Southwest Illinois Beach Vacations

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Find the best beach vacations in Southwest Illinois

What are some benefits when booking beach vacations in Southwest Illinois?

When you travel to the beach in Southwest Illinois, soft sands and inviting waters, warm sun and gentle breezes will help you relax. This applies to the whole family, as kids and adults can find something fun to do, so family beach vacations are the quintessential family trip.


How can I book the best beach vacations in Southwest Illinois?

To find the best beach vacation, you'll need to book the right accommodations for your family. What the best is depends on what you want from your Southwest Illinois trip. Fortunately, you can use various filters combined with the beach filter to sort for what you want. Additionally, you'll need to consider the time of year you visit.

Can I book cheap beach vacations in Southwest Illinois?

There are quite a few things you can do to get cheap beach vacations in Southwest Illinois. Prices range from , and if you want to keep yours on the lower side, you may want to consider just how close to the beach you are. If you don't mind a bit of a walk, further away is typically cheaper. Additionally booking something with a kitchen can help you save by avoiding dining out.

Can I book beach packages?

Yes, and you'll find quite a few beach packages available in Southwest Illinois. These package deals let you save by booking your accommodation and your flight together with savings of up to .

Why should I book family beach vacations?

When you're travelling with the family to Southwest Illinois, booking your vacation by the beach is one of the best ways to keep everyone happy. There's a reason why some of the most memorable family trips for kids are family beach vacations. You'll be just steps away from the water, and you can often enjoy stunning views of the shore from your room.

How can I find a beachfront vacation in Southwest Illinois?

It's easy to find a beachfront vacation accommodation in Southwest Illinois using the search filter. You can filter for waterfront properties specifically that will only show you results that have beautiful views of the shoreline.

How can I book last-minute beach vacations?

Travelling at the last minute doesn't mean you're out of luck to have a dream beach vacation. Last-minute beach vacations may even offer a nice discount as the owners of hotels or other accommodations try to fill their remaining vacancies. All you have to do is input your travel dates and Southwest Illinois as your destination and see what's available.

Can I find all-inclusive beach vacations ?

Yes, all you have to do to find all-inclusive beach vacations in Southwest Illinois is to use the search filter. It will automatically restrict your results to all-inclusive deals that allow you to plan the entire trip in advance.

Can I book a beach trip that's fully refundable?

Any fully refundable booking can bring peace of mind, and we're happy to offer this feature in several packages and locations throughout Illinois. All you have to do to find them is check the policies section on each accommodation page. Of course, you can filter for fully-refundable results specifically, too.

Why should I book beach vacations with Expedia?

When you book with Expedia, you'll find a one-stop shop for all your planning needs. You can book your flight and accommodation at the same place and potentially get a discount for booking these together. You can also take advantage of the Expedia Rewards program. Becoming a member is free, and when you do, you'll earn points with every booking will add discounts on subsequent trips.

Beach Hotels in Southwest Illinois

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Whittington Rend Lake

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Whittington Rend Lake

2.5 out of 5
13277 Freeway Lane, Whittington, IL
  • 1 hour drive from Southern Illinois University
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Whittington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (840 reviews)
Clean and Comfortable
"Incredibly clean and comfortable stay! The staff were super friendly and I had one of the best night sleeps of my life haha"

Reviewed on Aug. 7, 2025

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Whittington Rend Lake
Wine Country Farmhouse On the Wine 🍷 Trail!  Private Lake kayaks Fire Pit 🔥

Wine Country Farmhouse On the Wine 🍷 Trail! Private Lake kayaks Fire Pit 🔥

Cobden
  • 33 min drive from Southern Illinois University
Book a stay at this beach farm stay in Cobden. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Lincoln Heritage Winery and Owl Creek Vineyard ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (143 reviews)
Great house for our big group!
"We loved staying at this house. The host was a great communicator and helpful before we even arrived. The animals were perfect, there was tons of outdoor hanging out space (boats, chairs, fire pit, decks, etc.), and inside was exactly as advertised. Would absolutely recommend to anyone. Inside had ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 4, 2025

Wine Country Farmhouse On the Wine 🍷 Trail! Private Lake kayaks Fire Pit 🔥
Mariner's Village Resort

Mariner's Village Resort

2.5 out of 5
1 Resort Drive, Carlyle, IL
  • 3 hours drive from Southern Illinois University
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carlyle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions West Access Marina and Governors Run Golf ...
"The room was dirty. When i got in the shower i thought i was going to fall through the bottom.i lifted the mat and the bottom of the shower was broken and they put some kind of glue to keep it together it was covered in what looked like black mold."

Reviewed on Mar. 10, 2023

Mariner's Village Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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