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A spacious lobby with a beige sectional sofa, a fireplace, and a view of the outside through large glass doors.

A modern living area with a sectional sofa, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern hotel lobby with a long dining table, bar stools, a sofa, and a fireplace.

A treats section with a variety of snacks and beverages, including a refrigerated display and shelves stocked with items like Welch's and Bonde.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham

5.9 km from Lake Sara

Karen

HK$1,023

HK$1,135 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A lobby with a blue sofa, a brown leather chair, a round coffee table, and a fireplace.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a colorful carpet, and wooden pillars.

A hotel room with a blue wall, a TV on a wooden shelf, a white curtain, a lamp, a brown sofa, a small round table, and a patterned carpet.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and a mirrored wall.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott Effingham

6.5 km from Lake Sara

Debbie

HK$827

HK$917 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A La Quinta hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a clear view of the pool area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a bathtub, and framed pictures on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a large sun-shaped artwork, multiple seating areas, and a patterned rug.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Effingham

6.4 km from Lake Sara

Alexis

HK$933

HK$1,045 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A banquet hall with tables set for a formal event, draped with white fabric and string lights, and a chandelier above.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

A Holiday Inn lobby with a reception desk, two armchairs, and a decorative ceiling light.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

4. Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG

6.3 km from Lake Sara

Penny

HK$863

HK$966 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a covered section.

A store interior with refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and a display of ceramics.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, including dumbbells, benches, and a squat rack.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted TV.

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Effingham

6.4 km from Lake Sara

Steve

HK$970

HK$1,086 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding area, including a seating area with chairs and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A Best Western hotel with a modern facade, a parking lot, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a desk, two monitors, a keyboard, and a mouse.

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and pendant lighting.

6. Best Western Delta Inn

6.3 km from Lake Sara

Scott

HK$684

HK$766 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a large window, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a green accent wall.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a dark wooden desk, a blue sofa, a small dining table, and a kitchenette.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa, a patterned armchair, a desk, and a television.

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Effingham by IHG

6.3 km from Lake Sara

Kimberly

HK$925

HK$1,036 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A Country Inn & Suites building with a covered entrance and a sign.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a dark headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a mirror above the bathtub.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a lifeguard chair, and a no diving sign.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a coffee bar with various appliances, and a TV mounted on the wall.

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Effingham, IL

6.5 km from Lake Sara

Larry

HK$663

HK$735 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, a staircase, and seating areas.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a lamp.

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa set, a wooden staircase, and a large window.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, sun loungers, and large windows.

9. Comfort Suites Effingham Central

6.8 km from Lake Sara

Chelsea

HK$779

HK$872 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and weight machines.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a television, and a sign reading "Baymont by Wyndham".

A modern kitchen with a coffee station, seating area with tables and chairs, and a clock on the wall.

10. Baymont by Wyndham Effingham

5.8 km from Lake Sara

Tina

HK$600

HK$666 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a bathroom.

A wooden interior with a pool area, a white chair, and a view of the pool through a glass door.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden beams, and brick walls.

A reception area with a stone wall, a reception desk, and a red patterned chair.

11. Quality Inn Effingham North

6.5 km from Lake Sara

Stacy

HK$675

HK$749 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A reception area with a reception desk, a clock, a blue mat, and two potted plants.

A dining area with a central table surrounded by chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and a sign that reads 'Coffee Anyone?'

A hotel room with a sofa, a washing machine, a vending machine, and a staircase.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a window with curtains.

12. Ramada by Wyndham Effingham

6.3 km from Lake Sara

Kristen

HK$500

HK$560 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a desk lamp.

A hotel lobby with a blue sign reading "Rodeway Inn," a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A Rodeway Inn with a covered outdoor seating area, a parking lot, and a large sign.

13. Rodeway Inn Effingham North

6 km from Lake Sara

Kristin

HK$541

HK$601 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A kitchen with a white countertop, stainless steel sink, and two wall-mounted shelves above the sink.

A spacious kitchen area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

A row of vending machines including a Royal Crown Cola machine, a push vending machine, and an Ice Cubes machine.

14. Studio 6 Effingham, Il

6.7 km from Lake Sara

Andrew

HK$535

HK$599 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a mirror.

A spacious kitchen with a long counter, a dining area with chairs, and large windows providing natural light.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a television, and a clock on the wall.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple balconies, and American flags.

15. Motel 6 Effingham, IL

6.7 km from Lake Sara

YANZHIHONG

HK$416

HK$465 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom.

A Days Inn hotel with a parking lot and several cars parked in front.

A wall-mounted TV, a white marble console table with three vases of flowers, and a gold metal base.

A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel wall, a potted plant, and a radiator.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Effingham

6.1 km from Lake Sara

Michael

HK$500

HK$560 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a framed picture, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A gym with stationary bikes, elliptical machines, and treadmills.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a covered section, and string lights.

17. Home2 Suites BY Hilton Effingham

6.4 km from Lake Sara

HK$1,232

HK$1,232 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV.

A lobby with a reception desk, sofas, a fireplace, and a patterned carpet.

A spacious hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

A bar area with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

18. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Altamont

14 km from Lake Sara

Heidi

HK$847

HK$915 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Sara

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham	9.6 Exceptional 771 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott Effingham	9.0 Wonderful 511 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Effingham	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 720 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Effingham	9.6 Exceptional 60 reviews	View

Top Lake Sara Hotel Reviews

The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful cottage and property!!! Well stocked with all you need!!!!"

Quality Inn Effingham North

10/10 Excellent

"Unbelievable room and in-room jacuzzi for a very low price! Great breakfast included in that price! Thanks for a great stay."

Baymont by Wyndham Effingham

8/10 Good

"Good experience"

Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was perfect! Definitely recommend Comfortable bed, nice shower, good breakfast!"

Paradise on Bluebird

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing VRBO property for our girls’ trip with two of my lifelong best friends!! It had everything we needed, wanted and more. It was so comfortable and we were so impressed with whomever did the decorating for this home. Positive sayings everywhere you look. Condiments in the fridge. Coffee for the Keurig too. Games. Incredible outdoor area. We had such a great time and are talking about coming back again next year!!"

Family Home on Lake Sara

10/10 Excellent

"Always a pleasure to stay here. Lots of room for entertaining, impeccably clean, and beautifully decorated."

Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.

10/10 Excellent

"Had a wonderful time! Beautiful place. Great views. Easy communication with owners."

Lake Sara cottage: 3BR/2BA, hot tub, swim dock, firepit, kayaks, & lake views!

10/10 Excellent

"The entire property was clean and pristine. The home was beautifully decorated, spacious, and welcoming. We had everything we needed and more. The hosts were incredibly responsive, Check-in and check-out was a breeze. We have already recommended this property to others and we will definitely be back."

THE LAKE HOUSE - Official Relaxation HQ - On Beautiful Lake Sara, Effingham, IL

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful home with spacious rooms, beautifully updated bathrooms with great showers, and upgraded kitchen appliances. We especially loved the movie room with its large TV, as well as the heated in-ground pool. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to rent this home again in the future!"

Other attractions near Lake Sara

A large white cross monument in a grassy field with trees and buildings in the background.

Cross at the Crossroads

8.8/10 (109 reviews)

Find out about the history of Effingham when you take a trip to Cross at the Crossroads. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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A nighttime aerial view of a town with illuminated buildings and a parking lot filled with cars.

Village Square Mall

7.4/10 (80 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Village Square Mall during your trip to Effingham. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Cardinal Golf Course

7.2/10 (26 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Effingham at Cardinal Golf Course. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Effingham Performance Center

8.0/10 (128 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Effingham Performance Center on your trip to Effingham. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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TREC Calico Trail

7.6/10 (34 reviews)

You can take time to visit TREC Calico Trail during your travels to Effingham. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Bliss Park

7.6/10 (23 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Bliss Park, a lovely green space in Effingham. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Ballard Nature Center

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Ballard Nature Center in Altamont. Take in the entertainment choices and countryside in this family-friendly area.

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Effingham County Fairgrounds

8.4/10 (10 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Effingham County Fairgrounds during your trip to Altamont. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Sara?

Lake Sara is located in Effingham. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 14 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Lake Sara?

Baymont by Wyndham Effingham is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Lake Sara. Other good choices within 5 miles include Ramada by Wyndham Effingham and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Effingham, IL.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Lake Sara?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Lake Sara.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Sara, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Lake Sara.

What can I see and do near Lake Sara?

Attractions like Effingham Performance Center and Mid America Motorworks, My Garage Museum highlight the local culture. Explore nature at TREC Calico Trail and Bliss Park. Cross at the Crossroads and Cardinal Golf Course are some sights worth a visit in the area.

Effingham Lake Sara Hotels

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Our top choices for Lake Sara hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott Effingham

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Effingham

4. Holiday Inn Effingham by IHG

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Effingham

6. Best Western Delta Inn

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Effingham by IHG

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Effingham, IL

9. Comfort Suites Effingham Central

10. Baymont by Wyndham Effingham

11. Quality Inn Effingham North

12. Ramada by Wyndham Effingham

13. Rodeway Inn Effingham North

14. Studio 6 Effingham, Il

15. Motel 6 Effingham, IL

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Effingham

17. Home2 Suites BY Hilton Effingham

18. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Altamont

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Top Lake Sara Hotel Reviews

The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.

Quality Inn Effingham North

Baymont by Wyndham Effingham

Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham

Paradise on Bluebird

Family Home on Lake Sara

Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.

Lake Sara cottage: 3BR/2BA, hot tub, swim dock, firepit, kayaks, & lake views!

THE LAKE HOUSE - Official Relaxation HQ - On Beautiful Lake Sara, Effingham, IL

Other attractions near Lake Sara

Cross at the Crossroads

Village Square Mall

Cardinal Golf Course

Effingham Performance Center

TREC Calico Trail

Bliss Park

Ballard Nature Center

Effingham County Fairgrounds

Frequently asked questions