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SureStay Hotel by Best Western

Thomson, IL - Carroll County

815-902-6063 Visit Website

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5020 IL Rt 84
Thomson, IL, 61085

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815-902-6063

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48 rooms

Whether you’re in the Thomson or Savanna area visiting friends or family, golfing on our 9-hole golf course, taking a fishing trip on the Mighty Mississippi, or out for a motorcycle trip along the Great River Road, the SureStay Hotel by Best Western Thomson is the perfect home away from home for you. Choose from one of our 48 newly remodeled rooms. Each room is spacious and comfortable, offering our guests the perfect space to unwind and indulge in a memorable stay.

Pet friendly, too.

We offer pet-friendly, mobility-accessible, and non-smoking rooms. Free parking is available with outdoor electrical outlets for your boat or RV. Start your day out with a great view of our lush, green, 9 hole golf course while you enjoy your continental breakfast.

SandTrap Bar & Grill

You can also take advantage of some entertainment such as slot machines in the Sandtrap Bar & Grill. We offer great food, beer, and wine selections. If you decide you would like to appreciate the other local nightlife, then take a ride on our complimentary shuttle.

Sandburr Golf

Looking to delight in some golf? Our nine-hole course is the perfect setup for all skill levels, whether you are a first-time golfer or a seasoned veteran. If you forgot your clubs, no problem, we have some rentals on site. Come experience the sights and hospitality that the SureStay Hotel by Best Western Thomson has to offer.

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SureStay Best Western Bar

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SureStay Thomson

SureStaySandburr Run

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You’ll love this energetic tribute to 🎵 #JohnnyCash! Close your eyes, and you’ll think that the Man in Black himself is performing. Coming to @whitepines_resort Oct. 11-12.

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You’ll love this energetic tribute to 🎵 #JohnnyCash! Close your eyes, and you’ll think that the Man in Black himself is performing. Coming to @whitepines_resort Oct. 11-12.

Move over Summer, it’s officially Fall 🍂

We expect peak colors Mid-October (we are already starting to see pops of color coming through).

#enjoyillinois #NWillinoisIRL #exploresavanna #mississippiriver #savannaillinois #midwest #travel #tourism #daytrips #weekendgetaways #nature #outdoors #roadtrip #weekendadventures #instatravel #adventure #mississippiriver #enjoyillinois #discoverillinois #onlyinillinois #NWillinoisIRL #driftlessarea #travelillinois #hiking #hikingadventures #hikingillinois #fallcolors

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Move over Summer, it’s officially Fall 🍂

We expect peak colors Mid-October (we are already starting to see pops of color coming through).

#enjoyillinois #NWillinoisIRL #exploresavanna #mississippiriver #savannaillinois #midwest #travel #tourism #daytrips #weekendgetaways #nature #outdoors #roadtrip #weekendadventures #instatravel #adventure #mississippiriver #enjoyillinois #discoverillinois #onlyinillinois #NWillinoisIRL #driftlessarea #travelillinois #hiking #hikingadventures #hikingillinois #fallcolors

👑 When you conjure up images of gothic castles with pointed arches and stained-glass windows, you probably aren’t thinking about castles in Illinois. However, there’s an incredible 63 room castle 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 in Savanna.

havencrestcastle is owned by acclaimed artist Alan St. George who also lives in the mansion with his handsome greyhound, Prince. The 𝐬𝐢𝐱 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲, 𝟔𝟑-𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 hilltop home is filled with over three decades of love and art.

The ballroom has 24 life-sized figures and the Memorial Hall is the only place 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 🌏 where you can see full-sized, historically accurate replicas of the Titanic’s Grand Staircase, Dining Saloon, and the famous clock.

✨ Viewers can experience the magic, 𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕, and splendor of the castle by obtaining tour tickets for Saturdays and Sundays in October. The self-guided tour of this one-of-a-kind treasure includes original art and sculptures created by the owner including 24 life-sized figures and 21 bronze and aluminum tabletop sculptures.

▶️ Saturdays & Sundays in October
▶️ 140 N 5th Street, Savanna, IL

𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 & 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: https://www.havencrestcastle.com

#enjoyillinois #NWillinoisIRL #exploresavanna #mississippiriver #savannaillinois #midwest #travel #tourism #daytrips #weekendgetaways #nature #outdoors #roadtrip #weekendadventures #instatravel #adventure #mississippiriver #enjoyillinois #discoverillinois #onlyinillinois #NWillinoisIRL #driftlessarea #travelillinois #castle

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👑 When you conjure up images of gothic castles with pointed arches and stained-glass windows, you probably aren’t thinking about castles in Illinois. However, there’s an incredible 63 room castle 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 in Savanna.

havencrestcastle is owned by acclaimed artist Alan St. George who also lives in the mansion with his handsome greyhound, Prince. The 𝐬𝐢𝐱 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲, 𝟔𝟑-𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 hilltop home is filled with over three decades of love and art.

The ballroom has 24 life-sized figures and the Memorial Hall is the only place 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 🌏 where you can see full-sized, historically accurate replicas of the Titanic’s Grand Staircase, Dining Saloon, and the famous clock.

✨ Viewers can experience the magic, 𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕, and splendor of the castle by obtaining tour tickets for Saturdays and Sundays in October. The self-guided tour of this one-of-a-kind treasure includes original art and sculptures created by the owner including 24 life-sized figures and 21 bronze and aluminum tabletop sculptures.

▶️ Saturdays & Sundays in October
▶️ 140 N 5th Street, Savanna, IL

𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 & 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: https://www.havencrestcastle.com

#enjoyillinois #NWillinoisIRL #exploresavanna #mississippiriver #savannaillinois #midwest #travel #tourism #daytrips #weekendgetaways #nature #outdoors #roadtrip #weekendadventures #instatravel #adventure #mississippiriver #enjoyillinois #discoverillinois #onlyinillinois #NWillinoisIRL #driftlessarea #travelillinois #castle

Woot! @SelmiFarm in #RockFallsIL is the place to be to enjoy the 𝗟𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗷𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 🪓🌲 & 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 🧔 on Oct. 7. Sounds like a blast! FIND SHOW TIMES 👉 at link in bio, under EVENTS.

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Woot! @SelmiFarm in #RockFallsIL is the place to be to enjoy the 𝗟𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗷𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 🪓🌲 & 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 🧔 on Oct. 7. Sounds like a blast! FIND SHOW TIMES 👉 at link in bio, under EVENTS.

#nailsofinstagram #nailsofinstagram #nwillinoisirl

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#nailsofinstagram #nailsofinstagram #nwillinoisirl

Feel like taking a walk on the dark side? Kidding. The 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗠𝗼𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗶𝗸𝗲 at Jarrett Prairie Center in #ByronIL will be lit by the moon! Held 9/30 & 10/28. #free but registration is required. Get info at link in bio, under EVENTS.

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Feel like taking a walk on the dark side? Kidding. The 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗠𝗼𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗶𝗸𝗲 at Jarrett Prairie Center in #ByronIL will be lit by the moon! Held 9/30 & 10/28. #free but registration is required. Get info at link in bio, under EVENTS.

Get ready to 🎸 Rock out at #TheHairBandNight concert at @TLPlayhouse Oct. 7! Relive the epic vibes & wild hairdos from the golden era of rock 🤘🔥 #HairBandConcert #RockNRollNostalgia 👉 This is a one-night only event. Get tix info at our bio link under EVENTS.

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Get ready to 🎸 Rock out at #TheHairBandNight concert at @TLPlayhouse Oct. 7! Relive the epic vibes & wild hairdos from the golden era of rock 🤘🔥 #HairBandConcert #RockNRollNostalgia 👉 This is a one-night only event. Get tix info at our bio link under EVENTS.

Be 👸 👑 king or queen for the day on October 🍁🍁🍁 weekends at @HavencrestCastle in #SavannaIL! First tour is Oct. 1! Go to link in bio under EVENTS for details.

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Be 👸 👑 king or queen for the day on October 🍁🍁🍁 weekends at @HavencrestCastle in #SavannaIL! First tour is Oct. 1! Go to link in bio under EVENTS for details.