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Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free water park access and bars/lounges

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Front of property
Golf
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, lifeguards on site
Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Living area
Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$320
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite with Balcony, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite with Balcony, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Villa, 2 Bedrooms

7.6 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 167 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
TV
  • 260 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 18
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed, 2 Queen Beds, 2 Queen Bunk Beds, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
2643 IL-178, Utica, IL, 61373

What's nearby

  • Starved Rock State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Matthiessen State Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • August Hill Winery Tasting Room - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Buffalo Rock State Park - 12 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Mendota Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Rootbeer Stand - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Back Door Lounge - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

Family-friendly hotel near Starved Rock State Park
Located close to Deer Park Country Club and Matthiessen State Park, Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock provides an adjacent golf course, free water park access and concerts and live shows. Active travellers can enjoy volleyball at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site American cuisine family restaurant, Jack's Place, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to mini golf and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool, with a lazy river, a waterslide and a lifeguard on site
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
  • Games, meeting rooms and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 92 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Shower/bath combinations, hairdryers and shampoo
  • 42-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, ice makers and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekend buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bear Island
  • J.H. Higby's
  • Jack's Place
  • Treetops Cafe

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Free water park
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Volleyball
  • Waterslide
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a state park
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant
  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 500 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service fee: 3 per cent

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from USD 12.00 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?

As of 5 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock on 25 Aug 2025 start from NZ$310.63, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock located?

This family-friendly Utica hotel is located in a state park, within a 15-minute walk of Starved Rock State Park and Matthiessen State Park. Deer Park Country Club and LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 297 out of 890 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 890 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 890 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 890 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 90 out of 890 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deysi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it great for all families
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for families
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Penny

Disliked: Amenities
Near to hiking trails
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when visiting the state park
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great water park clean facilities and close to starved rock . Perfect place for families
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay very clean and staff is very welcoming and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isely

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool area was perfect for my small children
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right next to the state parks. Great property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay close to our favorite hiking destinations. Our young kids loved the pool. The restaurant was convenient but the food wasn’t the best. Excellent service by all staff members we encountered!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Yi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good: cleanness, close to the park Bad: water is smelly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We loved the waterpark but were disappointed that some of it wasn't working. Loved that the hot tub was HOT. The breakfast buffet was expensive and not great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked how spacious it was, the large windows, the beds were very comfortable, and above all, it was very quiet. It was an excellent place to relax. I just think some details need to be checked regarding cleaning. For example, the refrigerator and the dining room window didn't have a blind that could be closed for more privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was once a great hotel property. There are so many negative post that I will be posting more positive things. Yes other hotels like Great Wolf is slightly nicer but more expensive. The hotel for families with younger children is perfect. The kids love the Waterpark. The new bar is nice with hot gambling machines. Outside the putt putt golf is fun for the whole family and Bear Island is an adult favorite. Live music on Friday and Saturday nights. Great place to relax for the most part.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Noe

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
bad service on from desk and restaurant so bad service .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Janie

Liked: Amenities
My family and I stayed at this property from Monday to Friday. This type of place best serves families with small children. A weekend getaway at the most. I had my two 15yr old grandsons with me and the thrill was gone after a hour. The property overall was clean, I enjoyed the hot tub.in our room. The beds were comfortable. We had plenty of space it was six of us all together. We had a good time but we do not have small children we will not be coming back. The place is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

holly

Liked: Amenities
Great little indoor water park, we all enjoyed. The staff we interacted with seemed to not like working there and did minimal to ensure our stay was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun place to make memories with kids
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jelena

Disliked: Cleanliness
It
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

michelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fix the water smell. Make sure your guests have hand soap. Make sure they know about the $100 deposit before the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keyanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Really nice reso
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the whole stay food room service the receptionist were nice everybody was welcoming can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

diana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I checked in july 16th and the lady in the front desk was rude and not professional at all!! Very disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia

It was okay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Everything was great except the carpet in the room, it felt sticky,your feet were dirty just from the carpet. I had to keep shoes
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025