Sweaters and Sunshine in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield, Illinois is in the heart of the Midwest with temperatures that reflect its location: not too hot, not too cold…just right! With annual temperature averages falling between 43° and 63°, you will most likely wish for a sweater in the fall and spring when the weather is typically in the 50s and 60s. During the winter holidays, bundle up so you can enjoy one of the many walking tours without catching a chill. Snow does fall, though not too much, with an average of 6” per month in the winter. December temperature can go as low as 22°, dipping a bit lower in January, and beginning to climb again as early as February. The summer months enjoy comfortable temperatures with highs hitting an average of 83° in June and 85° in July and August. Short rainfalls won't disrupt your leisure time at one of the many attractions in town.
Below is a chart of the current pricing seasonality of hotels and motels in Springfield, IL:
Springfield by Star Rating
Below are 3 charts demonstrating mean price trends by star rating class in Springfield, IL. You can use these line graphs to determine the cheapest seasons to stay in Springfield for your upcoming travels.
Luxury Hotel Options in Springfield, Illinois
4 Star Average Prices: $120.55
Book your stay at President Abraham Lincoln Springfield, and you will be greeted with a yummy, warm, signature chocolate chip cookie. This hotel offers luxurious comfort and stunning views of downtown Springfield with rooms priced from $125 to $534 a night. From the indoor pool to the fitness center, Lindsay's Restaurant, and Globe Tavern, you will find everything you need to make your stay comfy in the heart of this historic town.
Several suites are available. Chairman's King Suite includes an elegant living room, plush bathrobes, king Sweet Dreams bed, work space, 42” television, refrigerator, and microwave. This hotel offers HHonors Discounts, breakfast, and flexible rates for HHonors Points rewards members. Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport is 4 miles away. Complimentary shuttles are available to both the airport and Amtrak station. If you prefer, limousine service is available for $110. A unique feature at this hotel is the underground tunnel to Prairie Capital Convention Center, where you can hold an event for up to 600 guests. Of the downtown hotels, this one is closest to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum.
Wyndham Springfield City Centre rooms begin at $114 a night and offer plenty of space. The property is close to all downtown attractions and is only a mile from the Amtrak station. The hotel has a heated indoor swimming pool, fitness center, restaurant, and lounge. The property is pet friendly, so bring your four-legged baby with you for a $50 per stay pet fee. The Queen Suite, a spacious 625 square feet, features amazing views of downtown Springfield, a full galley kitchen, dining area, and living space. Amenities also include a 32” flat-screen HDTV, safe. and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Affordable Hotels in Springfield, Illinois
3 Star Average Prices: $102.37
There are more than 30 hotels in Springfield, not to mention campgrounds and bed-and-breakfast properties. With this wide array of lodging available, you are sure to find something that meets your taste and budget. Though not every hotel has a pool, there is so much to do and see in Springfield, you won't want to spend all your time in the hotel! Some of the affordable hotels in Springfield include the following that are pet friendly: Baymont Inn & Suites Springfield, $85 a night; Best Western Clearlake Plaza, $87 a night; Candlewood Suites Hotel from $77 a night; Days Inn Springfield, $65 a night, and La Quinta Inn & Suites from $89 a night.
Carpenter Street Hotel is only 3 blocks from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 4 miles from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport in Sangamon County, and just under 3 miles from the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Though the Carpenter Street rooms are no-frills, the property has a few suites with kitchenettes. Amenities include free breakfast and limited shuttle service. This hotel offers rooms for as low as $82 a night. If Carpenter Street is all booked up, The State House Inn is right around the corner, with rooms from $89 a night. Situated in a contemporary high-rise, it has an industrial décor and chic urban vibe.
