Days Inn by Wyndham Great Lakes Naval Base
3000 N Skokie Hwy, Lake Bluff, IL 60044, North Chicago, United States
1-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.4 / 5
Overview
Days Inn by Wyndham Great Lakes Naval Base is a straightforward, low-rise, 1-star hotel on Highway 41 in Lake Bluff (North Chicago area). It’s positioned as a budget option for travelers who want to stay near Naval Station Great Lakes and area attractions.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel is less than 4 miles from Naval Station Great Lakes and about 2.9 km from the National Museum of the American Sailor. For theme-park days, Six Flags Great America is about 8.8 km away, with nearby coasters and park areas including Goliath, X-Flight, Raging Bull, and Hurricane Harbor Chicago. Outdoor options nearby include Independence Grove Forest Preserve (about 6.3 km) and Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park (about 14.7 km), while the Chicago Botanic Garden is about 19.0 km away.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms and suites include en suite bathrooms with showers and tubs, plus free WiFi, TVs, and coffeemakers. Suites add whirlpool tubs. Guest feedback mentions some rooms may have limited clothing storage.
Food & Essential Services
A complimentary continental breakfast buffet is provided. On-site basics also include a business center and laundry facilities. Parking is available for cars and large vehicles, and a shuttle service to Great Lakes Naval Base is offered.
Best for
This hotel is best for budget-minded visitors coming specifically for Naval Station Great Lakes/RTC, thanks to its close location and an available shuttle service to the base. It can also work as a simple base for Six Flags Great America trips, with the park under 9 km away, if you prioritize proximity and price over amenities.
Travel tips
If you’re attending Navy graduation events, ask about the shuttle to Great Lakes Naval Base; reviews note it can drop off at the pedestrian gate and may save time versus on-base parking. The property is on Highway 41, and parking is available for large vehicles as well as cars, which can help if you’re traveling with a bigger truck/van. Breakfast is described by guests as basic, so consider bringing extra snacks or planning an early stop elsewhere if you want a fuller meal.
What guests say
Guests frequently choose this hotel for its convenient proximity to Naval Station Great Lakes/RTC and generally reasonable pricing. Staff experiences appear mixed, with some guests describing friendliness and others noting periods when the front desk was unattended. Multiple reviews point to concerns about property condition and cleanliness, including reports of rooms feeling run down. Breakfast is commonly described as limited and basic, and a few guests mention room-function issues such as thin walls or limited storage.
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