Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee
3800 Northpoint Blvd, Waukegan, IL 60085, North Chicago, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.3 / 5
Overview
Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee is a modern, 3-star hotel in North Chicago (Waukegan area) at 3800 Northpoint Blvd. It’s positioned off the Skokie Highway and is frequently used as a practical base for nearby attractions and Great Lakes-area travel. The hotel holds a public rating of 4.3 based on 755 reviews.
Location & Nearby
The hotel is about 2.9 miles from Six Flags Great America, with nearby headline rides including Goliath, Raging Bull, American Eagle, X-Flight, Demon, Whizzer, THE FLASH: Vertical Velocity, Little Dipper, and Maxx Force (roughly 3.6–4.2 km away). Hurricane Harbor Chicago is also close (about 4.2 km). For other outings, Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park is around 11.6 km away, and American Place Casino is very close at approximately 592 m.
Rooms
Rooms are contemporary and include free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, desks, minifridges, and coffeemakers. Some rooms add pull-out sofas, and suites include pull-out sofas plus separate living areas and microwaves. Guests have also noted that if a room lacks a microwave, a shared microwave may be available near the floor’s ice machine.
Dining & Social Spaces
On-site spaces include a living room-style lobby and an outdoor courtyard. The hotel has an American restaurant that serves Starbucks coffee. Some guests have reported confusion around breakfast availability, so expectations may vary depending on day or hours.
Amenities & Facilities
Property amenities include an indoor pool, an exercise room, a business center, and two meeting rooms. Free parking is provided. An indoor hot tub is mentioned by guests, alongside the pool.
Best for
This hotel fits travelers who want quick access to Six Flags Great America and Hurricane Harbor Chicago while staying in a modern, mid-range Courtyard setting. It also suits guests visiting Great Lakes Naval Station (about 4.7 miles away), as multiple reviewers mention staff familiarity with Navy graduation needs. Travelers who value free parking and on-site meeting space may also find it convenient.
Travel tips
If your plans include Six Flags, the park is roughly 2.9 miles away, making it easy to do early entry days or late returns without a long drive. The hotel is also a short walk/drive from American Place Casino (about 592 m), which can be a nearby evening option. Several guests mention noise carrying through halls/rooms, so light sleepers may want to request a quieter room location if available.
What guests say
Guests frequently highlight very friendly, helpful staff and strong service, including assistance for Great Lakes Naval Station graduation visitors. Clean rooms and overall comfort are commonly praised, and the location is often described as convenient for shopping, food, and area destinations. The pool and hot tub receive positive mentions, though at least one review reports dissatisfaction with pool cleanliness and strong chlorine smell. Noise is a recurring concern in negative feedback, with reports of thin walls and hallway/parking-lot sound affecting sleep; one negative report also notes an insect issue and limited on-site amenity expectations.
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