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Waterfront Hotel and Marina

2.0 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring McHenry

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A hotel entrance with a brick facade and a sign reading "Waterfront Hotel & Marina".
A room with two leather armchairs, a small table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a staircase.
A marina with several boats docked, a wooden pier, and a building with signage in the background.
A reception area with a sign for 'Waterfront Hotel & Marina', a reception desk, a red leather chair, and a small table with a decorative item.
A hotel named 'Waterfront' with a modern design, featuring a brick facade and a balcony with a railing.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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3309 North Chapel Hill Road, Johnsburg, McHenry, IL, 60051-2919
  • Place, Pistakee Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Six Flags Great America
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Naval Base Great Lakes
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed abstract artwork on the wall, and a patterned bedspread.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed artworks on the wall.

RiverView Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

McHenry

City center stay.Stay at this McHenry hotel and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Pistakee Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Volo Bog State Natural Area. Moraine Hills State Park and Petersen Park Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Pistakee Lake - 1 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Gurnee Mills - 27 min drive - 21.3 miles
  • Geneva Lake - 28 min drive - 28.0 miles
  • Six Flags Great America - 29 min drive - 22.5 miles
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 34 min drive - 26.4 miles

Getting around

  • McHenry Station - 8 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-Fil-A® - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Waterfront Hotel and Marina

Hotel perfectly located for exploring McHenry
Waterfront Hotel and Marina offers its guests a marina. Waterfront Hotel and Marina also features a terrace, a picnic area, and express check-in. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this McHenry hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Waterfront Hotel and Marina offers 23 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 7 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher
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, and Discover. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 7 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Waterfront Hotel McHenry
Waterfront McHenry

Frequently asked questions

How close is Waterfront Hotel and Marina to the airport?

Waterfront Hotel and Marina is 30.2 mi (44-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 Waterfront Hotel and Marina?

As of Aug 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Hotel and Marina on Aug 13, 2026 start from $99, including 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 Waterfront Hotel and Marina have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Waterfront Hotel and Marina.

How close is Waterfront Hotel and Marina to the beach?

This hotel is 4.2 mi (9-min drive) from Petersen Park Beach and 11 mi (18-min drive) from Jones Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Waterfront Hotel and Marina offer free breakfast?

Waterfront Hotel and Marina does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfront Hotel and Marina?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Lucky Strike Gaming & Lounge (22-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Hotel and Marina?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterfront Hotel and Marina?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Waterfront Hotel and Marina have a pool?

Waterfront Hotel and Marina does not have a pool.

Does Waterfront Hotel and Marina have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Waterfront Hotel and Marina to downtown McHenry?

Waterfront Hotel and Marina is 0.4 mi away from Johnsburg.

Waterfront Hotel and Marina Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 478 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 478 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 478 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 478 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 478 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marshaila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The location was great for us, and the gentleman who ran the front desk was incredibly helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was as expected and the customer service was phenomenal!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent and the rooms clean. They could use better pillows but otherwise we would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gary is amazing. great value for what it is
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night nice and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent owners clean room. Don’t hesitate to stay here it is wallet friendly and well managed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The egg smelling water is terrible. But the ice machine must have had a filter because it was ok. We went to the store and bought drinking water. There is a broken hand rail on the stairs leading into the hotel which could be hazardous if you didn't notice it. Bring your own bath towels, they are thin and small. If you have a river view it is nice. Nice mini frig that was cold and a nice microwave. Decent value for what you get.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Staff & service
Great front desk staff. Easy check-in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay… will def come back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gary is great. Always attentive and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and good price. Helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

The manager is amazing and super communicative. The location is perfect, easy access to many different areas. Could use some updating and some deep cleaning, but overall a great hotel. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is a nice hotel, nothing fancy but it was very clean. Check-in was fast and staff were very pleasant. Bed was hard but that is a personal thing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Phyllis

It was great for an over night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paulette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay loved the price and the view of the river
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Staff & service
WiFi and decor could be better. Heater/AC was under desk.. fairly comfortable and good value
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very pleasant experience and look forward to staying here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice older place.

Cool little hotel nice Mexican restaurant across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, nice location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JENIFER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

will for sure stay here again

Great little hotel, check in was a breeze, room was exceptionally clean & quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Amenities
The view was nice. Staff great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy and secure. Room was clean. Air conditioner worked well but was quite loud when in was running. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable about the surrounding area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff. It was ver clean, needs some updating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely little place, excellent staff

This property was a great find. It’s a nice little hotel with a great location. Staff was excellent and very friendly. Only issue was that the wifi wasn’t working, but they are working on a system upgrade and expect this to resolve soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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