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Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

3.0 star property
Families find adventure at every turn with bowling alleys, poolside cabanas, and a wealth of activities that create lasting memories together

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Located steps from Gurnee Mills, Great Wolf Lodge Illinois offers a full family resort experience with on-site golf, mini golf, six indoor pools, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Enjoy five restaurants with international cuisine and a coffee shop for quick pick-me-ups.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is HK$931
HK$1,061 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar

Room options

View all photos for Suite, Balcony (Water Park Included-Grizzly Bear)

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Suite, Balcony (Water Park Included-Grizzly Bear)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen 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)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)

Highlights

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Gurnee is home to Great Wolf Lodge Illinois. MainStreet Libertyville and Cuneo Mansion and Gardens are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Raven Glen Forest Preserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Six Flags Great America, or check out an event or a game at Tempel Lipizzans. Visit our Gurnee travel guide
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1700 Nations Dr, Gurnee, IL, 60031

What's nearby

  • Six Flags Great America featuring rides
    Six Flags Great America
    2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gurnee Mills
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Launch Family Entertainment
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Naval Base Great Lakes
    9 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Round Lake Beach Station
    13 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    5 min drive
  • Portillo's
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    11 min walk
  • Steak 'n Shake
    4 min drive
  • Texas Roadhouse
    5 min drive

About this property

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

Family-friendly resort near Six Flags Great America
Take advantage of golfing on-site, free water park access and a bowling alley at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois. 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), a 24-hour front desk and a lift
  • Smoke-free property, laundry services and a vending machine
  • A gift shop, meeting rooms and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 414 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as safes and high-speed Internet.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • Recycling, fridges 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 transport

  • Parking on site (USD 19 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

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.
  • 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 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: USD 19 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
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

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)

Property is also known as

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Resort Gurnee
KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark Resort
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 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 4 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois on 2 Mar 2026 start from HK$931.05, excluding 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 at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois?

Self-parking is available for USD 19 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?

Checkout 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 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 578 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and the family have a blast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Angelita

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The rooms needed more deep cleaning a lot of dusted on the furnitures.. Staff very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff, great food!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Octaviona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was sweet room was clean and neat
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Djordje

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is great, Diviana at front desk was super nice and polite. She explained everything. Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place kids loved it will be back soon. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Volodymyr

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was faster then expected, which we were excited, clan rooms, a lot of activities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay staff was very friendly and helpful! We had a blast while there only complaint would be the breakfast it was buffet style but food was cold.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Kid friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty easy, check-in, nice and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was beautiful and very helpful light and friendly. The hotel was very clean water park and arcade was really fun and joyous!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bailey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked how there was places there to eat, and everything was all close together defiantly was worth the money.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place for a family vacations
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josetta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service and had fun
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Good staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family fun

Excellent location to enjoy family fun in the cool months.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time… I like that the resort was family friendly and very interactive and that the stayed open late… would definitely recommend….
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Kids loved the waterpark
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

It was accommodating. Great place for kids. Fun times
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sulema

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Lovely place for family and friends to visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was nice my kids enjoyed themselves we will be going back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jacyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice

Very clean, and the kids had a lot of fun
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

JESSICA

Kids had lots of fun!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025