Skip to main content

Search the middle of everything...

Shedd Aquarium

Makanda Inn & Cottages

855 Old Lower Cobden Road, Makanda, IL 62958

Cabins & Lodges

Sustainable Eco-Friendly Resort - Luxurious & Romantic.

Nestled in the Shawnee National Forest, this inn is located just 1/2 mile south of the Makanda Boardwalk, adjacent to the Giant City State Park and only 15 minutes south of Southern Illinois University. Featuring four guest rooms and 3 cottages, each designed for privacy & comfort. This eco-friendly lodging establishment features peaceful settings with modern touches ideal for business travel, romance, adventure seekers, wine lovers, and SIU Alumni, parents and visitors.

Images

More Information

  • Air Conditioning
  • Parking Available
  • Heating
  • Accepts Credit Cards

How to find us?

Back to Listings

What's happening nearby...

#featured

Southern Illinois Route - The American Discovery 250 Relay

Oct 03 – Oct 09

Explore Southern Illinois by bike, foot, or horse as the Relay travels through towns, forests, & river valleys. Join for a mile or a day-your choice-a…

Read more about Southern Illinois Route - The American Discovery 250 Relay

Wine & Food pairing / Midsummer Picnic Pairings

Blue Sky Vineyard •  Aug 07 – Aug 08 @ 12noon

Wineries of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail have paired up to create wonderful weekend of wine and food pairings. Join us for a progressive tasting along…

Read more about Wine & Food pairing / Midsummer Picnic Pairings

Southern Illinois Honey Festival

Sep 19 @ 10AM

Southern Illinois Honey Festival is held in the Valley of the Arts, Downtown Makanda, IL. Makanda borders the beautiful Shawnee National Forest, the gateway to Illinois’…

Read more about Southern Illinois Honey Festival

You might also be interested...

Cabins at Stone Creek

Makanda

Cabins at Stone Creek are, fully furnished lodging available for rent. Weekend getaways, Wine Trail, or Southern Illinois Golf.

Read more about Cabins at Stone Creek

Walnut Grove Cabins

Makanda

Walnut Grove Cabin Rentals are located in the rolling hills of Southern Illinois in the Shawnee National Forest.

Read more about Walnut Grove Cabins

Rocky Comfort Cabins

Makanda

Unforgettable getaway in the Shawnee National Forest along the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Peaceful and uncrowded, hide away and rekindle the romance in one of our…

Read more about Rocky Comfort Cabins

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get inspired by top travel stories, gain access to exclusive promotions and contests, and discover even more reasons to #EnjoyIllinois.