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3.5/5
Based on 326 guest reviews
- Has an indoor pool!
- The Avg. Group Discount is 13.7%!
- Gym is available on property
- 113 rooms in hotel
- 2 floors in hotel
- 3 suites in hotel
- Check-in time: 3:00pm
- Has environment-friendly policy
- Group booking rating of 10.0/10
- 11 meeting rooms in hotel
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
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Local Attractions
Discovery Depot Children's Museum, Seminary Street's shopping and dining, Knox College, Carl Sandburg College & birthplace, Orpheum Theatre, Railroad Museum, Civic Arts Center, Bishop Hill, future home of the National Railroad Hall of Fame.
Landmarks and Location of Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center
Verified Reviews of Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Excellent Stay"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
MY STAY AT THE HOTEL WAS EXCELLENT.
Leo W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
17-Feb-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Feb 14 to Sun Feb 16 2025 at a $98.00 average nightly rate. 
"One night stay."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
This is a very clean older hotel that has been updated. The rooms were comfortable and clean! They offer a complimentary breakfast and that was very good as well. They have a nice indoor pool area too! Their room rates are excellent! We would definitely stay there again!
Victoria B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
02-Feb-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jan 30 to Fri Jan 31 2025 at a $89.99 average nightly rate. "Very Friendly"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
In Galesburg very friendly people enjoy being there, breakfast was delicious.
Yolanda T. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
23-Oct-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Oct 19 to Sun Oct 20 2024 at a $109.99 average nightly rate. "Nice Hotel"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Very clean and friendly staff. Good breakfast. Nice pool and workout facility. Enjoyed the walk out patio. The dispensers in the shower are poor and the towels are small and crunchy.
Scott W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
22-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 20 to Sun Sep 22 2024 at a $279.00 average nightly rate. "Didn’t honor cancellation time stated on my confirmation. "
Overall Score1.0/ 5
Didn't honor cancellation time stated on my confirmation. Refused to honor confirmation of refund before 6pm, which is what my confirmation stated. Turned in
Margaret S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
14-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jun 11 to Wed Jun 12 2024 at a $97.99 average nightly rate. Property Description
Discover northwestern Illinois from the comfort of this quaint Galesburg hotel, just minutes from Knox College and Seminary Street. Conveniently located off the I-74, the BEST WESTERN Prairie Inn & Conference Center is just three miles from the heart of Galesburg, IL. Guests are just minutes from historic Seminary Street, offering shopping, dining and more. History and culture lovers delight in Galesburg's many well-known attractions, from the Orpheum Theatre to the Galesburg Railroad Museum to the birthplace of famed writer Carl Sandburg. A scenic self-guided car tour takes guests from this Galesburg hotel to many of these popular attractions.The hotel is a great choice for families visiting students at Knox College or Carl Sandburg College, both just minutes away. It's also a convenient spot for experiencing seasonal events, like Railroad Days and the Stearman Fly-In. This Illinois hotel also offers easy access for corporate travelers doing business at RFMS, BNSF and Masters Educational Services. A full service Galesburg hotel with the only full service event location in the area, we offer the highest quality amenities. Our ballroom can seat up to 300 guests, making the property a perfect choice for your next meeting, banquet, reunion or wedding. The newly renovated rooms at the BEST WESTERN Prairie Inn & Conference Center include comfortable beds with quality linens and plush pillows. Newly installed 37-inch LCD flat-screen TV's have cable satellite & HBO®. All rooms come with a microwave and refrigerator. Select rooms offer a private patio entrance to our beautiful courtyard. Other amenities available at this Galesburg hotel include an indoor pool, exercise facility, room service and free Wi-Fi access. Make the BEST WESTERN Prairie Inn & Conference Center your home away from home during your next visit to Galesburg, IL. Contact our friendly staff to reserve your stay! Enjoy your stay.
Green Sustainability
We are the first hotel in Galesburg to install solar green energy.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 3:00pm |
| Check Out: | 11:00am |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2023 |
| Floors: | 2 |
| Rooms: | 113 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 110 |
| Handicap Rooms: | |
| Suites: | 3 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Once Per Stay |
| Meeting Rooms: | 11 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 6713 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 400 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 1.0 Mi |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 1.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 2.0 Mi |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 5:00pm-close |
| FEMA Approved: | Yes |
| Pool Info: Indoor Heated Pool - Open | |
| Ownership: | Ricky |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 24 hours in advance | |
| Nightly Parking: | 0 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 50% |
| Total Taxes: | 16.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 17.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: | 17.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 20.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 25.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Gallon of Coffee: | 17.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Soda: | 2.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 2.00 Per Person |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Baggage storage facilities
- Central location
- Complimentary newspaper
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Licensed bar
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Private garden grounds
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Restaurant
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV Channel: HBO
- Travellers cheques accepted
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
Moline Airport- 45 milesGreater Peoria Airport- 45 miles
Local Shuttle Info: Hotel shuttle available, fees may apply
Breakfast Information
Our Hot Breakfast is free & Delicious.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with a 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc.) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. Pet rate is $40.00 per day with a $100 per week maximum.
Parking Info
Free Parking for buses, trucks and big conferences or events
Internet / WiFI
High Speed Internet is free
Cleaning Policies
all public areas every 2 hours.several non essential items removed from roomsspecial chemicals used for cleaning and rooms sit empty for at least 24-72 hours after a guest checks out.
About Best Western Hotels
- 4000+ independently owned hotels located in over 100 countries
- Best Western Rewards is a free program where members can earn 10 points for every dollar spent or airline/partner rewards for each night stay. With no blackout dates and points that never expire, whats not love?
- 18 brands, including: Best Western, Best Western Plus, and Best Western Premier
- Best Western offers exceptional value with great amenities including free breakfast, high-speed internet, local calls, and lond distance access. Convenient computer room in the lobby area perfect for copy and fax services, and even printing out boarding passes, maps, etc.
- Best Western Plus offers upgraded bath amenities, an in-room mini-fridge, and a spacious work desk. Fitness room, laundry room, and business center also available. Free breakfast, high-speed internet, local calls, and long distance access
- Best Western Premier gives guests the highest quality amenties, furnishings, and decor with personalized guest services. All rooms have a safe, mini-fridge, free high-speed internet access, free local and long distance calls, and an LCD or Plasma TV with HD channels. On-site dining, fitness room, business center, snack shop, and meeting rooms
The Best Western Hotels highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: The Breakfast Place - A popular breakfast spot known for its delicious pancakes. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Iron Spike Brewing Company - A brewpub offering a variety of craft beers and tasty pub food. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Landmark Cafe - A cozy restaurant serving American comfort food. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Discovery Depot Children's Museum - A fun and interactive museum for kids to explore and learn. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: The Landmark Cafe - A charming cafe known for its delicious breakfast sandwiches. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: The Packinghouse Dining Company - A popular steakhouse offering a variety of grilled meats and seafood. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: En Season Restaurant - A farm-to-table restaurant with a focus on organic and locally sourced ingredients. Located 1.3 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Lake Storey Park - A beautiful park with a lake, walking trails, and picnic areas. Located 2.7 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: The Breakfast Place - A local favorite known for its hearty breakfast options. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: El Rancherito - A Mexican restaurant serving authentic dishes and refreshing margaritas. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: The Cellar - A fine dining restaurant specializing in steak and seafood dishes. Located 1.1 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Carl Sandburg State Historic Site - A museum dedicated to the life and works of the famous poet and writer. Located 1.8 miles from the hotel.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center.
Feel free to use the Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Galesburg event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Conference room A | 17 x 26 x 7 | 442 | 32/-- | -- | 18 | -- | 18 | 16 | --/-- | 40 | 50 | -- |
Close This Conference room ARoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 442 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 17 x 26 x 7 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Conference room B | 17 x 26 x 7 | 442 | 32/-- | -- | 18 | 11 | 18 | 16 | --/-- | 40 | 50 | -- |
Close This Conference room BRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 442 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 17 x 26 x 7 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 9 Columns: 0 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Conference rooms C and D | 52 x 17 x 7 | 884 | 70/-- | -- | 53 | -- | 30 | 28 | --/-- | 120 | 100 | -- |
Close This Conference rooms C and DRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 884 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 52 x 17 x 7 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 12 Columns: 0 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Conference Rm E | 18 x 26 x 7 | 468 | 40/-- | -- | 36 | -- | 18 | 18 | --/-- | 50 | 50 | -- |
Close This Conference Rm ERoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 468 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 18 x 26 x 7 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 1 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Grand Ballroom | 43 x 65 x 10 | 2709 | 250/-- | -- | 180 | -- | 60 | 80 | --/-- | 400 | 400 | -- |
Close This Grand BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 2709 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 43 x 65 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 12 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| East Ballroom | 21 x 43 x 10 | 903 | 60/-- | -- | 60 | -- | 24 | 30 | --/-- | 100 | 100 | -- |
Close This East BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 903 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 21 x 43 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Central Ballroom | 21 x 43 x 10 | 903 | 60/-- | -- | 60 | -- | 24 | 30 | --/-- | 100 | 100 | -- |
Close This Central BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 903 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 21 x 43 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| West Ballroom | 21 x 43 x 10 | 903 | 60/-- | -- | 60 | -- | 24 | 30 | --/-- | 100 | 100 | -- |
Close This West BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 903 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 21 x 43 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 9 Columns: 0 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Conference Rm A/B | 17 x 52 x 7 | 884 | 70/-- | -- | 53 | -- | 30 | 28 | --/-- | 120 | 100 | -- |
Close This Conference Rm A/BRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 884 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 17 x 52 x 7 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Conference Rm C | 17 x 26 x 7 | 442 | 32/-- | -- | 18 | -- | 18 | 16 | --/-- | 40 | 50 | -- |
Close This Conference Rm CRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 442 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 17 x 26 x 7 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Conference Rm D | 17 x 26 x 7 | 442 | 32/-- | -- | 18 | -- | 18 | 16 | --/-- | 40 | 50 | -- |
Close This Conference Rm DRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 442 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 17 x 26 x 7 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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FAQs about Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center
What time is check in?
Check in time is 3:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center have?
There are 113 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center?
Yes, they have 11 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center?
Our Hot Breakfast is free & Delicious.
What parking is available at Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center?
Free Parking for buses, trucks and big conferences or events
How much does internet cost?
High Speed Internet is free
Can I get a AAA rate at Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center?
Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA CAA Rate 1 King Bed Full Breakfast Free WiFi Courtyard View Microwave, Refrigerator
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Indoor Heated Pool - Open.
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