The fan and the light in the bathroom was rather noisy however and the light would not come on without the fan which was a slight drawback. But overall, I was pleased with the room and cost of the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dameon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to shopping and dining options in area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachele

Travelled with family
We’re affordable, clean, tasty breakfast. Just wish they had potatoes.🤗 front desk staff very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Good location cockroaches in room for 130 a night
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sayara

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jerry

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaWonna, Oswego

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was very nice and comfortable to stay in. So much so, that I will be staying here for a little bit longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024