How to Find Luxury Hotels in Gurnee, Illinois

Gurnee is located in northeastern Illinois, about 40 miles north of Chicago. The town is best known for its large shopping mall, the Six Flags Great America theme park and its convenient location between Milwaukee and Chicago. Tourists looking for a rest from the busy urban environment of Chicago should consider a stay in Gurnee.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• A computer with Internet capability for research and reservations

Travel to and in Gurnee, Illinois

1. Reach Gurnee via flights through Chicago and Milwaukee. Both cities feature international airports that service flights from around the country. Shuttles and rental cars are available at terminals in both airports.

2. Schedule a rental vehicle for your trip to Gurnee. While shuttles and buses can take travelers to Gurnee from area airports, personal vehicles are needed to get from place to place.

Find Luxury Accommodations in Gurnee, Illinois

3. Relax after a long day in Gurnee at hotels in nearby cities. Major hotel chains located in Milwaukee, Chicago, Gurnee and Schaumberg offer luxury accommodations with various amenities. Accommodations range from less than $100 to more than $200 per night. To book accommodations, contact the Lake County, Illinois Convention & Visitors Bureau at [phone] or visit their Web site (see Resources, below).

4. Watch the placid waters of the Chain O'Lakes area from your resort room. Rustic accommodations are available to tourists from Gurnee and other nearby cities from less than $100 to more than $175 per night. Fishing, boating and relaxation are standard fare.

5. Unwind after a long day of shopping and sightseeing on Fox Lake. Resorts along the lake offer boating, fishing and sunbathing to their guests. Fox Lake's cool waters and easy breezes make for a relaxing tourist destination.

Find Local Attractions in Gurnee, Illinois

6. Give yourself a unique thrill on the roller coasters of Six Flags Great America. Located along Highway 90 in Gurnee, Six Flags has dozens of exciting and heart-racing roller coasters and rides for all ages. The annual Fright Fest brings a Halloween theme to the park.

7. Drive north of Gurnee, Illinois, to enjoy the summer Bristol Renaissance Faire. Located in Kenosha, Wisconsin, the Renaissance Faire features jousting contests, specialty shops and delicious food.

8. Get ready to shop! Gurnee, Illinois, is one of the biggest retail shopping centers in the region. The Gurnee Mills mall has over 200 stores, outlets and a variety of restaurants to serve a variety of shopping needs.

Tips & Warnings

• Budget a good portion of your vacation money for shopping and entertainment. Vacationers and travelers in Gurnee will find it difficult not to spend some money at the Gurnee Mills mall or local shops. Six Flags Great America can also be quite pricey for unprepared travelers.