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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near The Temporary by American Place in Waukegan

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Room amenity
Lobby
Front of property
Indoor pool
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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611 Lakehurst Rd, Waukegan, IL, 60085
  • Place, Bowlero Waukegan
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Temporary by American Place
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, American Place Casino
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Room amenity

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Comms Accessible. Roll-In Shower)

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Waukegan

In Waukegan .A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of The Temporary by American Place and 6 miles (10 km) of Naval Base Great Lakes. Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science and Six Flags Great America are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Bowlero Waukegan - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Temporary by American Place - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • American Place Casino - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 7 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Waukegan Station - 9 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Big Ed's BBQ - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG

Hotel near The Temporary by American Place in Waukegan
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG also features multilingual staff, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Waukegan hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 96 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG offers 96 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

This Waukegan hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Waukegan
Holiday Inn Express Waukegan
Waukegan Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Waukegan Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Suites Waukegan

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG is 20.2 mi (25-min drive) away from the Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG?

As of May 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG on May 31, 2026 start from CA $144, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 5.6 mi (13-min drive) from Independence Grove Beach and 7 mi (28-min drive) from North Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but The Temporary by American Place (9-min walk) and American Place Casino (10-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG to downtown Waukegan?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG is 3.4 mi away from Waukegan.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 666 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for 4 nights for my son's graduation from Navy bootcamp. Great location in proximity to the navy base, restaurants and stores. Our room was very clean and comfortable. The breakfast bar was great and the fresh brewed coffee being avail 24x7 was an added bonus. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Aida

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You could not beat the service we got from the staff, room attendance and location is excellent. Especially going to naval graduations. Breakfast always had something you would like. We had a compliment free 6 day stay. Thanks for all y'all's hardwork.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Donald Craig

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shuttle to graduation wasnt available. No vegan options at breakfast. Window had cold draft coming in. Tiles in bathroom floor loose.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Room very cl
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gary F

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were incredibly friendly. Breakfast every day was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Todd, The Colony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean friendly and organized. Great job Justin and anne
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Betsaida

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chinea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice! Room was nice! The pool area was nice! Overall my stay was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very kind. They worked hard to keep the building clean from all all of the snow and salt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Easy check in, the amenities were wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Noemi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a good experience. Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff was great the location was excellent! Tons of places to eat. Close to base and the area was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

shareeka

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

shareeka

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet in the middle of everything walking distance love this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ronsld

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The employees were all so nice & helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jayna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room clean,
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daphne, Round lake beach

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

April

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Eliseo

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Lyndsay

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great! Rooms comfy and very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

RICARDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaquaya

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025