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Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

855-229-5934
1700 Nations Dr, Gurnee, IL, US
4.2Very Good
Hotel amenities
Pool
Non-Smoking
Parking

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About this property

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois is a family-friendly resort in Gurnee, situated within a 5-minute drive of Six Flags Great America and Gurnee Mills. Located 7.1 miles from Lake Michigan and 8.8 miles from Naval Base Great Lakes, the property provides convenient access to regional attractions while offering on-site entertainment. Chicago O'Hare Airport is 33 miles away, with taxi service available.

All 414 suites feature air conditioning, refrigerators, and LED televisions. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers, while rooms are equipped with safes, microwaves, and phones with complimentary local calling. Guest comfort ratings average 4.3 out of 5.

The resort houses five restaurants, including Campfire Kitchen serving international cuisine, plus a coffee shop and snack bar. A poolside bar and two additional bars/lounges offer beverages throughout the property. Room service operates 24 hours daily. Recreation amenities span six indoor pools, a complimentary water park with waterslides, and a lazy river. The property also features miniature golf, a bowling alley, a ropes course, an arcade/game room, gift shops, a banquet hall with meeting spaces, and pool cabanas available for an additional charge.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM. The property is smoke-free, wheelchair accessible, and welcomes service animals. Pets are not permitted. Self-parking is available for a surcharge. With an overall guest rating of 4.2 out of 5 and an 86.5% recommendation rate, Great Wolf Lodge Illinois delivers consistent hospitality for families and group travelers.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Great Wolf Lodge Illinois in Gurnee, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Six Flags Great America and Gurnee Mills. This family-friendly resort is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Lake Michigan and 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from Naval Base Great Lakes.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Six Flags Great America - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
60 to Escape - 3.3 km / 2 mi
Gurnee Mills - 3.3 km / 2 mi
Gold Pyramid House - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Launch Family Entertainment - 3.9 km / 2.5 mi
The Temporary by American Place - 7.5 km / 4.6 mi
The People's Choice Family Fun Center - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi
American Place Casino - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Bowlero Waukegan - 8.6 km / 5.3 mi
College of Lake County - 9.4 km / 5.8 mi
University Center of Lake County - 10 km / 6.2 mi
Visual Arts Center - 10.1 km / 6.2 mi
Encore Events North Shore - 10.5 km / 6.5 mi
Genesee Theater - 10.6 km / 6.6 mi

The nearest airports are:
Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 28 km / 17.4 mi
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 38.7 km / 24 mi
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 53 km / 33 mi

The preferred airport for Great Wolf Lodge Illinois is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 414 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and microwaves, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Enjoy international cuisine at Campfire Kitchen, one of the resort's 5 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges.

Amenities & features

Dip into one of the 6 indoor pools or enjoy other recreational amenities including a complimentary water park and a lazy river. This resort also features an arcade/game room, gift shops/newsstands, and a banquet hall.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, ATM/banking services, and an elevator. Event facilities at this resort consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Getting here

Chicago O'Hare Airport: 33 miles Chicago Midway International Airport: 54 miles General Mitchell International Airport (Milwaukee): 42 miles Taxi available at a charge
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Great Wolf Resorts charges a nightly resort fee to all room reservations in order to provide additional services that are often charged individually by other resorts. This fee covers services such as wireless internet, self-parking, fitness center access, in-room coffee, life jackets , access to fax, local phone calls, concierge service and wolf ears for children 12 and under. Towels in the water park are included but are subject to a fee if not returned.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
  • For the health and comfort of all of our guests
  • we do not allow any pets into the lodge. Service animals as defined by the ADA are allowed in all areas of the resort. For the health and safety of our guests
  • service animals are not allowed in the pools and attractions of the water park. Cleaning fees may be added for damages to the room.
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets not allowed

Fees & policies

  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per day

Know before you go

  • The seasonal pool will be open from June to August.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).