We arrived in Mt. Vernon late in the evening, and had previously booked a room at the America's Best Value Inn down the street, which looked like an abandoned building from the interstate. Please do not confuse the two hotels. The Best Inn (or America's Best Inn) was well-lit and looks much less sketchy. Upon entering the room, to me, it smelled faintly of dog and some flowery perfume used to cover the dog odor. The room looked dated, and the carpet was dark and appeared to be stained in places. I was not thrilled with the room, but after settling in, found the room to be clean and the bed quite comfortable. Staff was very friendly and helpful upon check-in, giving us all the details about breakfast, free wi-fi and asking if we would like a wake-up call. Breakfast the next morning was surprisingly good, with eggs, sausage, freshly made waffles, cereal, juice and other baked goods. For an overnight stay on the way to Chicago, this hotel was just fine, but for $70/night, I feel like we paid a bit too much (possibly the consequence of showing up at 1am).

Stayed here one night on the way up to Chicago. Desk clerk was pleasant and we booked two rooms so our teenagers could have some room to spread out for the night. Rooms were adequate - beds were not too comfortable - but for one night it was tolerable. After we left and got to Chicago my daughter realized she left her wallet in the room on top of the TV. We called the hotel and they hadn't found it. They told me housekeeping was not reachable that evening and to call again in the morning. When I called the next morning they had not found the wallet and told me the room was sold the previous night which tells me one of two things....either the rooms never got cleaned between guests or that their housekeeping staff found and kept the wallet. Either one not acceptable. Luckily the wallet did not have much cash or important items (her expired drivers license!) but I find it hard to believe that a big pink Hello Kitty wallet could be overlooked in the cleaning of a room...

We stopped in Mount Vernon on my way to a craft show. We were pleasantly suprised by how nice the staff at the front desk was. Our room was comfortable and the linens were fresh. The next time I need to stay over in Mount Vernon, I will stay here.

Due to car trouble, my husband and I had to stay here on a walk-in basis, but we were treated as if we had been expected.
The room was very clean and comfortable, the staff was courteous , pleasant and helpful, and my husband and I appreciated the free internet connection. If I ever have need of a motel in this area, I'll definitely stay here.