Days Inn by Wyndham Waukegan
630 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085, North Chicago, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.2 / 5
Overview
Days Inn by Wyndham Waukegan is a 2-star hotel at 630 N Green Bay Rd in Waukegan (North Chicago area), positioned for straightforward, budget-minded stays. It holds a public rating of 4.2 based on 123 reviews, with guest feedback frequently highlighting the staff experience and room comfort.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel is a short drive from major attractions around Six Flags Great America (about 4.1–4.6 km), including Goliath, X-Flight, Raging Bull, Hurricane Harbor Chicago, American Eagle, Maxx Force, and more. Outdoor options include Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park (about 8.9 km) and Independence Grove Forest Preserve (about 8.4 km). For museums, Bess Bower Dunn Museum of Lake County is roughly 12.5 km away.
Guest-Noted Comfort & Stay Experience
Reviews commonly point to helpful, attentive customer service and generally quiet, clean accommodations. Beds are specifically mentioned as comfortable, which can be a deciding factor for short overnight stays or theme-park-heavy itineraries. Some feedback suggests that stairs and moving luggage can be a challenge, particularly for families with small children.
Best for
This property suits travelers looking for a simple, well-reviewed base near Six Flags Great America and its major rides (roughly 4–5 km away). It’s also a practical pick for guests who value friendly service, a generally quiet environment, and comfortable beds in a 2-star setting.
Travel tips
If you’re visiting Six Flags Great America and its co-located attractions like Hurricane Harbor Chicago, plan on driving or arranging transport—the park area is about 4–5 km from the hotel. For a beach or nature day, Illinois Beach State Park and Independence Grove Forest Preserve are each within about 9 km. If mobility or heavy luggage is a concern, consider packing light and confirming floor access arrangements, as reviews note multiple flights of stairs can be involved.
What guests say
Guests frequently highlight friendly, helpful staff and strong customer service, including positive interactions before arrival. Comfort is another recurring theme, with beds called out as comfortable and stays described as generally quiet. Cleanliness is mentioned positively in the excerpts provided. On the downside, at least one review points to a challenging experience with multiple flights of stairs when traveling with small children and luggage, and a few comments indicate some stays feel merely average.
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