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PRINCETON, ILLINOIS
Welcome to the Historic Knox Hotel
Located in the heart of Princeton’s historic Main Street, the newly renovated Knox Hotel offers guests an elegant, vintage experience – accompanied by all of the modern conveniences. The 1850s hotel over looks two blocks of restaurants, bakeries, bars, boutiques, spas, local events, and more! The Knox Hotel currently offers three spacious rooms, and more coming soon!
NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES
Vintage Accommodations
Take an elegant step back in time without sacrificing any of the modern amenities at the newly-renovated Knox Hotel. Guests of the historic hotel find themselves surrounded by antique furniture and decorations inspired by the early 1900s, along with remnants of the Knox Hotel’s former glory.
Originally opening for guests in 1858, the Knox Hotel now proudly holds a place on the National Register of Historic Places.
AccommodationsStandard Amenities
KING BED
LOCAL-MADE TOILETRIES
RESTAURANT VOUCHERS
SMART TV
STREAMING
WALK-IN SHOWER
WIFI ACCESS
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Princeton, IL is more than a charming small town—it’s a hub for adventure. From hiking waterfalls at Starved Rock and exploring Reagan’s boyhood home, to hopping an Amtrak into Chicago or savoring farm-fresh fun at Tanner’s Orchard, the Historic Knox Hotel makes every day trip easy and memorable.
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Only a Train Ride Away
The Knox Hotel originally opened to serve passengers from the train depot, located just across the street. Today, the Amtrak depot is alive and well, making multiple stops each day in Princeton.
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