A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date.
Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!
A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Ottawa Starved Rock Area offers close proximity to three gorgeous state parks, including Starved Rock State Park, and convenient access to Interstate 80. From corporate meetings to family reunions or sporting events, the hotel provides exceptional customer service and modern guest rooms with all the amenities you’re looking for:
Complimentary Breakfast
Free WiFi
Indoor Pool and Whirlpool
Pet-Friendly
Fitness Center
Free Parking
On-Site Event ...
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock features 11,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Starved Rock Area, our event spaces are great for special events, kid's birthday parties, family reunions, conferences, weddings, holiday parties, business meetings and retreats. 9 stylish spaces offer both formal and casual settings for business, relaxation and fun.
A warm welcome and the comforts of home await you at the Hampton Inn Joliet I-55. Located within 15 minutes of Downtown Joliet, guest can easily catch a Joliet Slammers ball game, take in the high octane of NASCAR thrills at Chicagoland Speedway, try their luck at Harrah’s or Hollywood Casino, or learn about history at the Old Joliet Prison. After a day of experiencing Joliet and the Heritage Corridor, the Hampton Inn Joliet I-55 is the place for relaxation and good night sleep.
Just off I-80, The Hampton Inn Ottawa Starved Rock is a quick drive from the epic rock formations and waterfalls of Starved Rock State Park. Enjoy fresh guest rooms and great service as well as:
Complimentary Breakfast
Free WiFi
Indoor Pool and Whirlpool
Pet-Friendly
Fitness Center
Free Parking
On-Site Event Space
Enjoy a great night sleep at Joliet’s newest hotel, the Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Rock Run Convention Center. Located off of I-80 in Joliet, you will be in the heart of the area’s best museums, restaurants and attractions. The Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Rock Run Convention Center is the lodging choice for travelers experiencing the Chicagoland Speedway, Historic Route 66, Old Joliet Prison, Harrah’s Joliet and Hollywood Casino. Enjoy a great meal at Burger Theory, located ...
Fox River Resort has spacious, condo-style two-bedroom villas from 856 to 1,330 square feet. Condos come complete with living rooms and full kitchens. Washers and dryers are included in select villas, and free laundry facilities are available on-site. Wi-fi and parking are free for guests.
Fox River Resort is much more than a splash-filled water park resort. We offer so many other fun-filled things to do, too, like an 18-hole mini golf course, seven-acre fishing and boating ...
Situated along the Illinois River, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Peru is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore breathtaking views of Starved Rock State Park or ride a bike along the historic I&M Canal. The Peru Mall is only a mile away and the hotel is conveniently located off I-80 and features:
Complimentary Breakfast
Free WiFi
Indoor Pool and Whirlpool
Pet-Friendly
Fitness Center
Free Parking
On-Site Event Space
Historically important and architecturally unique, the Reddick Mansion anchors Washington Square, the site of the first Lincoln-Douglas Debate in Ottawa, Illinois. Finished in 1858, the Reddick Mansion, a lovely 22-room Italianate structure, was possibly the most expensive and ornate pre-Civil War home built in Illinois. Take a step back into the 19th century and visit the Reddick Mansion, where numerous rooms have been restored to their previous grandeur. A $1.4 million exterior ...
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