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The Shelby Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Shelbyville motel

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Exterior
Exterior detail
Free WiFi
BBQ/picnic area
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
816 W Main Street, Shelbyville, IL, 62565
  • Forest Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lake Shelbyville
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lake Shelbyville Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Decatur, IL (DEC)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room, 1 Double Bed | Free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Free WiFi

Executive Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds | Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Shelbyville

Near the airport.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital and 2 miles (3 km) of Shelby County Courthouse with a stay here. Forest Park and Lake Shelbyville are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shelby County Courthouse - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Forest Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Lake Shelbyville - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Lake Shelbyville Beach - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Springfield, IL (SPI-Abraham Lincoln Capital) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chapala Mexican Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Druby's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Shelby Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Shelbyville motel
The Shelby Inn offers its guests barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Shelbyville motel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1903
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Shelby Inn offers 40 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Check-in is at 1 PM. Guests planning to arrive after hours must contact The Shelby Inn at least 48 hours prior to arrival to receive late check-in instructions.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking for boats and trailers.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Shelby Inn
The Shelby Inn Motel
The Shelby Inn Shelbyville
The Shelby Inn Motel Shelbyville

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Shelby Inn to the airport?

The Shelby Inn is 31.4 mi (51-min drive) away from the Decatur, IL (DEC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Shelby Inn?

As of Mar 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Shelby Inn on Mar 26, 2025 start from $117.3, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Shelby Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Shelby Inn.

How close is The Shelby Inn to the beach?

This motel is 2 mi (6-min drive) from Lake Shelbyville Beach.

Does The Shelby Inn offer free breakfast?

The Shelby Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Shelby Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Shelby Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at The Shelby Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Shelby Inn have a pool?

The Shelby Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Shelby Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Shelby Inn to downtown Shelbyville?

The Shelby Inn is 0.7 mi away from Shelbyville.

The Shelby Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 106 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Lantz

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Got room #49 second floor nice and private on the second floor.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I’ll be back, same time next year
Wonderful inn in the heart of Shelbyville Beautiful place with first and second story rooms. Outdoor seating areas throughout the property with ample clean parking lots. The rooms are modern and clean and included many amenities. Fridge, microwave, coffee maker, shampoo/body wash, etc The beds were comfortable and there were plenty of pillows. Communication was good, self check in. Walking distance to many attractions, businesses, restaurants and bars. Would I stay here again? Absolutely!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
No Kleenex
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

tina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice with cool rain shower head. The only problem was the odor. The room smelled like a cleaner to treat pet smells. It didn't bother my husband but it did me.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed staying here for our friend’s wedding. Walkable to the venue, and felt safe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple, clean stay the staff on site was very helpful yet it was a contactless check in which was nice and convenient. Very accommodating with boat and trailer
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Expectations exceeded
Clean and quiet stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Hester L.

They use photos of the nice building, but where they put me was a kind of cinderblock bunker in the back. It was ok, but not what I expected
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Akico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful stafg
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANGIE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I arrived there was no ironing board or iron or hair dryer and I texted them and let them know I had a wedding next day and they brought it to me early. Which worked out perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The only thing I didnt like is the info had conflicting check in times of 1 and 4pm. When asked 3 days prior to check in if i could check in at 3pm they said i had to ask when I received the check in text at 10am day of check in. Which I did but was told I had to have prior approval from management. Room perfectly fine and clean for a quoick one night dtay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ed

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Virtual checking and door lock works well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024