United Motel Lansing
17356 S Torrence Ave, Lansing, IL 60438, South Chicago Heights, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.2 / 5
Overview
United Motel Lansing is a 2-star motel at 17356 S Torrence Ave in Lansing (South Chicago Heights area), Illinois. It holds a public rating of 3.2/5 based on 556 reviews, positioning it as a budget-oriented, no-frills option in the south suburban Chicago/Indiana border region.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The motel sits within easy reach of outdoor areas such as Sand Ridge Nature Center (about 3.0 km away) and Wolf Lake (about 10.1 km away). For gaming and entertainment, Wind Creek Chicago Southland is about 6.2 km away, and several Indiana casinos—Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana (~13.1 km), Horseshoe Hammond (~13.7 km), and Ameristar Casino East Chicago (~13.4 km)—are within a short drive. Chicago history and museum sites are also nearby, including Pullman National Historical Park (~13.3 km) and the National A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum (~14.5 km).
Amenities & Services
On-site amenities are not documented in the available listing information. Guest feedback indicates that breakfast may be inconsistently provided or may not match expectations set by advertising, so travelers may want to plan morning meals off-site.
Payments & Practicalities
Reviews indicate payment limitations may apply, with at least one guest reporting being asked to pay using cash or a debit card. If you plan to use a credit card or require specific billing arrangements, it’s prudent to confirm accepted payment methods directly with the property before arrival.
Best for
This motel is best suited to budget-focused travelers who prioritize a low-cost base near Lansing and the south suburban Chicago/Indiana-border attractions. It can work well for quick overnights or short stays with plans to spend most time off-site at places like Sand Ridge Nature Center, Wind Creek Chicago Southland, or the nearby Indiana casinos.
Travel tips
If breakfast is important to your stay, plan a backup option, as guest feedback suggests it may not be reliably available or as advertised. Confirm payment requirements before you arrive, since reviews mention restrictions such as cash or debit card payments. For outings, the closest nature stop appears to be Sand Ridge Nature Center (about 3 km away), with multiple casino destinations roughly 6–14 km from the motel.
What guests say
Guest feedback commonly frames the property as one of the cheaper options in the area. Cleanliness is mentioned positively by at least some guests, while service is described as acceptable but not standout. Recurrent concerns include mismatched expectations around breakfast, with guests noting it may be advertised but not actually provided as expected. Another practical theme is payment limitations, with reports that cash or debit may be required in some cases.
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