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A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, air conditioning units, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large waterfall painting on the wall.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.

A memorial with a brick pathway, surrounded by greenery and multiple flags.

1. Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

11.2 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Samantha

S$104

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a window with a view.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a modern wall design, and overhead lighting.

A modern breakfast area with a digital menu display, a variety of food options, and a clean, contemporary design.

A conference room with a large table, yellow chairs, water bottles, and framed artwork on the walls.

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

11.1 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Keith

S$175

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and a ceiling fan. There are potted plants and a white fence around the pool.

A shelf with various packaged food items, including coffee creamer and other dairy products.

A Days Inn hotel with a brick facade, a large sign, and a parking area.

A reception desk with a stone facade, a 'Days Inn' mat, and a 'Check in Time' sign.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

11.7 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Deborah

S$114

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A pool area with a clear blue pool, white walls, and arched windows.

A hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, a flat-screen TV, a coffee station, and a view of the parking lot.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a reception desk, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.

4. Best Western Oglesby Inn

11.9 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Diana

S$141

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with large windows, a buffet counter, and a chalkboard menu.

An indoor swimming pool with blue walls, multiple lounge chairs, and potted plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a coffee station.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

5. Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

11.6 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Amy

S$240

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern lounge area with blue chairs, a fireplace, and a kitchen in the background.

A gym with treadmills, a mirrored wall, and a rack of dumbbells.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by yellow and white chairs, and large windows allowing natural light.

A reception desk with a black countertop, wooden paneling, and a patterned glass partition.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru

17 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Drew

S$181

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with steps and lounge chairs, large arched windows, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a bench, a TV, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a sign reading "Comfort Inn," and a mirror on the wall.

A hotel with a covered entrance, a flag, and a landscaped area with plants.

7. Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area

11.5 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Neveah

S$144

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A dining area with wooden flooring, tables, and chairs. There are ceiling fans, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Quality Inn.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, tiled walls, and a blue and white color scheme.

A wooden table with a sign, brochures, a vase of flowers, and decorative pumpkins.

8. Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

17.2 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Scott

S$114

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered walkway and a parking lot in front.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding wooden walls and large arched windows.

A reception desk with a waterfall mural in the background and a sign that reads "wake up on the bright side PERU".

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park

17 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Jymea

S$135

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A sign for a Relax Inn with a parking symbol.

A row of white commercial washers with instructions taped to them.

A room with a vending machine, a small table, and a wall-mounted refrigerator.

A hallway with a bulletin board, a window, and an 'OFFICE' sign.

10. Relax Inn

18.9 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Brayden

S$81

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A reception desk with a glass panel design, a framed welcome sign, and a patterned wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a large framed cityscape mirror, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, shower, and sink.

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Super 8".

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park

17.3 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Edwin

S$87

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A kitchenette with a microwave, a refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.

A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and a central building.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a television on top of a cabinet, a refrigerator, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a TV, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

12. Surrey Motel

10.9 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Megan

S$94

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern breakfast area with a counter, coffee machines, and a sign that reads "EXPRESS START BREAKFAST".

A conference room with multiple tables and orange chairs, equipped with water bottles and papers.

A fitness room with treadmills and elliptical machines, a black mat, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with a view.

13. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ottawa

11.1 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

"The lobby was bright and clean and welcoming. Staff at the desk was friendly and helpful. He even calmed my fear of impending storms with nowhere to go by assuring me we could take shelter on main level in the bathroom. Our room was the cleanest we have been in for a very long time. Appreciate their thoughtful attention to small details such as hand soap and lotion both in pumps by the bathroom sink, all items you'll need to shower if you've forgotten yours, both soft and hard pillows and...

Anthony

S$180

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor area with a table and chairs, a lawn, and two trees.

A sign for Tou-Res Motel advertising low daily and weekly rates, kitchenettes, cable TV, and clean comfortable rooms.

A small, single-story motel with a 'No Vacancy' sign, a parking area, and a tree in the foreground.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table with chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a view of parked cars outside.

14. Tourest Motel

17.7 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Sidney

S$106

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A store interior with refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and a wall with geometric patterns.

A spacious patio area with a blue and white color scheme, featuring a round table and multiple chairs, a small round table, and a seating area with a view of the outdoors.

A gym with various exercise equipment, a motivational wall, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Peru

17.1 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Alma

S$208

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A garden with vibrant pink flowers in front of a house with blue siding.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and a wooden cabinet with drawers.

A playground with a slide and a swing set in a grassy area.

A swimming pool in a residential area with houses in the background.

16. Daniel's Motel

13.9 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

James

S$151

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

A gym with exercise equipment, including treadmills and dumbbells, and a water dispenser.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a coffee station, a seating area with a red chair, and a potted plant.

17. Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park

11.5 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Shawn

S$109

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock	8.4 Very good 1,002 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 648 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock	8.2 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Best Western Oglesby Inn	8.2 Very good 1,002 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)	9.2 Wonderful 693 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Illinois Canyon Trailhead

A log cabin-style building with a covered entrance, a landscaped area with rocks and shrubs, and a clear sky.

A spacious bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a large window providing natural light.

An indoor water park with a large pool, waterfalls, and a wooden play structure.

A row of log cabin-style buildings with balconies and stone pillars.

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

Utica

S$145

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

Ottawa

S$175

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

Top Illinois Canyon Trailhead Hotel Reviews

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

10/10 Excellent

"Thanks"

Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

8/10 Good

"Good value while passing through."

Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

10/10 Excellent

"Everything"

Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

8/10 Good

"Spent my 30th birthday here & loved every moment of it, we will be back . It’s so peaceful , I really got a peace of mind in this place ."

Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park

8/10 Good

"Hotel room was very clean but needed a few maintenance issues addressed in the bathroom. Breakfast was average at best and the coffee was terrible. The staff however was very friendly."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"From the beginning of me walking in the team was very welcoming and helpful. The hotel smelled and looked amazing. The room was very clean and towels and extra blankets were stocked. The team makes sure you are welcomed at any point of you entering the hotel and are very friendly."

Surrey Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent internet."

Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

10/10 Excellent

"Best hotel In the area clean and convenient"

Other attractions near Illinois Canyon Trailhead

A forested path with a wooden fence on one side.

Buffalo Rock State Park

8.6/10 (100 reviews)

Adorning the fields and riverbed are five enormous artistic mounds portraying regional animals. Enjoy views of the Illinois River at this undulating park.

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A narrow canyon with steep rock walls and a small stream at the bottom.

Starved Rock State Park

9.4/10 (534 reviews)

The lodge provides a luxurious base from which to explore trails leading to bluffs and canyons of this riverside park. Try ice climbing and eagle spotting in winter.

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A waterfall in a rocky gorge with a bridge in the background.

Matthiessen State Park

9.4/10 (216 reviews)

Look down the chute of Cascade Falls from a rickety bridge and admire the brilliant hues decorating the canyon’s sandstone walls in this eclectic park.

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Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park

7.8/10 (74 reviews)

Bring your family to Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Utica. Amble around this family-friendly area's parks or seek out the hiking trails.

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Mix's Trading Post

7.4/10 (6 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Mix's Trading Post during your stay in Utica. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.

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LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum

8.4/10 (10 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum in Utica. You can seek out the hiking trails in this family-friendly area.

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August Hill Winery Tasting Room

9.0/10 (37 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at August Hill Winery Tasting Room during your travels to Utica. You can seek out the hiking trails in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Illinois Canyon Trailhead?

Illinois Canyon Trailhead is located in Ottawa. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and hiking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 5 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Illinois Canyon Trailhead?

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a free water park and 2 bars. It's located 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Illinois Canyon Trailhead. Another good choice is KAYAK STARVED ROCK CAMPGROUND, located 0.3 mi (0.5 km) away.

How many hotels will I find close to Illinois Canyon Trailhead?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Illinois Canyon Trailhead.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Illinois Canyon Trailhead, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Illinois Canyon Trailhead.

What can I see and do near Illinois Canyon Trailhead?

Create some family memories at Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Mix's Trading Post. Buffalo Rock State Park, Starved Rock State Park or August Hill Winery Tasting Room are some local sights worth checking out. Matthiessen State Park and LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum are both worth a visit while you're out exploring.

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Our top choices for Illinois Canyon Trailhead hotels

1. Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

4. Best Western Oglesby Inn

5. Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru

7. Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area

8. Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park

10. Relax Inn

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park

12. Surrey Motel

13. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ottawa

14. Tourest Motel

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Peru

16. Daniel's Motel

17. Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park

Compare popular hotels close to Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Hotels recommended for families near Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

Top Illinois Canyon Trailhead Hotel Reviews

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

Surrey Motel

Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

Other attractions near Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Buffalo Rock State Park

Starved Rock State Park

Matthiessen State Park

Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park

Mix's Trading Post

LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum

August Hill Winery Tasting Room

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