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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, yellow chairs, and a 'NO DIVING' sign.

A reception desk with a modern design, a flat-screen TV, and a decorative wall piece.

A restaurant with a counter, chairs, a trash can, and a coffee machine.

1. Wingate by Wyndham Gurnee

0.8 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Cynthia

฿2,994

฿3,353 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A spacious restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and chairs.

A multi-level wooden structure with a rope bridge, artificial rock formations, and a slide.

An indoor water park with a large water slide, multiple play areas, and a sky-themed ceiling.

2. Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

< 0.1 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Judith

฿5,134

฿5,851 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, a bathroom with a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, wooden tables, and chairs, a reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

A gym with exercise equipment, a television, and a large window.

3. Hampton Inn Chicago - Gurnee

0.6 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Jose

฿3,639

฿4,075 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a covered roof, and lounge chairs around the pool area.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, patterned armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a kitchen in the background.

A La Quinta Inn & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a parking lot.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Gurnee

0.6 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Scott

฿2,288

฿2,563 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A covered outdoor area with a white railing, potted plants, and a sign indicating the height of the building.

A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, and a seating area with patterned chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with a checkered tile border, two chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a sofa, and a lamp.

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gurnee, IL

0.7 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Anthony

฿2,781

฿3,115 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A living room with a blue sofa, patterned armchairs, a glass coffee table with a vase of flowers, and a fireplace with a TV above it.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

A swimming pool with a blue interior, tiled floor, and a metal ladder. There are two white chairs near the pool and a door in the background.

A modern kitchen with wooden furniture, a ceiling fan, and various kitchen appliances.

6. Baymont by Wyndham Gurnee

0.7 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Destiny

฿2,632

฿2,948 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern indoor seating area with a tree, cushioned seating, and a green wall.

A modern bar area with multiple seating options, a large screen displaying a landscape, and a bar counter with a patterned backdrop.

A statue of an angel in a courtyard with outdoor seating and a building in the background.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, modern chandeliers, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

7. Hotel Gurnee

0.9 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Yadira

฿2,518

฿2,819 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a lamp.

A hotel lobby with a green sofa, a dining area with red and brown chairs, a kitchen area with a coffee machine, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirrored wall, and a clock.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a digital payment terminal, a framed cityscape picture, a cart with bottled water, and a wall-mounted clock.

8. Comfort Inn Gurnee near Six Flags

0.8 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Rhonda

฿2,558

฿2,864 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV on a dresser, a chair, a mirror, and a lamp.

A hotel entrance with a covered lobby area, a no smoking sign, and a paved driveway.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a bench, and a striped carpet.

9. Extended Stay America Suites Chicago Gurnee

0.8 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Braeden

฿2,716

฿3,041 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a green and purple bedspread, a desk with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with a white sink, two mirrors with decorative frames, and two white towels hanging on a towel rack.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bathroom, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Gurnee

0.7 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Michelle

฿2,094

฿2,345 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and wooden cabinets.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade and a central entrance.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a microwave, and a wardrobe.

11. WoodSpring Suites Gurnee - Chicago

0.9 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Derrick

฿2,326

฿2,605 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A parking lot, green spaces, and buildings in a campus setting.

12. The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt

16 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Mary

฿10,636

฿11,804 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel entrance with a landscaped garden and a sign.

A courtyard with a fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture, a building with multiple balconies, and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a Starbucks sign.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a Starbucks counter.

13. Courtyard Chicago Waukegan Gurnee

5.7 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Kelly

฿4,804

฿5,379 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A Fairfield Inn & Suites by Wyndham hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone pillar entrance, multiple floors, and a clear sky.

A restaurant with a green booth seating area, wooden tables, and chairs.

A vending area with Pepsi, water, and other beverages, and shelves stocked with snacks and food items.

A modern living room with a stone accent wall, a flat-screen TV, and a round coffee table.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Kenosha Pleasant Prairie

15.2 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

debra

฿3,645

฿4,137 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a modern chandelier.

A covered outdoor seating area with a white pergola, a table with chairs, and hanging flower baskets.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, a small table, a vanity with a mirror, and a bathtub.

15. The Inn on Sheridan

11.9 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Vanessa

฿2,862

฿3,176 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern dining area with a long table, chairs, and a television on a shelf.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled walls and a tiled floor. There are several chairs and a bench near the pool, and a small seating area with tables and chairs.

A brick building with a sign reading "Residence Inn Marriott".

A reception desk with a cityscape mirror, coffee machines, and storage baskets.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa

15.9 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

William

฿4,760

฿5,282 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, seating area, and a view of the sky at dusk.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the outside.

A modern hotel lobby with a central dining area, a bar, and a TV mounted on the wall.

17. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee

5.5 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Antonio

฿3,922

฿4,392 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a reception desk.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and free weights.

A hotel reception desk with a "Welcome to the Prairie State" sign, a kiosk, and a suite shop.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a lamp, and a mirror.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-Libertyville

10 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Jeff

฿3,788

฿4,204 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor seating area with blue and yellow cushions, a fire pit, and a pergola.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with round tables and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard station, and a pool lift.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for Towneplace Suites by Marriott.

19. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee

5.3 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Sharice

฿4,454

฿4,987 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A buffet counter with various food items, including fruits, dairy products, and beverages.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and artwork on the walls.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and a building with windows.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

20. Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Waukegan Gurnee

6.8 km from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Anita Diane

฿4,038

฿4,522 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Wingate by Wyndham Gurnee	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Great Wolf Lodge Illinois	8.6 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Chicago - Gurnee	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Gurnee	8.0 Very good 1,854 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gurnee, IL	8.0 Very good 1,003 reviews	View

Top Great Wolf Lodge Water Park Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Gurnee

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were really wonderful. The breakfast was good. We enjoyed our stay!"

Baymont by Wyndham Gurnee

8/10 Good

"amenities was great made the stay more enjoyable"

Wingate by Wyndham Gurnee

10/10 Excellent

"Shopping across the street"

Red Roof Inn Gurnee - Waukegan

10/10 Excellent

"It was a gratefull verdad well clean and neta near everything"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gurnee, IL

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was very clean, and offered a breakfast. Bed was comfortable, and everything worked in the room."

Gurnee Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean room and can’t wait to be back to take advantage of there hospitality"

Super 8 by Wyndham Gurnee

10/10 Excellent

"Front desk always takes care of me house keeping is always 💯"

Other attractions near Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Six Flags Great America

8.6/10 (992 reviews)

Spend a day at this sprawling theme park to enjoy an array of thrilling roller coaster rides, a water park and entertainment for kids of all ages.

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Gurnee Mills

8.8/10 (1,050 reviews)

During your visit to Gurnee, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Gurnee Mills. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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60 to Escape

Enjoy an outing to 60 to Escape during your stay in Gurnee. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Gold Pyramid House

You can learn about the history of Wadsworth with a stop at Gold Pyramid House. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Encore Events North Shore

You can take time to visit Encore Events North Shore during your travels to Wadsworth. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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American Place Casino

10.0/10 (1 review)

Why not try your luck with a visit to American Place Casino during your visit to Waukegan? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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The Temporary by American Place

8.0/10 (7 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to The Temporary by American Place during your time in Waukegan? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Waukegan SportsPark

7.2/10 (88 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Waukegan SportsPark, a lovely green space in Waukegan. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Great Wolf Lodge Water Park?

Great Wolf Lodge Water Park is located in Gurnee. This family-friendly area is known for its fun-filled attractions and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 12 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Great Wolf Lodge Water Park?

Adjacent to Great Wolf Lodge Water Park, Great Wolf Lodge Illinois is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers 6 indoor pools and a free water park. Other good options within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Gurnee and Hampton Inn Chicago - Gurnee.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Great Wolf Lodge Water Park?

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Great Wolf Lodge Water Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Great Wolf Lodge Water Park.

What can I see and do near Great Wolf Lodge Water Park?

Create some family memories at Six Flags Great America, Launch Family Entertainment and 60 to Escape while you're exploring the area around Great Wolf Lodge Water Park. Waukegan BMX Track, The People's Choice Family Fun Center and Bonnie Brook Golf Course are worth a stop while you're in the area. Gurnee Mills and Gold Pyramid House are both worth a visit while you're out exploring.

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Our top choices for Great Wolf Lodge Water Park hotels

1. Wingate by Wyndham Gurnee

2. Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

3. Hampton Inn Chicago - Gurnee

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Gurnee

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gurnee, IL

6. Baymont by Wyndham Gurnee

7. Hotel Gurnee

8. Comfort Inn Gurnee near Six Flags

9. Extended Stay America Suites Chicago Gurnee

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Gurnee

11. WoodSpring Suites Gurnee - Chicago

12. The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt

13. Courtyard Chicago Waukegan Gurnee

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Kenosha Pleasant Prairie

15. The Inn on Sheridan

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa

17. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-Libertyville

19. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee

20. Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Waukegan Gurnee

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Top Great Wolf Lodge Water Park Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Gurnee

Baymont by Wyndham Gurnee

Wingate by Wyndham Gurnee

Red Roof Inn Gurnee - Waukegan

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gurnee, IL

Gurnee Motel

Super 8 by Wyndham Gurnee

Other attractions near Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Six Flags Great America

Gurnee Mills

60 to Escape

Gold Pyramid House

Encore Events North Shore

American Place Casino

The Temporary by American Place

Waukegan SportsPark

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