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Highest rated hotelCourtyard Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee – 5
Cheapest month to bookMay

Your guide to finding the best hotels in Waukegan, Illinois

Make the most of your time in Waukegan by booking a hotel that matches your needs. We’ve picked some of Waukegan's best hotels, from luxurious to more modest hotels.

Best time to visit Waukegan

When you're planning your trip to Waukegan, consider what you hope to do (or avoid) during your stay when it comes to things like weather and price. Low and high season in Waukegan

Busiest month(s): Waukegan experiences its busy season in November, resulting in an average nightly rate of $175. Those planning to travel during this period should expect increased costs compared to the slower seasons, when average nightly prices decrease to $167.

Quietest month(s): The average price per night during July is $167, making it the cheapest time to take your trip.

With less annual rainfall, Waukegan is a solid destination if you like drier weather.

If you are looking to avoid wet weather, visit Waukegan in January when you can avoid the rainy season, which takes place in August.

The priciest month in Waukegan is November, when you can expect to spend around $175 on a room. Weekend rates usually increase, averaging around $196 per night throughout the year, while Friday sees the highest rates at the best hotels in Waukegan. You'll find savings on Monday, which is the cheapest day to book a room on average.

Where to stay in Waukegan, Illinois

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Popular hotels in Waukegan

The 3-star Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee provides a relaxing stay in the center of Waukegan. The hotel offers a pool, fitness center, free breakfast, and free parking.

With a pool, gym, restaurant and spa on site, the 3-star hotel SpringHill Suites Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee offers comfort and modern amenities.

The Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes is a 2-star hotel that offers value and comfort, as well as a pool, gym, restaurant, and spa.

Things to do in Waukegan

Waukegan has tons to discover and do right in the city center, like the Bear King Fishing, the WindyCitySalmon, and Genesee Theatre. Explore different neighborhoods and find interesting attractions and things to do like The People's Choice Family Fun Center and the Waukegan Municipal Beach. If you're a foodie, you'll enjoy the authentic local cuisine, creative twists on classics, and flavors from around the world at Papa Marco's Grill & Kabob, Big Ed's Bar & Grill, Quonset Pizza, Louie's Restaurant, and Anastasia's Restaurant.

Finding cheap hotels in Waukegan: FAQs

In Waukegan, the expected average temperature in April is 7°C. The warmest month is typically August, which averages 26°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August, and the driest month is January.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Waukegan with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $114 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $114 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is $185 per night, and the average price on weekends is $198. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Waukegan could be Monday.
The nearest airport to Waukegan is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), which is 43.2km from the city centre.

Other airports include:

Chicago Dupage County Airport, which is 59.9km from the city centre.
Chicago Midway Airport, which is 64.8km from the city centre.
Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport, which is 65.4km from the city centre.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Monday is the cheapest day to stay in Waukegan. And the most expensive day seems to be Saturday
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Waukegan is currently around $245 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is $189 per night.
If you're hitting up Waukegan with kids in tow, try Lincolnshire Marriott Resort.