The Barbee Hotel was considered a very high-class resort during Al Capone's

time.  He stayed in the hotel frequently, often clearing out all the guests so he

could stay in seclusion.  He always stayed in room 301 at the back of the hotel.

When cleaning the rooms, employees have smelled cigar smoke and when

investigated, it is coming from room 301.  A bartender who has worked here for

years has seen an old man sitting at one of the booths on several occasions.  When

she goes to get someone to assist him, he is gone!

People have reported hearing footsteps on the stairs and in the halls above the

dining area.   Many parties, when taking pictures, will line up on the stairs.  There

are several pictures on the wall where you can see orbs of light in the background

behind the group.

Many other celebrities have stayed here as well,  Rita Hayworth was said to come here and stay in her room for

days at a time. Clark Gable and Carol Lombard enjoyed their honeymoon here!

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