Rodeway Inn Bloomington - Normal West

Hotels
Rodeway Inn
4 (19 reviews)
401 Brock Dr, Bloomington, Illinois, 61701 , Bloomington , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
Designated smoking area
ATM/banking
Front desk (limited hours)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Free self parking
Secured parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center

Review Highlights

Pros:
Staff helpfulness
Adequate price for stay
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Poor amenities
Bad service responsiveness

Categories

Cleanliness
2.5
Numerous complaints regarding dirtiness and unsanitary conditions in multiple reviews.
Service
6.5
Some positive mentions of helpful staff, but issues with unresponsiveness were noted.
Location
4.5
Mixed opinions on the location, with some reviews indicating it may not be safe.
Room Quality
3.5
Negative feedback on outdated amenities and conditions of rooms.
Amenities
2.5
Significant deficits in amenities including no breakfast, no ice machines, and poor internet.
Value for Money
6.5
Value perceived as low due to poor facilities but acceptable price.
Food and Beverage
2.5
No food options mentioned, and breakfast not provided.
Overall Experience
3.5
Overall sentiment indicates a disappointing stay with many issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 06:00

Property Description

Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Rodeway Inn in Bloomington.

Welcoming Accommodations Experience comfort in one of our 60 cozy guestrooms, each equipped with complimentary wireless internet, irons, and blackout curtains to ensure a restful stay.

Strategic Location Ideally situated, we're just a stone's throw from top attractions like Illinois State University and Grossinger Motors Arena, making it easy to explore the vibrant local culture.

Practical Amenities Enjoy hassle-free self-parking and designated smoking areas, ensuring a pleasant experience for all our guests.

Don’t miss your chance for an unforgettable stay—book your room at Rodeway Inn today!

Important information:

This hotel offers designated smoking areas.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Only dogs and cats are allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

See all policies

Location

Guest Reviews

4
Based on 19 reviews
Cleanliness: 2.5
Service: 6.5
Location: 4.5
Room Quality: 3.5
Amenities: 2.5
Value for Money: 6.5
Food and Beverage: 2.5
Overall Experience: 3.5
K
Kevin
8
Pros:

Way better than expected, except the $250 deposit what a joke but in all reality I didn't get charged a deposit bc I said and I didn't smoke. Carpet in the step we're not done. I'm pretty sure it's a little cal hangout for a gang of unemployed Mexicans not real inviting

2025-11-25 via Nuitee
K
Kay
8
Pros:

The bathtub needed to be reglazed as it was old and there was black around the drain. The microwave didn’t work. For the price I got what I paid for.

2025-11-11 via Nuitee
L
Lyndon
2
Pros:

No one would answer the phone and the television wouldn't work and couldn't find any help! All I could do was sit in a quiet room for 2 nights. Ridiculous! NEVER AGAIN will I stay there, & no one else should either.

2025-11-02 via Nuitee
P
Paul
4
Pros:

Upon checking in I heard the staff tell another guest that the ice machine wasn't working and that they might try the nearby hotel.
I killed a 2" red centipede on my dresser as I tried to use my TV. Unable to make a connection to Hulo, Disney, Paramount, Documentaries, Action. In the morning upon opening my curtains I discovered someone had left my bedroom window open about 2" inches which would explain why I was cold all night after upping the room temp 3 times.
I've never seen the 1/2 size bedding which doesn't tuck under the mattress.

2025-10-27 via Nuitee
H
Howard partner
4
Pros:

Noise all night, no tv, no coffee or breakfast

2025-10-21 via Nuitee
J
Janet
6
Hotel smelled like smoke
Pros:

Room smelled like smoke (possibly cannabis) and it was hard to sleep bc of the smoke residue.

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
T
Timothy
2
Dirty
Pros:

Nothing about this hotel is good

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
J
Jonathan
2
Pros:

Outdated

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
Y
Yuri
2
Don’t book here
Pros:

Awful!, the bathtub had mold all around the edge, the room’s floor was dirty and stained. I would not recommend at all, even if it’s the only hotel in the area, which, unfortunately is why we stayed there, not falling for that again. Avoid at all costs… not to mention they charged us as if it were a 4-5 star hotel

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
A
Allen
6
Mixed review.
Pros:

Staff was friendly. Price was great. Very clean for the price, but they had very limited amenities. No vending machines, no ice machines, no ice buckets and I had to basically program the TV myself to watch anything.

2025-09-21 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer
2
Pros:

Parking lot is not well lit, room was very dirty, only one light worked, shower was too gross to try, no ice machine, low water pressure in sink, door lock was questionable. Sleep in your car.

2025-09-21 via Nuitee
D
Doug family
2
Pros:

Dirtiest hotel I’ve ever experienced, and just in poor condition. Don’t know how that are permitted to stay open.

2025-09-21 via Nuitee
B
Brad
6
Pros:

Price was good, but overall I will look elsewhere. Staff was helpful but stayed at a different hotel. The lights in the parking lot were not working at night. I’d say these things were figured into the cheap rate. It has potential. It’s more of a one night stay place, not the week like i did. It’s just ok.

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
T
Terry
8
From Iowa
Pros:

Internet connection not always great

2025-09-13 via Nuitee
K
Keyaira partner
6
Pros:

Nothing

2025-09-09 via Nuitee
C
Chris
6
Nice stay, despite the smell
Pros:

When we walked into the hotel, we were overpowered by the smell of weed. The lady that checked us in was very friendly. The room was big, clean and smelled nice. AC worked well. The bed was comfortable with plenty of pillows.

2025-09-02 via Nuitee
R
Ryan
10
Pros:

I have allergy issues. The rooms are perfect for me. Thank you.

2025-08-28 via Nuitee
A
Anthony M
6
Pros:

My TV was not connected to the Internet and couldn't connect with all settings behind a code. I hooked up my TV to my computer and then found the Internet was insanely slow and would boot you off every so often... Not making it a ideal environment to do my notes for work that are due periodically over the week.... Having to wait for each note to load on the net... Turned a 15 min job to over a hour.... Only major complaint.

2025-08-28 via Nuitee
M
Mark
6
Pros:

No breakfast, ice machine out of order, slow internet

2025-08-27 via Nuitee