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Location
Visitor tip
Plan a combined trip with Starved Rock State Park hiking—the resort's location makes it ideal for families wanting both outdoor exploration and water park activities in one visit
Best time
Arrive early for check-in to maximize your first evening at the pool and water park, as check-in has been reported to take 20+ minutes
Visitor tip
Bring your own toiletries and cleaning supplies; focus on the lobby café staff for reliable service and consider the property still under renovation before booking
About Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock
Rustic lodging with a water park. Woodsy resort offering a mini-golf course, plus casual dining & an indoor water park.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Indoor waterpark resort
- Season
- Year-round, Thu-Sun off-season
- Admission
- Included with hotel stay
- Location
- Adjacent to Starved Rock State Park
What visitors say
We recently stayed at Grand Bear Lodge near Starved Rock with our kids, and overall it was a really fun experience for families. The location is fantastic if you’re planning to hike at Starved Rock, and the kids absolutely loved having…
I would never return to this place. While I’m glad my kids were able to have some fun, my overall experience was extremely disappointing. I booked a villa from Friday, February 27th through March 1st for $629 plus a $300 security…
It was bad nothing open in the whole hotel. No stores or waterpark and not told in website ahead of time
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Did You Know?
- Indoor water park operates year-round, with expanded hours Thursday-Sunday during off-season, making it accessible for cold-weather visits to the region
- Water park admission is included with hotel stay, integrating the attraction as part of a resort experience rather than standalone ticketed admission
- Located adjacent to Starved Rock State Park, offering guests immediate access to hiking and natural attractions alongside water park amenities
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