Motel Sun Inn

Property class: 2.5

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Located close to Illinois Beach State Park and Pleasant Prairie RecPlex, Motel Sun Inn provides a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
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(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a clock on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Winthrop Harbor is home to Motel Sun Inn. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Illinois Beach State Park and Waukegan Harbor, while Dinosaur Discovery Museum and Kenosha Public Museum are cultural highlights. Enjoy an event or a match at Pleasant Prairie RecPlex, and consider making time for Six Flags Great America—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Visit our Winthrop Harbor travel guide
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301 Sheridan Road, Winthrop Harbor, IL, 60096

What's nearby

  • A staircase leading to a beach with a view of the ocean.
    Carthage College
    16 min drive - 17.4 km
  • A roller coaster in motion against a clear blue sky.
    Six Flags Great America
    25 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Spring Bluff Forest Preserve
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Winthrop Harbor Village Hall
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • North Point Marina
    3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Winthrop Harbor Station
    14 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    57 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    8 min drive
  • Taqueria Los Naranjos
    7 min drive
  • Starbucks
    8 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    4 min drive

About this property

Motel Sun Inn

  • Motel near Illinois Beach State Park
  • Located close to Pleasant Prairie RecPlex, Motel Sun Inn provides a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this motel include:
    • Free self-parking
    • A 24-hour front desk
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Motel Sun Inn feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
    • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
    • Balconies or patios, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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, debit cards and cash
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel Sun Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel Sun Inn?

As of 19 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel Sun Inn on 20 Sept 2026 start from NZ$133, 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.

How much is parking at Motel Sun Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel Sun Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Motel Sun Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Motel Sun Inn located?

Situated in Winthrop Harbor, this motel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Illinois Beach State Park, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Dinosaur Discovery Museum and Kenosha Public Museum. Civil War Museum and Pleasant Prairie RecPlex are also within 9 mi (15 km). Winthrop Harbor Station is 14 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Motel Sun Inn Reviews

7.0

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 295 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 295 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 295 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 295 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 295 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to harbor reasonable clean accommodations good parking next trip up probably stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean easy check in very
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely pleasant and helpful. Motel is a bit dated and doesn't have the best lighting but appears its under new ownership thst are trying to update and modernize the building.. Not many amenities but location. Is good and the area is a quiet and close enough to travel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

As 2 women traveling, we were a bit hesitant after seeing the lobby. The check-in counter is behind plexiglass, and the decor is pretty dated. There are smoking rooms in the hotel so there is a smell throughout. However we were content with our room. It was clean enough and quiet. The air conditioner was old but worked. Honestly, no complaints. It was located conveniently for our event. We got what we paid for in a totally acceptable way 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so nice! The rooms and bathroom were so clean. The building is a little older but everything was in good shape. Free WiFi use and the air conditioner worked perfectly. The price was also fair. It was 90 dollars and a 50 dollar deposit fee but you get the 50 dollars back in your account after 5 days.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Older hotel , but price was great and rooms clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Older hotel, dated in appearance but very friendly staff, place was clean and comfortable. Good hotel for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute clean and relaxed place. And the staff was great and worked with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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6/10 Okay

Check-in was quick.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for price. Friendly staff. Clean and quiet rooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and quiet building. Clean and in a nice area. Friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room I stayed in was clean and quiet and the location is very nice being close to the lake. The staff were very friendly and efficient. Great value for price. Would go again in an instant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Friendly owners.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's cheap, but I guess I got what I paid for. But it smells stale and musty in the lobby, with stale cigarette odors mixed in. The room was a little better, but not much. The bathroom door wouldn't close all the way, much less latch. The bathroom floors were sticky and slippery. Only one hand towel was provided, and the towels were mismatched, like they purchased what they could find at garage sales. There were no facial tissues provided. The room just felt dark and depressing. When I asked for a receipt, he looked at me like he didn't know what I was talking about, then made a photocopy of the registration, which didn't include the price. But he was friendly about it. As we were checking out in the morning, the smell of greasy fish lingered in with the stale and musty ambiance. From now on we'll stay in Zion. It's pricier, but worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean and friendly staff, outdoor patio was a welcomed suprise for pur room. Only problems were the shower was iffy and didn't have hot water at times and the beds were twrribly uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

There aren't a lot of hotels in this area so your options are limited. The hotel is very dated and some things haven't been updated in many years. But you could tell they made an effort to clean. The window was cracked and the bathroom floor tile was cracked. The ceiling light was on a timer so it kept turning off. But the sheets seem clean and there was no indication of any bug activity. The room had the toiletries you would need for a couple days. If you're looking for luxury this is not the place for you. If you're looking for decent and inexpensive compared to the hotels around the area- consider this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Filled the bill

We were on a 6 day bike ride and Motel Sun Inn was just what we needed: clean, quiet, and comfortable. The front desk lady was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
As outdated as this place is, you might be concerned, but the sheets were amazingly clean and fresh and the rooms were decent for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities are always clean and the lines and towels always smell clean and fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like that the linens were clean and smelled fresh. I like the room I stayed in because if it’s lighting and patio entrance
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
honestly, it completely did the trick! quiet space, comfy bed. motel could use some updating but everything was clean and the person checking us in was prompt and professional. no issues whatsoever, hard to beat!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025