McHenry

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Where to stay in McHenry

Find the best McHenry areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Pistakee Highlands

Pistakee Highlands might not have many top sights, but Jet Funn and Chain 'O Lakes State Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Abbey Resort and Avani Spa

Abbey Resort and Avani Spa

3.5 out of 5
269 Fontana Boulevard Fontana WI
The price is RM631 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
RM631
RM802 total
21 Jun - 22 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Fontana. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,904 reviews)
"A beautiful get away for our 50th. Wedding anniversary. Enjoyed the amenities and amazing harbor views. Spent the following day enjoying a visit to downtown Lake Geneva."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Abbey Resort and Avani Spa
Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva

Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva

3.5 out of 5
300 Wrigley Dr Lake Geneva WI
The price is RM639 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
RM639
RM813 total
4 Jun - 5 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Lake Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,352 reviews)
"The property was clean, looked nice, and staff was great. They have tried doing updates to the rooms, but the place is in need of some major renovations. Bathroom drywall is coming apart, bathroom tile is in rough shape, etc...Just a lot of little things like that. We didn't use the indoor pool or ..."

Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva
Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

3 out of 5
1700 Nations Dr Gurnee IL
The price is RM650 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
RM650
RM741 total
9 Jun - 10 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Gurnee. Enjoy 6 indoor pools, 5 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"My kids loved the waterslides everything."

Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Great Wolf Lodge Illinois
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Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark

Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark

3.5 out of 5
7020 Grand Geneva Way Lake Geneva WI
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Lake Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,278 reviews)
"Loved the staff the place is worn out needs renovation not worth what I paid"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark
Mill Creek Hotel

Mill Creek Hotel

2.5 out of 5
123 Center Street Lake Geneva WI
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Lake Geneva. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,239 reviews)
"A fantastic location and lovely spot. The suite was large and one of the most thoughtfully appointed that I've ever seen."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Mill Creek Hotel
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Panorama of a field of Gayfeathers or Blazing Star wildflowers at Moraine Hills State Park in Illinois

Moraine Hills State Park

You can take time to visit Moraine Hills State Park during your travels to McHenry. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Moraine Hills State Park

Volo Auto Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Volo Auto Museum during your travels in Lakemoor. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Volo Auto Museum

Petersen Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Petersen Park Beach during your trip to McHenry? Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Petersen Park Beach

McHenry Shores Beach Park

Explore the great outdoors at McHenry Shores Beach Park, a lovely green space in McHenry. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

McHenry Shores Beach Park

McCullom Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at McCullom Lake during your travels in McHenry. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.

McCullom Lake

McHenry City Hall

After visiting McHenry City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in McHenry. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

McHenry City Hall
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