Dekalb Vacations, Tourism & Travel Information

Our Take on Dekalb, Illinois

DeKalb is a small city in Illinois about an hour west of Chicago. It is an urban town in the rural setting of rustic farmland, giving it a friendly feel and a home-style charm. DeKalb is the home of Northern Illinois University, which provides a bustling nightlife and youthful feel to this city. DeKalb has museums, art galleries, and several area parks making it a popular choice for a kid friendly family vacation. It also has seasonal festivals, which attract families and tourists. DeKalb offers a range of restaurants, cafes, taverns and nightlife, which attracts couples looking for a fun, romantic getaway.

DeKalb lodgings offer a variety of accommodations to suit the tastes and budget of every visitor. Baymont Inn and Suites is a popular choice for both families and couples, offering a heated indoor pool, which appeals to kids, and clean comfortable rooms to suit adults. The Harbor Inn is a good budget choice for travelers, with clean, spacious rooms that give guests the feeling of a full service hotel. The site at www.dekalbareacvb.com has helpful travel guides, restaurant reviews and activity suggestions to help you get started planning your holiday.

Dekalb, Illinois Lodging

  1. Best Western Dekalb Inn And Suites1212 W. Lincoln Highway
    Dekalb, IL 60115

    "clean and good sized pool to swim" more on MyTravelGuide

  2. Baymont Inn & Suites Dekalb/Sycamore1314 W. Lincoln Hwy.
    Dekalb, IL 60115

    "very nice motel with a little up keep, but until then, I am not sure we would stay there again" more on Expedia

  3. Harbor Inn2675 Sycamore Road
    De Kalb, IL 60115

    "as expensive as other hotels, but does a great job in accomodating its guests" more on TripAdvisor

  1. Howard Johnson Express Inn De Kalb

    Dekalb, Illinois Things To Do

    1. Kishawaukee Country Club1901 Sycamore Rd
      Dekalb, IL 60115-2040

      This is an awesome golf course. it is in great condition and it is very difficult. Every hole is something that you will remember. I lost so many balls to the river. Reading these greens is very ch... more on GolfReview

    2. River Heights Golf Club1100 S Annie Glidden Rd
      Dekalb, IL 60115

      The front nine has a neat layout. The course is in relatively good shape. The greens are difficult to read. The back nine starts out with 2 par 3's. 16 and 17 are short par fives making the back ea... more on GolfReview

    3. Buena Vista Golf Course131 Buena Vista Dr
      DeKalb, IL 60115

      Overview Buena Vista Golf Course is a 9-hole executive length golf course in DeKalb, Illinois. This short layout has 3 sets of teeboxes for a fun, but challenging golfing experience. Online tee times may be... more on TheGolfCourses.net

    1. Pierce Harley-Davidson Museum
    2. Countryside West Golf Club
    3. Ellwood House Museum
    4. Prairie Pines Golf Course
    1. Kishwaukee Country Club
    2. Village Commons Book Store
    3. Stadium Club

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