The Best Hotels Closest to Waukegan Harbor in Waukegan - 2026 Updated Prices

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A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a modern chandelier.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, a small table, a vanity with a mirror, and a bathtub.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, featuring a stone backsplash, bar stools, and a large window with curtains.

1. The Inn on Sheridan

9.1 km from Waukegan Harbor

Artisha

Rp1.311.354

Rp1.455.341 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large glass door entrance.

A large indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a blue chair in the center.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a central decorative plant.

A multi-story building with a parking lot in front.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bannockburn-Deerfield

19.1 km from Waukegan Harbor

Shane

Rp1.658.435

Rp1.840.532 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A compact kitchen with a dining table, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a kitchenette, and a TV.

A kitchen cabinet with multiple shelves containing kitchen appliances and storage containers.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "SONESTA Simply Suites".

3. Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Libertyville

16.6 km from Waukegan Harbor

Jose

Rp1.521.500

Rp1.688.561 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, yellow chairs, and a 'NO DIVING' sign.

A restaurant with a counter, chairs, a trash can, and a coffee machine.

A multi-story Wingate by Wyndham hotel with a central entrance, parking lot, and well-maintained landscaping.

4. Wingate by Wyndham Gurnee

11 km from Waukegan Harbor

Cynthia

Rp1.521.500

Rp1.703.776 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A paved pathway leading to a building with a brick facade and a central entrance.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a window, and a door leading to another room.

A hotel bathroom with a wooden door, a white sink, a coffee maker, and a dishwasher.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee pods and cups.

5. Holiday Inn Express Chicago NW - Vernon Hills by IHG

17.4 km from Waukegan Harbor

Connie

Rp1.754.200

Rp1.946.812 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A hotel room with a bathtub, a bed, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it's a Comfort Suites hotel.

A hotel room with a sectional sofa, a desk with a television, and two lamps.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled floor, and walls, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered bench.

6. Comfort Suites Grayslake near Libertyville North

15.3 km from Waukegan Harbor

Lynn

Rp1.638.387

Rp1.818.281 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A buffet counter with various food items, including fruits, dairy products, and beverages.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and artwork on the walls.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and a building with windows.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, including a sofa and chairs, and a table with a tray of food and drinks.

7. Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Waukegan Gurnee

6.7 km from Waukegan Harbor

Vicente Beltran

Rp1.897.400

Rp2.124.709 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a lamp, and a mirror.

A hotel reception desk with a "Welcome to the Prairie State" sign, a kiosk, and a suite shop.

A snack and sundries section with shelves stocked with various brands like Snickers, Hershey's, and Nutella.

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-Libertyville

16.2 km from Waukegan Harbor

Jeff

Rp2.008.380

Rp2.228.900 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a red sofa, a red ottoman, a large mirror, and a painting of a building on the wall.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector screen, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel with a large building, a fountain, and a pond.

A restaurant with a glass enclosure, red and green upholstered booths, a Coca-Cola refrigerator, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Hotel Indigo Chicago-Vernon Hills by IHG

17.5 km from Waukegan Harbor

Rp1.897.400

Rp2.105.735 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Homewood Suites Hilton".

A self-service kiosk with refrigerated beverages and a variety of snacks and personal care items.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a microwave, and a wardrobe.

A gym with treadmills, a stationary bike, and exercise balls.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago-Lincolnshire

19.1 km from Waukegan Harbor

Jennifer

Rp2.038.810

Rp2.283.059 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large glass windows, and a spacious outdoor area with grass and trees.

The Illinois Beach Hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

11. The Dunes Hotel

6.9 km from Waukegan Harbor

Samantha

Rp1.619.055

Rp1.796.826 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a covered roof, and lounge chairs around the pool area.

A hotel room with a large bed, two wall-mounted lamps, a sofa, and abstract paintings on the walls.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, patterned armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a kitchen in the background.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Gurnee

10.1 km from Waukegan Harbor

Scott

Rp1.156.340

Rp1.294.869 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A compact kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large abstract artwork on the wall.

A hotel reception desk with a red wall displaying "WELCOME TO THE PRAIRIE STATE" and a sign for Hilton Honors.

An outdoor patio with seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, and large umbrellas providing shade.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago Waukegan

7 km from Waukegan Harbor

Misty

Rp1.962.735

Rp2.197.871 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio with a covered seating area, a grill, and a table with chairs.

14. Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Waukegan

6.4 km from Waukegan Harbor

Joshua

Rp1.521.500

Rp1.703.776 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern dining area with a long table, chairs, and a television on a shelf.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled walls and a tiled floor. There are several chairs and a bench near the pool, and a small seating area with tables and chairs.

A reception desk with a cityscape mirror, coffee machines, and storage baskets.

A brick building with a sign reading "Residence Inn Marriott".

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa

14.9 km from Waukegan Harbor

William

Rp2.276.880

Rp2.526.882 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern coffee shop interior with seating arrangements, a coffee machine, and a wall with a coffee advertisement.

A snack and beverage section with microwaves, vending machines, and a variety of snacks and drinks.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a wooden dresser, a kitchenette, and a view of the outdoors.

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago-Libertyville by IHG

12.8 km from Waukegan Harbor

Thomas

Rp2.344.900

Rp2.602.302 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern indoor seating area with a tree, cushioned seating, and a green wall.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, modern chandeliers, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

A modern bar area with multiple seating options, a large screen displaying a landscape, and a bar counter with a patterned backdrop.

A statue of an angel in a courtyard with outdoor seating and a building in the background.

17. Hotel Gurnee

11.1 km from Waukegan Harbor

Yadira

Rp1.232.415

Rp1.380.059 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, a bathroom with a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A vending machine with snacks and drinks, a white table, and a wooden cabinet with storage drawers.

A gym with exercise equipment, a television, and a large window.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

18. Hampton Inn Chicago - Gurnee

9.7 km from Waukegan Harbor

Jose

Rp1.962.735

Rp2.197.871 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

An indoor water park with a large water slide, multiple play areas, and a sky-themed ceiling.

A spacious restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and chairs.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a hanging light fixture.

19. Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

10.3 km from Waukegan Harbor

Judith

Rp2.774.500

Rp3.162.375 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor seating area with blue and yellow cushions, a fire pit, and a pergola.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard station, and a pool lift.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for Towneplace Suites by Marriott.

A hotel room with a grey sectional sofa, a small table, a lamp, a bed, a window with sheer curtains, a radiator, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

20. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee

7 km from Waukegan Harbor

Sharice

Rp2.400.342

Rp2.687.903 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Waukegan Harbor

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Inn on Sheridan	9.0 Wonderful 1,009 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bannockburn-Deerfield	9.0 Wonderful 1,010 reviews	View
Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Libertyville	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Wingate by Wyndham Gurnee	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Chicago NW - Vernon Hills by IHG	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View

Top Waukegan Harbor Hotel Reviews

Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Waukegan Gurnee

8/10 Good

"Customer service was great! Only suggestion is that it’s definitely time to update the furniture to a more modern style."

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago North Shore Deerfield

10/10 Excellent

"Love it. I booked first night and we walked in my wife love it said let stay 3 more nights. A real place to stay very safe clean and serving great choices breakfast every morning ❤️❤️"

Best Western Glenview -Chicagoland Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Clean. Only book highest floor as it’s impossible to sleep if someone lives above you due to horrible sound insulation."

Hampton Inn Chicago - Gurnee

10/10 Excellent

"Thank you all!! I enjoy my stay with my grandson it was very clean the staffing were very nice peaceful and quiet beds n pillows comfortable breakfast was great n different choices to pick from lots of restaurants in the area n Great America I will definitely return back and recommend it as well :)"

Baymont by Wyndham Glenview

8/10 Good

"Good for overnight stay"

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

8/10 Good

"Beautiful"

Other attractions near Waukegan Harbor

North Beach

8.2/10 (61 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Beach during your trip to Waukegan? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Genesee Theater

7.8/10 (145 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Genesee Theater during your stay in Waukegan. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Three Brothers Theatre

6.6/10 (23 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Three Brothers Theatre during your trip to Waukegan. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Urban Edge Gallery

6.6/10 (32 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Urban Edge Gallery during your travels in Waukegan. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Visual Arts Center

6.4/10 (32 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Visual Arts Center during your trip to Waukegan. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Bowen Park

You can find out about the history of Waukegan with a trip to Bowen Park. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Jack Benny Center for the Arts

6.4/10 (31 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Jack Benny Center for the Arts during your trip to Waukegan. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Bonnie Brook Golf Course

6.6/10 (49 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Waukegan at Bonnie Brook Golf Course. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Waukegan Harbor?

Waukegan Harbor is located in a family-friendly area of Waukegan known for its beautiful lakeside setting and fun-filled attractions. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 17 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Waukegan Harbor?

Courtyard Chicago Waukegan Gurnee is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Waukegan Harbor. Other good choices around the area include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Gurnee and The Inn on Sheridan.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Waukegan Harbor?

Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Waukegan Harbor.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Waukegan Harbor, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Waukegan Harbor.

What can I see and do near Waukegan Harbor?

You can enjoy live performances at Genesee Theater and Three Brothers Theatre. Be sure to get some family photos at Visual Arts Center, Jack Benny Center for the Arts and The People's Choice Family Fun Center while you're out sightseeing near Waukegan Harbor. Explore nature at North Beach and Canaan Park.

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Our top choices for Waukegan Harbor hotels

1. The Inn on Sheridan

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bannockburn-Deerfield

3. Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Libertyville

4. Wingate by Wyndham Gurnee

5. Holiday Inn Express Chicago NW - Vernon Hills by IHG

6. Comfort Suites Grayslake near Libertyville North

7. Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Waukegan Gurnee

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-Libertyville

9. Hotel Indigo Chicago-Vernon Hills by IHG

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago-Lincolnshire

11. The Dunes Hotel

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Gurnee

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago Waukegan

14. Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Waukegan

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago-Libertyville by IHG

17. Hotel Gurnee

18. Hampton Inn Chicago - Gurnee

19. Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

20. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee

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Top Waukegan Harbor Hotel Reviews

Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Waukegan Gurnee

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago North Shore Deerfield

Best Western Glenview -Chicagoland Inn and Suites

Hampton Inn Chicago - Gurnee

Baymont by Wyndham Glenview

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

Other attractions near Waukegan Harbor

North Beach

Genesee Theater

Three Brothers Theatre

Urban Edge Gallery

Visual Arts Center

Bowen Park

Jack Benny Center for the Arts

Bonnie Brook Golf Course

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