President Abraham Lincoln Hotel — A DoubleTree by Hilton

From the President Abraham Lincoln Hotel's front entrance on East Adams Street, every major Lincoln site in downtown Springfield is within a 10-minute walk. Step out the door and head west on Adams: in two blocks you'll reach the Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices, where Lincoln practiced law from 1843 to 1852. One block further is the Old State Capitol, where Lincoln gave the House Divided speech. Three blocks west is the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum complex.

Head south from the hotel instead and within five blocks you reach the Lincoln Home National Historic Site at 8th and Jackson — the only home Lincoln ever owned. The four-block restored historic neighborhood surrounding the home is itself a beautiful walking experience. The Great Western Depot, where Lincoln gave his February 1861 farewell address to Springfield before leaving for Washington, is two blocks east of the hotel.

For the only major Lincoln site that requires a car or trolley, the Lincoln Tomb at Oak Ridge Cemetery is 1.5 miles north of downtown — a 5-minute drive. The hotel concierge can arrange transportation or rides via the Springfield Mass Transit District. Some travelers also walk it, particularly in mild weather; the route follows quiet residential streets and takes about 30 minutes each way.

Standard rooms are comfortable and well-maintained, if not luxurious. Most rooms have city views, with higher floors looking out over downtown Springfield, the State Capitol dome, or the Lincoln Home neighborhood. Rooms come standard with one king or two queen beds, work desk, mini-fridge, coffee maker, flat-screen TV, and reliable Wi-Fi. Bathrooms are modern with bathtubs in most rooms and walk-in showers in some accessibility-adapted units.

Suite options include junior suites (about 425 square feet) and full presidential-style suites (over 800 square feet) with separate living rooms, dining areas, and sometimes a wet bar. The presidential suite on the 12th floor has been used by Illinois governors, visiting U.S. senators, and presidential candidates. Suites generally run $50 to $100 more per night than standard rooms.

Hotel amenities include a heated indoor pool with a small spa, a fitness center with cardio equipment and weights, a business center, complimentary coffee in the lobby, and the famous DoubleTree warm chocolate-chip cookies at check-in. The on-site restaurant Lindsay's serves three meals a day in a comfortable contemporary dining room. The lobby bar Sangamo's draws a mix of hotel guests, downtown office workers, and Illinois state government staff during legislative sessions.

Self-parking in the hotel's connected garage is $15 per night for guests; valet parking is $25 per night. Check-in is 3pm and check-out is 11am; early check-in and late check-out are accommodated when possible but not guaranteed. Pets are accepted in designated rooms with a $75 non-refundable cleaning fee. The hotel is fully ADA-accessible with several adapted rooms, accessible parking, and accessible routes throughout the property.

Book directly through Hilton.com or via the Hilton Honors program for the best rates and loyalty point earnings. Discounts are available for AAA members, government workers, military, and seniors. The hotel offers a Lincoln Heritage package that bundles a two-night stay, breakfast for two, and tickets to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum for around $400 — often the best value for Lincoln-focused travelers.

Springfield's weather can affect your visit: hot and humid in summer (July averages 89F), brutally cold in winter (January averages 19F with occasional snow). The hotel's indoor pool, fitness center, and on-site restaurant are particularly welcome in winter when long walks between sites become uncomfortable. February visitors should book early — Lincoln's birthday on February 12 brings major commemorations and the hotel often sells out.