About Motel 6-Joliet, IL - Chicago - I-55
Stay on the outskirts of the Windy City on a budget at Motel 6 Chicago Joliet - I-55. Occupying contemporary roadside premises, it provides low-cost chain accommodation just 15 minutes’ drive from downtown Joliet. There’s free truck parking.
Modernized rooms with colorful decor boast flat-screen TVs with free expanded cable channels, en suite bathrooms, wood-effect flooring, free local calls and desks. Selected rooms add mini-fridges and microwaves. Accessible rooms are available.
Amenities include a launderette, 24-hour reception, elevator, vending machines and paid Wi-Fi throughout. Kids can stay free. Pets are accepted.
Morning coffee is complimentary. Places to eat located within one mile include burger joints, steakhouses and pizzerias.
Motel 6 Chicago Joliet - I-55 is less than ten minutes’ walk from Louis Joliet Mall. The vibrant heart of downtown Chicago is about 40 minutes’ drive away as is the United Center, where basketball fans can cheer on the Chicago Bulls.
Positive Reviews
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Upbeat about affordable rooms
The reportedly well-cleaned and comfortable rooms suited most guests for a quick stay. Many reviewers expressed positive views about the way the rooms had been revamped with bright decor, wood-style flooring and flat-screen TVs. The usually reasonable room rates for the area appealed to those prioritizing affordability.
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Roadside location in south-western Greater Chicago
From this motel's location just off the intersection of highway I-55 and US Route 30 in Joliet, Illinois guests said they were conveniently within easy driving distance of downtown Chicago. Moreover, visitors liked the way they could easily walk to the shopping mall next door for retail therapy and a wide choice of dining options. Drivers often said it was straightforward to reach local attractions, casinos, golf courses and sports venues. The free parking was another plus for motorists.
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Praise for customer service
The friendly, welcoming and efficient employees frequently won praise from guests. The pet-friendly policy was a plus for those staying with their four-legged friends.
Negative Reviews
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Charges for Wi-Fi were unpopular
Guests disliked having to pay to use this property's Wi-Fi network, even though the charge for access was small. Some critics also claimed the network was beset by slow speeds at times.
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Critics noted flaws in certain rooms
Minor cleanliness and maintenance issues bothered critics in some rooms. These included slow-draining water and inconsistent housekeeping standards, which sometimes meant supplies of towels and soap weren't always replenished. Several guests claimed some of the rooms were quite small, especially when fully occupied. Visitors sometimes criticized the small towels or said they wished there had been little extras in the rooms like shampoo and hairdryers.
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Irritating noises and smells encountered
Noise from connecting rooms sometimes traveled with ease and occasionally caused a nuisance for several light sleepers. Smoky smells also bothered some travelers.