Title: Beach Vacations in Southern Illinois 2026 | Expedia.ca ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635944113522/0e29d2f8-2d58-457a-908d-4b89b13776d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # Southern Illinois Beach Vacations ## Book a Hotel + Flight or Car together to unlock savings Photo by Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau - ## Plan, book, travel with confidence - ### Better together Save up to CA $1,096 when you book a flight and hotel together\* - ### Find the right fit With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package - ### Rest easy Plan, book, and manage your trip all in one place ## 4 Night Beach holidays in Southern Illinois Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Super 8 by Wyndham Pontoon Beach IL/St. Louis MO Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/855700/855689/669984cf_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Super 8 by Wyndham Pontoon Beach IL/St. Louis MO Area CA $783 per person Apr 11 - Apr 15 found 1 day ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Calgary (YYC) to St. Louis (STL) 5.6/10 (653 reviews) Safe area and easy to work with staff. Reviewed on Sep 5, 2025 ![Best Western Plus Pontoon Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2695400/2695352/01153352_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Best Western Plus Pontoon Beach CA $949 per person Apr 11 - Apr 15 found 1 day ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Calgary (YYC) to St. Louis (STL) 8.6/10 Excellent! (782 reviews) The hotel was good clean and pool was amazing breakfast was ok but overall I’ll recommend Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026 ![La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pontoon Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/424300/424254/dfd22323_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pontoon Beach CA $933 per person Apr 11 - Apr 15 found 1 day ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Calgary (YYC) to St. Louis (STL) 7.6/10 Good! (511 reviews) The hotel staff was exceptionally accommodating. Would stay here over anywhere in the area. Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025 Don't see what you're looking for? See all available trips from Columbus to Southern Illinois [View all trips](https://expedia.ca/go/package/search/FlightHotel/2026-02-20/2026-02-27/?FromAirport=Columbus,%20Ohio,%20United%20States%20of%20America&Destination=STL&NumRoom=1&NumAdult=2&NumChild=0&paandie=true) ## Find the best beach vacations in Southern Illinois #### What are some benefits when booking beach vacations in Southern Illinois? When you travel to the beach in Southern 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 Southern 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 Southern 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 Southern Illinois? There are quite a few things you can do to get cheap beach vacations in Southern Illinois. Prices range from CA $783, 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 Southern Illinois. These package deals let you save by booking your accommodation and your flight together with savings of up to 4\. #### Why should I book family beach vacations? When you're travelling with the family to Southern 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 Southern Illinois? It's easy to find a beachfront vacation accommodation in Southern 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 Southern 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 Southern 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 Southern Illinois ![Indoor Heated Pool pontoon boat fish 3 full baths sleeps 17 in beds 2025 SALE!!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31850000/31846600/31846532/df0ad73d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Indoor Heated Pool pontoon boat fish 3 full baths sleeps 17 in beds 2025 SALE!!! Mt Vernon IL - 2 hours drive from Shawnee National Forest Book a stay at this beach lodge in Bluford. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. 10/10 Exceptional! (185 reviews) 2nd time staying here and it was great again. Love how secluded it is. Caught some fish. Cooked some great food. Had a wonderful time getting away from reality for a bit. Highly recommend this lakeside lodge cabin. Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Bluford-Hotels-Indoor-Pool.h31846532.Hotel-Information) ![SureStay Hotel by Best Western Whittington Rend Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7220000/7214300/7214281/1c773b5e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SureStay Hotel by Best Western Whittington Rend Lake 13277 Freeway Lane Whittington IL - 2 hours drive from Shawnee National Forest 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! (922 reviews) The room is spacious but the breakfast is too simple. Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Whittington-Hotels-SureStay-Hotel-By-Best-Western-Whittington-Rend-Lake.h7214281.Hotel-Information) ![Quality Inn Effingham North](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/82600/82513/08714d2f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quality Inn Effingham North 1304 W Evergreen Drive Effingham IL - 4 hours drive from Shawnee National Forest Stay at this hotel in Effingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews) The staff was very friendly and helpful, the room was spotless, and the breakfast was great with a good variety of food selections. Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Effingham-Hotels-Quality-Inn-Effingham.h82513.Hotel-Information) [See all 1,113 properties in Southern Illinois](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.Package®ionId=6233859) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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