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Illinois Beach Hotel & Conference Center, BW Premier Collection

4.0 star property
On private beach with indoor pool, near Illinois Beach State Park

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Perched along Lake Michigan's shoreline, this family-friendly BW Premier Collection property offers relaxation and recreation. Unwind on the garden terrace, book spa treatments, or enjoy the arcade/game room before heading to private beach access.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • On private beach
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Parking included

About the neighborhood

Located in Zion, Illinois Beach Hotel & Conference Center, BW Premier Collection is near theme parks and on a private beach. Gurnee Mills and Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Six Flags Great America. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Pleasant Prairie RecPlex. Take in the nearby slopes with downhill skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and snow tubing.
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One Lake Front Dr., Zion, IL, 60099

What's nearby

  • Illinois Beach State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Waukegan Harbor - 15 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 19 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Gurnee Mills - 23 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Six Flags Great America - 25 min drive - 12.0 miles

Getting around

  • Zion Station - 19 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waukegan Gyros - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Illinois Beach Hotel & Conference Center, BW Premier Collection

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Illinois Beach State Park
Located close to Waukegan Harbor and Genesee Theater, Illinois Beach Hotel & Conference Center, BW Premier Collection provides a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. With a private beach, beachfront dining, and surfing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage, a body treatment, or aromatherapy at Illinois Beach Resort Fi, the onsite spa. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Lakeside Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking, windsurfing, and beach volleyball. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a business center.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free extended parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and wedding services
  • A gift shop, an elevator, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All 92 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • On-request microwaves, video-game consoles, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 4.95 to 15.95 for adults and USD 4.95 to 9.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Lakeside Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain biking
  • Sauna
  • Sledding
  • Snowshoeing
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (15,005 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1956
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels
  • Video game console

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 4.95 to 15.95 for adults, and USD 4.95 to 9.95 for children
  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
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

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the hot tub, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Illinois Beach
Illinois Beach Resort
Illinois Beach Hotel Zion
Illinois Beach Resort And Conference Center Zion
Illinois Beach Resort Conf. Center BW Premier Collection Zion
Illinois Beach Hotel Conference Center BW Premier Collection

Frequently asked questions

Does Illinois Beach Hotel & Conference Center, BW Premier Collection have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Illinois Beach Hotel & Conference Center, BW Premier Collection pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay and a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Illinois Beach Hotel & Conference Center, BW Premier Collection?

Extended parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Illinois Beach Hotel & Conference Center, BW Premier Collection?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Illinois Beach Hotel & Conference Center, BW Premier Collection?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Illinois Beach Hotel & Conference Center, BW Premier Collection located?

This Zion hotel is on the beach, steps from Illinois Beach State Park, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Genesee Theater and Waukegan Harbor. Naval Base Great Lakes and Six Flags Great America are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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