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Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near Starved Rock State Park

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Front of property
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, lifeguards on site
Golf
Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Living area
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Escape to Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock, where natural beauty meets family-friendly fun. Tee off on the 18 holes of golf, unwind in the spa tub, or enjoy live shows and concerts. With a water park, mini golf course and an American cuisine restaurant serving breakfast and dinner you're sure to have a memorable stay.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Indoor pool and lazy river
  • Free water park
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Waterslide
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Arcade/games room

For families (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Playground on-site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift
The current price is AU$309
includes taxes & fees
2 June - 3 June

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite with Balcony, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed

Highlights

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite with Balcony, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed

Highlights

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Villa, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 167 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Sofa Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
TV
  • 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

Map
2643 IL-178, Utica, IL, 61373

What's nearby

  • Starved Rock State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Matthiessen State Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Deer Park Country Club - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Illinois River Winery - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

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
  • ‪The Rootbeer Stand - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Back Door Lounge - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock features a free water park and puts you within a five-minute walk of Starved Rock State Park. After hanging out at the indoor pool or lazy river, guests can grab a bite to eat at Jack's Place, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a 24-hour fitness centre and a hot tub. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 92 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 25
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 25
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop

Travelling with children

  • Free water park access
  • Children's pool
  • Mini golf
  • Lazy river
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Lifeguard on-site

What to do

  • Volleyball
  • Mini golf
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Public winery tours
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Zip-lining nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in reception

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Picnic area
  • Fireplace in reception
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An indoor pool
  • Free water park
  • Arcade/games room
  • Lazy river
  • Hot tub
  • Water slide
  • Wine-tasting room

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Ice maker

More

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Jack's Place – This family restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
Treetops Cafe – This café serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily.
J.H. Higby's – On-site bar. Open selected days.
Bear Island – This bar overlooks the garden. Open selected days.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 500 per accommodation, per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Service fee: 3 per cent

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 12.00 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant
  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort Utica
Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Utica
Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort Oglesby
Grizzly Jacks Grand Bear Hotel
Grizzly Jack`s Grand Bear Hotel Utica
Grizzly Jacks Grand Bear Resort
Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Oglesby
Grizzly Jack's Bear Oglesby
Bear At Starved Rock Utica
Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock Hotel
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock Utica
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock Hotel Utica

Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling, boat tours and fishing. Additional recreation on-site includes volleyball. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock also has 2 bars, a lazy river and a 24-hour fitness centre, as well as an arcade and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?

Yes, Jack's Place offers American cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock like?

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock is a short 4-minute walk from Starved Rock State Park and 12 minutes' walk from Matthiessen State Park.

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Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Water park
Service staff
Children
Food
Restaurant
Family friendly
Water
Villa
Location

Reviews

10/10

First time there and will be back.
2-night trip

10/10

Great place.
1-night trip

8/10

Hotel overall was nice. Room was ok, bathroom is very small and only had an open toilet seat which limited the space to place your belongings. Cleanliness was ok, and the overall furnishings were comfortable. The A/C did not work but their maintenance was very quick to replace. The staff worked to keep property clean but a lot of children so their work was cut out for them.
2-night trip

8/10

We came here for Spring Break. They were busy but well organized. The kids had a blast. Wish they had more activities during the week.
2-night trip

10/10

Beautifully maintained property and waterpark. Customer service was excellent. Great value for a waterpark and hotel. Will visit again!
2-night trip

10/10

Kid friendly, wished the water was more warmer
3-night trip

10/10

Nice family friendly resort.
3-night trip

4/10

Staff was frequently away from the front desk, waited several times for service. Flattest pillows I’ve ever experienced at a hotel & the lighting in the room was dismal at best, I could not see into my suitcase due to the poor lighting. Shower temp was luke warm with the hot water on all the way, bathroom door would not remain open unless propped. Room was cleanish but could have been better. Automatic doors at the entrance would be a plus, hard to manage luggage & open the doors. Food service at both the bar & restaurant were very slow. I expected better for the amount I paid.
4-night trip

10/10

Plenty of food options at property and consistently clean.
1-night trip

6/10

The Grand Bear resort was out Spring Break destination this year. Given a last minute change to a villa from a regular room I expected more. The unit we were put in (R2) seemed to need a complete make over. There was visible water damage and repair spot along the ceiling in the washrooms and kitchen. Because this was a last minute change we didn't bother to ask for a switch being that we would spend more time in the hotel pool and game area. Outside of the villa we had a great time and will return again but hopefully another unit will be offered.
2-night trip

10/10

Staff it’s very helpful great get away writhing two hours away from Chicagoland
1-night trip

10/10

Amazing place and stay!!!! My 12 yr olds had a blast!!!!! Room was great beds so comfy!!!!
2-night trip

4/10

Disappointed in condition of lodge for the amount of money charged. Limited parking. Coffee was gone by 7 am. Out dated furniture etc
1-night trip

10/10

Great
1-night trip

10/10

Family weekend of fun and this lodge definitely helped.
2-night trip

10/10

The family cabins that sleep up to 18 are perfect for a blended family getaway. The view was outstanding and the area offers lots of activities and eating options.
2-night trip

8/10

Everything is good except the utensils in our cabin
2-night trip

6/10

Good
2-night trip

10/10

I enjoyed my stay, me and the kids had a great time in the water park
1-night trip

10/10

Fun for the kids.
2-night trip

8/10

Decent, quiet and clean family resort.
3-night trip

10/10

Our room was quiet and comfy. Being able to visit starved rock so close by and go on a hike was a plus! We genuinely enjoyed our stay at Grand Bear!
2-night trip

10/10

Very nice place and friendly workers. I will stay again
1-night trip

6/10

Bathrooms need updated
2-night trip

8/10

The price was reasonable and everything was convenient.
2-night trip