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Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

3.0 star property
Family-friendly resort with 5 restaurants and 6 indoor pools

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$356
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July

Explore the area

Map
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

View all photos for Suite, Balcony (Water Park Included-Grizzly Bear)

Suite, Balcony (Water Park Included-Grizzly Bear)

Suite, Balcony (Water Park Included-Grizzly Bear)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Balcony (Water Park Included)

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

Deluxe Suite, Balcony (Water Park Included)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, Balcony (Water Park Included)

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

Junior Suite, Balcony (Water Park Included)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite (Water Park Included)

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

Junior Suite (Water Park Included)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Suite, Balcony (Water Park Included-Wolf Den)

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

Suite, Balcony (Water Park Included-Wolf Den)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite (Water Park Included-Wolf Den)

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

Suite (Water Park Included-Wolf Den)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds (Water Park Included)

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

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds (Water Park Included)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Family Suite (Water Park Included)

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

Family Suite (Water Park Included)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Gurnee

A family-friendly stay in Gurnee awaits you at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois. You'll be steps from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Six Flags Great America. Highlights at this resort include 5 restaurants, 6 indoor swimming pools and a free water park. .The family restaurant, Campfire Kitchen, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Watering Hole is the resort's own bar. Enjoy the lazy river, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, kids' swimming pool and waterslide. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Gurnee resort, attractions include Naval Base Great Lakes and Lake Michigan.
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What's nearby

  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gurnee Mills - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 10 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Waukegan SportsPark - 14 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Lake Villa Station - 14 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare International 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 resort with 5 restaurants and 6 indoor pools
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/cafΘ and a nearby 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
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Games room or arcade
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Great Wolf Lodge Illinois offers 414 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet
  • Available in some public areas: High-speed internet

Parking and transport

  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Barnwood
  • Campfire Kitchen
  • Hungry As A Wolf
  • The Watering Hole
  • Timbers Tacos

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

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)

Accessibility

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

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LED TV

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

What is the cancellation policy at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

As of 1 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois on 9 Jul 2025 start from NZ$355.77, 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.

Is parking available at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

Yep, Great Wolf Lodge Illinois has a self car park for USD 19 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

The closest beach to Great Wolf Lodge Illinois is North Beach (10.8 km).

Does Great Wolf Lodge Illinois have a pool?

Take your pick from 6 indoor swimming pools, a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a cabana and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open from June to August.

Does Great Wolf Lodge Illinois have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What luxury perks are available at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois features 6 indoor pools, 5 restaurants and 2 bars.

Is Great Wolf Lodge Illinois family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, an arcade and free water park access, it's no surprise that Great Wolf Lodge Illinois is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

No, Great Wolf Lodge Illinois does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 5 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 563 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1008 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

Nancy

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

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness
Pool was nice breakfast should have been included for the price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ashlie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the experience just got thrown off by having to pay each night for parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lanita

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

Spring break

We had such a wonderful trip for my daughter and her friends! They had an absolute blast. The only thing I wished for was a few more outlets in the room for all their electronics. But aside from that little detail, everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Ly, Wauwatosa

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

bianca

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

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great fun
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara

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

2/10 Terrible

Ronisha

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Solian

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

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

8/10 Good

kim

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

10/10 Excellent

Katie, Wheeling

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darril

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place can’t get enough
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Yesica

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
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

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

Kids 3

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