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Motel Sun Inn

2.5 star property
Motel near Illinois Beach State Park in Winthrop Harbor

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Two comfortable beds with headboards and bedside tables, each with a lamp and a picture frame above.
Stroll through the serene hotel hallway, lined with lush greenery and a large mirror.
Guests can park their vehicles in the covered area, which offers easy access to the building.
Guests can enjoy serene waterfront views from the marina, surrounded by docked yachts.
Welcome to our hotel, where a beautifully lit archway leads to the main building with a flat roof and large windows.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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301 Sheridan Road, Winthrop Harbor, IL, 60096
  • Illinois Beach State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Carthage College
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Six Flags Great America
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Winthrop Harbor

In Winthrop Harbor .At this Winthrop Harbor motel, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Illinois Beach State Park and 9 miles (15 km) of Dinosaur Discovery Museum. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Kenosha Public Museum and Civil War Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Illinois Beach State Park - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Pleasant Prairie RecPlex - 15 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Carthage College - 17 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Bristol Renaissance Faire - 17 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Six Flags Great America - 26 min drive - 18.9 miles

Getting around

  • Winthrop Harbor Station - 14 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Johnny'Z Pour House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shirl's Drive in of Zion - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stone Creek Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Motel Sun Inn

Motel near Illinois Beach State Park in Winthrop Harbor
Motel Sun Inn offers its guests a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Winthrop Harbor motel.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Motel Sun Inn offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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, debit cards, and cash
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, Discover, debit cards, and cash.

Property is also known as

Sandpiper Inn Winthrop Harbor
Sandpiper Winthrop Harbor
Sun Inn Motel Winthrop Harbor
Sun Inn Motel
Sun Winthrop Harbor
Sun Inn Motel
Motel Sun Inn Motel
Motel Sun Inn Winthrop Harbor
Motel Sun Inn Motel Winthrop Harbor

Frequently asked questions

How close is Motel Sun Inn to the airport?

Motel Sun Inn is 13.2 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 Motel Sun Inn?

As of Jul 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel Sun Inn on Jul 24, 2025 start from $66.0, 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 Motel Sun Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel Sun Inn.

How close is Motel Sun Inn to the beach?

This motel is 2.2 mi (6-min drive) from North Point Marina Beach and 6.7 mi (11-min drive) from Eichelman Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Motel Sun Inn offer free breakfast?

Motel Sun Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Motel Sun Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but The Temporary by American Place (22-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Motel Sun Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Motel Sun Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Motel Sun Inn have a pool?

Motel Sun Inn does not have a pool.

Does Motel Sun Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Motel Sun Inn to downtown Winthrop Harbor?

Motel Sun Inn is 0.7 mi away from Winthrop Harbor.

Motel Sun Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 231 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 231 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 231 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 231 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 231 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute clean and relaxed place. And the staff was great and worked with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jair

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice staff, pleasant stay. Older aging building.

The staff was very friendly and courteous. The building is older and more of a beach house type place. It is showing some serious signs of age and could use some TLC.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very inexpensive hotel. I thought it would be a dive, but it wasn’t and it appears to me that the management really cares about their property.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennyfer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashlie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it felt very homey:) my friend n i loved it here for the night!! were coming BACK !<3
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owner so thirsty to keep deposit said I room smelled like smoke
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Franklin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Cliff

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic and convieniant. Soft comfortable bed. Room was clean. Check in staff fast and efficient. Good value vending machine. Great parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities are always clean and the lines and towels always smell clean and fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

SJ

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a nice neighborhood. There were a lot of guests at the hotel and it was very quiet, so that was great. Very comfortable mattress and pillows. But the faucet for the shower was damn near impossible to figure out. Took forever for the water to heat up, and then it was lukewarm at best. No drain plug for the tub. After a day of walking my feet were killing me and all I wanted to do was sit on the edge of the tub and soak by feet, but couldn't plug the drain and put hot water in the tub. Also the tv had very poor selection of channels. Mostly sports. I really wanted to give this little hotel a great rating because I love that idea that they're not owned by a multi-national conglomerate. I would give this place 5 stars if they had hot water and better tv channels. Nice little place for a good price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No official host at the front desk, have to dial 0 to get someone. Property is deteriorating the ceiling needs to be repaired in the room we stayed in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Staff & service
No ice machine
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

YESENIA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
When checking in, there was no one at the front desk. We had to call reception. The booking info said we would pay when we checked in, but we were charged before we got to the motel. Then when we did check in, they charged another $50 deposit, which was not mentioned in the booking info. My party had two rooms - one was clean, with vinyl floors, and smelled like a fresh cleaning solution. The other had carpet which seemed to hold in the smell of many cleanings and smoking and cleaning and smoking. The air smelled stale.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A good value for the price. The building is a bit run down but my room was clean, comfortable, and quiet and the manager was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024