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.
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 - 11 min drive
North Chicago Great Lakes Station - 12 min drive
Grayslake Station - 14 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min walk
Culver's - 7 min walk
Mr. Pita - 3 min drive
Buffalo Wild Wings - 6 min walk
Panda Express - 4 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.
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
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
LED light bulbs
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
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
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, plentiful, and great with a variety of options. (72 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
18 Aug 2025
Excellent family hotel!
The breakfast is amazing, plentiful and great options! The beds and pillows are amazingly comfortable and and the shower was great, hot with good water pressure. Highly recommend, this is an incredible hotel for the price!
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jul 2025
Clean quiet and convenient to naval base
Lots of decent food options close by
Jean
Jean, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jul 2025
I'd Stay Again!
Nice staff, clean rooms, wonderful beds, and a great breakfast!
Darlene
Darlene, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Aug 2025
You get what you pay for!!
It was lovely!! Very clean breakfast was great!
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jul 2025
Friendly and clean and convenient for a lot of things came for Navy Graduation and it was amazing
Kristin
Kristin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 May 2025
Very nice and comfortable stay
Dalys
Dalys, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Jun 2025
Comfortable and staff was great
Maria
Maria, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Jul 2025
Great staff good location.
The front desk staff support was amazing. Never saw housekeeping. But for a very busy week with the Navy graduating the hotel did a great job.
Esa
Esa, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 May 2025
Great place and very friendly personal
juan
juan, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Apr 2025
Great place to stay. Really good breakfast.
Rhonda
Rhonda, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Apr 2025
Clean and the beds were so comfy!!
Dianna
Dianna, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
19 Aug 2025
Room was basically in the lobby of the hotel. It was noisey outside of the room. The shower head was very dirty.
Justin
Justin, 2-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
10/10 Exceptional
2 Sep 2025
PIR and Close to RTC! PERFECT STAY!
If you’re going to Chi for PIR, this is a GREAT location! I’m from Florida and was SHOCKED at how nice everyone was everywhere we went. The hotel is clean and 12 minutes from RTC. Surrounded by many shops, restaurants, Walmart, dollar tree, and Sarges Dinner location. Safe, great breakfast, steaming of the graduation in the dining room for those that don’t have a ticket, a hot dog social for families after the graduation when you take your Sailor to the room to rest/change to Civies. Can’t say enough! Don’t hesitate, just BOOK and grab your door decor at the dollar tree down the block! Congrats!
Bonnie
Bonnie, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Jul 2025
It was a quick but fun
Wuodi
Wuodi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Feb 2025
Great stay!
Alexandra
Alexandra, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jun 2025
My daughters and I have no complaints whatsoever about our stay! We were pleasantly surprised that our room was clean and the beds were made when we returned to our room later in the day! Service was great, breakfast was delicious with a great variety, and cleanliness was satisfactory!
Leta
Leta, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 May 2025
I love the service here Ann was such a great help and very kind.
Brianna
Brianna, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 May 2025
Breakfast was great every day. The property was quiet at night. The property was in a convenient area shopping and restaurant wise.
KRISHNA
KRISHNA, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 Apr 2025
Nice hotel
Clean and comfortable rooms
Krystal
Krystal, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
14 Jun 2025
The hotel was is terrible condition. The bed was comfortable and the shower was hot.
Ellen
Ellen, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
16 Jul 2025
Hotel was pretty nice. Pool area not very good. Our air conditioner quit working second night.
Joseph
Joseph, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 May 2025
Unbelievable please to stay.
Darryl
Darryl, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 May 2025
The staff was very helpful and always so kind. The room was very comfortable and accommodating. The breakfast in the morning was great. Thank you for making our stay so pleasant.
Karona Martrell
Karona Martrell, 8-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 Mar 2025
Close to naval base, food and shopping. Very convenient location for our trip.