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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG

2.5 star property
Travelers start their day with a complimentary breakfast buffet before heading to nearby Six Flags Great America or enjoying laps in the indoor pool

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan, an IHG Hotel, is a convenient base near Six Flags Great America. Relax in the spa tub or swim in the indoor pool after exploring. Enjoy a free breakfast buffet, 24-hour fitness center, and business facilities.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ￥16,248
￥18,195 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29

Room options

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Jetted bathtub
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
60085, IL, Waukegan, 611 Lakehurst Rd

What's nearby

  • Bowlero Waukegan - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Temporary by American Place - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • American Place Casino - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 6 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • North Chicago Station - 11 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Pita - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG

Hotel near The Temporary by American Place
Located close to Six Flags Great America, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and 1 meeting room
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 96 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG?

As of Dec 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG on Dec 28, 2025 start from ￥16,248, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG located?

Situated in Waukegan, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from The Temporary by American Place and within 6 mi (10 km) of Naval Base Great Lakes and Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. Six Flags Great America and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 653 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Waltina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing for families
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thurmetra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and staff were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience would stay there again Went for navy graduation and it was worth the stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Bridget Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and polite.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thurmetra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were there for our daughter’s graduation from bootcamp and this hotel was the best option! The rooms were very clean and the staff was friendly. We were only 10 minutes or less from the base and had several restaurants and shopping centers nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Clean facilities and great breakfast and 10 minutes from base.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanroy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect, the staff was very courteous, the amenities on point. I had a fabulous stay as always. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was professional and knowledgeable. We will choose to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Execllent service!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was perfect for our RTC graduation stay! Clean and convenient location was quiet and walkable distance to shopping, eating and a bowling alley. Under an hour to downtown Chicago. Hot food options were great every morning. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugene A

Liked: Amenities
Great place to stay! Very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymundo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were so clean and smelled clean!! The staff was just so amazing and friendly. The breakfast was just the cherry on top. I will definitely come back to this hotel if needed again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
from a very friendly front desk, staff, housekeeping, hot breakfast, and cleanliness of the entire hotel, my day was extraordinary. The three women who are manning the front desk, really set the tone for my enjoyable stay. They were friendly and went out of their way to make everyone checking in. Feel welcome. The interior and exterior of the building were very well maintained and the rooms were comfortable. I could not have asked for a better time while visiting the Chicago area.
my daughters and I gathered in the breakfast room area H evening to play cards and games. They were quite a few people who also enjoyed the warm lounge and lovely fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes my family loved the pool
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean ,nice staff ,really good breakfasts
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

leaden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to many restaurants and shops, easy parking, helpful staff, comfortable beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that it was close to the navy so it was convenient for graduation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kassie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was awesome and took such good care of all of us and we were there for 5 days and nights!! The pool and hottub were amazing and clean too!!!! Thank you to the staff and everyone!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and friendly love this hotel .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to various food options, casino, and shopping. The hotel staff and breakfast were wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alyssa

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good breakfast very peaceful environment
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025