Hotels
Holiday Inn Rockford By IHG - Host Hotel
7550 E State St, Rockford, IL (815) 398-2200
2026 ABTC Booking Link
The booking link will display the full length of the block, but each guest can select their specific check-in and check-out dates.
Regarding payment, a credit card is required to guarantee the reservation when booking online or through central reservations. If a guest needs a credit card authorization form, the hotel staff can assist them directly.
Please note that the hotel will place a hold on the credit card for the room and tax, plus a $75 incidental fee. This hold will be released at check-out. No charges will be applied prior to check-in unless there is a no-show or a cancellation that falls outside of the 48-hour window.
$125.00 per night plus a 1 time $50 Pet Fee 4 Dog maximum. To receive this rate you must let them know you are with the ABTC National Specialty when making your reservation.
Double Queens, some offer connecting rooms! Single Kings are also available. If you want to be in a group, 1 person must book your rooms all at one time, then the individuals must call with their credit card to guarantee the room.
Distance to Mercy Health SportsCore2 – 10 minutes 4.9 miles
Distance to Chris Taylor Farm – 24 minutes 14 miles
Distance to Forest City Dog Training Club – 16 minutes 7.1 miles
Distance to Wooden Ewe Ranch – 42 minutes 31 miles
Off Route 20 (State St), this relaxed hotel is just a few minutes from any of our venues and offers an on-site restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Additional amenities include a fitness center, a heated indoor pool and a hot tub. Free WiFi and a spacious desk area will make it easy to get some work done during your visit and all rooms are equipped with a single-cup coffee maker, a refrigerator and microwave. Relax at the end of the day with your favorite beverage, step into the Scoreboard Sports Bar.
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