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Motel Sun Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Illinois Beach State Park

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Hallway
Exterior detail
Point of interest
Located near Illinois Beach State Park, Motel Sun Inn provides a quiet escape with its beautiful garden setting. Travelers appreciate the convenience of in-room WiFi and the security of round-the-clock front desk service throughout their visit.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Winthrop Harbor is home to Motel Sun Inn. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Illinois Beach State Park and Waukegan Harbor, while Dinosaur Discovery Museum and Kenosha Public Museum are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Pleasant Prairie RecPlex, and consider making time for Six Flags Great America, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Map
301 Sheridan Road, Winthrop Harbor, IL, 60096

What's nearby

  • Illinois Beach State Park - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • North Point Marina Beach - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Carthage College - 17 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Bristol Renaissance Faire - 17 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Six Flags Great America - 26 min drive - 18.9 miles

Getting around

  • Winthrop Harbor Station - 14 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Johnny'Z Pour House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shirl's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Motel Sun Inn

Motel near Illinois Beach State Park
Located close to Pleasant Prairie RecPlex, Motel Sun Inn provides a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Motel Sun Inn include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Sandpiper Inn Winthrop Harbor
Sandpiper Winthrop Harbor
Sun Inn Motel Winthrop Harbor
Sun Inn Motel
Sun Winthrop Harbor
Sun Inn Motel
Motel Sun Inn Motel
Motel Sun Inn Winthrop Harbor
Motel Sun Inn Motel Winthrop Harbor

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel Sun Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Motel Sun Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel Sun Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Motel Sun Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Motel Sun Inn located?

Situated in Winthrop Harbor, this motel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Illinois Beach State Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Dinosaur Discovery Museum and Kenosha Public Museum. Civil War Museum and Pleasant Prairie RecPlex are also within 9 mi (15 km). Winthrop Harbor Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Motel Sun Inn Reviews

6.8

7.4

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

7.2

Staff & service

7.2

Eco-friendliness

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 272 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased clean, quiet, excellent people and i would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Friendly owners.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Check-in was quick.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Older hotel, dated in appearance but very friendly staff, place was clean and comfortable. Good hotel for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
I loved the quilts on the beds and the feather pillows.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Julicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean and friendly staff, outdoor patio was a welcomed suprise for pur room. Only problems were the shower was iffy and didn't have hot water at times and the beds were twrribly uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for price. Friendly staff. Clean and quiet rooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and quiet building. Clean and in a nice area. Friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room I stayed in was clean and quiet and the location is very nice being close to the lake. The staff were very friendly and efficient. Great value for price. Would go again in an instant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worth it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very enjoyable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute clean and relaxed place. And the staff was great and worked with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Moussa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
😒
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that the owner was on the property. This is an older motel. But it was very very clean. We always check the rooms. It was nice to have a slider door with a patio outside. I plan to stay at this motel again. Clean and affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Arthur

A nice front desk manager
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel

It was kind of an odd entry way. It seems a bit run down but still had hotel charm
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

LaDonna

Motel room was updated with new wood floors furniture and linens. Very clean. The 78.00 was perfect since we just needed to sleep and leave early.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nico

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was pretty clean in our room other than a dirty broom left inside and a couple spiders hanging out by the tub. Other than that everything was very clean, staff was very nice and understanding, and the hotel was quiet. It was very peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

James

The building is showing it's wear and age, but the room was decent. You could tell the room had been renovated. Price and location worked for us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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