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Family Fun & Kid-Friendly Resort Great Wolf Lodge Chicago with Daily Water Park Passes Included for All Guests!

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1NT Family Suite

Two queen beds and one full sofa bed w/ daily water park wristbands for six (1 night minimum)

from$303.90$131.44 /night-57%
10,000+ bought

2NT Family Suite

Two queen beds and one full sofa bed w/ daily water park wristbands for six (2 nights minimum)

from$303.90$115.54 /night-62%
5,000+ bought

1NT Wolf Den Suite

One queen bed, one set of bunk beds, and one full sofa bed w/ daily water park wristbands for six (1 night minimum)

from$309.40$136.74 /night-56%
1,000+ bought

2NT Wolf Den Suite

One queen bed, one set of bunk beds, and one full sofa bed w/ daily water park wristbands for six (2 nights minimum)

from$309.40$120.84 /night-61%
1,000+ bought

1NT Junior Cabin Suite

One queen bed, three twin beds, and one twin sofa bed w/ daily water park wristbands for six (1 night minimum)

from$309.40$136.74 /night-56%
1,000+ bought

2NT Junior Cabin Suite

One queen bed, three twin beds, and one twin sofa bed w/ daily water park wristbands for six (2 nights minimum)

from$309.40$120.84 /night-61%
1,000+ bought

1NT Grizzly Bear Suite with Balcony

One king bed, two queen beds, and one full-size sofa sleeper w/ daily water park wristbands for eight (1 night minimum)

from$351.90$214.38 /night-39%
190+ bought

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christel
5 days ago
We had a great time. The kids played the whole day and had a blast.

Amenities

Waterpark
Pool - Indoor
Restaurant
Internet - Wi-Fi - Free

Explore one of Chicago’s best indoor waterpark resorts, offering daily waterpark passes, themed suites and kid‑friendly activities! With a 80,000-square-feet indoor water park kept at a perfect 84 degrees year-round, with pools, slides, a kiddie play area, this is your perfect family getaway.

What You Get

  • Luxurious and comfortable stay for up to 6 guests

  • Room options: Family Suite, Wolf Den Suite, Junior Cabin Suite, or Grizzly Bear Suite with Balcony

  • Daily water park wristbands for each guest up to maximum occupants per room type

  • May have the maximum number of guests in room option purchased for no additional fee

Great Wolf Lodge Chicago/Gurnee

Turn family time into unforgettable memories at Great Wolf Lodge Gurnee. Just a short drive from Chicago and Milwaukee, this all-season destination combines the thrill of an 84-degree indoor water park with family-friendly activities, delicious dining, and spacious suites.

  • Roomy suites: Sleep up to eight, with Wolf Den suites offering enclosed bunk beds for extra privacy.
  • Convenient location: Just 45 miles from Chicago, with easy access to local attractions.
  • Dining variety: Eight restaurants and snack bars, from Dunkin’ Donuts to quick-service kiosks; bringing your own snacks is welcome.
  • Extended water park access: Enjoy two full days of fun with admission from check-in at 1 PM until closing on check-out day.
  • Family-friendly fun: Enjoy games, rides, and activities for kids of all ages with a wristband making it easy to explore the resort!
  • Endless activity opportunities: Explore hands-on crafts like face painting and balloon twisting entertainment for younger guests! Or add a Paw Pass or Pup Pass for discounted activities like MagiQuest and Creation Station.

Amenities

  • Indoor water park and pool
  • Unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the lodge
  • In-room coffee and mini refrigerators in all rooms
  • Virtual concierge service
  • Flat-screen TVs & air conditioning
  • Access to fax machine and local phone calls
  • Clothing and candy stores
  • Mini golf, mini bowling, indoor ropes course, climbing wall, arcade, toy creation station
  • Nightly story time with costumed characters
  • Northwoods Friends Show in the Grand Lobby (morning and evening)
  • Towels included (fee applies if not returned)
  • Complimentary life jackets and trained lifeguards on duty

Hotel Policies

Check-in/Check-out

  • Check-in: 4 p.m. | Check-out: 11 a.m.
  • Early check-in and late check-out are based on availability and may include an additional fee

Parking

  • Parking Fee: $19/day + tax (per vehicle); parking may take extra time during peak periods

Pet Policy

  • Pets are not allowed.

Age/Children Policy

  • One guest 21+ must stay in each room

Must Know

  • Cashless resort—credit cards and lodge wristbands are required for purchases
  • Smoking policy: no smoking inside the property
  • Accessibility: please contact the property directly for accessibility requests or options
  • Room upgrades: not available
  • 9-day cancellation policy—cancellations within this window are non-refundable
  • A credit card and a $100 incidental hold per night are required at check-in

Room Details

Family Suite

  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Full Sofa Bed • Sleeps 4 (up to 6, with no fees)
  • May have the maximum number of guests in room for no additional fee.
  • 6 daily water park passes included.

Wolf Den Suite

  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Set of Bunk Beds, and 1 Full Sofa Bed • Sleeps 4 (up to 6, with no fees)
  • May have the maximum number of guests in room for no additional fee.
  • 6 daily water park passes included.

Junior Cabin Suite

  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 Twin Beds, and 1 Twin Sofa Bed • Sleeps 4 (up to 6, with no fees)
  • May have the maximum number of guests in room for no additional fee.
  • 6 daily water park passes included.

Grizzly Bear Suite with Balcony

  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, and 1 Full-Size Sofa Sleeper • Sleeps 6 (up to 8, with no fees)
  • May have the maximum number of guests in room for no additional fee.
  • 6 daily water park passes included.

Location Highlights

Entertainment Hub

Located in Gurnee near Six Flags Great America, seasonal events, and family-friendly attractions

Shopping & Dining

Minutes from Gurnee Mills Mall with outlet shopping, casual dining, and family-friendly restaurants

Easy Day Trips

Close to Lake Michigan beaches, forest preserves, and seasonal outdoor recreation

Getting There

  • Nearest airport: O’Hare International (ORD) – 32 miles
  • Distance from Chicago: 45 miles

Traveller's Tips

Peak times can be busy: Weekends and holidays are popular. For a quieter experience, consider a weekday visit. Some rides may have longer wait times during peak hours—arriving early is recommended. Seating is limited, so secure chairs early if you plan to lounge by the pool.

Pricing varies by date: The listed price is the lowest possible and may not be available on all days. Select a date on the booking calendar to view individual nightly prices.

Looking for a different location? View all available Great Wolf Lodge deals .

Day pass option: Looking for a day pass only? Book day passes here with Great Wolf Lodge Chicago/Gurnee to enjoy thrilling water slides, adventure park attractions, and live entertainment.

Book with confidence: Plans change—be sure to review the cancellation policy before purchasing.

FAQs

How do I see what dates I can use this for?

After selecting your desired room option, you will be able to select any available dates for that option directly on the calendar. If you cannot select a certain date, it means it is not available for that option on that date. Feel free to continue to check back on your desired stay date as the property will continue to add inventory for purchase wherever they can.

Why can't I get the advertised rate? When I select my dates it is a different price?

The advertised rate shows the lowest rate available throughout the entire travel window. While some dates are available at that rate, not all dates are available at that rate. The advertised rate can also tie in with what room category you’ve selected. Feel free to select different room options and then check the calendar. If you would like to pay the advertised rate, you must choose a date that is selling at the advertised rate. You can preview the price of any night by hovering your mouse over the date.

If this deal allows me to have extra people in my room, up to the maximum of the room type, how do they purchase their water park passes? Where do we buy those?

This deal includes wristbands for all guests up to the maximum occupancy at no additional charge! Pick them up at the front desk when you arrive.

What time can we check in? I see that it says 4 p.m. but can we come earlier to use the water park?

While check in is 4 p.m., your water park passes are good from 1 p.m. on the day of arrival until the water park closes the day you check out.

How is this a deal? I don't understand what I get.

Please review the sections directly on the deal page under the headers What You Get, along with the body of the editorial content itself, for all deal details. You can also click on the Fine Print & Details tab, located directly underneath the pictures in the slideshow on the deal, for additional information and details about the resort.

Once I buy this, do I have to call the hotel to make my reservation?

No, once you purchase, your reservation is confirmed. No need to contact us or Great Wolf Lodge prior to checkin.

Do my 2 year old and 9-month-old baby need wristbands?

They count as occupants of the room itself, due to the fire code that Great Wolf Lodge has to adhere to, but guests 2 years of age and younger do not need wristbands.

If there are 6 people traveling there, can we still get the advertised rate for that room? How do we know what room we need?

Yes. Some options can accommodate 6 people. You can choose any room you like. Feel free to click on the Fine Print & Details tab, located directly underneath the images on the deal page, to see detailed breakdowns of each room type, along with helpful information & policies of the resort.

I would like to select the Wolf Den Room, how would I select that particular room?

Simply click on that option in the booking calendar. When you click on that option, you will see the available check in dates for that option populate in the booking calendar and you will be able to select your dates of stay by clicking directly on the booking calendar.

Need To Know Info

  • 9-day cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable
  • Dates cannot be changed through Groupon once booked; valid only for night(s) purchased
  • No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate
  • No refunds will be processed by Groupon after check-in
  • Traveler name must match ID at time of check-in
  • Must have one individual 21+ staying in each room
  • Credit card required at check-in
  • An incidental hold of $100 per night will be collected at check-in
  • This resort is operating cashless; please be prepared to use a credit card or set up your lodge wristband to make purchases
  • Room check-in does not begin until 4:00 pm, or as your room becomes available; guests can arrive as early as 1:00 pm to begin using the water park; changing rooms, lockers and showers available for use
  • Must provide email address at checkout, which will be provided to Great Wolf Lodge
  • Water park wristbands are non-transferable; cannot be sold
  • Rates may vary by date and are subject to availability
  • By making this reservation, I acknowledge and assume the inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 that exists by visiting any public place where other people are present
  • Final price at checkout may include an additional Groupon service fee, which Groupon retains as compensation for facilitating your reservation; this fee will not exceed 6% of the nightly cost of the reservation
  • Total price is inclusive of all taxes and fees
  • Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
  • Learn about Strike-Through Pricing and Savings

About Great Wolf Lodge - Chicago/Gurnee

Customer Reviews

Updated 5 days ago
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christel
2 ratings|2 reviews
We had a great time. The kids played the whole day and had a blast.
Jenni
10 ratings|3 reviews
The staff
Morgan
3 ratings|2 reviews
Awesome
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R99URkristint
Great getaway esp for smaller children We went with our four-year-old grandson as his Christmas gift in mid January. All of the staff were very friendly and supportive of the kids. We were especially impressed with the level of training. Lifeguards Nd other staffers were very supportive and caring of the children really enthusiastic on the waterslide as well as keeping the kids safe. Also very impressed with all of the wave pool lifeguards the entire week very thorough and took their job seriously
V2198JOdarleneg
Never Again - Go to Disney for a Better Bargain Consumer Warning for Families Considering Great Wolf Lodge in Gurnee, IL We just returned from a weekend stay and I truly wish someone had spelled this out before we booked. We did everything right: bought Wolf Pack passes in advance, downloaded the app, and tried to be budget-conscious. Despite that, we spent MORE than we did on our last Disney trip of the same length — with nowhere near the value. _ What families should know: • Room cleanliness was unacceptable — gum stuck to bedposts, socks under bunk beds that weren’t ours • No microwave or coffee maker in the room _ The hidden and add-on costs never stopped: • Parking fees • MagiQuest wands not included • Rope course charged extra despite being listed as included • $15 per towel threats if one is lost • Build-A-Bear “premium” dolls/upgrades not disclosed even after asking (we brought 6 kids) • Gem mining = $60 per bag • Food averaging $15+ per child, drinks not included, no family pricing • Even “free” refills are limited • Breakfast passes expired unexpectedly _ The resort is intentionally laid out to make it nearly impossible not to spend more. Parents trying to say no don’t stand a chance. _ Nightly dance parties last ~15 minutes and conveniently place vendors selling overpriced, low-quality bubble wands right next to excited kids. _️ Operational frustrations: • No visible arcade attendant (over an hour to fix a ticket issue) • One single cashier in the prize shop despite long lines ✅ The one positive: the waterpark itself was clean and well maintained given the crowds. _ Bottom line: Fun memories for kids, but wildly overpriced and misleading. This is not an all-inclusive experience and ended up costing more than Disney for far less return. ➡️ Next time: we’ll skip the resort, buy day passes to a waterpark, and stay in an Airbnb. Far more control, far better value. If this helps even one family avoid sticker shock, it’s worth sharing.
Wander36590681409
Other then infested rm place overall was ok Room was infested with roaches, I showed front desk n they did nothing light in bedroom isn't work I hope they didn't get in my bags, bags will be throughly checked

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