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Our top choices for Illinois Waterway Visitor Center hotels

An indoor water park with a large pool, waterfalls, and a wooden play structure.

1. Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock
3.0 star property
2.3 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Great place to stay! I've been there twice & would definitely stay again. Huge property with mini golf outdoors and a fire pit."
United States
Christine
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock
A room with bunk beds made of wood, a window with blinds, and a light fixture on the ceiling.

2. 1 Mi to Starved Rock! Group Cabin Getaway

1 Mi to Starved Rock! Group Cabin Getaway
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
The price is AU$1,236
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
1 Mi to Starved Rock! Group Cabin Getaway
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG
2.5 star property
13.6 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (660 reviews)
"New established, very clean and affordable price , satisfied staying ."
United States
Sharon
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large waterfall painting on the wall.

4. Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock
2.0 star property
13.7 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Awesome staff and breakfast!!"
United States
Jessica
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a ceiling painted in blue.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Peru

Hampton Inn & Suites Peru
2.5 star property
12.8 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (746 reviews)
"Great breakfast great staff!!"
United States
Dennis
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Peru
A modern lounge area with blue chairs, a fireplace, and a kitchen in the background.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru

Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru
3.0 star property
12.7 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (698 reviews)
"Clean room, breakfast was great."
United States
Drew
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and a ceiling fan. There are potted plants and a white fence around the pool.

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock
2.0 star property
8.3 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location and quiet. Great for staying near Starved Rock."
United States
Joseph
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock
A pool area with a clear blue pool, white walls, and arched windows.

8. Best Western Oglesby Inn

Best Western Oglesby Inn
2.5 star property
8.5 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and the room was exceptionally clean. The breakfast area was kept clean and stocked."
United States
Nick
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Best Western Oglesby Inn
A swimming pool with steps and lounge chairs, large arched windows, and a tiled floor.

9. Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area

Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area
2.5 star property
13.8 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (919 reviews)
"Property could be cleaner. The breakfast was good, and the staff was very friendly and helpful."
United States
Mary
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area
A rustic cabin with a dining area, a bicycle, and a sign reading "Vangelis".

10. Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
2.0 star property
15.1 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (308 reviews)
"Super clean place and very cozy and pet friendly."
United States
Alma
The price is AU$292
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
A dining area with wooden flooring, tables, and chairs. There are ceiling fans, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

11. Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park
2.5 star property
12.8 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
7.8 out of 10, Good, (798 reviews)
"What I loved was that the receptionist was super friendly since the start and everything was clean and peaceful. The cherry to the top was they let me have my dog with me and I loved that so much."
United States
Erika
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park
3.0 star property
12.7 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (347 reviews)
"Very nice place"
United States
Al
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, columns, and a brick facade.

13. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Peru - Lasalle Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Peru - Lasalle Area by IHG
2.5 star property
12.8 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"relaxing and quiet"
United States
Greggor
The price is AU$250
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Peru - Lasalle Area by IHG
A reception desk with a glass panel design, a framed welcome sign, and a patterned wall.

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park

Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park
2.0 star property
12.9 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
7.0 out of 10, Good, (972 reviews)
"Mitz was very friendly and helped me extend my stay. Very clean hotel. I would recommend to anyone to stay."
United States
Edwin
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, an exercise bike, and a TV.

15. Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)
2.5 star property
13.9 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (698 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and functional"
Canada
Amy
The price is AU$268
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a no diving sign.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Starved Rock Area

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Starved Rock Area
3.0 star property
13.9 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (682 reviews)
"Everything was great."
United States
V. Joy
The price is AU$232
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Starved Rock Area
A kitchenette with a microwave, a refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.

17. Surrey Motel

Surrey Motel
2.0 star property
13.5 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
7.0 out of 10, Good, (103 reviews)
"Excellent internet."
United States
Megan
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Surrey Motel
An outdoor area with a table and chairs, a lawn, and two trees.

18. Tourest Motel

Tourest Motel
2.0 star property
13.6 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
5.0 out of 10, (11 reviews)
"Bed bugs"
United States
Ashley
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Tourest Motel
A garden with vibrant pink flowers in front of a house with blue siding.

19. Daniel's Motel

Daniel's Motel
2.0 star property
9.5 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Very old building. Some cobwebs. Carpet was pretty dirty."
United States
James
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Daniel's Motel
A hotel lobby with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

20. Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park

Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park
2.5 star property
14 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
7.0 out of 10, Good, (281 reviews)
"They were redoing rooms and other areas, but nothing was indicated when I made the reservation"
United States
William G.
The price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park
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Compare top hotels near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

An indoor water park with a large pool, waterfalls, and a wooden play structure.

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

3.0 star property
2.3 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
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A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

2.5 star property
13.6 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large waterfall painting on the wall.

Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

2.0 star property
13.7 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
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An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a ceiling painted in blue.

Hampton Inn & Suites Peru

2.5 star property
12.8 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
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A modern lounge area with blue chairs, a fireplace, and a kitchen in the background.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru

3.0 star property
12.7 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
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7.2
Good
1,009 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
660 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,000 reviews
8.8
Excellent
746 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
698 reviews
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Top Illinois Waterway Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Bella Villa familiar. WIFI. Close to Starved Rock Park Hiking trails. Relaxing!

Bella Villa familiar. WIFI. Close to Starved Rock Park Hiking trails. Relaxing!

10/10 Excellent
"The property was clean and spacious and an easy walk into the park!"
Amy D. 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Bella Villa familiar. WIFI. Close to Starved Rock Park Hiking trails. Relaxing!

Other attractions near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Starved Rock State Park

9.4/10 (534 reviews)
The lodge provides a luxurious base from which to explore trails leading to bluffs and canyons of this riverside park. Try ice climbing and eagle spotting in winter.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Illinois Waterway Visitor Center?
Illinois Waterway Visitor Center is located in a welcoming area of Ottawa that travellers like for its parks and hiking. You'll find 50 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center?
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a free water park and 2 bars. It's located 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center. Another good choice is Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock, located 5.2 mi (8.3 km) away.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Illinois Waterway Visitor Center?
Expedia has 50 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center.
What can I see and do near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center?
Bring the family to Mix's Trading Post, Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Dickinson House while you're checking out the area near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Starved Rock State Park, August Hill Winery Tasting Room and Matthiessen State Park while you're in the area. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Buffalo Rock State Park and LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum.