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Recommended hotels in Crystal Lake

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1. Holiday Inn Chicago Nw Crystal Lk Conv Ctr by IHG

Holiday Inn Chicago Nw Crystal Lk Conv Ctr by IHG
3.0 star property
Crystal Lake
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice place, good little bar, clean rooms."
United States
Kelly
$100 nightly
The price is $113
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Chicago Nw Crystal Lk Conv Ctr by IHG
Lobby

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Crystal Lake, IL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Crystal Lake, IL
2.5 star property
Crystal Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Loved our stay!"
United States
Lauren
$104 nightly
The price is $118
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Crystal Lake, IL
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

3. Comfort Inn Crystal Lake - Algonquin

Comfort Inn Crystal Lake - Algonquin
2.5 star property
Crystal Lake
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Good experience"
United States
Randy
$96 nightly
The price is $109
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn Crystal Lake - Algonquin
Desk, bed sheets

4. Super 8 by Wyndham Crystal Lake

Super 8 by Wyndham Crystal Lake
2.0 star property
Crystal Lake
6.6 out of 10, (577 reviews)
"It was very pleasant to stay at."
United States
Julie
$90 nightly
The price is $102
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
Super 8 by Wyndham Crystal Lake
Lobby sitting area

5. Hampton Inn McHenry

Hampton Inn McHenry
2.5 star property
McHenry
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Very clean! Excellent staff! Was glad we booked this hotel."
United States
Samantha
$130 nightly
The price is $145
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn McHenry
Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

6. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Chicago-Algonquin by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Chicago-Algonquin by IHG
2.5 star property
Algonquin
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"We've stayed here multiple times and always excellent."
United States
Nicholas
$120 nightly
The price is $133
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Chicago-Algonquin by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast

7. Hampton Inn by Hilton Huntley Chicago

Hampton Inn by Hilton Huntley Chicago
2.5 star property
Huntley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (403 reviews)
"Highly recommend this hotel, one of the only hotels I’ll stay at in Chicago and one of the best hotel breakfasts"
United States
Kourtney
$114 nightly
The price is $132
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn by Hilton Huntley Chicago
Jetted tub

8. AmericInn by Wyndham Woodstock IL

AmericInn by Wyndham Woodstock IL
3.0 star property
Woodstock
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Had a great time! Everyone was wonderful!"
United States
Dylan P
$90 nightly
The price is $100
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
AmericInn by Wyndham Woodstock IL
Free daily continental breakfast

9. Elgin Inn

Elgin Inn
3.0 star property
Elgin
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (833 reviews)
"It’s a nice place to stay for the night."
United States
Marlene
$88 nightly
The price is $100
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Elgin Inn
Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

10. Comfort Suites Elgin Northwest

Comfort Suites Elgin Northwest
2.5 star property
Elgin
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean and comfortable. The staff at the front desk was very kind."
United States
Anangel
$108 nightly
The price is $124
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Suites Elgin Northwest
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11. Waterfront Hotel and Marina

Waterfront Hotel and Marina
2.0 star property
McHenry
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (485 reviews)
"Water had a sulfur smell but it was an overall good stay"
United States
Adam
$84 nightly
The price is $93
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Waterfront Hotel and Marina
Fireplace

12. Best Western Plus Elgin - Chicago

Best Western Plus Elgin - Chicago
3.0 star property
West Dundee
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,025 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Jocelyn
$87 nightly
The price is $98
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Elgin - Chicago
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, internet (free)

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Elgin, IL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Elgin, IL
2.5 star property
Elgin
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very disappointed in the cleanliness of this hotel."
United States
Lawrence
$81 nightly
The price is $93
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Elgin, IL
Indoor pool, sun loungers

14. Holiday Inn Chicago Northwest-Elgin by IHG

Holiday Inn Chicago Northwest-Elgin by IHG
3.0 star property
Elgin
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean rooms friendly staff."
United States
Ronald
$137 nightly
The price is $156
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Chicago Northwest-Elgin by IHG
Lobby

15. Hilton Garden Inn Hoffman Estates

Hilton Garden Inn Hoffman Estates
3.0 star property
Hoffman Estates
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Parking, room and staff were excellent!"
United States
Armonte
$108 nightly
The price is $122
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn Hoffman Estates
Property amenity

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, a Lake Zurich-Barrington by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, a Lake Zurich-Barrington by IHG
2.5 star property
Lake Zurich
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (969 reviews)
"Friendly staff and great location"
United States
Christopher Howard
$118 nightly
The price is $131
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, a Lake Zurich-Barrington by IHG
Indoor pool

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago Deer Park

Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago Deer Park
2.5 star property
Barrington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (755 reviews)
"Very convenient location close to shopping centers, restaurants and grocery stores."
United States
Paula
$139 nightly
The price is $154
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago Deer Park
Restaurant

18. Hyatt Place Chicago/Hoffman Estates

Hyatt Place Chicago/Hoffman Estates
3.0 star property
Hoffman Estates
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,090 reviews)
"This property was great!"
United States
Jesse
$110 nightly
The price is $124
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Chicago/Hoffman Estates
Hallway

19. Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond

Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond
2.5 star property
Richmond
7.8 out of 10, Good, (757 reviews)
"My room was totally cleaned each day. The staff were very friendly and the hotel was very clean."
United States
Dawn
$86 nightly
The price is $95
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond
View from property

20. Chicago Marriott Northwest

Chicago Marriott Northwest
3.5 star property
Hoffman Estates
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, quiet even with the place being packed - outstanding hotel!!!"
United States
Slobodan
$143 nightly
The price is $162
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Chicago Marriott Northwest
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Top Crystal Lake Hotel Reviews

Chez Hotel Arlington Heights

Chez Hotel Arlington Heights

10/10 Excellent
"I enjoyed my stay. I like how they have parties on their rooftop restaurant. When I needed a vase for my flowers the front desk gave me one for my stay and scissors. I would stay again."
Jalicia 3-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Chez Hotel Arlington Heights

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Crystal Lake Hostels information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
$93
Highest Price
$162

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Crystal Lake?
Our travelers like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may have reasonable room rates: Hyatt Regency Schaumburg Chicago - 19.5 mi (31.4 km) from the heart of Crystal Lake. Located within a 20-minute walk of Woodfield Mall. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Comfort Inn & Suites Arlington Heights - Schaumburg - 21.7 mi (34.9 km) from the heart of Crystal Lake. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this motel. Great Wolf Lodge Illinois - 21.4 mi (34.4 km) from the heart of Crystal Lake. You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this motel. Comfort Inn Chicago Schaumburg - O'Hare Airport - 19.5 mi (31.5 km) from the heart of Crystal Lake. Located within a 20-minute walk of Woodfield Mall. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. DoubleTree by Hilton Libertyville - Mundelein - 16.4 mi (26.3 km) from the heart of Crystal Lake. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Crystal Lake?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 28°F. The snowiest months in Crystal Lake are January, November, February, and October, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in Crystal Lake?
Generally, Crystal Lake is known for its football, live music, and restaurants. Get out into nature with places like Crystal Lake Park, Main Beach, and Three Oaks Recreation Area. Cultural attractions include Woodstock Opera House, Volo Auto Museum, and Illinois Railway Museum. Locals like to shop at Arboretum of South Barrington and Deer Park Town Center.
What's the best way to get to and around Crystal Lake while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Crystal Lake on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive), 23 mi (37 km) away from the city center. Another option is Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage), situated 23.3 mi (37.5 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transit during your trip. Train stations like Crystal Lake Station and Crystal Lake Pingree Road Station make it easy to see more of the area.

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