Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach

2.5 star property

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A modern bathroom with a red bathtub, a white sink, and a shower. There is a bed with a white mattress and a grey curtain in the adjacent room.
Lobby
A modern kitchen area with a dining table and chairs, a refrigerator, a coffee machine, and a vending machine.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a white countertop, and a framed picture on the wall.
Lobby

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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1240 E Chain Of Rocks Rd, Granite City, IL, 62040
  • Place, Pontoon Beach Village Hall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Busch Stadium
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Gateway Arch
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Business Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Business Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach

Laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and RV/bus/truck parking are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include ATM/banking services and a vending machine. Housekeeping is available on request.
Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach offers 53 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hair dryers, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Pontoon Beach Village Hall. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, an ATM, and a vending machine
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Pontoon Beach Village Hall and 6 minutes from Horseshoe Lake State Park
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and an ATM. Free self parking is available.

This Granite City hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Built in 1990
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property's general deposit is refundable within 7 days after check-out.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50.00 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Red Lion & Suites Pontoon
Red Lion Inn Suites Pontoon Beach
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Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach Granite City
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Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 322 out of 692 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 692 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 692 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 692 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 692 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly !! Love staying at the Pontoon Beach Red lion.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, staff, great hot breakfast daily
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Saulius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice rooms, parking was great breakfast was good and staff was great, the walls were hollow and could hear other guests yelling and fighting.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room clean, staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is clean and quiet. Breakfast selection is very limited
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gena

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast! Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly..room was very clean and spacious (bathroom small) breakfast was nice..was impressed with the large refrigerator in room and microwave provided without the extra charge...great stay for the value!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for price. Usually very clean and smells good upon arrival
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice cozy stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was amazing. The room was clean and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

gunnar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
room was clean, check in was quick and easy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes, very good, yes good breakfast, yes truck parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Nikolai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly, delicious breakfast, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed our stay. Staff were very nice & took care of us. We’ll definitely be back.😉👍😉
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zion

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes very much amazing nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Roseanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good value
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was a good toilet in the room very clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice clean quiet place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Alicia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean but old , front desk personnel were super nice. I would not stay for more than a day , it beds to be updated, even the phone in the room was missing numbers
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Chuck

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty, smelled horrible- wot ever stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay for the price, clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Third time staying here, great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paytn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a weird smell in every hall room etc here. The room was not horrible, good enough for a one night stay. The bed was SUPER comfortable. Perfect drive to st. louis for a concert. I would stay here again for the price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026