DeKalb
1212 W Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb IL
Value and Comfort at Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb
Right around the corner from Northern Illinois University, Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb offers a convenient and value-driven stay for campus visitors, business travelers, and road trippers alike. Whether you're in town for a Huskies game, a conference, or a visit to downtown DeKalb, this pet-friendly hotel keeps you close to it all.
Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb provides reliable comfort and helpful amenities in a warm, welcoming setting. From on-the-go guests to extended stays, this location delivers convenience without compromise.
Guests can expect the basic essentials, including free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with an expanded cable package, and in-room coffee. Seasonal perks like the outdoor pool (open Memorial Day through Labor Day), plus a fitness center, business center, and meeting rooms, help support a productive and relaxing stay.
Located just a quarter mile from NIU’s Convocation Center and close to Kishwaukee College, the hotel also offers easy access to local spots like Nestlé, Egyptian Theatre, and Stage Coach Players Theatre, making it a great base for both work and entertainment in DeKalb!
DeKalb, IL Hotel
Key Amenities
Value
- Free Coffee in the Lobby
- Free Expanded Cable
- Free Long-Distance Calling
- Free Wi-Fi
- Kids 17 & Under Stay Free
Convenience
- Airport within 10 Miles
- Paid Laundry
- Portable Crib/Play Yard Available
- Restaurant within Walking Distance
- Vending Machines
Recreation
- Seasonal Pool
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Limited Bus/Truck Parking Available
Rooms
- Accessible Guest Rooms with Doorways that Provide 32” of Clear Width
- ADA Accessible Rooms
- Guest Room Televisions have Closed Captioning
Meeting Room
- Assistive Listening Devices Available for Meetings Upon Request
Lobby
- Accessible Business Center
- Accessible Lobby Registration Desk
- Accessible Public Entrance to Lobby
- Accessible Public Restrooms
Assistance
- Communication Assistance Available: TTY & Bed Shaker
- Employees are trained to read written materials aloud to guests who are blind or have low vision
- Employees will provide verbal directions on locations in the hotel to guests who are blind or have low vision
- Portable Communications Kits Available for the Hearing Impaired
- Service Animals are Welcome
- Signage for Permanent Rooms and Spaces have Braille and Raised Characters
- Wheelchair Accessible Guest Transportation - Not Available
- Wheelchair Accessible Guest Transportation with Advance Notice
Parking
- Accessible Parking Spaces for Cars in Self-Parking Facility
- Accessible Parking Spaces for Vans in Self-Parking Facility
- ADA Accessible Parking
Accessible Routes
- Accessible Route from Accessible Public Entrance to Accessible Guestrooms
- Accessible Route from Accessible Public Entrance to Business Center
- Accessible Route from Accessible Public Entrance to Fitness Center
- Accessible Route from Accessible Public Entrance to Registration Area
- Accessible Route from Accessible Public Entrance to the Meeting Room/Ballroom Area
Recreation
- Accessible Fitness Center
- Accessible Swimming Pool
- Pool Lift Available
Check-in Age: 21 years or older (18 years or older with a valid Military ID).
Pet Policy: One, well-behaved domestic pet (cat or dog) Stays Free! Pets must be declared at check-in. Up to 2 pets allowed per room. Second pet $15/ night, not to exceed 7 nights or $105 per pet per stay. Pet not to exceed 80 pounds. Service and emotional support animals are always welcome.
Special Policy: A valid credit card is required at check-in for incidentals and room rental. Cash is not accepted as payment.
Deposit Policy: A $100 refundable deposit is required at check-in. This policy does not apply to DB (Direct Bill) or UCC (Universal Credit Card) guests.
Attractions
- Huskie Stadium (0.24 / 0.39 )
- Northern Illinois University (0.24 / 0.39 )
- Glidden Historical Center (0.33 / 0.53 )
- Egyptian Theatre (1.22 / 1.96 )
- Ellwood House Museum (1.2 / 1.93 )
- Stage Coach Players (1.44 / 2.32 )
- AMC Market Square 10 (3.1 / 4.99 )
- Jonamac Orchard (4.78 / 7.69 )
- Acquaviva Winery (12.47 / 20.07 )
- Shabbona Lake State Park (12.95 / 20.84 )
Restaurants
- Culver's (0.05 / 0.08 )
- Fatty's Pub & Grill (0.09 / 0.14 )
- Happy Wok Chinese Restaurant (0.06 / 0.1 )
- Pizza Pro's (0.06 / 0.1 )
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (0.12 / 0.19 )
- Taco Bell (0.05 / 0.08 )
- Dunkin' (0.16 / 0.26 )
- IHOP (0.2 / 0.32 )
- Jersey Mike's Subs (0.17 / 0.27 )
- Starbucks (0.25 / 0.4 )
Airports
- DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport (DKB) (3.29 / 5.29 )
- Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) (24.99 / 40.22 )
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) (44.91 / 72.28 )
Nearby Parks
Prairie Park (walking distance) has walking trails, disc golf and picnic tables to enjoy a day outdoors. Shabbona Lake State Park (16.9 miles) features fishing, kayaking, hiking and more! Explore outside then rest at Red Roof.
Jonamac Orchard
Spend an afternoon with the family at the beautiful Jonamac Orchard. This Orchard has been providing quality farm products since 1984. They also host special events all year around as well. Just 6 miles away.
Nearby Museums
Isaac Ellwood and Joseph F. Glidden are two entrepreneurs that brought you the barbed wire. It all started in the City of Dekalb! Come out and visit the Ellwood House Museum (1.5 miles) where Ellwood and his family once lived and/or visit the Glidden Homestead and Historical Center (0.3 miles).
Northern Illinois University
Visiting someone on campus at Northern Illinois University? Keep the commute short. When you stay at Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb, you're only a mile away from the University. Any closer, you'd be on campus! Book now!
