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Our top choices for Illinois Waterway Visitor Center hotels

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Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock
3.0 star property
2.3 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"The family atmosphere is great"
United States
Maria
The price is S$161
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan, 2026
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock
Lobby
Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock
2.0 star property
8.3 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Room Was clean and the staff was nice. "
United States
Kathryn
The price is S$101
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock
Coffee service
Best Western Oglesby Inn

Best Western Oglesby Inn

Best Western Oglesby Inn
2.5 star property
8.5 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Good solid place to stay. A bit out of the way for most restaurants, but within easy driving distance."
United States
Alan
The price is S$141
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Best Western Oglesby Inn
Coffee service
Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru

Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru

Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru
2.5 star property
12.7 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (617)
"Very clean, friendly staff "
United States
Daniel
The price is S$165
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG
2.5 star property
13.6 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (548)
"Clean room, warm and nice staff "
United States
Courtney
The price is S$185
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG
Reception
Hampton Inn & Suites Peru

Hampton Inn & Suites Peru

Hampton Inn & Suites Peru
2.5 star property
12.8 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (696)
"Clean !!"
United States
Gary
The price is S$201
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Peru
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Surrey Motel

Surrey Motel

Surrey Motel
2.0 star property
13.5 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
6.8 out of 10, (89)
"The place was quiet, and clean. I would definitely stay there again."
United States
Alice
The price is S$93
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Surrey Motel
Exterior
Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock
2.0 star property
13.7 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Cleanroom. Friendly staff "
United States
Tammy
The price is S$101
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan, 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock
Exterior
Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
2.0 star property
15.1 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (100)
"Nice place "
United States
roxana
The price is S$227
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Indoor pool
Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area

Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area

Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area
2.5 star property
13.8 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (776)
"Nice Good Hotel & They Serve The Nice Breakfast They Kinda Have A Mini Buffet "
United States
Antwain
The price is S$133
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area
Indoor pool
Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park
2.5 star property
12.8 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (685)
"Nice stay for price allowed dog"
United States
Ruth
The price is S$124
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026
Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park
Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park
3.0 star property
12.7 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (160)
"The room was clean, the breakfast was good. "
United States
Alexander
The price is S$138
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park
Exterior
Tourest Motel

Tourest Motel

Tourest Motel
2.0 star property
13.6 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
2.8 out of 10, (3)
"Warning, do not rent a room here. Stay away. This place is full of false advertising. They have an extra hidden fee that they don’t show online that they force you to pay when you rent a room here. Second of all they advertise that they have smoke free rooms, which they don’t. I booked a smoke free room and was given a smoking room. When I complained at the desk , the employee worker became super aggressive and started threatening me, and was yelling at me. This is the worst place I have ever...
United States
Erik
The price is S$84
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026
Tourest Motel
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Starved Rock Area

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Starved Rock Area

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Starved Rock Area
2.5 star property
13.9 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (630)
"The staff was friendly and the room was clean and comfortable. "
United States
Candice
The price is S$182
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Starved Rock Area
Free daily self-service breakfast
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Peru - Lasalle Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Peru - Lasalle Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Peru - Lasalle Area by IHG
2.5 star property
12.8 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (97)
"Clean rooms staff are very welcoming and breakfast was yummy !!!!"
United States
Alma
The price is S$239
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Peru - Lasalle Area by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast
Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)
2.5 star property
13.9 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (664)
"Very nice, great breakfast "
United States
Mary
The price is S$198
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan, 2026
Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)
Pool
Daniel's Motel

Daniel's Motel

Daniel's Motel
2.0 star property
9.5 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
The price is S$140
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Daniel's Motel
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park

Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park

Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park
2.0 star property
12.9 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
7.0 out of 10, Good, (860)
"Easy on and off highway and always friendly staff."
United States
Chris
The price is S$85
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan, 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park
Free continental breakfast
Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park

Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park

Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park
2.5 star property
14 km from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
7.4 out of 10, Good, (219)
"All was Good stay frequently "
United States
Billi Jo
The price is S$96
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan, 2026
Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park
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Top Illinois Waterway Visitor Center Hotel Reviews

Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

10/10 Excellent
"Cleanroom. Friendly staff "
Tammy 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

Hotels near other Illinois Waterway Visitor Center attractions

Starved rock state park, Illinois
Photo by Milind Mathur
Open Photo by Milind Mathur

Starved Rock State Park

4.7/5 (323 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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Cascade Falls at Matthiessen State Park in Oglesby, Illinois

Matthiessen State Park

4.7/5 (156 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Illinois Waterway Visitor Center?
Illinois Waterway Visitor Center is located in a welcoming area of Ottawa that travellers like for its parks and hiking. You'll find 47 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center?
Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center. Another good choice is Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock, located 1.5 mi (2.3 km) away.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Illinois Waterway Visitor Center?
Expedia has 47 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Illinois Waterway Visitor Center.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center.
What can I see and do near Illinois Waterway Visitor Center?
You'll have countless hours of family fun at Mix's Trading Post, Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Dickinson House. Explore nature at Illinois & Michigan Canal and Illinois Canyon Trailhead. Starved Rock State Park, August Hill Winery Tasting Room or Matthiessen State Park are some local sights worth checking out.