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A rustic cabin with a dining area, a bicycle, and a sign reading "Vangelis".

A rustic cabin with a covered porch, a car parked nearby, and a dirt path leading through a forest.

A compact kitchen with wooden walls, a window with a view of greenery, a built-in dishwasher, and a small countertop with various kitchen items.

1. Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

11.4 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Jessica

฿4,808

฿6,818 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a window with a view.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a modern wall design, and overhead lighting.

A conference room with a large table, yellow chairs, water bottles, and framed artwork on the walls.

A modern breakfast area with a digital menu display, a variety of food options, and a clean, contemporary design.

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

11.1 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Sarah

฿4,207

฿4,669 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern kitchen with large windows, a buffet counter, and a chalkboard menu.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a coffee station.

3. Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

11.6 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Claudi

฿5,448

฿6,046 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, air conditioning units, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

A restaurant with wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, and a menu board.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large waterfall painting on the wall.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.

4. Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

11.2 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Samantha

฿2,327

฿2,583 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a reception desk, a kitchen area, and a fireplace.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, tiled walls, and a view of parked cars outside.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a colorful fruit mural on the wall.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Starved Rock Area

11.4 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Veronica

฿4,512

฿5,008 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and a ceiling fan. There are potted plants and a white fence around the pool.

A reception desk with a stone facade, a 'Days Inn' mat, and a 'Check in Time' sign.

A shelf with various packaged food items, including coffee creamer and other dairy products.

A Days Inn hotel with a brick facade, a large sign, and a parking area.

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

11.7 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Carissa

฿2,825

฿3,135 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A swimming pool with steps and lounge chairs, large arched windows, and a tiled floor.

A hotel with a covered entrance, a flag, and a landscaped area with plants.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a sign reading "Comfort Inn," and a mirror on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a bench, a TV, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

7. Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area

11.5 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

MICHELLE

฿3,377

฿3,748 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A pool area with a clear blue pool, white walls, and arched windows.

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

A hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, a flat-screen TV, a coffee station, and a view of the parking lot.

A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a reception desk, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.

8. Best Western Oglesby Inn

11.9 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Diana

฿3,639

฿4,039 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A dining area with wooden flooring, tables, and chairs. There are ceiling fans, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Quality Inn.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, tiled walls, and a blue and white color scheme.

A wooden table with a sign, brochures, a vase of flowers, and decorative pumpkins.

9. Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

17.2 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Scott

฿2,918

฿3,297 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding wooden walls and large arched windows.

A reception desk with a waterfall mural in the background and a sign that reads "wake up on the bright side PERU".

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered walkway and a parking lot in front.

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park

17 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Jerry

฿3,491

฿3,944 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A log cabin-style building with a covered entrance, a landscaped area with rocks and shrubs, and a clear sky.

A spacious bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a large window providing natural light.

A row of log cabin-style buildings with balconies and stone pillars.

An indoor water park with a large pool, waterfalls, and a wooden play structure.

11. Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

6.2 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Sue

฿3,377

฿3,860 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, columns, and a brick facade.

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

A reception desk with a modern design, a digital screen, and a wall with geometric patterns.

A modern breakfast bar with labeled sections for bakery, fruit, cereal, and coffee.

12. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Peru - Lasalle Area by IHG

17.2 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Clint

฿6,143

฿6,940 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with a white vanity, a round mirror, a built-in microwave, and a door with a handle.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern facade, multiple entry points, and a parking lot.

A gym with various exercise equipment, a motivational wall, and a view of the outdoors.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Peru

17.1 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Alma

฿4,627

฿5,227 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A reception desk with a glass panel design, a framed welcome sign, and a patterned wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a cityscape view, a round mirror, and a green chair.

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Super 8".

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, shower, and sink.

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park

17.3 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Edwin

฿2,242

฿2,533 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern lounge area with blue chairs, a fireplace, and a kitchen in the background.

A reception desk with a black countertop, wooden paneling, and a patterned glass partition.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by yellow and white chairs, and large windows allowing natural light.

A gym with treadmills, a mirrored wall, and a rack of dumbbells.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru

17 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Drew

฿4,778

฿5,398 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A sign for a Relax Inn with a parking symbol.

A bed with floral bedding, a bedside lamp, and a wall-mounted light switch.

A room with a vending machine, a small table, and a wall-mounted refrigerator.

A row of white commercial washers with instructions taped to them.

16. Relax Inn

18.9 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Brayden

฿2,103

฿2,334 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A kitchenette with a microwave, a refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.

A bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and toilet.

A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and a central building.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a TV, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

17. Surrey Motel

10.9 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Mateusz

฿2,204

฿2,446 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern breakfast area with a counter, coffee machines, and a sign that reads "EXPRESS START BREAKFAST".

A fitness room with treadmills and elliptical machines, a black mat, and a patterned carpet.

A conference room with multiple tables and orange chairs, equipped with water bottles and papers.

A reception area with two reception desks, a modern wall design, and a wooden partition.

18. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ottawa

11.1 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

"The lobby was bright and clean and welcoming. Staff at the desk was friendly and helpful. He even calmed my fear of impending storms with nowhere to go by assuring me we could take shelter on main level in the bathroom. Our room was the cleanest we have been in for a very long time. Appreciate their thoughtful attention to small details such as hand soap and lotion both in pumps by the bathroom sink, all items you'll need to shower if you've forgotten yours, both soft and hard pillows and...

Anthony

฿4,116

฿4,589 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A living room with a red sofa, two side tables with lamps, a beige armchair, and a coffee table.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a coffee station, a seating area with a red chair, and a potted plant.

19. Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park

11.5 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Shawn

฿2,526

฿2,803 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor area with a table and chairs, a lawn, and two trees.

A small, single-story motel with a 'No Vacancy' sign, a parking area, and a tree in the foreground.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table with chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a view of parked cars outside.

A sign for Tou-Res Motel advertising low daily and weekly rates, kitchenettes, cable TV, and clean comfortable rooms.

20. Tourest Motel

17.7 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Sidney

฿2,638

฿2,927 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy	9.8 Exceptional 282 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 644 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)	9.2 Wonderful 692 reviews	View
Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock	8.4 Very good 1,008 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Starved Rock Area	8.8 Excellent 673 reviews	View

Top Illinois Canyon Trailhead Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

8/10 Good

"Good breakfast"

Best Western Oglesby Inn

8/10 Good

"Convenient location, clean room with microwave & fridge, business center and coin laundry, nice pool, aerobic equipment in the workout room. Everything was well maintained. Check-in was efficient although not particularly friendly or welcoming. Breakfast ok. We'd stay there again."

Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

8/10 Good

"Staff were very friendly and helpful. Only complaint is loud stomping from floor above us at night and very early in the morning."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park

8/10 Good

"Hotel was clean and staff was very polite We enjoyed our stay and would recommend this hotel."

Surrey Motel

10/10 Excellent

"location and price were just what i was looking for staff was very helpful in extending my stay . older property, but rooms were well taken care of and updated. Quiet and safe. thank you, Kae Nilsson"

Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

10/10 Excellent

"Best hotel In the area clean and convenient"

Other attractions near Illinois Canyon Trailhead

A forested path with a wooden fence on one side.

Buffalo Rock State Park

8.6/10 (100 reviews)

Adorning the fields and riverbed are five enormous artistic mounds portraying regional animals. Enjoy views of the Illinois River at this undulating park.

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A waterfall cascading over moss-covered rocks, surrounded by autumn leaves.

Starved Rock State Park

9.4/10 (534 reviews)

The lodge provides a luxurious base from which to explore trails leading to bluffs and canyons of this riverside park. Try ice climbing and eagle spotting in winter.

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A waterfall in a rocky gorge with a bridge in the background.

Matthiessen State Park

9.4/10 (216 reviews)

Look down the chute of Cascade Falls from a rickety bridge and admire the brilliant hues decorating the canyon’s sandstone walls in this eclectic park.

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Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park

7.8/10 (74 reviews)

Bring your family to Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Utica. Amble around this family-friendly area's parks or seek out the hiking trails.

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Mix's Trading Post

7.4/10 (6 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Mix's Trading Post during your stay in Utica. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.

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LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum

8.4/10 (10 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum in Utica. You can seek out the hiking trails in this family-friendly area.

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August Hill Winery Tasting Room

9.0/10 (37 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at August Hill Winery Tasting Room during your travels to Utica. You can seek out the hiking trails in this family-friendly area.

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Deer Park Country Club

7.8/10 (17 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Oglesby at Deer Park Country Club. Wander around the parks in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Illinois Canyon Trailhead?

Illinois Canyon Trailhead is located in Ottawa. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and hiking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 5 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Illinois Canyon Trailhead?

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a free water park and 2 bars. It's located 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Illinois Canyon Trailhead. Another good choice is KAYAK STARVED ROCK CAMPGROUND, located 0.3 mi (0.5 km) away.

How many hotels will I find close to Illinois Canyon Trailhead?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Illinois Canyon Trailhead.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Illinois Canyon Trailhead, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room 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 booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Illinois Canyon Trailhead.

What can I see and do near Illinois Canyon Trailhead?

Create some family memories at Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Mix's Trading Post. Buffalo Rock State Park, Starved Rock State Park or August Hill Winery Tasting Room are some local sights worth checking out. LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum and Matthiessen State Park are both worth a visit while you're out exploring.

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Our top choices for Illinois Canyon Trailhead hotels

1. Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

3. Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

4. Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Starved Rock Area

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

7. Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area

8. Best Western Oglesby Inn

9. Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park

11. Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

12. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Peru - Lasalle Area by IHG

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Peru

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru

16. Relax Inn

17. Surrey Motel

18. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ottawa

19. Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park

20. Tourest Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Top Illinois Canyon Trailhead Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

Best Western Oglesby Inn

Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park

Surrey Motel

Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

Other attractions near Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Buffalo Rock State Park

Starved Rock State Park

Matthiessen State Park

Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park

Mix's Trading Post

LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum

August Hill Winery Tasting Room

Deer Park Country Club

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