Waterfront Hotel and Marina

Property class: 2

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Waterfront Hotel and Marina provides amenities like a marina and a terrace.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 309
AED 342 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed abstract artwork on the wall, and a patterned bedspread.

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed artworks on the wall.

RiverView Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in McHenry, Waterfront Hotel and Marina is in the city center and on the waterfront. Volo Auto Museum and Powers-Walker Historical Homestead are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Regal Crystal Lake Showplace and Steeple Chase. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wilmot Raceway or Antioch Ampitheater. Boat tours offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our McHenry travel guide
Map
3309 North Chapel Hill Road, Johnsburg, McHenry, IL, 60051-2919

What's nearby

  • A marina with several boats docked and sailing on a calm lake under a partly cloudy sky.
    Geneva Lake
    28 min drive - 45.1 km
  • A roller coaster at an amusement park with autumn trees and a clear blue sky.
    Six Flags Great America
    29 min drive - 36.1 km
  • A city skyline with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water at dusk.
    Naval Base Great Lakes
    34 min drive - 42.9 km
  • Pistakee Lake
    1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gurnee Mills
    27 min drive - 33.9 km

Getting around

  • McHenry Station
    8 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)
    57 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • Riverside Chocolate Factory
    4 min drive
  • Chick-Fil-A®
    7 min drive
  • Culver's
    6 min drive
  • Casey's
    7 min drive

About this property

Waterfront Hotel and Marina

  • Hotel by the river
  • Waterfront Hotel and Marina provides amenities like a marina and a terrace.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Express check-out, express check-in, and a TV in the lobby
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Waterfront Hotel and Marina offer perks such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, as well as amenities like room service.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
    • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Hotel and Marina pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Hotel and Marina?

As of 24 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Hotel and Marina on 29 October 2026 start from AED 309, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Hotel and Marina?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Hotel and Marina?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Waterfront Hotel and Marina located?

Located in the heart of McHenry, this hotel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Pistakee Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Brandenburg Lake and McBark Dog Park. Volo Bog State Natural Area and Moraine Hills State Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Waterfront Hotel and Marina Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 494 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 494 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 494 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 494 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 494 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Staff/Owner was very pleasant and helpful, property was clean and some updates were nice, Problem is the water, this property is on a water well and the smell of sulfur is overwhelming strong ...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Water had a sulfur smell but it was an overall good stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly and the check in process was fantastic especially since we arrived particularly late due to a delayed flight. The hotel itself is dated but cute. The downside is the water. They are on a well so the water has a sulfur smell. Due to the sulfur smell we cut our stay short but the staff was understanding and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice place to stay without breaking the bank. Easy drive to Richmond, McHenry or even Crystal Lake. Parking was fine and the view was nice.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Location was wonderful. Staff was fine. Needs to be updated. Good value for the money
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Everything was ok except for the water, very strong sulphur smell. Could barely bathe in it and absolutely would not drink it. River view was nice but I was the only guest in the hotel for two days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was as expected and the customer service was phenomenal!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent and the rooms clean. They could use better pillows but otherwise we would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent owners clean room. Don’t hesitate to stay here it is wallet friendly and well managed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Great front desk staff. Easy check-in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

The manager is amazing and super communicative. The location is perfect, easy access to many different areas. Could use some updating and some deep cleaning, but overall a great hotel. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, nice location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is a nice hotel, nothing fancy but it was very clean. Check-in was fast and staff were very pleasant. Bed was hard but that is a personal thing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice older place.

Cool little hotel nice Mexican restaurant across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to stay

Great and easy check in. Perfect room for a shoet overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
The view was nice. Staff great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely little place, excellent staff

This property was a great find. It’s a nice little hotel with a great location. Staff was excellent and very friendly. Only issue was that the wifi wasn’t working, but they are working on a system upgrade and expect this to resolve soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The egg smelling water is terrible. But the ice machine must have had a filter because it was ok. We went to the store and bought drinking water. There is a broken hand rail on the stairs leading into the hotel which could be hazardous if you didn't notice it. Bring your own bath towels, they are thin and small. If you have a river view it is nice. Nice mini frig that was cold and a nice microwave. Decent value for what you get.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff. It was ver clean, needs some updating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy and secure. Room was clean. Air conditioner worked well but was quite loud when in was running. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable about the surrounding area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people. Clean place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit older but very clean! Was a great stay. It's right on the river. Quiet and relaxing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Diamond in the rough!

It’s not The Plaza, but so what. It’s clean, everyone is friendly, and the property is beautiful! The lake view is fantastic, and great bars and restaurants nearby. We’ll be back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Manag was super Helpful! I loved the View of the river from my room. Everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view of the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023