--- title: Great Wolf Lodge Gurnee slug: great-wolf-lodge-gurnee type: hotel sub_type: hotels source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/great-wolf-lodge-gurnee city: Gurnee state: IL country: US address: 1700 Nations Drive geo: lat: 42.38352 lng: -87.94495 cancellation_policy: All sales are final. No cancellations or changes. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T18:37:44.406Z price_from: amount: 263.22 currency: USD unit: per_night availability: SoldOut rating: value: 3 count: 658 scale: 5 --- ## Overview Great Wolf Lodge Gurnee offers nonstop family fun with a massive indoor water park, themed suites, interactive attractions, arcade games, and dining all under one roof near Six Flags Great America and Chicago. Waterpark passes, free kids activities, and unlimited WiFi are included with your stay! ## What's Included - Waterpark passes for each registered guest included with stay, allowing access through day of departure - Free kids activities - Unlimited WiFi ## Good to Know * Minimum age to check in is 21 years old. * Pets are not allowed. ADA-defined service animals are welcome. * Waterpark passes are included in your stay. Upgrades are available for extra fee. * Indoor waterpark pools are heated up to 84 degrees. * Fitness center is available onsite. * Parking is available for $20 per night per vehicle. Subject to change and taxes. * Yoga, character appearances, arts & crafts, and more are some activities onsite. Fees may apply. * Rock climbing, gemstone mining, bowling, ropes course, arcades, mini golf, and shopping are some activities and fun things to do. Fees apply. * Six Flags America is 1.8 miles from the lodge. * Service animals are not allowed in the pools and attractions of the water park. * Cleaning fees may be added for damages to the room. * Towels are provided in the water park and in suites. Towels in the water park are subject to a fee if not returned. * Guests may bring their own life jackets; coast guard-approved life jackets are also available first come first serve. * Inflatable toys are not allowed in the water park. * Check-in: 4:00pm; Check-out: 11:00am * No resort fees; additional fees may apply for select kids activities, arcade games, upgraded passes, and other entertainment. ## What's Not Included - Parking fee of $20 plus tax per night, per vehicle - Fees for certain kids activities, arcade games, upgraded passes, and other entertainment ## FAQs ### What is the minimum age to check in? The reservation holder must be at least 21 years of age. A valid, government-issued photo ID is required upon check-in along with credit card for incidental charges. ### What is included in our stay? When you stay at Great Wolf Lodge, your water park passes are included for each registered guest. These water park passes allow access to the water park through the day of your departure. Options to buy attraction passes and upgrades are available at the Front Desk upon check-in. ### What time is check in/check out? Check-in time begins at 4 p.m. or as rooms become available. Check-out time is 11 a.m. Guests are free to enjoy the water park facilities until closing. ### Is there a fee for parking? The lodge will be requiring a parking fee of $20 plus tax per night, to park a car on property in the parking lot(s) to any vehicle parking more than 30 minutes. Each vehicle parked in the Great Wolf parking lot will be required to pay a parking fee. ### Is there a resort fee? No, the resort does not charge any resort fees. Additional fees may apply in select kids activities, arcade games, upgraded passes, and other entertainment. ### Are pets allowed? Pets are not allowed at Great Wolf Lodge. ADA-defined service animals are permitted. For the health and safety of the guests, service animals are not allowed in the pools and attractions of the water park. Cleaning fees may be added for damages to the room. ### How far is Six Flags Great America from Great Wolf Lodge Gurnee? The lodge is approximately 1.8 miles from Six Flags Great America Gurnee. ### What are things to do in Gurnee, IL? Besides the attractions, dining options, fun activities, and waterpark onsite at Great Wolf Lodge Gurnee, here are nearby attractions just a few minutes away from the lodge: Hurricane Harbor Chicago - 2.7 miles, American Place Casino - 4.4 miles, Navy Pier - 46 miles, Millennium Park - 46.6 miles, Zanie's Comedy Club - 33 miles ### Are there any outdoor pools onsite? The majority of the water park is indoors. There are outdoor pools and activities also. ### Are towels provided in the water park? Yes. Towels are provided in the water park as well as bathing towels in your suites. Towels in the water park are included but are subject to a fee if not returned. ### Can we bring our own life jackets? Yes, guests are permitted to bring their life jackets. Coast guard-approved life jackets are available on a first come first serve basis. Please note that inflatable toys are not allowed in the water park. ## Reviews > "Overpriced" > — r0niecek, June 15, 2026 > "Fun" > — Culture68367416752, June 14, 2026 > "Bad" > — 235julissal, June 14, 2026 > "Great pack members!" > — 129jenellew, June 14, 2026 > "Family Fun" > — W5749WMrafaelr, June 14, 2026