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Giant City Lodge

2.5 star property
Lakefront lodge with seasonal outdoor pool and children's pool

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Bar (on property)
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Aerial view
Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets
Lobby
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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460 Giant City Lodge Road, Cobden, IL, 62958
  • Popular LocationGiant City State Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSouthern Illinois University18 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlue Sky Vineyards23 min drive
  • AirportCarbondale, IL (MDH-Southern Illinois)35 min drive
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Room options

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Cabin, 1 Bedroom | Balcony

Cabin, 1 Bedroom

8.8/10 Excellent

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 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

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Cabin, 2 Double Beds | Balcony

Cabin, 2 Double Beds

9/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cobden

Located in Cobden, Giant City Lodge is in a rural area and on a lake. Arrowwood Trail Trailhead and Indian Creek Trail Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shawnee National Forest and Giant City State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Giant City State Park - 1 min walk
  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 16 min drive
  • Southern Illinois University - 18 min drive
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 23 min drive
  • StarView Vineyards - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 23 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - 2 min walk
  • The Iron Whisk - 27 min drive
  • StarView Vineyards - 31 min drive
  • Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - 17 min drive
  • Taqueria Pequena - 28 min drive

About this property

Giant City Lodge

Lodge by the lake
Take advantage of a playground, a bar, and a restaurant at Giant City Lodge. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Giant City Lodge boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: 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

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10–20 for adults, and USD 5–10 for children
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Does Giant City Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Giant City Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Giant City Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Giant City Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Giant City Lodge?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Giant City Lodge located?

Situated on a lake, this lodge is steps from Shawnee National Forest and Giant City State Park. Arrowwood Trail Trailhead and Indian Creek Trail Trailhead are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

barbara

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Theresa

Traveled with group
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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Tammy, Monticello

Traveled with group
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

8/10 Good

Charles

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Franklin

Traveled with family
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

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

CS, Granite City

Business traveler
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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike, Salem, IL

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019