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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near The Temporary by American Place in Waukegan

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Suite, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Indoor pool
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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611 Lakehurst Rd, Waukegan, IL, 60085
  • Place, Bowlero Waukegan
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Temporary by American Place
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, American Place Casino
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 402 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 402 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 402 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 402 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)
  • 402 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Waukegan

In Waukegan .A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of The Temporary by American Place and 6 miles (10 km) of Naval Base Great Lakes. Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science and Six Flags Great America are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Bowlero Waukegan - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Temporary by American Place - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • American Place Casino - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Six Flags Great America - 6 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • North Chicago Station - 11 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Pita - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG

Hotel near The Temporary by American Place in Waukegan
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG also features multilingual staff, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Waukegan hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 96 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG offers 96 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

This Waukegan hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Waukegan
Holiday Inn Express Waukegan
Waukegan Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Waukegan Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Suites Waukegan

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG is 20.2 mi (25-min drive) away from the Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 5.5 mi (13-min drive) from Independence Grove Beach and 7 mi (29-min drive) from North Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but The Temporary by American Place (8-min walk) and American Place Casino (9-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG to downtown Waukegan?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG is 3.4 mi away from Waukegan.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 652 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Darice

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel is a little dated and may have a small bug problem
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominga

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was extremely friendly. Clean rooms, clean hotel in general. Good breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Leigha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vendetta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall everything was great. I think breakfast should have meat that isn’t all pork. Everyone doesn’t eat pork. Be considerate.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hannelore, Chatsworth

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The AC keeps going cool. It was so cold. But place was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle, Fairmont

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sid, Quitman

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfest was great. The lady doing the Breakfest was great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela

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

Slow draining shower

The tub was very very very slow to drain. About 4" of water in the tub after a shower. Room needed some basic upkeep and tlc- walls chipped, paint chipped, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

shaun michael

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A l l good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gregg

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

10/10 Excellent

Braden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

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

PIR and Close to RTC! PERFECT STAY!

If you’re going to Chi for PIR, this is a GREAT location! I’m from Florida and was SHOCKED at how nice everyone was everywhere we went. The hotel is clean and 12 minutes from RTC. Surrounded by many shops, restaurants, Walmart, dollar tree, and Sarges Dinner location. Safe, great breakfast, steaming of the graduation in the dining room for those that don’t have a ticket, a hot dog social for families after the graduation when you take your Sailor to the room to rest/change to Civies. Can’t say enough! Don’t hesitate, just BOOK and grab your door decor at the dollar tree down the block! Congrats!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tylek

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would have liked to have been able to swim early in the morning. Great breakfast!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

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

Worst stay ever!!!!

This was a family gathering once every blue moon. But my time was ruined once I stepped foot on and in this hotel. Your hotel had a bunch of people just barbecuing by the front door like it’s there house or something. Im pretty sure that goes against your safety precautions. The Room I received was a Double bed i requested a king bed. Just one bed not two! There was no housekeeping. I had to go downstairs to grab my own towels and sheets. What kind of business are you guys running here!!!I called ahead of time and requested to use your jacuzzi. And the jets weren’t even working correctly. The main reason why I even came to this hotel in the first place!!!! this experience wasn’t what I was expecting and to top it all off there was no air at night due to the power outage you guys had. Im not satisfied with my experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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

You get what you pay for!!

It was lovely!! Very clean breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025