I found out about the State House Inn through the Radio Travel Show on WRMN 1410AM radio in Chicago. From the moment I walked into the retro 60's lobby, listening to the grand piano playing, to the friendly staff at the front desk I knew I was in the right place. Free drink certificate upon arrival for use in the No Name Bar was very nice. The bartender is friendly and full of great information about the city. Clean hotel, comfortable mattresses, lovely rooms, delicious buffet breakfast, within walking distance to Amtrak and other tourist attractions, esp the Capitol, right across the street. Fabulous hotel.
Anita L. Chicago

This is one of the worst hotels that I've ever stayed in. Immediately on check in, the clerk was grumpy and rude. We then went to our very small room where we were greeted by a backed up toilet. The staff fixed the toilet quickly but there were no apologies. I complained to Choice Hotels and they had a rep call and leave a message on my home answering machine with no return number.

The picture of this outside of this hotel are very misleading--it is a lot worse in person. This hotel clearly is not "upscale" as advertised.

I would not stay here again. Don't believe all of the great ratings that this place gets.

My wife and I stayed at the State House Inn for the second time in two years, and we enjoyed it both times.

This hotel is mid-60s vintage, and is the youngest building on the list of historic places. As such, they've had to maintain their 60s kitsch, which is rather endearing, especially to us Baby Boomers who grew up in such surroundings.

My wife and I stayed in Room 106 both times and highly recommend it. It's at the end of a short hall, and has been redone in original and reproduction 60s furniture, but with modern amenities like an updated bath, high-speed internet access, and a TV that is 100% 21st century!

The desk staff was polite and helpful, the room rate reasonable (especially on the weekend when the Legislature isn't in session), and includes a couple of complimentary drinks at the bar and an OK buffet breakfast. It's close to 5th Avenue, which has a number of good restaurants and funky bars. Well worth checking out.

This hotel is by far the best in Springfield. While the outside is the original 1960's, the inside has been redone to have a wonderful contemporary art deco feel and a great eye for color and style. And the beds are fabulous- as is the excellent full breakfast. Two free drink tickets and a welcoming staff topped off a great weekend to see the Lincoln Museum and home as well as the Dana Lawrence house.