Super 8 by Wyndham Gurnee
5520 Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031, North Chicago, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.4 / 5
Overview
Super 8 by Wyndham Gurnee is a simple, 2-star hotel in Gurnee (North Chicago area) at 5520 Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031. It’s positioned for quick access to the area’s theme-park and shopping corridor, with a value-focused setup and straightforward services.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel is about 0.5 miles from Six Flags Great America (listed at 888 m away), making it a convenient base for park days. Nearby rides and attractions include Hurricane Harbor Chicago (1,022 m), Whizzer (1,160 m), Viper (1,167 m), Maxx Force (1,070 m), THE FLASH: Vertical Velocity (1,260 m), Demon (1,366 m), Raging Bull (1,452 m), Goliath (1,479 m), and American Eagle (1,625 m). Farther out are Independence Grove Forest Preserve (7,233 m), Bess Bower Dunn Museum of Lake County (10,420 m), and Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park (12,154 m).
Rooms
Rooms are described as basic and include free WiFi, a TV, a microwave, and a minifridge. This setup is designed for short stays and simple in-room meal/snack storage.
Breakfast, Parking & On-site Services
Parking and breakfast are complimentary, and coffee and tea are served in the lobby. Additional on-site conveniences include an indoor pool, a business center, and laundry services.
Best for
This property is best for budget-minded travelers who want to be close to Six Flags Great America and nearby coasters and water-park attractions while keeping costs predictable with free parking and breakfast. It also suits short, practical stays where in-room microwaves and minifridges and on-site laundry services add convenience.
Travel tips
If you’re visiting Six Flags Great America, this location can reduce drive time significantly—plan to arrive early on park days to avoid peak entry lines. Breakfast is complimentary but has been described as limited by some guests, so consider bringing additional items to store in your room’s minifridge. If the indoor pool is important to your trip, it may be worth confirming availability, as reviews note periods of maintenance.
What guests say
Guests frequently mention friendly, attentive service—especially from management and night staff. Cleanliness is a recurring positive point, with some reviewers noting rooms feel more modern or updated than expected for the price. Value and pricing are commonly highlighted as strong for the area and location. On the downside, some guests note the property could use touch-up work, and there are mentions of the pool being under maintenance and the complimentary breakfast offering being limited.
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