Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

3.0 star property
Family-friendly resort with 5 restaurants, near Six Flags Great America

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

Explore a forest-inspired play area with a wooden play structure, rope bridge, slide, and climbing elements on a lush artificial turf surface.
Relax in a welcoming space with sofas, chairs, and a stone fireplace, surrounded by natural materials.
Exposed beams support a spacious interior with a suspended shelving unit and comfortable seating area.
Enjoy thrilling water slides and play structures at this indoor water park.
Cozy gathering space with a warm fireplace, wooden benches, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
Just steps from Gurnee Mills, Great Wolf Lodge Illinois invites families to a resort experience. Enjoy golfing on site, mini golf fun, and a water park adventure with access to 6 indoor pools and a seasonal outdoor pool. With multiple dining options including international cuisine at the 5 on-site restaurants or grab coffee from the coffee shop/cafe.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 5 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • 6 indoor pools and lazy river
  • Free water park
  • Self parking
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Waterslide
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Laundry service
$189 nightly
The total price is $215
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

Grizzly Bear Suite - Waterpark Included

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Family Suite - Waterpark Included

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Junior Cabin Suite Balcony - Waterpark Included

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Junior Cabin Suite - Waterpark Included

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Wolf Den Suite Balcony - Waterpark Included

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Wolf Den Suite - Waterpark Included

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Queen Suite - Waterpark Included

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Family Suite - Waterpark Included

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Similar properties

Mod logo
Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures!

About the neighborhood

Map
1700 Nations Dr, Gurnee, IL, 60031

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

  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 21 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 27 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 38 min drive
  • Lake Villa Station - 14 min drive
  • Libertyville Station - 15 min drive
  • Grayslake Prairie Crossing Station - 16 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

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois features a free water park and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Six Flags Great America and Gurnee Mills. After a dip in one of 6 indoor pools, guests can grab a bite to eat at Campfire Kitchen, one of 5 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There are 2 bars/lounges, a lazy river, and in-room conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 414 units
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 19 per day)
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 5 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Free water park access
  • Children's pool
  • Mini golf
  • Lazy river
  • Bowling alley

What to do

  • Bowling alley
  • Golfing
  • Mini golf
  • Rope course

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry service
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • 6 indoor pools
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free water park
  • Arcade/game room
  • Lazy river
  • Waterslide
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

Campfire Kitchen - This family restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Barnwood - This family restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Hungry As A Wolf - This family restaurant specializes in pizza. Open daily.
The Watering Hole - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Timbers Tacos - This family restaurant specializes in Tex-Mex cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 19 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from June to August

Policies

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.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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
Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Resort Gurnee
Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Resort
Resort Great Wolf Lodge Illinois
Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Gurnee
Great Wolf Illinois Gurnee
Great Wolf Illinois Gurnee
Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Resort
Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Gurnee
Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Resort Gurnee

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Wolf Lodge Illinois offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Great Wolf Lodge Illinois does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

Yes, there are 6 indoor pools, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 19 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

No, this resort doesn't have a casino, but The Temporary by American Place (8-min drive) and Lucky Strike Gaming & Lounge (17-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois and nearby?

Onsite recreation at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois includes bowling. Go for a swim in one of the 6 indoor swimming pools or use the resort's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a lazy river. Great Wolf Lodge Illinois also has an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

Yes, there are 5 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine.

What's the area around Great Wolf Lodge Illinois like?

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois is located a short 1-minute walk from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Children
Room
Service staff
Family friendly
Water park
Food
Drinks
Breakfast
Parking
Water

What guests liked

  • The pool area offered a fun experience with amenities like the wave pool, obstacle course, and lazy river. (7 reviews)
AI Sparkle IconFrom real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Family resort
Tatiana, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Loved the waterpark, restaurant options and customer service.
Jaqueline, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Rented a two bedroom suite and it was absolutely perfect for 6 people. We love coming here for a one or two day quick trip.
Ami, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Everything and everyone was great!
Sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This was a first time visit for our family and everything was absolutely fantastic!
Zachary, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We had so much fun!
Sophia, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff was beautiful and very helpful light and friendly. The hotel was very clean water park and arcade was really fun and joyous!
Jessica, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice room. Good staff
Deborah D., 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing place for children!! I have to say it’s expensive but they let you take your own food and drinks! Giselle the manager on duty was very helpful and understanding since we were driving for almost 25 hrs from Texas with 3 kiddos and a baby!
petty, 6-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great
Jorge, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Pleasant family retreat
Nayeli, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This kids loved the waterpark.
Thomas M, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The best hotel I have stayed in by far. Worth every single penny the amount of activities they have for the kids included and everything you might need right in the property no need to even go anywhere else. I will definitely book with them again and again. In love with the hotel. Dunkin, restaurant, Ice cream shop, pizza shop, build a bear, rock climbing so much I can keep going. Don’t think about it twice just book.
The entrance
Activity schedule always posted.
View to the water park
Karina, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was an overall good experience
Dena, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great customer service and had fun
Josetta, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Everything
Terell, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Cool
Alice, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was amazing
jenipher, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Kids had lots of fun!
JESSICA, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was a great experience for me and my family, the indoor water park was awesome and loved everything about it, we had so much fun and definitely would go again.
Sulema, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing stay
Michael, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Kids loved the waterpark
Sarah, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Our room bands did not work to open door upon check-in. went back and was treated royally by Katie. Sofa bed in room was very uncomfortable. sheets were not left in room for sofa bed. Resort was much cleaner than the last time we went there.😊 feel parking fee is not necessary, prices are expensive enough. seems a little over the top.
jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing time we’ll worth the price
Charity, 1-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Lied about taking my deposit, over $600 and no one can find where it went. Cool.
Andre, 2-night trip