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A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, air conditioning units, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

A memorial with a brick pathway, surrounded by greenery and multiple flags.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large waterfall painting on the wall.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.

1. Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

13.7 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Samantha

P4,593

P5,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a window with a view.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a modern wall design, and overhead lighting.

A modern breakfast area with a digital menu display, a variety of food options, and a clean, contemporary design.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee cups and containers.

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

13.6 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Keith

P7,727

P8,575 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern lounge area with blue chairs, a fireplace, and a kitchen in the background.

A reception desk with a black countertop, wooden paneling, and a patterned glass partition.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by yellow and white chairs, and large windows allowing natural light.

A snack shelf stocked with various chips and snacks, a small refrigerator with beverages, and a freezer with frozen goods.

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru

12.7 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Drew

P7,859

P8,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and a ceiling fan. There are potted plants and a white fence around the pool.

A shelf with various packaged food items, including coffee creamer and other dairy products.

A reception desk with a stone facade, a 'Days Inn' mat, and a 'Check in Time' sign.

A Days Inn hotel with a brick facade, a large sign, and a parking area.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

8.3 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Deborah

P5,032

P5,584 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A pool area with a clear blue pool, white walls, and arched windows.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a television, a large window with a nature view, and a tiled floor.

A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a reception desk, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.

A hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, a flat-screen TV, a coffee station, and a view of the parking lot.

5. Best Western Oglesby Inn

8.5 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Diana

P6,219

P6,902 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with a white vanity, a round mirror, a built-in microwave, and a door with a handle.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a blue sofa, and a kitchen area in the background.

A store interior with refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and a wall with geometric patterns.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Peru

12.8 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Alma

P9,024

P10,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A swimming pool with steps and lounge chairs, large arched windows, and a tiled floor.

A hotel reception area with a coffee station, seating area, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a sign reading "Comfort Inn," and a mirror on the wall.

A hotel with a covered entrance, a flag, and a landscaped area with plants.

7. Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area

13.8 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Neveah

P6,354

P7,052 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A dining area with wooden flooring, tables, and chairs. There are ceiling fans, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Quality Inn.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, tiled walls, and a blue and white color scheme.

8. Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

12.8 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Scott

P5,079

P5,738 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered walkway and a parking lot in front.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, wooden panel walls, and large arched windows.

A reception desk with a waterfall mural in the background and a sign that reads "wake up on the bright side PERU".

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park

12.7 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Jymea

P5,880

P6,643 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A kitchenette with a microwave, a refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a television on top of a cabinet, a refrigerator, and a patterned carpet.

A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and a central building.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a TV, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

10. Surrey Motel

13.5 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Megan

P4,146

P4,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A reception desk with a glass panel design, a framed welcome sign, and a patterned wall.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, shower, and sink.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a cityscape view, a round mirror, and a green chair.

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Super 8".

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park

12.9 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Edwin

P3,791

P4,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern breakfast area with a counter, coffee machines, and a sign that reads "EXPRESS START BREAKFAST".

A reception area with two reception desks, a modern wall design, and a wooden partition.

A conference room with multiple tables and orange chairs, equipped with water bottles and papers.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with a view.

12. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ottawa

13.6 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

"The lobby was bright and clean and welcoming. Staff at the desk was friendly and helpful. He even calmed my fear of impending storms with nowhere to go by assuring me we could take shelter on main level in the bathroom. Our room was the cleanest we have been in for a very long time. Appreciate their thoughtful attention to small details such as hand soap and lotion both in pumps by the bathroom sink, all items you'll need to shower if you've forgotten yours, both soft and hard pillows and...

Anthony

P7,923

P8,835 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor area with a table and chairs, a lawn, and two trees.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, and a mirror.

A sign for Tou-Res Motel advertising low daily and weekly rates, kitchenettes, cable TV, and clean comfortable rooms.

A small, single-story motel with a 'No Vacancy' sign, a parking area, and a tree in the foreground.

13. Tourest Motel

13.6 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Sidney

P5,089

P5,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A garden with vibrant pink flowers in front of a house with blue siding.

A swimming pool in a residential area with houses in the background.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a television, and a sliding door to a balcony.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and a wooden cabinet with drawers.

14. Daniel's Motel

9.5 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

James

P6,672

P7,404 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern kitchen with large windows, a buffet counter, and a chalkboard menu.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

An indoor swimming pool with blue walls, multiple lounge chairs, and potted plants.

15. Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

13.9 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Amy

P10,626

P11,793 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A living room with a red sofa, two side tables with lamps, a beige armchair, and a coffee table.

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

A gym with exercise equipment, including treadmills and dumbbells, and a water dispenser.

16. Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park

14 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Shawn

P4,806

P5,333 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock	8.4 Very good 1,002 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 648 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru	9.0 Wonderful 689 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock	8.2 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Best Western Oglesby Inn	8.2 Very good 1,002 reviews	View

Top Illinois Waterway Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

10/10 Excellent

"Thanks"

Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

8/10 Good

"Good value while passing through."

Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru

8/10 Good

"The staff was welcoming and knowledgeable. The rooms are dated especially the bathroom. The gem was the breakfast with unexpected healthy choices. The hotel is fine for a one night stay."

Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

10/10 Excellent

"Everything"

Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

8/10 Good

"Spent my 30th birthday here & loved every moment of it, we will be back . It’s so peaceful , I really got a peace of mind in this place ."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"From the beginning of me walking in the team was very welcoming and helpful. The hotel smelled and looked amazing. The room was very clean and towels and extra blankets were stocked. The team makes sure you are welcomed at any point of you entering the hotel and are very friendly."

Other attractions near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Starved Rock State Park

9.4/10 (534 reviews)

The lodge provides a luxurious base from which to explore trails leading to bluffs and canyons of this riverside park. Try ice climbing and eagle spotting in winter.

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Mix's Trading Post

7.4/10 (6 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Mix's Trading Post during your stay in Utica. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.

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Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park

7.8/10 (74 reviews)

Bring the family to Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Utica. Amble around this family-friendly area's parks, or seek out the hiking trails.

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LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum

8.4/10 (10 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum during your travels in Utica. You can seek out the hiking trails in this family-friendly area.

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August Hill Winery Tasting Room

9.0/10 (37 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at August Hill Winery Tasting Room during your travels to Utica. You can seek out the hiking trails in this family-friendly area.

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Deer Park Country Club

7.8/10 (17 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Oglesby at Deer Park Country Club. Wander around the parks in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Illinois Canyon Trailhead

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

You can take time to visit Illinois Canyon Trailhead during your travels to Ottawa. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Illinois Waterway Visitor Center?

Illinois Waterway Visitor Center is located in a welcoming area of Ottawa that travelers like for its parks and hiking. You'll find 50 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center?

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a free water park and 2 bars. It's located 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center. Another good choice is Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock, located 5.2 mi (8.3 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Illinois Waterway Visitor Center?

Expedia has 50 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center.

What can I see and do near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center?

Bring the family to Mix's Trading Post, Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park, and Dickinson House while you're checking out the area near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Starved Rock State Park, August Hill Winery Tasting Room, and Matthiessen State Park while you're in the area. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Buffalo Rock State Park and LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum.

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Our top choices for Illinois Waterway Visitor Center hotels

1. Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru

4. Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

5. Best Western Oglesby Inn

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Peru

7. Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area

8. Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park

10. Surrey Motel

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park

12. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ottawa

13. Tourest Motel

14. Daniel's Motel

15. Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

16. Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park

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Top Illinois Waterway Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru

Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

Other attractions near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center

Starved Rock State Park

Mix's Trading Post

Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park

LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum

August Hill Winery Tasting Room

Deer Park Country Club

Illinois Canyon Trailhead

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