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Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach

2.5 star property
Hotel in Granite City with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach, off the metro line, offers convenience and comfort. Enjoy continental breakfast, WiFi, on-site laundry, and a nearby nature reserve. Quick snacks from the vending machine. Staff praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is €61
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Business Room, 1 King Bed

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Business Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Business Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1240 E Chain Of Rocks Rd, Granite City, IL, 62040

What's nearby

  • Pontoon Beach Village Hall - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Gateway Arch - 19 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Enterprise Center - 20 min drive - 27.6 km
  • St. Louis Union Station - 21 min drive - 28.6 km
  • St. Louis Zoo - 27 min drive - 37.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Louis Gateway Station - 21 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Uncle Linny's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Smokey Joe's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Luna Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach

Hotel near a metro station
Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach provides amenities, such as free continental breakfast and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, a vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking services, a nature reserve and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 53 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations
  • 43-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers and housekeeping

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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
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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
This property's general deposit is refundable within 7 days after check-out.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 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
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

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Motel 6 Pontoon Beach
Magnuson Hotel Camelot
Magnuson Camelot Hotel
Motel 6 Pontoon Beach IL
Red Lion & Suites Pontoon
Red Lion Inn Suites Pontoon Beach
Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach Hotel
Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach Granite City
Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach Hotel Granite City

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach?

As of 19 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach on 23 Nov 2025 start from €60.65, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach located?

Situated in Granite City, this hotel is within 6 miles (10 km) of Horseshoe Lake State Park, Six Mile Regional Library District - Johnson Road and Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center. Wilson Park and Missouri River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Red Lion Inn & Suites Pontoon Beach Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 252 out of 556 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 556 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 556 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 556 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 556 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roseanne

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Used for a quick stop go rest eyes for 7 or so hrs before hitting the road again was well priced and very clean for this scale of hotel and safe location and well lit parking area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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

8/10 Good

Rui

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It has clean room, provided quality shampoo conditioner body soap. Nice hot shower , clean towers, only thing that I’m not comfortable is their pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ja Neshia

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They got roaches and terrible staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and relaxing and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neglected rooms staff never cleaned
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very clean and comfortable for overnight stay!

Comfortable bed, very clean room and bathroom, good fridge with a separate freezer section was perfect for freezing my blue ice for my cooler.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This option fit my needs. I wish the vending machines took card, but there is a gas station accross the street. Clean room and inexpensive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ken

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel was a safe place to stay and the staff were nice. The location was noisy and hotel was very bare bones.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for the money
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff, nicely remodeled room...but refrigerator in my room was loud and the breakfast was not too good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The front desk person was polite. Took care of the noisy person and let us move to a different room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

petrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. Room was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was clean and staff very polite and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay here. Room was nice and staff were very friendly. Lots of places to eat within a 15 minute drive and breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeff

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was no that friendly and cleaning crew was no where to be found
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and employees was all really nice
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean. Nice little breakfast. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ashley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was average but they try to charge when you boom through a 3rd party to makeup for the money they’re not getting on top of the deposits. Also found used towels hanging in the shower
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

van

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
overall very good hotel, rooms clean, bathroom clean. hallway was a little messy, but got there around 11 pm so probably from the day. the area around the hotel looks a little suspect, but the staff very friendly. overall a very good stay for the price. will stay there again when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant surprise. Room was amazing, was a suite with dinette. Great price for what we got.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025