Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

3.0 star property
Comfortable golf hotel, walk to Starved Rock State Park

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Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

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Front of property
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, lifeguards on site
Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine
Combined shower/bathtub, towels

Overview of Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

7.4

Good

Highlights
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Utica by travellers.
  • Offers an on-site restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Utica.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
The price is ₹9,088
Price available on 15/04/2024

Explore the area

2643 IL-178, Utica, IL, 61373
  • Popular LocationGrand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationStarved Rock State Park4 min walk
  • Popular LocationMatthiessen State Park12 min walk
  • AirportPeru, IL (VYS-Illinois Valley Regional)17 min drive
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Room options

Family Suite with Balcony, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Suite with Balcony, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Villa, 2 Bedrooms

cleanliness

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
  • 167 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Sofa Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

cleanliness

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
3 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
4 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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

Utica

Located in Utica, Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock is next to a golf course and in a state park. Starved Rock State Park and Illinois River Winery are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Matthiessen State Park and Buffalo Rock State Park. Deer Park Country Club and LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with skydiving and hiking/biking trails.

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
  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Lodi Tap House Utica - 3 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 18 holes of golf, 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 family restaurant, Jack's Place, features American cuisine. 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), smoke-free property and free newspapers
  • A lift, a 24-hour front desk and meeting rooms
Room features
All 92 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Ice makers and irons/ironing boards
  • 42-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and desks

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–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

Things to do

  • 18 holes of golf
  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Free water park
  • Games
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Spa tub
  • Volleyball
  • Waterslide
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours

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 washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • 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 at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 500 per accommodation, per stay

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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

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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 29 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock on 15 Apr 2024 start from ₹9,088.15, excluding 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. 128 out of 443 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 443 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 443 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 443 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 443 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Ross

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a horrible experience here. The room was so dirty. The pull out bed was broken with dried up mold food stuck on it. The rugs were sticky. The box spring covers were very dirty with fresh stains. We were there for 2 nights. Made a call and visited the front desk 3 times. Never heard back or had a maid stop by. Also, filed complaint when leaving and we still haven’t heard back from a manager. We checked out Monday, March 25th.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Juan, miami

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service
Arrived at 10am with my wife 2 year child and 78 year old mom. Started snowing .. they said I couldn’t check in till 3pm the room was ready but they just couldn’t let me check in . I offered $200 to let me check in they said no. After speaking to a manager I was charged $75 but had to wait till noon… sink didn’t drain jacuzzi didn’t work toilet pressure was really bad .. all dinning options open at 5pm
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My two kids and I had a fantastic stay at Grand Bear. Indoor water park was a lot of fun. Rooms were very clean and spacious. Food options were really good. Great location, close to Starved Rock.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Booked online with the expectation that there were restaurants on site. We’d been traveling 10 hours. Everything was shut down. Got to our room and had to move due to ants. Then a trip back to town for food. Was worried that because the sofa in room 219 was visibly damaged, that would not be passed on to us. Still I think this would be a great vacation stop for a family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Jacob

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I heard mixed reviews of the property so I proceeded w/ caution. Upon check in I was informed that the big water slides were down as "something happened over the weekend". I was also told the restaurant will not be open despite my reservation saying free breakfast was included. There were not many people there, there MIGHT have been handful of guests overnight. We are in their off season so I understand. The waterpark was fun, we were the only guests there for the last hour and had it to ourselves. The arcade is a legit arcade where you can get tickets and all. The only drawback is that you need to buy a prepaid card that you swipe to play the games. The cheapest option to get a card is $25. The crane game prizes are stuffed far down and are next to impossible to get. The room was dated, needed some TLC. There is no cable TV. All they had is a very slow Vizio streaming interface on a small TV. The wifi is very slow and trying to pull anything up on the TV, along with the slow interface, was painful. Plan on bringing you own streaming stick. The room was passable but for picky travelers, they may not like it. I wish this place invested some money into upgrades. It has all the potential to be a family central Illinois destination

8/10 Good

Lacey, Savoy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

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

4/10 Poor

Leigh

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff here were super friendly and the facilities would potentially be ideal for a family weekend. However, cleanliness was a let down; the room was dim and dusty and the pool area was pretty dirty with food trash, beer cans and even used bandaids discarded around the facility.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024