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Illinois Beach Hotel

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Classic Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Lobby sitting area
Deluxe Studio Suite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Restaurant
Illinois Beach Hotel, on Lake Michigan's shore, offers a welcoming atmosphere with a restaurant and bar. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, beach access, and free self parking. Visitors particularly appreciate the staff's helpful service.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

On the beach

This hotel is located in a state park and on the beach. Take a relaxing stroll on the sandy beach.

Beach/ocean view
Beach
What guests liked about the beach

The beach was great, clean, and a wonderful spot for relaxation with beautiful views.

Room options

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Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Tomorrow

Sep 13 - Sep 14
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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Studio Suite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Zion, Illinois Beach Hotel is in a state park and on the beach. Greenshire Golf Course and Bonnie Brook Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Illinois Beach State Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Six Flags Great America.
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Map
100 Lake Front Dr, Zion, IL, 60099

What's nearby

  • Illinois Beach State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cancer Treatment Centers of America Midwestern Regional Medical Center - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Waukegan Harbor - 15 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 19 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Six Flags Great America - 25 min drive - 12.0 miles

Getting around

  • Zion Station - 19 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Waukegan Gyros - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Illinois Beach Hotel

Hotel near Illinois Beach State Park
Located close to Greenshire Golf Course and Bonnie Brook Golf Course, Illinois Beach Hotel provides a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 92 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 45-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Housekeeping and phones

Property amenities

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 available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • In a state park
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch smart TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Illinois Beach Hotel Zion
Illinois Beach Hotel Hotel
Illinois Beach Hotel Hotel Zion

Frequently asked questions

Is Illinois Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Illinois Beach Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Illinois Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Illinois Beach Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Illinois Beach Hotel located?

Situated on the beach, this hotel is steps from Illinois Beach State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Greenshire Golf Course and Bonnie Brook Golf Course. Six Flags Great America and Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Illinois Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 418 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 418 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 418 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 418 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 418 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fanny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is nice beach is clean is privet place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel, friendly, comfortable, good food, lakefront with a beach, and just a comfy feeling all around
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Amenities
Nice property
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

amie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views and swimming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Excellent staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheyanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great place to get away if your from Zion or not the view is amazing the beach is right in front of you the only thing that it’s missing a hot tub or a fireplace but in other words I wouldn’t book no where else
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeLillie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here numerous times and have never been disappointed. The staff are kind and healthful we will return
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the view and being able walk on the beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Venkata N D Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best front desk staff we have seen in a while . Keep it up . We came for a kid's birthday and kids had a blast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oleg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to the beach and lake
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the staff was excellent! Would be great if the pool and fitness center were open and useable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful, friendly helpful staff, nicely kept grounds Beautiful Beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Imelda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and convenience to restaurants or fast food locations was super easy. First time there and plan on coming back annually.
Breakfast from the restaurant patio
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff, rooms, interior wonderful Exterior worn out & litter everywhere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and great view of the lake!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. Beaches very clean and relaxing. Rooms were nice. Had a great experience. Will do it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elaine

The beach was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but the beach and nature trails with a great view of Lake Michigan makes it all worth while.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff went above and beyond. Great location with great views of Lake Michigan.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Mary

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach was great. Front desk staff a little surly. Needs a lot of maintenance. Rooms were comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

myke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but the beach and view of Lake Michigan make up for it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s a great escape from busy city life, nice, close to the lake with a very good restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Morriah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a nice room, it was pretty clean. The hotel was a bit smaller than I expected but overall a good stay. I like the beach being close.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dora E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the place, it is very quiet and safe, but the room requires better cleaning, the balcony was not clean and blinds need to be washed, anyhow i liked it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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