Stay with Optional Breakfast at Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort in North Utica, IL. Dates into May.
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Guests receive free admission to the indoor water park at this woodsy resort near Starved Rock State Park; jetted-tub suites available
What You Get
- Stay for two in a jetted tub suite, for four in a king suite or family suite, or for six in a balcony family suite
- Select options include breakfast for four or six
- Dates into May
Policies and Fees
- Reservations: Dates cannot be changed once booked; valid only for night(s) purchased.
- Cancellation policy: 72-hour cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable.
- Rates may vary by date and are subject to availability.
No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate; no refunds, rescheduling, or rebooking allowed.
Hotel at a Glance: Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear Resort
For a romantic couple’s getaway from the Chicagoland area, few spots are more alluring than scenic Starved Rock State Park in central Illinois, a year-round hiking destination beloved for its sandstone canyons. To enhance the trip, consider a stay in a jetted-tub suite at Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear Resort. Located less than two miles from the state park, Grizzly Jack’s draws couples, families, and large groups for its indoor water park and spa.
- Where you’ll stay: Guest suites have a rustic, northwoods vibe—but still provide cable TV and free WiFi.
- For extra space: Choose a Balcony Family Suite, with room for six, a refrigerator, and a balcony overlooking the property.
- Added perk: Certain options include complimentary admission to the indoor water park open on Thursday-Sunday, where you can relax in the lazy river, splash around the wave pool, or careen down a water slide.
- Hearty dining is available Friday and Saturday at Jack’s Place Restaurant & Sports Bar, or you can skip straight to dessert with a chocolates, taffy, and fudge from the Honey Pot Sweet Shop.
- Some options include breakfast for four or six people.
North Utica, IL: Outdoor Recreation in Starved Rock State Park
The Utica area’s star attraction is Starved Rock State Park, named one of the Seven Wonders of Illinois in a 2007 poll. Here, 13 miles of hiking trails wander past sandstone bluffs covered with white pines and cedars. The Lasalle Canyon path stands out, thanks to several delicate, veil-like waterfalls along the way. For smaller crowds, try hiking through the lesser-known Matthiessen State Park adjoining the inn, where deer congregate around salt-laden mineral springs.
In summer, the park’s meadows are blanketed with wildflowers including black-eyed susans, partridge-pea blossoms, and purple mint buds. As the mercury drops later in the year, many of the region’s waterfalls freeze into crystalline stalactites, and bald eagles migrate to the nearby Plum Island Eagle Sanctuary to retrieve their Snuggies before winter.
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Other Details
Room Details
King Suite
- One king bed and one sofa bed
- Standard occupancy: 4
- Maximum occupancy: 4
Jetted Tub Suite
- One king bed
- Standard occupancy: 2
- Maximum occupancy: 2
Family Suite
- Two queen beds and one sofa bed
- Standard occupancy: 4
- Maximum occupancy: 4
Balcony Family Suite
- Two queen beds and one sofa bed
- Standard occupancy: 6
- Maximum occupancy: 6
Hotel Policies
- Check in: 4 p.m.
- Check out: 11 a.m.
- Parking: free
- Smoking policy: no smoking inside the property
- Pet policy: pets are not allowed inside the property.
- Accessibility: please contact property for handicap accessibility requests or options.
- Room upgrades: upgrades may be available by calling the property or at check-in for an additional cost.
Amenities
- Free WiFi
- Onsite restaurant and bar on Friday and Saturday
- Onsite dessert shop
- Indoor water park open on Weekends-only available on certain options
- Family story time
- Family movie night (Thursdays–Saturdays)
Getting There
- Nearest airport: Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW; 87 mi.)
- Distance to Chicago: 94 mi.
Guests receive free admission to the indoor water park at this woodsy resort near Starved Rock State Park; jetted-tub suites available
What You Get
- Stay for two in a jetted tub suite, for four in a king suite or family suite, or for six in a balcony family suite
- Select options include breakfast for four or six
- Dates into May
Policies and Fees
- Reservations: Dates cannot be changed once booked; valid only for night(s) purchased.
- Cancellation policy: 72-hour cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable.
- Rates may vary by date and are subject to availability.
No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate; no refunds, rescheduling, or rebooking allowed.
Hotel at a Glance: Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear Resort
For a romantic couple’s getaway from the Chicagoland area, few spots are more alluring than scenic Starved Rock State Park in central Illinois, a year-round hiking destination beloved for its sandstone canyons. To enhance the trip, consider a stay in a jetted-tub suite at Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear Resort. Located less than two miles from the state park, Grizzly Jack’s draws couples, families, and large groups for its indoor water park and spa.
- Where you’ll stay: Guest suites have a rustic, northwoods vibe—but still provide cable TV and free WiFi.
- For extra space: Choose a Balcony Family Suite, with room for six, a refrigerator, and a balcony overlooking the property.
- Added perk: Certain options include complimentary admission to the indoor water park open on Thursday-Sunday, where you can relax in the lazy river, splash around the wave pool, or careen down a water slide.
- Hearty dining is available Friday and Saturday at Jack’s Place Restaurant & Sports Bar, or you can skip straight to dessert with a chocolates, taffy, and fudge from the Honey Pot Sweet Shop.
- Some options include breakfast for four or six people.
North Utica, IL: Outdoor Recreation in Starved Rock State Park
The Utica area’s star attraction is Starved Rock State Park, named one of the Seven Wonders of Illinois in a 2007 poll. Here, 13 miles of hiking trails wander past sandstone bluffs covered with white pines and cedars. The Lasalle Canyon path stands out, thanks to several delicate, veil-like waterfalls along the way. For smaller crowds, try hiking through the lesser-known Matthiessen State Park adjoining the inn, where deer congregate around salt-laden mineral springs.
In summer, the park’s meadows are blanketed with wildflowers including black-eyed susans, partridge-pea blossoms, and purple mint buds. As the mercury drops later in the year, many of the region’s waterfalls freeze into crystalline stalactites, and bald eagles migrate to the nearby Plum Island Eagle Sanctuary to retrieve their Snuggies before winter.
Love to travel? Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest for travel tips, inspiration, and photos from around the world.
Other Details
Room Details
King Suite
- One king bed and one sofa bed
- Standard occupancy: 4
- Maximum occupancy: 4
Jetted Tub Suite
- One king bed
- Standard occupancy: 2
- Maximum occupancy: 2
Family Suite
- Two queen beds and one sofa bed
- Standard occupancy: 4
- Maximum occupancy: 4
Balcony Family Suite
- Two queen beds and one sofa bed
- Standard occupancy: 6
- Maximum occupancy: 6
Hotel Policies
- Check in: 4 p.m.
- Check out: 11 a.m.
- Parking: free
- Smoking policy: no smoking inside the property
- Pet policy: pets are not allowed inside the property.
- Accessibility: please contact property for handicap accessibility requests or options.
- Room upgrades: upgrades may be available by calling the property or at check-in for an additional cost.
Amenities
- Free WiFi
- Onsite restaurant and bar on Friday and Saturday
- Onsite dessert shop
- Indoor water park open on Weekends-only available on certain options
- Family story time
- Family movie night (Thursdays–Saturdays)
Getting There
- Nearest airport: Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW; 87 mi.)
- Distance to Chicago: 94 mi.
Need To Know Info
- Dates cannot be changed once booked; valid only for night(s) purchased
- 72-hour cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable
- 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 be 21 or older to check in
- Credit card required at check-in.
- Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
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