| this modern hotel is 6 miles from downtown springfield and 14 miles from wilson's creek national battlefield historic site. the relaxed rooms have free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs with hd channels and coffeemakers. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. some rooms add sofabeds and kitchenettes. in addition to complimentary hot breakfast (or breakfast bags to go) and a business center, amenities include an outdoor pool and a patio, plus a gym and free parking
Springfield-Branson National Airport 27 min
Fantastic Caverns (26 min)
Underground caverns featuring tram ride tours, with group options & field trips. Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden (17 min)
Serene, 7-acre garden featuring typical Japanese landscaping, a charming koi lake & a teahouse. Missouri Sports Hall of Fame (8 min)
Museum and sports Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park (16 min)
20+ landscaped botanical gardens, with BBQ/picnic areas, a lake & a native butterfly house. Discovery Center of Springfield (14 min)
Interactive science exhibits, experiments & activities on topics ranging from DNA to dinosaurs. History Museum on the Square (15 min)
Local museum exploring the area's history with a range of permanent & temporary exhibitions. Wonders Of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium (11 min)
Sprawling conservation-focused complex featuring wildlife exhibits & an aquarium with huge tanks. Lake Springfield Park and Boathouse (13 min)
Park with a lake for paddling & fishing, plus nature trails, a play area & covered picnic spots. Springfield Botanical Gardens (15 min) Wilson's Creek National Battlefield (19 min)
Well-preserved Civil War battlefield with a visitor center displaying war-era images & objects. Pythian Castle (12 min)
History & ghost tours are offered at this historic castle that also hosts murder mysteries & events. Springfield Art Museum (9 min)
The city's oldest cultural institution, showing American & global works of art, with free admission. Springfield Conservation Nature Center (8 min)
Nature trails with picnic areas & bird hides overlooking the lake, plus wildlife like deer & mink. Sequiota Park (5 min)
Picturesque recreation area featuring a playground, caves, walking trail & a fishing lake. Dickerson Park Zoo (19 min)
Wildlife park featuring exotic animal exhibits, a petting zoo, train rides & more | 
