Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star resort near Six Flags Great America

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Children's area
Water park
Grizzly Bear Suite - Waterpark Included | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
Property entrance
Children's play area - indoor

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
1700 Nations Dr, Gurnee, IL, 60031
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    1 min walk
  • Gurnee Mills
    4 min drive
  • Six Flags Great America
    5 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    38 min drive

Room options

Grizzly Bear Suite - Waterpark Included

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Family Suite - Waterpark Included

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Junior Cabin Suite Balcony - Waterpark Included

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Junior Cabin Suite - Waterpark Included

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Wolf Den Suite Balcony - Waterpark Included

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Wolf Den Suite - Waterpark Included

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Queen Suite - Waterpark Included

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Family Suite - Waterpark Included

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Gurnee

In Gurnee .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Six Flags Great America with a stay here. Gurnee Mills and Gold Pyramid House are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gurnee Mills - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Six Flags Great America - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 11 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Genesee Theater - 12 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Lake Villa Station - 14 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Portillo's Gurnee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rainforest Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

Family-friendly 3-star resort near Six Flags Great America
As a guest of Great Wolf Lodge Illinois, you'll find a complimentary water park, 6 indoor swimming pools, a lazy river, and a waterslide. There are 5 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar.

A children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly Great Wolf Lodge Illinois. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Gurnee resort is smoke free.

  • 414 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 5 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Game room or arcade
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Great Wolf Lodge Illinois offers 414 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 6 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Lazy river
  • Mini golf
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet
  • Available in some public areas: High-speed internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 6 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park
  • Golf
  • Lazy river
  • Mini golf
  • Ropes course
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in August.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Great Wolf Lodge Illinois to the airport?

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois is 17.5 mi (21-min drive) away from the Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

As of Nov 21, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois on Dec 1, 2024 start from $149.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Great Wolf Lodge Illinois have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois.

How close is Great Wolf Lodge Illinois to the beach?

This resort is 7.6 mi (13-min drive) from Lake Miltmore Beach and 8.1 mi (29-min drive) from North Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Great Wolf Lodge Illinois offer free breakfast?

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

No, there is no casino at this resort, but The Temporary by American Place (8-min drive) and Lucky Strike Gaming & Lounge (17-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

Free parking is not available at this resort. Self parking is available for USD 15 per day.

Does Great Wolf Lodge Illinois have a pool?

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois features 6 indoor pools, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool.

Does Great Wolf Lodge Illinois have a restaurant?

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois is home to Campfire Kitchen, which features international cuisine.

Does Great Wolf Lodge Illinois have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is Great Wolf Lodge Illinois to downtown Gurnee?

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois is 2.4 mi away from Gurnee.

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 870 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 870 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 870 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 870 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 870 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Doruk

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Chengen

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

Traveled with family
For a big hotel it was very clean.We loved the pool.We had a good time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little indoor waterpark! Great for a night!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Niel

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only three things not okay. Bathroom door is not easy to open and creaking loudly, sofa bed mattress is uncomfortable, and it’s too humid inside the waterpark that several times I feel like I’m going to pass out. I went to the restroom several times just to shower with cold water. All the rest are great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

danielle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff that was friendly, helpful and mindful of safety at all times. A father noticed a broke bolt head on a waterslide and the staff quickly found a solution. They communicated effectively to each other in a calm manner and got the issue solved. On our departure cleaning staff was so friendly even thanking us for our stay. My go-to place for family fun under 1 roof. Seeing my 6 year daughter take the rope obstacle course to the 40 foot up top was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn Shinn or James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Many entertainment options in building, can swim after room is checked out
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Erika

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They stay was great until the last night. My family and myself were all relaxing for the night until a complete stranger walked into our room. The only way you can get into the rooms is with armbands. I sent a text and security came up about 15-20 minutes later with 2 new armbands and a breakfast voucher. Which i feel was a complete insult to the situation. My family and myself left at 4am today. I told the security the voucher wasnt needed. What i did not like was when i sent the text to the front desk the lady who answered the phone said that it was impossible for them to give my room code to someone else. Well if they check the cameras, they will see its very possible and it definitely did happen. The man smelled of urine because he urinated himself and the ordor stayed in our room for a while. I just dont know what else to say.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would recommend have signs stating rooms will not be cleaned unless requested if staying more than 1 night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lynelle

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rent a room close by and buy day passes
Room was very dusty. Shower curtain didn’t fit as a result water got all over the floor. Blankets had stains. Bathroom vanity had previous guests eyelashes and hair still on it. Room was very humid and lighting was horrible. Lamps cords were dusty and couch/sofa was very uncomfortable to sit on. I suggest renting a room nearby and just buying day passes. Not to mention they make you pay for parking. So not worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

curtis

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We wanted to do a water park with hotel and feel this was the best option. From the moment you get there you feel welcome. The rooms were clean same as the water park. Also it was a lot of people there but didn’t feel crowded at all. We loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

farid

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I wish the staff explained the bundle options at check in it would've saved us a lot of money on the game wand and arcade area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bailey

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this great wolf lots of things 2 do
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was everything I expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would recommend! Great family trip
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shuria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024