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Waterfront Hotel and Marina

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A hotel entrance with a brick facade and a sign reading "Waterfront Hotel & Marina".
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 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 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
The current price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 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
(22 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

McHenry

Waterfront Hotel and Marina puts you in the centre of McHenry, 1.7 km (1 mi) from Pistakee Lake and 6.2 km (3.8 mi) from Volo Bog State Natural Area. Highlights at this hotel include a marina and in-room balconies. .This hotel offers a terrace, a picnic area and express check-in. Plus you'll find express check-out and a television in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this McHenry hotel include Moraine Hills State Park and Nippersink Lake.

What's nearby

  • Pistakee Lake - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gurnee Mills - 27 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Geneva Lake - 29 min drive - 45.1 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 29 min drive - 36.1 km
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 34 min drive - 42.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Chocolate Factory - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-Fil-A® - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Waterfront Hotel and Marina

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 a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

We should mention

  • One child aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Waterfront Hotel and Marina?

Waterfront Hotel and Marina offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Hotel and Marina?

As of 13 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Hotel and Marina on 15 Oct 2026 start from NZ$166, 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 Waterfront Hotel and Marina?

Yep, Waterfront Hotel and Marina has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Waterfront Hotel and Marina?

The closest beach to Waterfront Hotel and Marina is Petersen Park Beach (4.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waterfront Hotel and Marina?

No, Waterfront Hotel and Marina does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waterfront Hotel and Marina?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Waterfront Hotel and Marina?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Waterfront Hotel and Marina Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 216 out of 490 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 490 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 490 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 490 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 490 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice place to stay without breaking the bank. Easy drive to Richmond, McHenry or even Crystal Lake. Parking was fine and the view was nice.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All is Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Location was wonderful. Staff was fine. Needs to be updated. Good value for the money
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had spiders/webs in corner, toilet seat was not fully screwed to toilet, extremely small TV had picture 3-4 inches smaller than screen, door to porch had foggy glass, paint/cement on porch was all peeling. We decided to leave and drive home after supper.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Everything was ok except for the water, very strong sulphur smell. Could barely bathe in it and absolutely would not drink it. River view was nice but I was the only guest in the hotel for two days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is old & run down. Old dirty carpet, bathtub was gross. Water came out brown to start, then cleared. Water smells of rotten eggs. Desk person was impersonal. Wave bar is permanently closed, but no mention on their website. Avoid if possible, will never stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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

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

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

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

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