One- or Two-Night Stay at Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear Resort in Starved Rock, IL
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A family-friendly lodge with an indoor water park and an amusement park near white-pine and cedar forests
What You Get
Stay for six in family suite
- Option 1: $109 for a one-night stay, valid for check-in Sunday–Thursday in May (up to a $180 value)
- Option 2: $229 for a two-night stay, valid for Sunday–Wednesday check-in in June, July, and August (up to a $440 value)
Policies and Fees
Book by: 5/31/13 (option 1) or 7/19/13 (option 2)
Travel by: 5/31/13 (option 1) or 8/31/13 (option 2)- Blackout dates: no blackout dates
- Cancellation policy and fees: $25 fee to cancel. 72-hour cancellation notice or fee of applicable one night's stay up to the amount paid for Groupon applies
- Taxes: 11% tax not included
- Additional fees: nightly resort fee of $12 required at check-in. A refundable security deposit of $50 per reservation required at check-in
Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.
Rustic Lodge with Kid-Friendly Indoor Water Park and Playgrounds
Starved Rock State Park hugs the south bank of the Illinois River, less than two hours from Chicago. Waterfalls plunge into canyons and white-pine and cedar trees cling to sandstone bluffs at this woodsy retreat that attracts more than 2 million visitors each year. Just across the street from the park stands Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort, a rustic lodge with a slew of family-friendly activities, including a water park, theme park, 18-hole mini-golf course, and 60-game arcade.
Located near the main lodge, the 24,000-square-foot Grand Bear Falls indoor water park features a lagoon-style wave pool, a water slide, and a lazy river for tubing. Fountains spray youngsters in the playground area, and an oversize jacuzzi offers a quiet oasis for grownups. At the Enchanted Forest indoor amusement park next door, you'll find nine thrilling rides, including a tilt-a-whirl and a free-fall plunge.
After working up an appetite, head to Jack's Place Restaurant & Sports Bar for custom-made pizzas. Nearby family suites are outfitted with rough-hewn wood furnishings as well as mini fridges and microwaves; some units have balconies overlooking the grounds.
North Utica, Illinois: Scenic State Parks with Waterfalls and Hiking Trails
North Utica's star attraction is Starved Rock State Park, named one of the Seven Wonders of Illinois in a 2007 poll. Among the park's 13 miles of hiking trails, the LaSalle Canyon path stands out, thanks to several delicate, veil-like waterfalls along the way. For smaller crowds, try hiking through the lesser-known Matthiessen State Park, where deer congregate around salt-laden mineral springs.
Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.
Other Details
Room Details
Family Suite or Family Suite with Balcony
- Two queen beds and one sofa sleeper
- Standard occupancy: 6
- Maximum occupancy: 6
- Adding occupants above standard: not allowed
Hotel Policies
- Check-in: 4 p.m.
- Checkout: 11 a.m.
- Resort fee includes: water-park and amusement-park access, complimentary shuttle service, WiFi in the main lodge, parking, local calls
- Parking: included in resort fee
- Rollaways: not available
- Smoking policy: no smoking inside the property
- Pet policy: pets are not allowed inside the property.
- Accessibility: handicap-accessible rooms may be available, subject to availability.
- Room upgrades: not available
Amenities
- Indoor water park and theme park
- Adults-only jacuzzi area
- Restaurant, café, and candy shop
- Onsite arcade
- Free parking
- Free WiFi in main lodge
Traveler's Tips
- The indoor amusement park and mini-golf course both sell tickets to the public, but the water park is reserved for resort guests only.
Getting There
- By plane: about 70 miles from General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport (PIA); about 90 miles from Midway International Airport (MDW)
- By car: about 95 miles southwest of Chicago
Need To Know Info
- Promotional value expires Jul 19, 2013. Amount paid never expires.
- Book by 5/31/13 or 7/19/13, per option purchased, or promo value expires
- Travel by 5/31/13 or 8/31/13 per on option purchased
- 2/person, +1 as a gift
- 1/visit
- 2-night minimum stay to check in on 5/25
- Valid only for option purchased
- Reservation required, subject to availability
- $25 fee to cancel
- 72-hour cancellation notice required or fee of applicable one-night's stay up to the amount paid for Groupon applies
- Must be 21 or older to check in
- Credit card required at booking
- Refundable Security Deposit of $50 per reservation required at check-in
- 11% tax and daily $12 resort fee not included.
- Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
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