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Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

3.0 star property
Family-friendly resort with 5 restaurants and 6 indoor pools
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Children's area
Water park
Suite, Balcony (Water Park Included-Grizzly Bear)
Property entrance
Children's play area - indoor

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
1700 Nations Dr, Gurnee, IL, 60031
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    1 min walk
  • Gurnee Mills
    4 min drive
  • Six Flags Great America
    5 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    38 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)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
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)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
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 Gurnee Mills.
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What's nearby

  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 1 min walk
  • Gurnee Mills - 4 min drive
  • Six Flags Great America - 5 min drive
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 11 min drive
  • Lake County Fairgrounds - 15 min drive

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

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 15 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

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

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 15 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
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 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

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Resort Gurnee
Resort Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Gurnee
Gurnee Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Resort
KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark Resort
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Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Resort
Resort Great Wolf Lodge Illinois
Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Gurnee
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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 4 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois on 8 Dec 2024 start from AU$319.07, 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 15 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

The closest beach to Great Wolf Lodge Illinois is Independence Grove Beach (8.1 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. 488 out of 881 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 881 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 881 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 881 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 881 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

2/10 Terrible

Cheryl

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed here before but this trip was terrible. Somehow they added multiple room & parking charges to my credit card (which was fully paid for before I arrived). Also, bought lunch for small children, stopped to buy an alcoholic drink, and their card reader wasn't working. After 30 mins. of waiting for them to get the card reader to work & asking a Supervisor numerous times just to give me the drink free so I could feed my kids, they charged me for the drink and all my food WAS NOW COLD!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed everything about Great Wolf Lodge. The only disadvantage was that they accept no cash what so ever in the entire lodge, except at the money into debit card "ready card" machine that I later found out is only redeemable to use your reloaded cash at the lodge it self! Be warned! Be prepared! Other than that would and will go again!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean, Kirkville

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of fun, just wish there wasnt the initial hiccup from Expedia not paying them 🙄. Still waiting on my refund from Expedia, but not the hotel's fault. The hotel staff were very accommodating and helped us figure out how to proceed with check in. Lots of fun things for the kids to do! Waterpark was so much fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kamil

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the indoor swimming pool
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

CATHERINE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything I expected
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time at hotel and water park. Lots to do for kids.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elvira, Cicero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a perfect summer weekend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Camisha

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

8/10 Good

Lakesha

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So much fun for three whole family! Would go again for a Family vacation!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doruk

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Chengen

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

Travelled with family
For a big hotel it was very clean.We loved the pool.We had a good time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

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

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little indoor waterpark! Great for a night!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Niel

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only three things not okay. Bathroom door is not easy to open and creaking loudly, sofa bed mattress is uncomfortable, and it’s too humid inside the waterpark that several times I feel like I’m going to pass out. I went to the restroom several times just to shower with cold water. All the rest are great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

danielle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff that was friendly, helpful and mindful of safety at all times. A father noticed a broke bolt head on a waterslide and the staff quickly found a solution. They communicated effectively to each other in a calm manner and got the issue solved. On our departure cleaning staff was so friendly even thanking us for our stay. My go-to place for family fun under 1 roof. Seeing my 6 year daughter take the rope obstacle course to the 40 foot up top was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024