McHenry

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Where to stay in McHenry

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Pistakee Highlands

Pistakee Highlands might not have many top sights, but Jet Funn and Chain 'O Lakes State Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pistakee Highlands
Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva

Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva

3.5 out of 5
300 Wrigley Dr Lake Geneva WI
The price is HK$1,262 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
HK$1,262
HK$1,607 total
1 Jun - 2 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Lake Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,347 reviews)
"A"

Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva
Abbey Resort and Avani Spa

Abbey Resort and Avani Spa

3.5 out of 5
269 Fontana Boulevard Fontana WI
The price is HK$1,192 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
HK$1,192
HK$1,524 total
14 Jun - 15 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Fontana. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,900 reviews)
"We love staying at the Abbey resort. I has become one of our summer traditions. However this time was a little disappointing. Our room (along with rooms in our building) lost hot water for 24hrs or so, about halfway through our 2 night stay. It was difficult to shower the kids after the pool, and ..."

Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Abbey Resort and Avani Spa
Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

3 out of 5
1700 Nations Dr Gurnee IL
The price is HK$1,284 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
HK$1,284
HK$1,464 total
1 Jun - 2 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Gurnee. Enjoy 6 indoor pools, 5 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Was a nice place. A little over priced for food and activities but we like that the water park was included in the hotel stay."

Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois
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Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier

Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier

Johnsburg IL
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in McHenry. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and a pool table. Popular attractions Volo Bog State Natural Area and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"We rented this home for our kids’ prom weekend, and it could not have been more perfect. The house had absolutely everything we needed for the kids to have an amazing and memorable time. There was plenty of space for everyone to hang out, relax, and enjoy the weekend, and the property was clean, ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier
Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark

Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark

3.5 out of 5
7020 Grand Geneva Way Lake Geneva WI
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Lake Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,274 reviews)
"💚🤍❤️"

Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark
Mill Creek Hotel

Mill Creek Hotel

2.5 out of 5
123 Center Street Lake Geneva WI
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Lake Geneva. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Mill Creek Hotel
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Panorama of a field of Gayfeathers or Blazing Star wildflowers at Moraine Hills State Park in Illinois

Moraine Hills State Park

You can take time to visit Moraine Hills State Park during your travels to McHenry. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Moraine Hills State Park

Volo Auto Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Volo Auto Museum during your travels in Lakemoor. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Volo Auto Museum

Petersen Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Petersen Park Beach during your trip to McHenry? Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Petersen Park Beach

McHenry Shores Beach Park

Explore the great outdoors at McHenry Shores Beach Park, a lovely green space in McHenry. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

McHenry Shores Beach Park

McCullom Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at McCullom Lake during your travels in McHenry. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.

McCullom Lake

Stades Farm & Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at Stades Farm & Market during your visit to McHenry. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Stades Farm & Market
Scenic view of Crystal Lake in Alpine Lakes Wilderness Area

Crystal Lake

October Colors on a Wetland Pond

Ingleside

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