Escape to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan, an IHG Hotel near Six Flags Great America. Unwind in the spa tub or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool after a day of adventure. With free breakfast buffet, 24-hour gym and business center, you'll feel energized and connected.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Pool
Connecting rooms available
Gym
Non-smoking
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Indoor pool
24-hour fitness centre
Hot tub
Business centre
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Reception fireplace
Front desk safe
Snack bar/deli
ATM/banking services
Vending machine
Feel at home (6)
Free cots/infant beds
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
The current price is NZ$229
NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Room options
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Standard Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
37 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
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The Temporary by American Place - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Naval Base Great Lakes - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
Six Flags Great America - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
Gurnee Mills - 8 min drive - 9.6 km
Getting around
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 25 min drive
Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 31 min drive
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive
North Chicago Station - 8 min drive
North Chicago Great Lakes Station - 12 min drive
Grayslake Station - 14 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Culver's - 7 min walk
Potestas Pizza - 4 min drive
Panda Express - 4 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 5 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG puts you within a 10-minute drive of Naval Base Great Lakes and Six Flags Great America. Guests can take a morning swim in at the indoor pool, and the Hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. A 24-hour fitness centre and a snack bar/deli are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
96 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol served on site
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
LED light bulbs
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
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, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Also known as
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Waukegan
Holiday Inn Express Waukegan
Waukegan Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Waukegan Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Suites Waukegan
Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG?
You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but The Temporary by American Place (8-min walk) and Lucky Strike Gaming & Lounge (21-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG and nearby?
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre, as well as a hot tub.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG is a short 8-minute walk from The Temporary by American Place and 3 minutes' walk from Bowlero Waukegan.
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Room
Breakfast
Location
Family friendly
Bed
Children
Hot Tub
Bathroom
Restaurant
What guests liked
Breakfast was plentiful, hot, and delicious with a wide variety of options. (58 reviews)
The property is surrounded by many different food places, offering convenient access to various dining options. (7 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
1 June 2025
Comfortable and staff was great
Maria
Maria, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 May 2025
Best hotel!
I’ve stayed here twice now and i’m about to book my third stay I absolutely love this hotel the breakfast is so good and i love the pool!
Zajira
Zajira, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
14 June 2025
The hotel was is terrible condition. The bed was comfortable and the shower was hot.
Ellen
Ellen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 April 2025
Nice hotel
Clean and comfortable rooms
Krystal
Krystal, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 February 2025
Great stay!
Alexandra
Alexandra, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 May 2025
Nice stay
The suite was was roomy, clean and well cared for. The guest services was very good and accommodated need for extra towels, toilet paper etc. The breakfast buffet was very good and the room had adequate tables and seating. We also enjoyed the pool, hot tub and fitness room. Everyone was very polite and it was a great place to bring and honor our Navy graduate.
Joyce
Joyce, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 March 2025
Close to naval base, food and shopping. Very convenient location for our trip.
KEVIN
KEVIN, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 February 2025
Staff was friendly, variety of complimentary breakfast items
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 March 2025
Great pool!
Abel
Abel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 March 2025
Everything was great!
Russ
Russ, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 March 2025
We enjoyed our stay! The breakfasts were very tasty and hot! The rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable! Only complaint was the pool was not warm so we did not swim.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 January 2025
Very nice hotel clean, and it was close to the casino
LINDA
LINDA, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 February 2025
Good place to rest. Accessible to food places and shops.
Tirsa
Tirsa, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 January 2025
Very accommodating for military families, I would definitely recommend this place to other families
Michelle
Michelle, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 March 2025
My room was beautiful and the staff were so friendly. Breakfast was good and the hotel was very clean. Pool area was a little on the smaller size and hot tub was down during the stay.
Richele
Richele, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
3 May 2025
Clean hotel. Breakfast was ok, seemed like it was stale or overcooked. Room is old looking with a facelift. The bed was super uncomfortable. Felt every spring.
nancy
nancy, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 March 2025
Close to dining
Kim
Kim, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2024
Excellent stay!
Brion
Brion, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 March 2025
Thanks For The Moment
Very nice, very comfortable, right in front of a bowling center.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
25 April 2025
So so
So expensive
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 March 2025
Our room had ants but once we told front desk they offered us a new room. Overall great staff and stay
Maurice
Maurice, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 February 2025
It’s really nice and the stuff are really nice
Kathlyn
Kathlyn, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 February 2025
The staff was great
Peter R
Peter R, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 December 2024
Loved the location!
julie
julie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2024
I loved my stay loved they had many stores around will be making a trip back and staying here again!