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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pontoon Beach

Casual hotel in Pontoon Beach, IL offering free breakfast, indoor pool, fitness room, and LGBTQ+ friendly rooms. Near Gateway Arch and Cahokia Mounds.

14 Regency Pkwy, Pontoon Beach, IL 62040, United States View on map
7.8/10
Good Based on 947 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Indoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort with helpful service

This casual hotel is appreciated for its friendly staff and spacious rooms, though cleanliness and some room amenities receive mixed feedback. Its convenient location near local attractions and vehicle services makes it suitable for a variety of travelers.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, polite, and accommodating staff with attentive service, including personalized touches.
  • Spacious rooms with comfortable beds and basic toiletries provided.
  • Free hot breakfast featuring a good variety of options.
  • Indoor pool enjoyed by families and guests.
  • Convenient location with ample parking and easy access to nearby attractions.

Worth knowing

  • Housekeeping service can be inconsistent, with some guests noting sheets and cleaning were not refreshed during longer stays.
  • Room cleanliness varies, with reports of hair found in beds and pool; some areas could benefit from better maintenance.
  • Rooms use wall unit air conditioners without central air or thermostats, which may lead to uneven cooling.
  • Water pressure can be low at times.
  • Pool depth is shallow (around 4 feet), suitable for casual use rather than serious swimming.

Best for

  • Visitors seeking budget-friendly accommodations near Pontoon Beach and area landmarks like The Gateway Arch and Cahokia Mounds.
  • Travelers valuing friendly customer service and convenient amenities such as free breakfast and indoor pool.
  • Families looking for casual, spacious rooms with easy access to nearby attractions.
  • Guests dropping off vehicles or needing proximity to local transit options.
  • LGBTQ+ travelers seeking a welcoming environment in a rural setting.
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About this property

Welcome to La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pontoon Beach

Located in a rural area just off Route 111, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pontoon Beach offers a casual and straightforward lodging option. The hotel sits 2 miles from the center of Pontoon Beach, with easy access to Southwestern Illinois College and Horseshoe Lake State Park, making it suitable for visitors seeking convenience near local points of interest.

The property features informal rooms equipped with basic amenities and a wall-unit air conditioning system, which some guests found uneven in cooling. Facilities include a fitness room, an indoor pool with a depth reaching four feet, and complimentary breakfast with a variety of options. Reviews reflect generally friendly and helpful staff, though housekeeping service has received mixed feedback regarding thoroughness and cleanliness.

As an LGBTQ+ friendly venue, the hotel accommodates diverse travelers, and its function as a conference and event center also suits business guests and those attending local gatherings or weddings. While some rooms have reported minor issues such as low water pressure and TV remote malfunctions, the spaciousness and comfort of the accommodations are appreciated by many.

Nearby attractions include the Gateway Arch and Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, both within reasonable driving distance, offering cultural and historical activities. St. Louis Lambert International Airport is approximately a 26-minute drive away, providing accessible transit options for travelers. Several other hotels are located nearby for those seeking alternatives in the Pontoon Beach area.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Indoor pool
Air-conditioned
Business center
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Hot tub
Fitness center
Golf course
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

MJ
Morgan J Apr 05, 2026
10

We loved staying here. The staff was super friendly, helpful, and polite. The manager even drove us to our bus station instead of us having to take an Uber. They have an indoor pool (it goes to 4ft deep) that my daughter really enjoyed. They have hot breakfast every morning that has a big variety of foods. We don’t have any complaints other than the housekeeping never changed our sheets (we stayed there for a week and a half). We left the room to have full service cleaning a few times and every time we came back the sheets and blankets were the same ones as before, just made the bed with the same ones and they didn’t wipe down counters or sweep. We told housekeeping a few times but not sure they understood it wasn’t a huge deal though. Everything else was amazing.

CL
C. Lin Mar 25, 2026
8.0

Stayed here since I had a layover for work. Front desk service was great. Polite, attentive. Room was nice. However it wasn't to clean. There was hair in the bed, underneath the covers & hair in the shower & shower wall. The pillows are flat. Breakfast is nice with a good variety. The pool was also dirty. It had a glaze on top of it & also had hair floating around also. Not sure why their is black hair everywhere. Price was good for the stay.

MH
Melissa Hughes Mar 23, 2026
8.0

The gentleman at the front desk remembered my name after only hearing it at check-in. Whenever they did not have somwthing out that they had on hand for breakfast, they got it right away. So the service was great! The rooms do not have a thermostat or central air. They use a wall unit, so the room is,not quite equally cooled and there are times of day where the water pressure is very low. The breakfast and pool are functional. So generally a decent stay and definitely conveniently located for our purposes.

SK
Sherry Kefauver Feb 17, 2026
8.0

I didn’t have any services done; didn’t checkout the breakfast or anything. Stayed 3 nights while attending a wedding. I kept the Do Not Disturb on my door & was never bothered. Staff seemed to be nice & accommodating; did not hear otherwise. Plenty of parking. Right where we needed the hotel to be located. No complaints whatsoever.

NW
Natalie W. Feb 14, 2026
10

Very spacious room. It was clean. The remote for the TV did not work for the TV and the 2nd TV did not have a remote. That was not too much of an issue though since we were going to sleep.

RB
rob bond Feb 10, 2026
10

Our room was quite, the bed was comfortable, hotel has a good variety of breakfast offerings, stayed 2 nights both were good nights, staff is always ready with a smile and very friendly

DC
Damien Cochran. Jan 11, 2026
8.0

Service was very polite and helpful. They weee very fast for getting me a room. The room was HUGE compared to others we have stayed in (1 king). Wished for a little bit cleaner but it was definitely acceptable. Location was perfect. This Hotel is honestly the best one you can stay at if you are dropping your vehicle off at the VPC. Yes they allow pets and military discount for those wondering.

PL
Pamela Law Dec 28, 2025
10

The staff were great and very helpful. 10/10 The room was spacious and very clean. The bed was nice and comfortable. They have shampoo and conditioner plus soap for people. The property was well kept and the outside was apeeling to the eye.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pontoon Beach

Pontoon Beach, Illinois, USA

In a rural area off Route 111, this casual hotel is 2 miles from Pontoon Beach, 3 miles from Southwestern Illinois College and 4 miles from Horseshoe Lake State Park.

  • IL 111 & Timberlake Dr SW 3 min Walk
  • IL 111 & Timberlake Dr NE 3 min Walk
  • IL 111 & Lakeview Dr SW 10 min Walk
  • St. Louis Lambert International Airport 26 min Car · 1 hr 53 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Illinois. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

The Gateway Arch 42,181 reviews

The Gateway Arch

St. Louis, MO 63102, United States

4.7 · Monument
Gateway Arch National Park 15,171 reviews

Gateway Arch National Park

St. Louis, MO 63102

4.7 · National Park
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site 4,948 reviews

Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site

30 Ramey St, Collinsville, IL 62234, United States

4.7 · Historical Place
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