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Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near Starved Rock State Park

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Front of property
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, lifeguards on site
Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Living area
Reception
Mini-golf

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Indoor pool and lazy river
  • Free water park
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Waterslide
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Arcade/games room
For families
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on-site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan

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
Shower/bath combination
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 - 0.0 km
  • Starved Rock State Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Matthiessen State Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Illinois River Winery - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

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

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock features a free water park and puts you within a five-minute walk of Starved Rock State Park. After hanging out at the indoor pool or lazy river, guests can grab a bite to eat at Jack's Place, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a 24-hour fitness centre and a hot tub. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 92 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 25
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 25

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop

Travelling with children

  • Free water park access
  • Children's pool
  • Mini golf
  • Lazy river
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Lifeguard on-site

What to do

  • Volleyball
  • Mini golf
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Public winery tours
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Zip-lining nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in reception

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Picnic area
  • Fireplace in reception
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An indoor pool
  • Free water park
  • Arcade/games room
  • Lazy river
  • Hot tub
  • Water slide
  • Wine-tasting room

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Ice maker

More

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Jack's Place – This family restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
Treetops Cafe – This café serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily.
J.H. Higby's – On-site bar. Open selected days.
Bear Island – This bar overlooks the garden. Open selected days.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 500 per accommodation, per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Service fee: 3 per cent

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 12.00 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

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

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These 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.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort Oglesby
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling, boat tours and fishing. Additional recreation on-site includes volleyball. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock also has 2 bars, a lazy river and a 24-hour fitness centre, as well as an arcade and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?
Yes, Jack's Place offers American cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock like?
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock is a short 4-minute walk from Starved Rock State Park and 12 minutes' walk from Matthiessen State Park.

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

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 Exceptional

Jermaine, 2-night family trip
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6/10 Good

James, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

It Was Alright
We stayed in a Villa for our family Christmas weekend. It was nice to have a space we could all share and be together in- especially one that had the water park for the kids. (They all gave the water park 👍👍). The property has seen some better days, though making it over priced for what's being offered (throw in the $750 deposit and it was real overpriced). There's a lot of Maintenance that needs to be done and the cleaning wasn't great. Despite that, it provided us with the space we needed to make some great memories, and for that I'm grateful. I'm not sure what we'll do in the future, but this one isn't being crossed off the list for possibilities.
Sarah, 2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Laura, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Bradley, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dione, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Miguel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Less then good
The room should have been cleaner. There were some cobwebs on the ceiling and stuff behind the bed that has not been vacuumed in months. Sheet on top of bed instead of comforter. Dead bug on bathroom floor. Shower head had to be replaced ( which they did after we told them). Receipt was found on the floor by dresser (not ours) so it was from a previous customer. No iron ( had to request it).
Kathleen, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great time
Family weekend of fun and this lodge definitely helped.
Keri, 2-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

2-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

tauranne, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

The price was reasonable and everything was convenient.
Krystal, 2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Tanya, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Brian, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

CREDELL, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Overall the place was ok. This apparently is not the peak season. So things are only open on the weekends. Also, i was trying to communicate with staff and I was told they didnt speak english. That wasn't helpful at all.
CREDELL, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

LILIANA, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

No place to get a cup of coffee at the resort, not even in the room
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Not worth the money
The cable was not working properly so we had only a few channels some of the time. We had to ask for clean towels each day, sometimes more than once. It was advertised as having shampoo/soap/lotion. We had to ask for these items. The maintenance man who serves as the evening room service, offered for us to speak to a manager as our room was not set up as it should have been. Suddenly the manager had gone home, but I could speak with someone in the morning. In the morning that manager wasn't available but would call me. On our last day I asked why the manager hadn't called me and the rude lady at the front desk said they were too busy and would get with me sometime??!!! Still haven't heard from them, that was 2 weeks ago
Lynn, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Comfy beds... Not much else for adults
Hotel for family's with young children. comfortable beds and friendly staff... But outdoor property dirty and not very well maintained. No late night activities at the resort or near by and extremely noisy starting in the early morning and going all day.
Neal, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Colby, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Robin, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Fooled & Disappointed
Water park is not open 9am-9pm as it’s stated on here. Only for the weekends the other days 4-9pm. The staff is very unfriendly, tired, uninterested. There is no breakfast during the week. The hotel is run down trash and stains in the hallways. I had to console my kid and explain how some businesses use dishonesty to take the money they do not deserve to earn! Really! Awful experience overall.
1-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Disappointed
Way too many hidden costs. Website claimed golf was free, that was a lie. S'mores and story time? Charged extra. Arcade? Expensive. Definitely plan on spending significant more than what you planned on.
Shawn, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

2-night trip
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