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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes

2.0 star property
Hotel in Waukegan with a casino and a 24-hour fitness center

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Lobby
Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Breakfast area
Exterior
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is P5,137
P5,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11

Room options

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
619 S Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL, 60085

What's nearby

  • The Temporary by American Place - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Waukegan Harbor - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Gurnee Mills - 9 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • North Chicago Great Lakes Station - 12 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Potestas Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tony's Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes and take advantage of a casino, a 24-hour gym, and a 24-hour business center. For those looking to try their luck, this hotel boasts 5 slot machines. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and a vending machine
  • ATM/banking services, luggage storage, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 84 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Highchairs and free infant beds
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 27-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Greek, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 5 slot machines
  • Casino (200 square feet of space)

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local culture and ecosystem education

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 27-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per week
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per week
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes?

As of Jul 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes on Aug 10, 2025 start from P 5,137.4, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes located?

Situated in Waukegan, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of The Temporary by American Place, The People's Choice Family Fun Center, and Bowlero Waukegan. Visual Arts Center and Three Brothers Theatre are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 772 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 772 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 772 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 772 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 75 out of 772 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy access to area for Naval Graduation. Lots of places to eat and shop.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick check in. Plus person at desk was very kind. Room was super clean & ready for our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was clean, staff was friendly. Parking was a nightmare.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service. Friendly staff. Very clean rooms. I will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jazaiar

It gave more motel than hotel. But staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were upgraded nicely. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marleny

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stayed at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan was great it was closed to the Navy base and everything was closed by. The hotel was decent nothing to fancy but, very clean the staff was very friendly, and the breakfast was as expected a continental breakfast nothing fancy a muffin, coffee, tea, juice, and yogurt.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet, convenient and affordable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleaness and it's neat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very close to the Naval Base
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i like the location but i did not like the parking.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Liked: Amenities
Hotel was nice and clean

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was so accommodating! Loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CATHY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hood
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yarielys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean, there's breakfast included each morning, and you are able to get uber to the location if you don't rent a car.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Love

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place :)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
WAS THERE FOR NAVY GRADUATION CEREMONY. WAS CLOSE TO BASE AND JUST WORKED OUT GREAT
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fredricka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Next to DMV
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025