Hampton Inn Freeport  

In the heart of downtown Freeport, Illinois, a historic city-center hotel that dates to the 1920s and was reimagined in 2007. Walk to Winneshiek Playhouse, Stephenson County Historical Museum, Freeport Art Museum and the Oscar Taylor Home. Family-friendly location within easy reach of shops, restaurants and the downtown movie theater.

Classic 1920s bones meet modern comfort and simple, updated décor. There are 72 air-conditioned guestrooms, including spacious rooms and two-room suites with desks, TVs and private baths with shower/tub combinations. Rooms come with complimentary toiletries, daily housekeeping and some city-view windows; an elevator makes upper floors easy to reach.

Take a dip in the indoor pool or hit the fitness center. Start mornings with a complimentary hot breakfast and grab 24-hour coffee and tea in the lobby. Complimentary wireless internet and free self-parking keep stays hassle-free. Quiet downtown mornings mean you can wake up to city views before heading out.

Complimentary high-speed internet and a staffed business center keep work moving. Meeting rooms and about 400 sq ft of event space handle small conferences or wedding functions. Free on-site parking makes arrivals easy.

An on-site restaurant serves lunch and dinner, and a bar/lounge is available for drinks and casual mingling. Limited room service is offered and the hotel hosts complimentary receptions on select days.