Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG, Chicago: Hotel Reviews, Rooms & Prices

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Start your day with a delicious breakfast buffet then dive into fun at nearby Six Flags Great America or unwind with laps in the indoor pool.

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February 2025

March 2025

Two neatly made beds with crisp white linens in a modern hotel room with a stylish wooden headboard and wall-mounted lights. | Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG

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Indulge in a variety of cheese omelets at this inviting buffet setup, perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch. | Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG

Welcome to the Express Suites lobby, featuring a sleek reception desk and a modern design with a touch of elegance. | Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG

Indoor pool with blue chairs, ideal for relaxation or swimming. | Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

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.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Pool
Connecting rooms available
Gym
Non-smoking
Free breakfast
Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Indoor pool
24-hour fitness center
Hot tub
Business center
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Lobby fireplace
Front-desk safe
Snack bar/deli
ATM/banking services
Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

Free cribs/infant beds
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping

includes taxes & fees

$109 per night

Feb 23 - Feb 24

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 10 of 10 rooms

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

402 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

450 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

402 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

450 sq ft
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

450 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

402 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

450 sq ft
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Jetted bathtub

Private bathroom

402 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

450 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

402 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Similar properties

Pool
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Parking available

includes taxes & fees

$115 per night

Feb 16 - Feb 17

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About the neighborhood

611 Lakehurst Rd, Waukegan, IL, 60085

What's nearby

The Temporary by American Place - 8 min walk
Naval Base Great Lakes - 6 min drive
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science - 7 min drive
Six Flags Great America - 9 min drive
Gurnee Mills - 10 min drive

Getting around

Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 25 min drive
Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 33 min drive
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive
North Chicago Station - 7 min drive
Waukegan Station - 8 min drive
Lake Bluff Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 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 get a morning swim in at the indoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. A 24-hour fitness center and a snack bar/deli are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

- 96 rooms
- Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in time starts at 3 PM
- Contactless check-in available
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is noon
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property
- No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Snack bar/deli

Working away

Business center
Meeting room

Services

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff

Facilities

1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fireplace in lobby
24-hour fitness center
An indoor pool
Hot tub
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 42
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
6 on-site accessible parking spaces
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 34
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

55-inch flat-screen TV
Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free local calls

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave

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, which 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 there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

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 to 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 check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite 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 center, 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 located a short 8-minute walk from The Temporary by American Place.

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 10, 2025

great stay! i’ll be back

trip with family for a navy bootcamp graduation. The hotel staff was extremely welcoming. The hotel was clean and housekeeping made sure we had clean towels and tissue every day even if we didn’t want our room cleaned. They are very accommodating for military families.