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Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

Property class: 3

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Family fun with a Northwoods feel

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois brings a cozy, cabin-like Northwoods look to big family getaways in Gurnee, about an hour north of Chicago. Days revolve around the heated indoor water park, while the grand lobby’s fireplace sets an easy evening rhythm. When appetites hit, choices range from a hearty breakfast buffet to rustic small plates and craft cocktails.

  • Heated indoor water park

    80,000 square feet, kept at 84 degrees, reserved for registered guests.

  • Dining for every schedule

    From breakfast buffets to grab-and-go and relaxed evening options.

  • Quick access to Six Flags

    Just 2 miles east of Six Flags Great America.

Amenities

  • Live-action MagiQuest wand game throughout lodge
  • Nine-hole indoor mini golf with obstacles
  • Kid-friendly mini bowling with pint-sized lanes
  • Late-night arcade with racing and prizes
  • Seasonal outdoor pool with private cabanas
  • Suites with fridge, microwave, coffee maker
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Room options

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View all photos for Grizzly Bear Suite

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Grizzly Bear Suite

  • 774 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Family Suite

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a door leading to another room.

Deluxe Family Suite

  • 485 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Queen Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 369 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a TV, a desk, two beds, a window with curtains, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Family Suite

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 370 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Cabin Suite, Balcony/Patio

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Junior Cabin Suite, Balcony/Patio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 402 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Cabin Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Junior Cabin Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 402 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Wolf Den Suite, Balcony/Patio

A hotel room with a bed, a painting, a colorful tree-themed door, and a kitchenette area.

Wolf Den Suite, Balcony/Patio

  • 405 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a painting, a colorful tree-themed door, and a kitchenette area.

Wolf Den Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 405 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Gurnee is home to Great Wolf Lodge Illinois. Six Flags Great America is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Illinois Beach State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Great Wolf Lodge Water Park, or check out an event or a game at Waukegan BMX Track. Visit our Gurnee travel guide
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1700 Nations Dr, Gurnee, IL, 60031

What's nearby

  • A roller coaster in motion against a clear blue sky.
    Six Flags Great America
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Panoramic image of Chicago skyline at dusk, Illinois, USA.
    Naval Base Great Lakes
    12 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • A bird standing on wet sand with its reflection visible.
    Illinois Beach State Park
    17 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gurnee Mills
    2 min drive - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Grayslake Washington Street Station
    14 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    5 min drive
  • Royal Thai
    15 min walk
  • Macho Nacho
    6 min drive
  • Texas Roadhouse
    5 min drive
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    4 min drive

About this property

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

  • Family-friendly resort near Six Flags Great America
  • Located close to Gurnee Mills, Great Wolf Lodge Illinois provides golfing on site, free water park access, and a bowling alley. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Guests can also expect to find a poolside bar, mini golf and a coffee shop/cafe.
  • Additional perks include:
    • 6 indoor pools and a seasonal outdoor pool, along with a lazy river, a waterslide, and cabanas
    • Self parking (surcharge), laundry services, and meeting rooms
    • An elevator, a banquet hall, and a vending machine
    • Smoke-free premises, a gift shop, and ATM/banking services
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 414 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like safes and high-speed internet.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
    • Recycling, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 20 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

  • Self parking fee: USD 20 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to August
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Wolf Lodge Illinois have a pool?

Yes, this property has 6 Indoor pools, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool.

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

As of Aug 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois on Aug 25, 2026 start from $169, 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 Great Wolf Lodge Illinois pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 20 per day.

What time is check-in at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Wolf Lodge Illinois located?

This family-friendly Gurnee resort is within 2 mi (3 km) of Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Six Flags Great America. Gurnee Mills and Gold Pyramid House are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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