If time is of the essence, try the quick soak. For a faster soak, put the beans and water in a saucepan and bring them to a boil. Allow them to boil for about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat, cover it with a lid and let the beans soak for at least 1 hour.
You might like to consider the Days Inn Mount Vernon, Quality Inn Mount Vernon and Super 8 Mount Vernon IL. 2 miles from downtown Mount Vernon, is the Comfort Suites Mount Vernon. Alternatively, the Hampton Inn Mt Vernon is located 2 miles away. Some other hotel options around Mount Vernon include the Holiday Inn MOUNT VERNON and the Americas Best Value Inn.
Hotels: Chanhassen Inn Motel (Highway 5 And Great Plains) (1), Country Suites Chanhassen (591 West 78 Street) (2), Holiday Inn Exp Stes Chanhasse (7855 Century Boulevard) (3), Country Suites by Carlson Chanhassen (591 West 78th Street) (4), AmericInn Chanhassen (570 Pond Promenade) (5).