Retro Roadtrip: CarlinVilla Motel, Illinois

Devin Napoli

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Near the heart of historic Carlinville, Illinois, The CarlinVilla Motel offers a relaxing getaway for the whole family. Spend a day with the family visiting Macoupin County’s “Million Dollar Courthouse,” Historic Cannonball Jail, or the Historical Society Museum; take your teenager for a visit at Blackburn College, then return to the CarlinVilla to unwind by the pool or warm yourself in the tanning beds.

The CarlinVilla is also a great place for traveling business people to enjoy their work and some play, as the conference room seats up to 55. Additionally, access to free wi-fi internet allows the possibility of video conferences. The King Leisure Room is a great place to relax and brainstorm ideas before that next big meeting. Or, you can wind down with your associates in the Whirlpool Leisure Room.

Other amenities include access to a fax and copy machine, free local calls, smoking and nonsmoking rooms, pet friendly rooms, handicap accessibility, continental breakfast, and parking for trucks, tour buses, and RVs.

Room rates are $49.95 to $63.00 plus tax per night with AAA & AARP discounts available. Separate fees apply for pet-friendly rooms and tanning bed usage. Call ahead for details.

CarlinVilla Motel
18891 Rt 4 Old Rt 66
Carlinville, IL 62626
217-854-3201
fax: 217-854-8414

carlinvillaon66@yahoo.com

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