Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes
Hotel in Waukegan, IL
Reasons to book
Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental
About this hotel
Hotel in Waukegan with a casino and a 24-hour fitness center
Along with a casino, this hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a business center.
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes offers 84 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
Along with a casino, this hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a business center.
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes offers 84 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
TV
Map of Waukegan, IL
Available Rooms
Room, Non Smoking
1 Queen
Sleeps 2
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
Room, Non Smoking
2 Double
Sleeps 4
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
Room, Non Smoking
2 Queen
Sleeps 5
+
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
Room, Accessible, Non Smoking
1 Double
Sleeps 2
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
RRRR
Reviews
4.0
Nice, helpful staff, inexpensive and not far from downtown. On the downside - no elevator, vending machines only take $1 bills and no other amenities.
1.0
The beds wers terrible, they were the most uncomfortable mattress I've ever slept on. They are covered with plastic making them so noisy.
The website said 'pet friendly' but when we checked in we were directed to a room that was next to a noisy street. And were told that by the front desk that was their preferred pet room.
Im pretty sure i have athlete foot now and I was wearing rubbers shoes, so the tub must carry fungus.
The shower was designed for someone under 5 feet tall.
Free breakfast was a room temperature yogurt, old looking fruit and a prepackaged muffin. The coffee cup was like 6 oz so that was lame.
It was not enjoyable at all.
1.0
Hotel has cockroaches
5.0
Its the best for Navy family
4.0
The carpet in the hall way disgusting. Addicts hanging outside. The bed was so uncomfortable. There was no gym, like they advertised. Bathroom so small it was difficult to close the door.
4.0
They need to make sure they have enough clean drying towels for their guests.
4.0
This property is really old and outdated. The area was really ghetto. It was my fault for not researching enough when I booked it. We needed a place to stay for my son’s Navy graduation and it’s really close. The staff was wonderful but the hotel was terrible.
6.0
Carpet dirty in halls. Light wasn’t working in room, phone wasn’t working. Stains in different areas, remote was broke
6.0
Property states they had a fitness center. Nope was told oh no it’s under construction! Room was only cleaned once in the 3 nights we were there.
5.0
I stayed for 3 nights from 8/14-8/17/24. My son graduated from The Navy Boot Camp. I liked that it was minutes away from the ceremony. Also minutes away from stores a places to eat. The staff was very nice and friendly. The hallway carpet was dirty, but the rooms were very clean. I will recommend this facility for a brief stay in Great Lakes, Illinois.
2.0
Quarter roll of toilet paper. Small roaches in the bath room
5.0
The room was nice and cleaned ... plenty of towels & toilets paper... the bed was very firm(mighty I add is the way I like a bed too be)... over all i have too say ... I would stay at this location again
10.0
The staff was very nice. The restaurant in the parking lot was delicious. The rooms were exactly like the pictures, clean, quiet, it was overall very nice.
10.0
Nice
4.0
Everything was great. Only 3 things could use some attention. The hallway carpets need a cleaning, people in parking lot asking for money and the flag out front needs replaced as its torn in several spots. Would definitely visit again if i travel that way.
10.0
Room was clean. Staff very nice.
5.0
The only issue we had was parking. During the week, the hotel shares parking with the DMV, so we had a hard time finding a parking spot
10.0
Customer service was great staff was amazing will be back
8.0
We stayed here bc of Navy graduation. Close to were we needed to go.
8.0
The staff was amazing. Accommodating us every time we asked for something. The room itself and the area wasn’t the best. But for the money, a good, easy option!
6.0
Pictures definitely do the place justice. The area in general is pretty odd for a hotel. And the smell in the hotel and rooms were just awful. But it wasn’t the worst place I’ve stayed…
8.0
Overall good place a little outdated but good for the price. Friendly staff.
10.0
Good location
6.0
While the room we stayed in was pretty clean and updated the common areas, foyer, hallways, etc seemed very old and outdated. There was a distinct dirty carpet smell throughout I'm sure due to the fact that the carpet was very dirty looking and widely stained. We arrived after a long car ride close to 10pm at night to be told that our reservation (made through Expedia) wasn't in their system. This problem took 30 minutes to solve while we tiredly waited holding our bags. Overall, not super satisfied. The only redeeming thing was the room was decent for the price.
5.0
There was no bar soap so bring your own. The noise was rather bad. Our room was on the first floor, next door was a big group with a baby and we heard them most of the night. We could also hear people talking outside our window.
4.0
The facility needs maintenance and updates.
Thank you
10.0
My stay was Awesome
2.0
Everything was terrible
4.0
Only muffins and store bought doing nuts, juice and coffee. Not a real continental breakfast. Hallway carpets are gross but otherwise was clean and acceptable for the price. Staff was great!
8.0
It was fine. No elevator. Outdated. Breakfast was really just a snack with coffee as the only beverage.
6.0
Water pressure wasn’t great. Hotel needed updating. Parking and location were iffy at best.
10.0
Great
10.0
Great motel and staff are very nice and rooms are very nice and clean
10.0
Nice place
6.0
Quite rate is high as the amenities is not as worth the price and I feel in the other bed seems I have insect bites and I used the other bed.
2.0
Terrible
2.0
We did have an issue with the people across the hall it was a family in 3-4 different rooms I had verbal altercation several times. It was 1:30am and they were running the halls yelling screaming we did not get to sleep at all.
4.0
Good: Convenient to the base.
Poor: The MVA is too close to the property and causes shady people to approach Hotel guests for money. Perhaps the hotel should employee security. The area is unsafe!!!
4.0
The hotel was inexpensive and clean. Staff was friendly. My only issue was the breakfast; only juice, coffee, and packaged muffins were set out. That does not consistute a breakfast. We went to the store and brought back food to make a real meal in the room microwaves.
Aside from that, we had a good experience.
4.0
Ilove the location and the area , the only thing i hate about it , they supposed to clean the room for the sexond day and night we stayed but we beg for it to clean … the lady that was working was not helpful at all the reception…i dont know her name but the other one was helpful the one we checked in with
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Waukegan?
The average price for a rental in Waukegan is R 2,279 per night. This rental is R 691 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and tv.
Explore similar vacation rentals in Waukegan
Explore all rentals in WaukeganWaukegan travel inspiration
Read our blogGuides
Best Dining in Myrtle Beach: A Food Lover’s Dream
Guides
Best East Coast Beaches and Getaway Locations You Can’t Miss
Budget Travel
7 Most Affordable Snowbird Destinations for 2025
Guides
Top Activities to Try in Panama City Beach, Florida
Guides
Top Things to Do in Gulf Shores, Alabama: Adventure and Fun Await
Local Culture
Exploring Miami’s Wynwood District: Street Art, Food, and More
Guides
Fun Things to Do in Ocean City, Maryland
Local Culture
A Foodie’s Guide to the Best Dining in Orlando, Florida