Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Hotel Partner in Peoria, IL
Founded in 2007 by Peoria native Mark Petersen, our company has grown to operate four trusted hotel properties across Central Illinois. We prioritize hospitality as a core value, ensuring every guest experiences clean, comfortable rooms and personalized service tailored to business and leisure travelers. Our commitment extends beyond accommodations to include enhanced safety protocols, community engagement, and specialized event planning services.With over 15 years of local expertise, we focus on anticipating guest needs through modern amenities and thoughtful touches. Our team of experienced professionals manages weddings, conferences, and events with meticulous attention to detail while maintaining a community-driven approach. We differentiate ourselves through genuine care, safety prioritization, and a dedication to creating effortless stays that reflect Central Illinois hospitality.
Services
Hotel Accommodations
Event Planning
Banquet Services
Group Blocks
Wedding Coordination
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- Locally owned with over 15 years of hospitality experience in Central Illinois
- Four trusted properties with modern amenities and personalized service
- Dedicated to safety and cleanliness with enhanced protocols
- Experienced team specializing in weddings, conferences, and events
- Community-driven approach supporting local needs and partnerships
Services
Hotel Accommodations
Modern hotel rooms across four Central Illinois locations offering comfortable stays for business and leisure travelers. Each property features clean, well-maintained rooms with contemporary amenities. Our locally owned hotels provide personalized service while maintaining consistent quality standards for both short-term visits and extended stays.
Event Planning
Comprehensive event coordination services for conferences, meetings, and corporate gatherings. Our dedicated event managers handle venue setup, technical requirements, and catering arrangements. With multiple function spaces across our properties, we accommodate events from small board meetings to large conferences with professional support.
Wedding Coordination
Full-service wedding planning in elegant ballroom settings. Our experienced coordinators manage venue decoration, catering, and timeline execution. We offer customizable packages with safety protocols in place, allowing couples to focus on their special day while we handle logistics and guest comfort.
Group Blocks
Specialized booking solutions for group accommodations with discounted rates. Ideal for sports teams, wedding parties, and organizational events requiring multiple rooms. Our team coordinates check-in processes and room assignments to ensure smooth group stays across our hotel properties.
Banquet Services
Professional banquet facilities with customizable catering options for social and corporate events. Our culinary team creates menus tailored to specific occasions while maintaining high food safety standards. Available in multiple locations with flexible space configurations for various event sizes.
People
Mark Petersen
CEO
Founder of Petersen Hotels since 2007, Mark identified Central Illinois hospitality needs and developed four successful properties while maintaining community-focused values and quality standards.
Brian McCarroll
Vice President of Operations
Oversees hotel operations with extensive experience in hospitality management, ensuring consistent service quality and safety protocols across all Petersen Hotels locations in Central Illinois.
Holly Fisher
Vice President of Sales & Marketing
Leads sales and marketing strategies to promote Petersen Hotels, developing partnerships and promotional campaigns that highlight the company's community-driven approach and modern amenities.
Taylor Luna
General Manager
Manages daily operations at Holiday Inn & Suites Peoria, ensuring guest satisfaction through staff leadership and implementation of enhanced safety measures during the pandemic.
Cindy Hankins
Event Sales Manager
Specializes in event coordination with expertise in organizing weddings and conferences, providing personalized service to create memorable experiences for clients at Petersen Hotels.
Questions
What hotel locations does Petersen Hotels operate?
We operate four properties: Holiday Inn & Suites Peoria at Grand Prairie, Wingate by Wyndham Peoria, Hampton Inn & Suites Peoria at Grand Prairie, and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Morton.
Do you offer special rates for group bookings?
Yes, we provide group block accommodations with discounted rates for weddings, sports teams, and organizational events across our hotel locations.
What safety measures are in place at your hotels?
We maintain enhanced cleaning protocols, social distancing measures, and contactless service options to ensure guest safety during the pandemic.
Can you host large events and weddings?
Yes, our Grand Prairie Ballroom and multiple function spaces accommodate events from small meetings to weddings with full coordination services.
Are your hotels pet-friendly?
Pet policies vary by location - please contact specific properties directly to inquire about pet accommodations at each hotel.
Do you offer loyalty programs for frequent guests?
We participate in major hotel rewards programs that allow guests to earn points across our different branded properties.