Motel 6
5150 W 127th St, Alsip, IL 60803, South Chicago, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 2.8 / 5
Overview
Motel 6 in Alsip, Illinois is a budget-friendly, 3-star property located just off Interstate 294 on the southwest side of the greater Chicago area. It offers a no-frills, practical base for travelers who need clean, simple accommodations rather than a full-service resort experience. The property draws a mix of budget travelers, solo guests, and those passing through for short stays.
Rooms
Guest rooms are described as relaxed and straightforward, each featuring an en suite bathroom with both a shower and a tub. Rooms include free WiFi and a TV, covering the essentials for an overnight or short stay without added frills.
Dining & Amenities
A complimentary breakfast is offered, and free coffee is available in the lobby throughout the day. The property also has an on-site fitness center for guests who want to keep up a workout routine while traveling. Parking accommodates RVs and buses in addition to standard vehicles, which is useful for groups or road-trippers.
Location
Positioned off I-294, the hotel is about 9.1 miles from Midway International Airport and roughly 10 miles from Toyota Park, home to local soccer matches. Nearby points of interest include Bachelor's Grove Cemetery (about 4 km away), Lake Katherine Nature Center (about 5 km away), and the Children's Museum in Oak Lawn (about 6.4 km away), with Chicago's larger museum district -- including the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, the Frederick C. Robie House, and Jackson Park -- roughly 18-20 km away.
Best for
This hotel best suits budget-conscious travelers, solo road-trippers, and those in town briefly for events or family obligations who need a clean, no-frills place to sleep. Its proximity to I-294 and Midway International Airport (about 9.1 miles) makes it convenient for short layovers or quick trips, and RV/bus parking availability suits groups or travelers with larger vehicles.
Travel tips
Being just off Interstate 294, the hotel is easy to reach by car and works well as a base for exploring both nearby suburban attractions and downtown Chicago sites, though the latter are roughly 18-20 km away and will require a drive. Free coffee is available in the lobby until around 10 a.m., so plan breakfast timing accordingly. Travelers heading to Midway International Airport (about 9.1 miles) or Toyota Park (about 10 miles) will find the location a practical, central jumping-off point.
What guests say
Guest reviews show a mixed but frequently repeated theme around cleanliness, with several travelers describing rooms as clean and the surrounding area as safe and well-lit, while others noted general untidiness or discomfort with nearby activity outside the property. Staff service comes up often and inconsistently -- some guests praised front desk and housekeeping staff as respectful, helpful, and attentive to requests like extra bedding, while others found front desk staff inattentive or unresponsive. A recurring point of confusion involves breakfast, with guests noting that only coffee is available each morning rather than a full breakfast service, despite it being advertised as complimentary. Overall sentiment leans toward the property being an acceptable, no-frills budget option for short stays rather than a destination hotel.
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