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
8.68.6 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 S$167
S$167
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Room options
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Standard Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
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 - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
Six Flags Great America - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
Gurnee Mills - 10 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
Waukegan Station - 9 min drive
North Chicago Great Lakes Station - 12 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)
LOCAL_PARKING
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
8.6
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
Restaurant
Bathroom
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently good, offering many hot options and being plentiful and well-stocked. (53 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
8/10 Very good
15 Apr, 2025
Nice hotel
Clean and comfortable rooms
Krystal
Krystal, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 Mar, 2025
Very good free breakfast every morning is a big plus.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Feb, 2025
Staff was friendly, variety of complimentary breakfast items
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
25 Apr, 2025
So so
So expensive
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Mar, 2025
Thanks For The Moment
Very nice, very comfortable, right in front of a bowling center.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Jan, 2025
Very accommodating for military families, I would definitely recommend this place to other families
Michelle
Michelle, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jan, 2025
Very nice hotel clean, and it was close to the casino
LINDA
LINDA, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 Mar, 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
11 Oct, 2024
Great place to stay
Rachael
Rachael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Nov, 2024
Excellent stay!
Brion
Brion, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 Jan, 2025
Very clean close to everything
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Dec, 2024
Went to see my daughter graduation from the navy and it was a very close location to stay at and it was very nice staff was also friendly and helpful enjoyed it a lot.
Raymundo
Raymundo, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Dec, 2024
Loved the location!
julie
julie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Dec, 2024
Clean comfortable rooms that were quiet and easy access.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Nov, 2024
I loved my stay loved they had many stores around will be making a trip back and staying here again!
Bryanna Arlynn Garrido
Bryanna Arlynn Garrido, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Feb, 2025
service was great fast and quick. room just as described as in the picture
Azuree
Azuree, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Feb, 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.
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jan, 2025
Awesome place to stay! Their shuttle service to the Navy graduation was my favorite! He definitely knows how to drive and what hes doing and had us there with plenty of time, despite the traffic around us.
Danielle
Danielle, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Oct, 2024
Quiet calm setting everything is so close and convenient really enjoy the stay
Tatyana
Tatyana, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Jan, 2025
The environment was very pleasant and clean. The staff were welcoming and very helpful.
Tanya
Tanya, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Dec, 2024
Great breakfast, clean rooms and facility, nice pool. Very friendly front desk
Shelley
Shelley, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jan, 2025
Beautiful
It was beautiful and very relaxing
Desharon
Desharon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Nov, 2024
I loved the amenities and that there was so many options around the area for food
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Dec, 2024
Friendly staff. Clean facility and rooms impecable.
Eneida
Eneida, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Dec, 2024
Very convenient and my special needs nephew was well accommodated. It’s very close to everything!!