Illinois is no stranger to the paranormal. There are plenty of restaurants, cemeteries, houses, hotels, and other landmarks that are haunted around the state. If you happen to find yourself traveling the Great River Road, you may want to stop in the town of Grafton along the way and spend the night. While the historic Ruebel Hotel is an ideal choice for travelers to stay, be warned that it is reportedly haunted.
With its beautiful scenery, location along the confluence of the Mississippi and Illinois rivers, a winery with a gondola tour, restaurants, and more, Grafton is the perfect town to stop and spend some time along the scenic byway.
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If you want to spend the night, the historic Ruebel Hotel is a great option. Located on Main Street, it is the oldest surviving hotel in town and was originally built in 1879 by Michael Ruebel. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.
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In 1912, the original Ruebel Hotel burnt down but was rebuilt with 32 rooms in 1913. Over the years, there have many strange occurrences reported by hotel guests.
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Guests have noticed strange smells and small objects that have mysteriously disappeared. Disembodied footsteps have also been heard early in the morning.
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After taking photos, guests have noticed mysterious orbs of ligh in their pictures.
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It is said a little girl named Abigail has been roaming around the hotel since her passing, even playing the occasional trick on a guest. While the hauntings here at the Ruebel Hotel aren’t sinister in nature, it is considered one of the most haunted hotels in Illinois.
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Would you dare stay at a haunted hotel? The charming and historic Ruebel Hotel offers comfortable accommodations and excellent service to its guests who have a choice of several room types including standard, superior, and river-view rooms, a jacuzzi suite, and a private balcony suite. It is a wonderful place to stay, and perfect for those who don’t mind a little paranormal activity!
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Whether or not you stay overnight at the Ruebel Hotel, a visit to its restaurant and bar is a must. Abigail’s Tap Room is a rebuilt bar from the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair that offers a menu with from-scratch items using available local ingredients. And yes, it is named after Abigail, the little ghost girl who haunts the hotel.
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Would you like to potentially experience paranormal activity at the Ruebel Hotel? To book your stay, visit the hotel’s website and follow the Facebook page. You can also learn more about Abigail’s Tap Room on the official website.
If you enjoy staying at haunted hotels, read this article about the Hotel Baker located in St. Charles, Illinois.
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Address: 217 E Main St, Grafton, IL 62037, USA
