Wishing Well Motel

397 N Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL 60090, North Chicago, United States

Guest rating: 3.3 / 5

Overview

Wishing Well Motel is a small motel-style property in the North Chicago area with an “old-time” feel noted by guests. Its public rating is 3.3/5 based on 34 reviews. Star class and on-site amenity details are not documented in the available information.

Location

The motel is located at 397 N Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL 60090, placing it within driving distance of multiple suburban Chicago attractions. Nearby points of interest include Par-King Skill Golf (about 3.9 km away) and River Trail Nature Center (about 6.0 km away). Additional nearby options include The Grove (about 7.9 km), Kohl Children’s Museum (about 9.1 km), and Chicago Botanic Garden (about 9.9 km).

What’s Nearby

For outdoor time, consider Skokie Lagoons (about 11.5 km), Glencoe Beach (about 13.3 km), and Busse Woods (about 14.3 km). Family attractions in the wider area include LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago (about 15.6 km). Cultural sites include Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center (about 15.8 km) and Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum (about 18.3 km), with gaming and entertainment at Rivers Casino Des Plaines (about 16.9 km).

Best for

This motel is best suited to budget-minded travelers who want a convenient Wheeling-area base for day trips to nearby nature centers, museums, and family attractions. It may also appeal to guests who value a small, traditional motel atmosphere and friendly service mentioned in reviews.

Travel tips

If your plans include mini-golf, Par-King Skill Golf is one of the closest attractions (around 3.9 km away). For outdoor walks and nature viewing, River Trail Nature Center is also nearby (around 6.0 km), with larger options like Skokie Lagoons and Busse Woods within a longer drive. Because amenities are not documented, consider confirming in advance what’s available on-site before arrival.

What guests say

Reviews commonly highlight friendly staff as a positive. Guests also describe the property as a small, older-style motel, which may appeal to travelers looking for a straightforward, no-frills stay. Location convenience is mentioned as a benefit. Some feedback points to low-cost value elements, suggesting it attracts budget-focused guests.

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