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When in Effingham, be sure to dine at Firefly Grill, and Lickin'my Chicken, Pullin' my Pork Barbecue! Both excellent places!
Erica
10.0/10
Excellent
Loved the Human Bean coffee shop went there 3 times on the trip also Firefly grill was amazing kind of pricey for the portion but good, Local Goat was just ok needs updating and remodeling food just average.
Angela
8.0/10
Good
We're learning more as time goes on. The Trampoline Park was a lot of fun and Gabby Goat was excellent!
Shirley
10.0/10
Excellent
There's not many places to shop for clothes, but other than that there's a ton of places to eat!
Paige
10.0/10
Excellent
It was face paced, a lot of road work but spread out. The skatepark for the kids was nice.
Terry
10.0/10
Excellent
The town had wonderful Christmas light displays and the people were friendly.
Deana
10.0/10
Excellent
Check out Tuscan Hills Winery. Very cool place and their wine is great.
Carolyn
10.0/10
Excellent
We just happened to be passing through while on vacation. We were tired and needed rest. We were surprised howuch Effingham had to offer as we'd literally never heard of it until that day!
Michael
10.0/10
Excellent
McAlister's Deli is our go to for food. Best sweet tea!! The big white cross sends us on our way and is a reminder that God is with us.
Kim
8.0/10
Good
A big, small town, since it serves as a regional hub. Quite attractive setting with generally friendly people.
"You can kind of tell from the musty walls and name brand "Jaccuzi" tub in the bathroom that this Days Inn in Effington was once a nice motel. Now, in 2025, it's an $80 place to get 8 hours of sleep before getting back on the road. Hot Tip: Their system will say it can't charge your credit card for the $100 deposit, even if you have money. This is so they can get you to leave a cash deposit, where their receipt sheet said they have accepted as little as $26 deposit for the night. Make sure to get this cash before you check out else it'll be gone!"
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Effingham, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Effingham.
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What's the best place to stay on a budget in Effingham?
What about the best place to stay close to Eastern Illinois University?
One of the top choices for your stay is Days Inn by Wyndham Charleston, located a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Eastern Illinois University, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Mcgrady Inn, located just 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away, is another good choice for your stay.
What's the best place to stay near the beach in Effingham?
Families will find kid-friendly activities in Effingham, and visitors give high marks for the top-notch restaurants. This quaint city also attracts tourists with its university setting and shopping. In Effingham, there are 38 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Effingham.
If you want to venture outside of the area, hop aboard a train at Effingham Station. If you want to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car in Effingham for your journey.
What's the seasonal weather like in Effingham?
The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 36°F. Average annual precipitation for Effingham is 50 inches.
