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Jane Fargo Hotel

355 West State Street, Sycamore, IL 60178
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Ranked #3 of 5 hotels in Sycamore
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 15, 2013
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Madison, Wisconsin
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 15, 2013 NEW

When I first seen the outside of the hotel while driving through the "living mainstreet", I wanted to stay there. The street was busy with filled buildings, shops, restaurants, bakery, etc., like towns used to be. I choose to stay there while my husband had knee replacement surgery. The Jane Fargo has beautiful old wood throughout the lobby, restaurant/bar and... More

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16 hotel reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

I agree with the reviews who compliment this hotels service. The staff is friendly and cheery and helpful. I will also state that my room was clean and nice and I had no problems. However there were many staying with me at this hotel who reported much worse conditions. I will admit that the thick carpeting and outdated wallpaper conjure... More

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Laguna Beach, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2013

Sad to say, the Jane Fargo needs some major work. The reception staff were very nice, as helpful as they could be, but the room was terrible - tattered, severely outdated, the plumbing was worrisome, the water pressure non-existent. I stayed two nights with no housekeeping. I had to go down to the desk after a long day and evening... More

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Rachel B, Owner at Jane Fargo Hotel, responded to this review
April 11, 2013

Thank you for posting your concerns about our property. While we always encourage guests to communicate with the manager or owner if you experience any difficulty at all during your stay with us we realize this is not a comfortable situation for everyone. Your concerns have been heard. We strive for a terrific experience for our guest and we are... More

Johannesburg, Michigan
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22 reviews 22 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 9, 2012

First, my husband made this reservation for me knowing "me" and it is a beautiful building, lots of history, conveniently located within walking distance of stores and restaurants. I was there on business, however, and it was not very condusive to "work". Frustrations: The wifi (free) was a pain in the ear - so much so that I ended up... More

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Pacifica, California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 28, 2012

My sister and I stayed here for a week. It is right downtown, an old hotel with all the charm and friendly service you used to expect. The staff is young and energetic. Rooms are large, a little outdated, but supper clean. With in walking distance of lots of restaurants and shops. Will be our go to place from now... More

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Rachel B, Owner at Jane Fargo Hotel, responded to this review
October 10, 2012

Thanks for staying with us Betty. The staff and I enjoyed serving you and your sister while you were here as our guests. The hotel continues to undergo updates and changes so the next time you visit us you can be sure some of those "outdated" details will have been replaced. We look forward to surpassing your expectations. More

Illinois
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38 reviews 38 reviews
22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 20, 2012

We stayed at JF this past weekend for a wedding. The staff were wonderful. The hotel has some renovations completed. Rooms were outdated, but spacious and clean. They really need to replace the beds. By far the worst bed I have slept on in a hotel.

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Rachel B, Owner at Jane Fargo Hotel, responded to this review
October 10, 2012

We truly appreciate your feedback. Renovations are underway and we are working on your suggestions. I would like to extend my personal apologies that your stay did not exceed your expectations as we have set the highest standard of service for our guests. We look forward to the opportunity to serve you in the future and hope you will visit... More

La Crosse, Wisconsin
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66 reviews 66 reviews
35 hotel reviews
Reviews in 40 cities Reviews in 40 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 12, 2012

We stayed at what is now the Jane Fargo Hotel in July, 2012. New owners have addressed some of the concerns that other reviewers lifted up. The staff was friendly and helpful, the room was clean and fresh. The bed could be better, and the breakfast was very limited. The building was quiet - as far as we could with... More

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Rachel B, Owner at Jane Fargo Hotel, responded to this review
October 10, 2012

Thank you for your feedback. The concerns you mentioned have helped us identify the things we needed most to address. We have upgraded our breakfast, improved the Wi-Fi connectivity and are replacing beds. When thoughtful guests like you bring areas of concern to our attention we are giving the opportunity to improve the guest experience and for that opportunity we... More

Naperville, Illinois
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61 hotel reviews
Reviews in 52 cities Reviews in 52 cities
83 helpful votes 83 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed October 24, 2011

My wife and I stayed at the Stratford in after a wedding reception that was held there. This is an histortic hotel right on the main drag in Sycamore. It is a quaint, old property that has been nicely maintained. Our room (Room 307) was a Queen Room that was very small, but nice enough and very clean. This was... More

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Rachel B, Owner at Jane Fargo Hotel, responded to this review
October 10, 2012

Your feedback is important to us. While it was nearly a year ago, we are listening. Your room (307) is one of our Coach Rooms and it is smaller in size from our Premium Rooms. The loud groaning in the wall remains unexplained as do many of the noises often heard in old buildings like ours. I believe that is... More

Brooklyn, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 11, 2011

My husband and I have been there several times, and we loved it! It's a sweet, small-town hotel, and we had great service each time plus reasonable rates! I would recommend this hotel to any couple.

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Rachel B, Owner at Jane Fargo Hotel, responded to this review
October 10, 2012

Thank you for your recommendation. We appreciate your loyalty and look forward to serving you on a future stay. I think you will be pleasantly surprised with the changes we are making. More

Godfrey, IL
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28 reviews 28 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 26, 2011

You can tell that you're in a historic building. From the small elevator to the fact that the rooms have real keys, it is something of a trip back in time. Room was OK. One of the best features is that it is quiet, partially due to its small size.

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Also Known As:
Stratford Hotel
Stratford Hotel Sycamore
Address: 355 West State Street, Sycamore, IL 60178
Region: United States > Illinois > Sycamore
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
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Ranked #3 of 5 hotels in Sycamore
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