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Hyatt Place Chicago/Hoffman Estates

Hyatt Place Chicago/Hoffman Estates

3 out of 5
2750 Greenspoint Pkwy Hoffman Estates IL
The price is AU$159 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$159
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hoffman Estates. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,049 reviews)
Dirty room and cold heat didn’t work!!!

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Hyatt Place Chicago/Hoffman Estates
Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

3 out of 5
1700 Nations Dr Gurnee IL
The price is AU$242 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
AU$242
11 Mar - 12 Mar
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! (1,004 reviews)
SO GLAD I HAD MY WATER SHOES!!

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois
Days Inn by Wyndham Waukegan

Days Inn by Wyndham Waukegan

2 out of 5
630 N Green Bay Road Waukegan IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$121 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$121
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Waukegan. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Six Flags Great America and The People's Choice Family ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (70 reviews)
The place is clean and well run. Staff friendly and knowledgeable.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Waukegan
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Lake/Beach Getaway (Remodeled)

Lake/Beach Getaway (Remodeled)

Round Lake Beach IL
Stay at this holiday home in Round Lake Beach. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Jones Island Beach and Lake Miltmore Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
Very convenient location and spacious for as little as the house was

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Lake/Beach Getaway (Remodeled)
Large Group Retreat w/ secluded party room and private pool

Large Group Retreat w/ secluded party room and private pool

Fox Lake IL
Stay at this holiday home in Fox Lake. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities and a pool table. Popular attractions Jet Funn and Volo Bog State Natural Area ...
8/10 Very Good! (23 reviews)
The host was very welcoming, and the house was absolutely beautiful. There were just a few minor things that could be tweaked, such as switching the door to the party house, keeping the main bedroom door closed, and fixing the button on the stove. Other than that, the home was perfect for hosting ...

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Large Group Retreat w/ secluded party room and private pool
Beautiful Cora Cottage on Fox Lake/Chain O'Lakes with 40 Ft. Private Boat Pier.

Beautiful Cora Cottage on Fox Lake/Chain O'Lakes with 40 Ft. Private Boat Pier.

Fox Lake IL
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Fox Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
Clean, beautiful view, and everything we hoped for in a peaceful weekend

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Beautiful Cora Cottage on Fox Lake/Chain O'Lakes with 40 Ft. Private Boat Pier.
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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

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

Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital

If Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of McHenry.

Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital

McHenry City Hall

After visiting McHenry City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in McHenry. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

McHenry City Hall