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Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

3.0 star property
Comfortable golf hotel, walk to Starved Rock State Park

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Front of property
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, lifeguards on site
Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine
Combined shower/tub, towels
Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

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  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

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Map
2643 IL-178, Utica, IL, 61373
  • Popular LocationGrand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationStarved Rock State Park4 min walk
  • Popular LocationMatthiessen State Park12 min walk
  • AirportPeru, IL (VYS-Illinois Valley Regional)17 min drive

Room options

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

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite with Balcony, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Shower/tub combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite with Balcony, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | TV

Villa, 2 Bedrooms

8.1/10 Very Good

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
  • 167 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
3 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
4 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
  • 260 sq m
  • Sleeps 18
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed, 2 Queen Beds, 2 Queen Bunk Beds, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Utica

Located in Utica, Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock is next to a golf course and in a state park. Starved Rock State Park and Illinois River Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Matthiessen State Park and Buffalo Rock State Park. Deer Park Country Club and LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and skydiving.
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What's nearby

  • Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 1 min walk
  • Starved Rock State Park - 4 min walk
  • Matthiessen State Park - 12 min walk
  • Illinois River Winery - 3 min drive
  • Deer Park Country Club - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Mendota Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store - 6 min drive
  • Casey's General Store - 11 min drive
  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Lodi Tap House Utica - 3 min drive

About this property

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

Family-friendly hotel near Starved Rock State Park
Located close to Deer Park Country Club and Illinois River Winery, Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock provides 18 holes of golf, free water park access, and concerts and live shows. Active travelers can enjoy volleyball at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the spa tub. The on-site American cuisine family restaurant, Jack's Place, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to mini golf and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool, with a lazy river, a waterslide, and a lifeguard on site
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and a gift shop
  • ATM/banking services, a 24-hour front desk, and games
Room features
All 92 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Ice makers and irons/ironing boards
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee weekends 8:00 AM–11:00 AM: USD 14 for adults and USD 9.50 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 2 bars/lounges

Restaurants on site

  • Jack's Place
  • Treetops Cafe
  • J.H. Higby's
  • Bear Island

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 18 holes of golf
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Free water park access
  • Indoor pool
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Public winery tours
  • Spa tub
  • Volleyball
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Elevator
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Lifeguards on site
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Games
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

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 available
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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 500 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service fee: 3 percent

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 14 for adults and USD 9.50 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock located?

This family-friendly Utica hotel is located in a state park, within a 15-minute walk of Starved Rock State Park and Matthiessen State Park. Illinois River Winery and Deer Park Country Club are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 475 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 475 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 475 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 475 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 475 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a fun cabin break down and safe in it's own little environment
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Family friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jawahar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet place, Very friendly staff. Any issues addressed immediately.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cynthia L.

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Melissa who checked us in and ran shifts at front desk was incredibly rude and was not willing to help with any requests we asked her. When we arrived after hiking all day and went to our room there was no working air conditioning and could not get couch to setup correctly. My husband went down to Melissa where she said very shortly that he would have to wait on maintenance then turned her back on him. I then went up there asking when maintenance would be there because I wanted a shower. She said there were calls ahead of us (which we found out there were not) and we had to WAIT! I then asked if we could switch rooms with everything else going on and she told me "there was a process" with a snarky attitude. I said can we switch rooms i would like a shower and she flat out said no! We then said we wanted to leave and were requesting a refund where she stated "no" again! She was rude and would do nothing to make us feel like we were valued there. Nick, maintenance, came in and was fantastic and Jamie at front desk was also understanding to our concerns. I have never been treated so ignorantly when I AM PAYING for a service and I expect to be treated like a guest. I almost walked out and completely forfeited our super expensive stay there for no amenities because it was "off season" Website needs to explain the use of the water a lot clearer or we would not have stayed there. The pool/whirlpool and our Waterpark was what we wanted after long days of hiking. Melissa has horrible
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was suitable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Johnny

I was there 2 days and they didn't come clean the room or change towels
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely accommodating staff, one of the cleanest rooms I’ve ever stayed in, the amenities were great! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Kristie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, except for WiFi and a few other small things. WiFi was terrible which made it difficult to even watch TV. The TV kept turning off randomly. They had a wedding in the open area which made it very loud in hall with kids running late into the night and loud music that could be heard throughout the hotel. Pool was closed for portion of the time and hot tub was down most of the time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024