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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
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
November 2024
December 2024

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Front of property
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, lifeguards on site
Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms
Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Pool
    Pool
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
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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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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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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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Villa, 2 Bedrooms

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
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Sofa Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
2643 IL-178, Utica, IL, 61373

What's nearby

  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 1 min walk
  • Starved Rock State Park - 4 min walk
  • Matthiessen State Park - 12 min walk
  • Illinois River Winery - 3 min drive
  • LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Mendota Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬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 Illinois River Winery, 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), ATM/banking services and meeting rooms
  • A 24-hour front desk, a gift shop 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

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 14 for adults and USD 9.50 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

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

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 14 for adults and from USD 9.50 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

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

Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort Utica
Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Utica
Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort Oglesby
Grizzly Jacks Grand Bear Hotel
Grizzly Jack`s Grand Bear Hotel Utica
Grizzly Jacks Grand Bear Resort
Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Oglesby
Grizzly Jack's Bear Oglesby
Bear At Starved Rock Utica
Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock Hotel
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock Utica
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock Hotel Utica

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 4 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock on 19 Nov 2024 start from AU$177.24, 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. Illinois River Winery and Deer Park Country Club are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 651 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 651 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 651 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Wendie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The space in our villa was nice and we enjoyed spending time with family. The amenities in the suite were pretty minimal, and the beds were some of the most uncomfortable things we have ever slept on. Wanted to see if the pull out beds were any better but they were not and it took 15 minutes to get the living room one to close, and the two air mattresses didn’t hold air. Otherwise, we had fun playing cards and did appreciate the ability to spread out. Area was pretty and weather was perfect on Saturday for hiking at the local parks.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The resort itself could be so nice but maintenance items have obviously been ignored. Windows “repaired” with tape, for instance. The water park water was way too cold especially for children. This place needs to spend some $$$ to make this place nice. Also, they do not recycle which I found very disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Or a good water park for kids older than 8
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was charged additional reservation fee $88
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was rude all over the resort, especially the girl with all the piercings at the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Heidi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The hot tub in the room was dirty! The jets pushed out dirt causing the whole tub to be nasty and unusable. Told clerk at check out and she didn’t seem to care. Also the fireplace in the room was incredibly loud when turned on so we couldn’t use it, again informing the clerk of this. All the times for what was open and closed were wrong. So we missed out on the water park. It was closed when we got there. But what they gave us at check in with the times said it should have been open. Very frustrating with no apologies or even care from the employees.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CAROL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I liked the motif of the lodge. It is in a very quiet area surrounded by beauty. The room was nice but they lack in simple maintenance—burned out light bulb, plugged up sink and a broken hair dryer were all very irritating. Making our reservation through Expedia, it was advertised as including breakfast. The desk staff informed me that they never include breakfast with rooms. Expedia was informed of this info but still includes it in the room description
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dustin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay however the pool and arcade hours are quite disappointing in the off season. A lot of food options within 10 minutes. Very quiet location and great desk staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Laurel

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
the ONLY thing we liked aboutt his hotel was its close proximity to the parks. NO coffee in room - no mention of t he factt hat sometimes they have it for free downstairs. Bar not open during the week. Horrible noise from our hot tub which ended up to be the shower sound in the next room. Just awful. Tv and wifi - sketchy. Not enough info about breakfast. Sometimes open, sometimes not. The in door pool seemed to be more for after school kids than guests who stayed over. Didn't look clean. Paige was theonly desk server who admitted that this hotel has some serious problems. My bet is that the owners are making money from the pool and the arcade and do notcare about the hotel guests who stay there over night. Gift shop cookies were AWFUL! Area where you could be sundries and snacks was so low stocked. If this is the end of the season -we should be getting charged LESS per night. We shouldbe told about suchthingsasno coffeee in room and where to find it. I had to ask three different people. I would never stay here again, nor would I suggest any one else stay here. This place needs some serious help and I urge those thinkingabout it to pass it by. Go to Starved Rock Lodge and come here for the indoor pool if your kids really want t o.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

rodica

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a pretty nice stay! Cons:A bunch of ants in the room, a little outdated,water smelled like poop(I had to let it run for about 20 min to clear out a bit), waterpark closing early sunday, ladies at Tree tops cafe a little slow. Pros: waterpark pretty good size and variety( lazy river, waves pool, slides,etc), nice decor, minigolf, playgroung, outside bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Latoya

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay, me and the kids had a great time in the water park
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Norman

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very dated and even the basic needs were not in the room. Toilet very noisy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tammy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Starved walk hike across road the water park running down smell of mold and sand in water
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brandon, Elmwood Park

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love the check in staff. They are amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024