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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
Lobby
Lobby
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1700 Nations Dr, Gurnee, IL, 60031
  • Place, Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Gurnee Mills
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Six Flags Great America
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Grizzly Bear Suite - Waterpark Included

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Deluxe Family Suite - Waterpark Included

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Deluxe Queen Suite - Waterpark Included

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Family Suite - Waterpark Included

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Junior Cabin Suite Balcony - Waterpark Included

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Junior Cabin Suite - Waterpark Included

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Wolf Den Suite Balcony - Waterpark Included

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Wolf Den Suite - Waterpark Included

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin 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).
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What's nearby

  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gurnee Mills - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Six Flags Great America - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 10 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Waukegan SportsPark - 14 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Royal Thai - ‬15 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.

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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 19 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 at the property

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 19 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois on Oct 27, 2025 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 19 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. 570 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1000 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

Derek Lyle

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aeron

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel I have stayed in by far. Worth every single penny the amount of activities they have for the kids included and everything you might need right in the property no need to even go anywhere else. I will definitely book with them again and again. In love with the hotel. Dunkin, restaurant, Ice cream shop, pizza shop, build a bear, rock climbing so much I can keep going. Don’t think about it twice just book.
The entrance
Activity schedule always posted.
View to the water park
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had an issue with getting my room when i checked in at 4pm. Had to wait 30 mins to get a room. We also woke up to water all over the floor in bathroom. Leaky room upstairs? Let them know. No one came by to check it out while we were there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andre

Lied about taking my deposit, over $600 and no one can find where it went. Cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the waterpark, restaurant options and customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ladarius

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Loved the property but the reservation agents at front desk need to be trained better my credit card on file at property for incidentals was charged for the whole trip again and for parking and a dinning package that I pre paid in cash upon arrival, just stressful speaking to a few people who really didn’t know what they were suppose to do and a Manet who would not come out of office to address my concerns.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had so much fun!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family resort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

tamica, port washigton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shawn

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Dustin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

petty

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place for children!! I have to say it’s expensive but they let you take your own food and drinks! Giselle the manager on duty was very helpful and understanding since we were driving for almost 25 hrs from Texas with 3 kiddos and a baby!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyron

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Klara

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this place as a little weekend getaway with the kiddos. Pros: registration was easy, parking was easy, the wolf ears are adorable, fun free activities for the kids in the lobby, food options in the resort so you don’t have to leave. Cons: 20 dollar parking per night per car. With rates this high that was a little crazy. Cleanliness could be improved. Found a sock in our closet and Tami’s under the bed. Water parks were plenty for us, just wish there was a bit more outside. Found an eyelash and a braid in the water. Is there a dress code? Patrons were wearing thongs around kids. No microwaves in the rooms. Again at this price- really? With kids? With all that said, I would visit again- maybe not this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Pei yu

Not so clean in room. Checkin wasnt available even we told will be ready no later than 4pm. I went back 401pm and staff still told room not available. Don't get me wrong...we were there 3pm which 1 hour early so when they told me we need wait till 4pm. Which we completely ok with that. But once after 4pm i said hell no. We want our room immediately then staff said ok. I was like wth
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Claresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was beautiful and very helpful light and friendly. The hotel was very clean water park and arcade was really fun and joyous!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Good staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jamie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

JaMese

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025