Holiday Inn Express & Suites Zion, an IHG Hotel
1100 33rd St, Zion, IL 60099, North Chicago, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.2 / 5
Overview
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Zion, an IHG Hotel is a 3-star property in Zion in the North Chicago area. It holds a public rating of 4.2/5 based on 181 reviews, with guests frequently noting a comfortable, straightforward stay.
Location
The hotel is located at 1100 33rd St, Zion, IL 60099. It’s close to Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park (about 2.0 km away) and is also positioned for visits to Six Flags Great America and its major rides and adjacent water park (roughly 11.7–12.2 km away).
On-site experience (as reflected by guests)
While the amenity list is not documented in the provided data, guest feedback highlights breakfast as a strong point and mentions an on-site pool. Reviews also commonly describe rooms as clean, comfortable, and a good size, and note that the setting is easy to access while remaining relatively peaceful at night.
Rooms & comfort
Guest comments point to comfortable sleep and generally positive room comfort, alongside cleanliness as a recurring strength. One review indicates that when a room issue occurred (a broken door), the hotel changed the guest to another room.
Best for
This hotel suits travelers who want a practical base near Six Flags Great America (about 12 km away) and Illinois Beach State Park (about 2 km away), with convenient access and a quieter feel at night. It also fits guests who value a simple stay with breakfast highlighted in reviews, plus a pool noted by guests.
Travel tips
If you’re planning a theme-park day, the hotel’s location is frequently described as easy to get to and from Six Flags Great America and nearby attractions like Hurricane Harbor Chicago and major coasters (generally 11.7–12.2 km away). For a nature break closer to the hotel, Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park is roughly 2 km away. Consider keeping a backup plan for essentials during unexpected disruptions, as one review referenced a power-outage experience affecting room comfort and key access.
What guests say
Reviews consistently highlight cleanliness, comfortable rooms, and friendly service, with several guests also praising the breakfast. Location is a recurring positive: convenient to reach and easy for trips to Six Flags Great America while still feeling peaceful at night. A pool is specifically mentioned as a plus. Negative feedback is limited but includes one report of a significant operational disruption during a power outage, affecting lighting, air conditioning, and key-card access, and dissatisfaction with the response.
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