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Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

3.0 star property

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Front of property
A log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and large windows.
An indoor water park with a large pool, waterfalls, and a wooden play structure.
A row of log cabin-style buildings with balconies and stone pillars.
A spacious bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a large window providing natural light.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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2643 IL-178, Utica, IL, 61373
  • Place, Starved Rock State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Matthiessen State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Mix's Trading Post
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Suite with Balcony, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a desk with a chair, a balcony view, and a large mirror.

Family Suite with Balcony, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(67 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Villa, 2 Bedrooms

A row of log cabin-style buildings with balconies and stone pillars.

Villa, 2 Bedrooms

7.4 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • 167 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Sofa Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

A row of log cabins with large windows and balconies, situated by a calm lake.

Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 260 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 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
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Suite with Balcony, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a desk with a chair, a balcony view, and a large mirror.

Family Suite with Balcony, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

A four-poster bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table, a lamp, and a large bathtub.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

7.2 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Suite

  • Hill view
  • 46 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

This smoke-free hotel features free water park access, an indoor pool and a restaurant. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include 2 bars/lounges, a 24-hour fitness centre and a lazy river.
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock offers 92 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

An indoor pool, a children's pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a complimentary water park, a lazy river and a 24-hour fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Starved Rock State Park. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 2 bars.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Jack's Place, a family restaurant that serves American cuisine
  • Buffet breakfast served weekends for a fee
  • Splash around at the free water park with a lazy river or swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, meeting rooms and a gift shop
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym, mini golf and a playground
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Starved Rock State Park and 12 minutes on foot from Matthiessen State Park
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock offers its guests a complimentary water park, a lazy river, and a waterslide. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are also featured at the family-friendly Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Utica hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast on weekends from 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Jack's Place – This family restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Open select days.
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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Weekend buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 12 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-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Free water park
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • 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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 500 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from USD 12.00 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is 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

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 354 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 190 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 110 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 129 out of 1010 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was fun definitely would come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great will be back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice to have a full kitchen and cooking equipment. The water park was enjoyable and the bar staff was friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
the room was clean, the staff was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didnt eat breakfast at the hotel. However, we loved the free coffee. The hotel is aimed at kids and families.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms, staff was great, food was pricey but amazing. Waterpark was fun and kid friendly. As someone that came from Wisconsin it was a nice change from Wisconsin dells! Definitely will be back! Kids loved the movie night.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pass on the breakfast buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Verinique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice villa. Coffee machine didn’t work and there were no accommodations made
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It is very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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4/10 Poor

Raghad

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Resort Need More Staff At The Desk …. We had wait 2 hours to check in thats to much !!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean , everything you need , the miniature golf was closed for some reason . The restaurant was closed when we wanted lunch .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The family atmosphere is great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly room was clean. Only downside is arcade was pretty pricey but to be expected and pool water was freezing for being indoors my kids lips were purple after a hour but all in all very fun experience would definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
On weekdays off season, the restaurant and coffee shop are not open, so no breakfast is available
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Ramin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was closed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
A lot of things weren’t open for us when we went.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good staff, lots of amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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4/10 Poor

jesus

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurants closed, wave pool not working, dirty room on arrival, long wait to check in, the food are near pool closed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place was great, thinking about booking for a couple days during Christmas
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean cabin and great staff!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Ashleigh

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel room had a musty smell. Wait time at the restaurant for food was long. The chair outside on the balcony was broken. And the water at the water park was so cold everyone including small children were packing into the hot tub. Staff was kind and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We went for the water park, which was the perfect size for our young kids, but everything else was fine too and service was attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rogelio

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean place, good staff, good time
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mikel

Liked: Staff & service
The bigger water slides kids had to be 48 inches or taller. Food was very expensive in the resort and took hours to get due to needing kitchen help. A few minor things broken in the room and doors need new key card readers. Staff was very nice and friendly but seemed stressed and over worked needing a well deserved break. over all very clean and we had a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026