Hotel Gurnee

6161 W Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031, North Chicago, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.8 / 5

Overview

Hotel Gurnee is a modern 3-star hotel in Gurnee (North Chicago area), Illinois, positioned for quick access to local shopping and major attractions. It holds a 3.8/5 public rating from 1,296 reviews, reflecting a mix of strong location convenience with some stay-quality inconsistencies noted by guests.

Location

The hotel is a 4-minute walk from Gurnee Mills mall and about a 5-minute drive from Six Flags Great America. Nearby points of interest include Hurricane Harbor Chicago (~2.0 km) and major coasters such as Raging Bull (~2.3 km), Maxx Force (~2.1 km), and Goliath (~2.6 km). It’s also about 9.6 miles from the Great Lakes Naval Station.

Rooms & Suites

Rooms are described as subdued and include desks, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, coffeemakers, and free WiFi. Suites add separate living areas with pull-out sofas, plus microwaves and mini-fridges for longer stays or small groups. Some guests mention rooms as nicely sized, while others report issues such as small bathrooms or room maintenance problems.

Dining

An on-site contemporary lounge/restaurant serves guests, and the property notes that kids 12 and under eat free. Reviews mention breakfast experiences ranging from positive value to more basic offerings depending on expectations.

Amenities & Events

On-site facilities include an indoor pool, a fitness center, and a business center. The hotel also has an approximately 11,000 sq ft convention center and ballroom for meetings and events, plus free parking and a local shuttle.

Best for

This hotel is best suited to travelers who want to be close to Gurnee Mills and Six Flags Great America, including theme-park visitors who value short drive times to attractions like Hurricane Harbor Chicago and major rides. It also fits group events and meetings thanks to its 11,000 sq ft convention center and ballroom, along with business-friendly basics like a business center and in-room desks.

Travel tips

If you’re visiting Six Flags Great America or Hurricane Harbor Chicago, plan for a short drive (roughly 2–3 km to key points of interest) and consider going early during peak days. For shopping-focused stays, Gurnee Mills is within a brief walk. If you rely on charging multiple devices, it may be worth checking outlets upon arrival based on occasional maintenance complaints in reviews.

What guests say

Guests frequently highlight the convenient location near shopping and Six Flags, and some report friendly, helpful service and comfortable beds with generally quiet nights. Room size is often viewed positively, though bathrooms are sometimes described as small. Negative themes in the excerpts include maintenance and housekeeping concerns (e.g., hot-water problems, non-working outlets, missing room items, and odor/cleanliness complaints). Service experiences appear inconsistent, with some reviews praising staff while others describe unhelpful interactions and checkout/communication issues.

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