Waterfront Hotel and Marina

2.0 star property
Riverfront hotel in McHenry with a marina
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Waterfront Hotel and Marina

Exterior
Standard Room
Lobby sitting area
Reception
Restaurant

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec

Explore the area

Map
3309 North Chapel Hill Road, Johnsburg, McHenry, IL, 60051-2919
  • Petersen Park Beach
    9 min drive
  • Half Time Bar & Grill
    10 min walk
  • McHenry Station
    8 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive)
    47 min drive

Room options

RiverView Queen

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

McHenry

Waterfront Hotel and Marina puts you in the centre of McHenry, 5.7 km (3.6 mi) from McBark Dog Park 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 Petersen Park Beach.

What's nearby

  • Petersen Park Beach - 9 min drive
  • Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital - 10 min drive
  • Volo Auto Museum - 11 min drive
  • Chain 'O Lakes State Park - 15 min drive
  • Wilmot Mountain - 19 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Half Time Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Buddyz Pizza - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Waterfront Hotel and Marina

Riverfront hotel in McHenry with a 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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • 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

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

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

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
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 and Discover. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector 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 23 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Hotel and Marina on 24 Dec 2024 start from AU$127.84, 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. 170 out of 385 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 385 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 385 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 385 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 385 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Scott

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Checking in was really easy and the staff is very friendly. Room was alright some small improvements would be better bed, if they would clean the spider webs around the balcony, and the water had a very harsh metal smell. If you are only staying for a few days don't shy away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay… will def come back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy bed and hot water. Over all nice stay with a great view of the river. Only complaint would be sliding glass doors need cleaned for a better view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was friendly. Property was quiet at night but not much around without driving. There isnt room service which is listed, both restaurants are closed. Property is kind of old, but clean. Great place for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, nice location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Greg or Pam, Rapid City

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very old facility that they are trying to renovate. The bathrooms were updated and clean and the bed was comfortable. The carpets were very dirty throughout the entire building. Front desk and staff is extremely limited and only there from 8 AM to 4 PM. If you want your room cleaned, more towels, or bedding changed, etc., you must tell them in advance or it does not happen. Staff was very friendly and helpful but limited. There is no restaurant or eating facility on site or even close. If they ever get it fixed up, I think it would be a nice place but as is, it needs a lot of help. It was an OK hotel for the price, but I would not go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kurtis

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Good just for a night sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very clean. The bed was harder than I am used to but it was still very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abelardo

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Loved the property being right on the water.Room was nice and clean..Slight patch work above our toilet in the ceiling was dripping..The vacant property next door would be a great hall as a suggestion.Unfortunately the bar and grill on the lower level of the hotel was closed from covid.Would love to see that reopen possibly..Marina was very nice also..Altho some docks are in need of repair.All together still enjoyed this place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Never Again
The room was dirty on check in, and was full of mold. Everything is dated but the water smelled like rust, the drains were all backed up and the carpet was sticky. If there was another place to go we would have checked out and gone there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Ann

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jesse

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit older but very clean! Was a great stay. It's right on the river. Quiet and relaxing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

britney

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was closed for cleaning, had almost the whole place to ourselves
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

brenda

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
no restaurant as advertised lots of bugs in room.How do i get a refund
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Nawal

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Waterfront hotel and Marina was obviously not a brand new property, but it was well maintained, clean, and very conveniently located for my purposes. There were plenty of nearby places to eat (or shop, if that's what was important). I'd consider returning if I ever go back to that area again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024