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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
Lobby
6 indoor pools, seasonal outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge)
Grizzly Bear Suite - Waterpark Included | Balcony view
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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

Room options

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Grizzly Bear Suite - Waterpark Included | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Grizzly Bear Suite - Waterpark Included

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

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Deluxe Family Suite - Waterpark Included | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Deluxe Family Suite - Waterpark Included

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

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

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

Deluxe Queen Suite - Waterpark Included

  • 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

  • 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).
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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

  • ‪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

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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 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 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 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
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 Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois on Jun 2, 2025 start from $199.0, 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. 557 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1003 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

Kellie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a weekend vacation especially with small kids. We can not wait to come stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lakeisha

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

10/10 Excellent

Jorge, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always enjoy my stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated that the water park was big enough not to be overly crowded
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time… I like that the resort was family friendly and very interactive and that the stayed open late… would definitely recommend….
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

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

Kids 3

Kids enjoyed everything and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Brittany

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Rachel

Traveled with family
Wasnt ready at 4
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great. The hotel was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Great and so massively expensive

It was so fun. The beds are like a bad joke. They are incredibly bad! But otherwise the place is perfect for a get away with little kids. Our room has a kids room in IT and or daughters were in heaven. We were particularly helped by: Asher H., Avery, Brendan and Omar. Such lovely staff. The biggest demerit is they started charging for parking when there’s no other way to get there. It’s such a clear cash grab when it’s already a kiddie casino.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deana

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Water park
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIA

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyeshawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Paula, Janesville

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Likes: 1) The property is easy to locate, and the facility is clean. 2) I like the fact that the waterpark can be used all day on the day of a stay check-in, and the day of check-out. 3) The stores for merchandise have a good selection and easy check-out. 4) I love the large number of carts at the front entrance for luggage movement. Dislikes: 1) The front desk staff would niot let me check in under my wife's reservation, even though I made the reservation with my Expedia account and used my credit card to hold the reservation. Married couples should be able to check in with either person. 2) The fountain drink system at the food areas in the water park is ridiculous, and should be abandoned. The cup scanners were not all functioning, and even when they did, the drink spouts were not all working. When we tried to switch to a different drink, it would not allow us to do that, or to re-scan the cup. If losses on fountain drinks are such an issue, which I doubt, the drink prices could be raised a little to compensate for that, or all of the drinks could be poured in the back by staff, but the current system is clumsy for large groups, does not function well and is overall poor. I have not seen that system anywhere else, and that is likely for a good reason. 3) The elevators are slow, and there are not enough for such a large place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice water park and lots of activities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Vicente

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
all good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

mirian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024