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The Dunes Hotel

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Located close to Illinois Beach State Park and Greenshire Golf Course, The Dunes Hotel provides a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a painting on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, and towels neatly arranged on the bed.

Deluxe Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a painting on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, and towels neatly arranged on the bed.

Classic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a phone, and a digital clock.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a painting on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, and towels neatly arranged on the bed.

Classic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with towels and a tray of toiletries, a door, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a sofa, and a chair.

Deluxe Studio Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Zion, The Dunes Hotel is in a state park and near 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. Visit our Zion travel guide
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100 Lake Front Dr, Zion, IL, 60099

What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with wooden fences and two large trees.
    Illinois Beach State Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A city skyline with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water at dusk.
    Naval Station Great Lakes
    21 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • A roller coaster at an amusement park with autumn trees and a clear blue sky.
    Six Flags Great America
    24 min drive - 14.7 miles
  • Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets
    20 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Gurnee Mills
    24 min drive - 15.6 miles

Getting around

  • Zion Station
    24 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional)
    50 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Domino's Pizza
    7 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    9 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    9 min drive

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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
  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Null
  • 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

  • Bed sheets 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dunes Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dunes 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 The Dunes Hotel?

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

Where is The Dunes Hotel located?

Situated in a state park, 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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Dunes Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 333 out of 686 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 686 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 686 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 686 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 686 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
It’s a private area so it’s quiet at night which is nice. Access to the lake was enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very amicable helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice view to the lake. Really clean room and very nice staff. Really accesible prices. One of my best stands
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property nice location on water
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love staying at this resort, beautiful view of the lake! Great room! Still waiting for the pool but understand the problems, one day it will be up and running!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel with friendly staff. This was my 3rd time staying.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a little older, but our room was very clean and the view was amazing! We loved being right on the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Hotel is old but it’s not rundown. Great distance to beach! Beautiful beach. Clean water .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Is perfect for a beach day. The hotel was clean the staff was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in an amazing location. The beach is beautiful and clean and quiet. I was here during the off season and it felt like we had the place to ourselves. The room was exactly as expected, clean, stocked, and quiet. The staff was kind and so easy checking in and out. I was able to check in hours earlier and there was no issues or extra fees. There is no gym or pool available. They do charge for Coffee and snacks in the lobby but there's always some snacks there if you're hungry. They have restaurant hours but we didn't explore that. Instead we tried some local spots. Great place to get away and get some peace.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot near the lake. Wonderful beach access!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location right on the beach. The hotel has no pool, workout room, and coffee is $2.50 except for the single cup brew in your room, but rooms are clean and beds are very comfy. If you want walk out beach access, it's worth the stay if you don't need much more than lodging and a decent restaurant on site. I'd come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel and location was great. I was frustrated that the pool, hot tub and sauna area was and has been closed for 4+ years and its still being advertised on Expedia as available,. Everything else was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and had a beautiful view. The only issue we had was with the TV—we tried to connect to YouTube, but we couldn’t get it to work. Other than that, it was a beautiful hotel, and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every one was so nice and helpful. Check in and check out were so easy. Beautiful location, right off the beach. Truly a hidden gem. Food and service were great in the restaurant downstairs. Good food, good drinks, good times!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It's a little expensive for how old the building is. Modern amenities haven't really come up much in their renovation. It really needs a lot more modern amenities. But it was all right it's great if you want to be right on the beach. I wish they would put something that smells good in the hallways though. The hallways just stink so bad like old hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Very helpful. Right by the beach. Pool was being built when we went so couldn’t swim but that was okay. Also elevators are really slow. Still great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My family and I always enjoy our time at Illinois beach hotel. Nolan Restaurant never disappoints and what an amazing lake view from my room. My only complaint is that I wish they would clean the outside and the inside of the windows of the rooms. They tend to be quite dirty. Other than that, we all had a great time! The young man with glasses at the front desk was patient, professional and excellent in accommodating our needs, which made our stay even better. We truly appreciate his kindness. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing beach front location!!! You cannot beat the location of this hotel. You can literally walk 25 feet and be in crystal clear water! The restaurant is only open in the evenings now and the pool is still undergoing renovations (which was disappointing when it was raining daily on our trip). But, I’ve been to this hotel many times and will continue to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a midweek stay here. Staff was helpful, rooms clean, and beach is beautiful. There was limited staff working so they were having to wear many hats. Restaurant food was good but again, only one server which made service a bit slow, but I was on vacation and not bothered by a longer wait. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room wasn't cleaned. Check in is 4pm. I got there between 5pm and 5:30. I got to the room to nothing cleaned. It was cleaned up quickly after I told them. Otherwise it was a great place to stay. The beach is great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
This hotel sits right on the beach in a beautiful setting. The building is older and currently undergoing renovations, which leaves some dust and debris on the hallway carpets — a quick vacuuming in the areas not under construction would go a long way. The staff, on the other hand, were excellent. When I flagged a few other concerns, they addressed them promptly. One tip: bring your own coffee. The lobby coffee is not free, and the 2 in-room pods run out quickly. Overall, I had a pleasant stay and loved swimming in the lake in the evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is an old property, but the giest room was very clean. I would stay again if in the area. We did not try the food/restaurant or anything else.
Courtyard
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this place, great view, clean private beach, rooms are clean, service friendly and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lake view room was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025