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Recommended hotels in Crystal Lake

A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

1. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, delicious breakfast"
United States
Cheryl
The price is AED 365
AED 412 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Crystal Lake, IL
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, and a herringbone patterned floor.

2. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff were outstanding! Great service, and the food was amazing! Their breakfast menu, their buffets and their dinners were excellent, great taste and looked awesome too. Definitely recommend staying here!"
United States
Philip
The price is AED 433
AED 490 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Holiday Inn Chicago Nw Crystal Lk Conv Ctr by IHG
A hotel room with a bathtub, two beds, a sofa, a small table, and two wall-mounted lamps.

3. Comfort Inn Crystal Lake - Algonquin

Comfort Inn Crystal Lake - Algonquin
2.5 star property
Crystal Lake
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"Overall a good experience with a clean room and a kind receptionist who checked me in. The only complaint I had was that I ended up mixing breakfast due to having to get ready in the dark (the power went out in my room) and having to pack that way as well to get ready to leave"
United States
Kendra
The price is AED 338
AED 382 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Comfort Inn Crystal Lake - Algonquin
A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

4. Super 8 by Wyndham Crystal Lake

Super 8 by Wyndham Crystal Lake
2.0 star property
Crystal Lake
6.6 out of 10, (582 reviews)
"It was very pleasant to stay at."
United States
Julie
The price is AED 265
AED 300 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Crystal Lake
A hotel room with a bed, wardrobe, desk, and a TV mounted on the wall.

5. 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)
"Quick check in process, room was nice and clean, breakfast was good and just a relaxing stay for the night"
United States
Beverly
The price is AED 389
AED 432 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Chicago-Algonquin by IHG
A spacious living area with a large island, bar stools, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace.

6. Hampton Inn McHenry

Hampton Inn McHenry
2.5 star property
McHenry
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great rooms and good customer service, great for families"
United States
Jose
The price is AED 421
AED 467 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hampton Inn McHenry
A breakfast area with a sign that reads "HAPPY BREAKFAST STARTS HERE," a fruit bowl, and a wall with a "HEAT" sign.

7. Hampton Inn by Hilton Huntley Chicago

Hampton Inn by Hilton Huntley Chicago
2.5 star property
Huntley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (422 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
The price is AED 434
AED 501 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Hampton Inn by Hilton Huntley Chicago
A modern hotel room with a large mirror, a bathtub, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a large window.

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)
"Clean room and helpful staff."
United States
Raul
The price is AED 317
AED 352 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
AmericInn by Wyndham Woodstock IL
A restaurant with booths, tables, and framed pictures on the wall.

9. Elgin Inn

Elgin Inn
3.0 star property
Elgin
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (876 reviews)
"The staff was very respectful. The room was very clean."
United States
Shpresa
The price is AED 294
AED 335 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Elgin Inn
A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a hanging chair, surrounded by a building with large windows and balconies.

10. Best Western Plus Elgin - Chicago

Best Western Plus Elgin - Chicago
3.0 star property
West Dundee
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,091 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Grant
The price is AED 320
AED 359 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Best Western Plus Elgin - Chicago
A hotel room with a large bed, a red armchair, a small desk, a mirror, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a shower.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Elgin, IL
2.5 star property
Elgin
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was courteous"
United States
Michael
The price is AED 262
AED 299 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Elgin, IL
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, and a large window.

12. Comfort Suites Elgin Northwest

Comfort Suites Elgin Northwest
2.5 star property
Elgin
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Front desk was amazing"
United States
Anna
The price is AED 379
AED 432 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Comfort Suites Elgin Northwest
A Holiday Inn hotel with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a parking lot with cars.

13. 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)
"Great stay!"
United States
Susan
The price is AED 485
AED 553 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Holiday Inn Chicago Northwest-Elgin by IHG
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a television.

14. 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, (994 reviews)
"very pleasant stay"
United States
Christopher
The price is AED 393
AED 436 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, a Lake Zurich-Barrington by IHG
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a display of amenities.

15. Hilton Garden Inn Hoffman Estates

Hilton Garden Inn Hoffman Estates
3.0 star property
Hoffman Estates
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Parking, room and staff were excellent!"
United States
Armonte
The price is AED 389
AED 439 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Hoffman Estates
A modern dining area with high tables and bar stools, large windows with curtains, and a ceiling fan.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago/St. Charles

Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago/St. Charles
2.5 star property
St. Charles
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean rooms staff was ready to help quick check in breakfast was nice"
United States
Chiquilla
The price is AED 309
AED 346 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago/St. Charles
A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, seating areas, and a reception desk.

17. Chicago Marriott Northwest

Chicago Marriott Northwest
3.5 star property
Hoffman Estates
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"The fact that it’s so quiet you can completely relax here"
United States
Andrea
The price is AED 437
AED 494 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Chicago Marriott Northwest
A gazebo with a brick wall, a pond, and a building in the background.

18. Baymont By Wyndham Schaumburg Chicago Northwest

Baymont By Wyndham Schaumburg Chicago Northwest
2.5 star property
Schaumburg
6.4 out of 10, (307 reviews)
"Ac was great and bed was comfy"
United States
Justin
The price is AED 245
AED 282 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Baymont By Wyndham Schaumburg Chicago Northwest
A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, doors on both sides, and a long corridor leading to a bright room at the end.

19. Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond

Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond
2.5 star property
Richmond
7.8 out of 10, Good, (786 reviews)
"Convenient access to the parking lot made heading out every day easier."
United States
Bill
The price is AED 290
AED 322 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond
A modern lobby with a curved seating area, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

20. Hyatt Place Chicago/Hoffman Estates

Hyatt Place Chicago/Hoffman Estates
3.0 star property
Hoffman Estates
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,093 reviews)
"Downtown, safe, rooftop Bar, updated rooms"
United States
Dean D
The price is AED 404
AED 456 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hyatt Place Chicago/Hoffman Estates
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Learn more about Crystal Lake

Nestled around its namesake body of water, this charming town offers excellent fishing and boating at Three Oaks Recreation Area. Main Beach Park and the historic Dole Mansion provide perfect spots for summer picnics and exploring local heritage.

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A row of covered boats by a tree and a dock at sunset.
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Top reviews in Crystal Lake

A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Crystal Lake, IL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Crystal Lake, IL

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

10/10 Excellent

Would definitely stay again!
United States
Megan
Reviewed February 27, 2023
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Crystal Lake, IL

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: Holiday Inn Chicago Nw Crystal Lk Conv Ctr by IHG - 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from the heart of Crystal Lake. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this motel. Comfort Inn & Suites Arlington Heights - Schaumburg - 21.7 mi (34.9 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. Hyatt Regency Schaumburg Chicago - 19.5 mi (31.4 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. Motel 6 Rolling Meadows, IL - Chicago Northwest - 17.9 mi (28.8 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. Comfort Inn Chicago Schaumburg - O'Hare Airport - 19.5 mi (31.5 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.