8 hôtels Boutique près de Mattoon, IL 61938, USA

If you want to take a trip to Illinois, start at the center of the state. Mattoon’s convenient location makes it easy to enjoy the array of lakes, a historical downtown and other surrounding areas. If you plan your trip right, you may even catch the Mattoon Bagelfest! The city is home to a Bagel Factory, the owner of which hosted a free bagel breakfast for local residents. This act of generosity evolved into a large festival that celebrates the best of the community with music, food and fun! The Mattoon Lightworks Festival is equally thrilling. Drive through Peterson Park to see a variety of holiday lights on display! A trip to this small town wouldn’t be complete without visiting its big nature center. The Douglas-Hart Nature Center on the eastern edge of the city was formed to re-create and maintain two native habitats of Illinois, the prairie and the deciduous forest. You can explore this nature center by traversing the trails that wind throughout the center’s 35 acres or get a bird’s-eye view from one of the observation stations. Enjoy the city by land and water by heading to Lake Paradise or Lake Mattoon. Lake Paradise, formed in 1907, is perfect for boating but if you want to fish, swim or camp, then head to Lake Mattoon. If you want to enjoy outdoor activities to the fullest, then head to Mattoon. Hotels in this Illinois city give you the amenities you need to explore the great outdoors then recharge for another day in this small town. Book with Choice Hotels in Mattoon to make the most of your Illinois adventure. Reserve online now!