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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a window with a view.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a modern wall design, and overhead lighting.

A modern breakfast area with a digital menu display, a variety of food options, and a clean, contemporary design.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee cups and containers.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

11.1 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Keith

₩164,852

₩182,952 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, air conditioning units, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

A memorial with a brick pathway, surrounded by greenery and multiple flags.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large waterfall painting on the wall.

2. Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

11.2 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Samantha

₩97,986

₩108,744 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A rustic cabin with a dining area, a bicycle, and a sign reading "Vangelis".

A compact cabin with a wooden interior, a small kitchenette, a bench with cushions, and a window offering a view of trees.

A compact kitchen with wooden walls, a window with a view of greenery, a built-in dishwasher, and a small countertop with various kitchen items.

3. Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

11.4 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Brittany

₩203,720

₩285,584 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern kitchen with large windows, a buffet counter, and a chalkboard menu.

An indoor swimming pool with blue walls, multiple lounge chairs, and potted plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a coffee station.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

4. Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

11.6 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Amy

₩226,705

₩251,597 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a reception desk, a kitchen area, and a fireplace.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, tiled walls, and a view of parked cars outside.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a colorful fruit mural on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a no diving sign.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Starved Rock Area

11.4 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Andrew

₩196,053

₩217,580 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and a ceiling fan. There are potted plants and a white fence around the pool.

A shelf with various packaged food items, including coffee creamer and other dairy products.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and artwork on the walls.

A Days Inn hotel with a brick facade, a large sign, and a parking area.

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

11.7 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Deborah

₩107,355

₩119,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A swimming pool with steps and lounge chairs, large arched windows, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a bench, a TV, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

A hotel with a covered entrance, a flag, and a landscaped area with plants.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a sign reading "Comfort Inn," and a mirror on the wall.

7. Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area

11.5 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Neveah

₩135,567

₩150,452 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A pool area with a clear blue pool, white walls, and arched windows.

A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a reception desk, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, a flat-screen TV, a coffee station, and a view of the parking lot.

8. Best Western Oglesby Inn

11.9 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Diana

₩132,686

₩147,255 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A dining area with wooden flooring, tables, and chairs. There are ceiling fans, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, tiled walls, and a blue and white color scheme.

A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Quality Inn.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

9. Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

17.2 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Scott

₩102,047

₩115,293 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered walkway and a parking lot in front.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, wooden panel walls, and large arched windows.

A reception desk with a waterfall mural in the background and a sign that reads "wake up on the bright side PERU".

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park

17 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Jymea

₩121,829

₩137,643 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, columns, and a brick facade.

A modern breakfast bar with labeled sections for bakery, fruit, cereal, and coffee.

A reception desk with a modern design, a digital screen, and a wall with geometric patterns.

A swimming pool with chairs and tables along the side, large windows with a view of trees, and recessed lighting.

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Peru - Lasalle Area by IHG

17.2 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Clint

₩213,101

₩240,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A reception desk with a glass panel design, a framed welcome sign, and a patterned wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a cityscape view, a round mirror, and a green chair.

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Super 8".

A hotel room with two beds, a large framed cityscape mirror, and a nightstand with a lamp.

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park

17.3 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Edwin

₩80,885

₩91,384 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A log cabin-style building with a covered entrance, a landscaped area with rocks and shrubs, and a clear sky.

A row of log cabin-style buildings with balconies and stone pillars.

A log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and large windows.

An indoor water park with a large pool, waterfalls, and a wooden play structure.

13. Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

6.2 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Sue

₩146,960

₩167,989 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with a white vanity, a round mirror, a built-in microwave, and a door with a handle.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern facade, multiple entry points, and a parking lot.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a blue sofa, and a kitchen area in the background.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Peru

17.1 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Alma

₩192,528

₩217,518 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern lounge area with blue chairs, a fireplace, and a kitchen in the background.

A gym with treadmills, a mirrored wall, and a rack of dumbbells.

A snack shelf stocked with various chips and snacks, a small refrigerator with beverages, and a freezer with frozen goods.

A reception desk with a black countertop, wooden paneling, and a patterned glass partition.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru

17 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Drew

₩167,667

₩189,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A sign for a Relax Inn with a parking symbol.

A row of white commercial washers with instructions taped to them.

A hallway with a bulletin board, a window, and an 'OFFICE' sign.

A bed with floral bedding, a bedside lamp, and a wall-mounted light switch.

16. Relax Inn

18.9 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Brayden

₩75,993

₩84,338 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern breakfast area with a counter, coffee machines, and a sign that reads "EXPRESS START BREAKFAST".

A conference room with multiple tables and orange chairs, equipped with water bottles and papers.

A fitness room with treadmills and elliptical machines, a black mat, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with a view.

17. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ottawa

11.1 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

"The lobby was bright and clean and welcoming. Staff at the desk was friendly and helpful. He even calmed my fear of impending storms with nowhere to go by assuring me we could take shelter on main level in the bathroom. Our room was the cleanest we have been in for a very long time. Appreciate their thoughtful attention to small details such as hand soap and lotion both in pumps by the bathroom sink, all items you'll need to shower if you've forgotten yours, both soft and hard pillows and...

Anthony

₩179,577

₩199,322 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A kitchenette with a microwave, a refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a TV, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and a central building.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a television on top of a cabinet, a refrigerator, and a patterned carpet.

18. Surrey Motel

10.9 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Megan

₩88,457

₩98,174 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A living room with a red sofa, two side tables with lamps, a beige armchair, and a coffee table.

A gym with exercise equipment, including treadmills and dumbbells, and a water dispenser.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

19. Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park

11.5 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Shawn

₩102,530

₩113,788 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor area with a table and chairs, a lawn, and two trees.

A small, single-story motel with a 'No Vacancy' sign, a parking area, and a tree in the foreground.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, and a mirror.

A sign for Tou-Res Motel advertising low daily and weekly rates, kitchenettes, cable TV, and clean comfortable rooms.

20. Tourest Motel

17.7 km from Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Sidney

₩108,561

₩120,481 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Compare popular hotels close to Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 650 reviews	View
Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock	8.4 Very good 1,002 reviews	View
Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy	9.8 Exceptional 286 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)	9.2 Wonderful 693 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Starved Rock Area	8.8 Excellent 677 reviews	View

Top Illinois Canyon Trailhead Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"z"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Starved Rock Area

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great."

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

10/10 Excellent

"Thanks"

Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

8/10 Good

"Good value while passing through."

Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

10/10 Excellent

"Everything"

Surrey Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent internet."

Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

10/10 Excellent

"Best hotel In the area clean and convenient"

Other attractions near Illinois Canyon Trailhead

A forested path with a wooden fence on one side.

Buffalo Rock State Park

8.6/10 (100 reviews)

Adorning the fields and riverbed are five enormous artistic mounds portraying regional animals. Enjoy views of the Illinois River at this undulating park.

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A narrow canyon with steep rock walls and a small stream at the bottom.

Starved Rock State Park

9.4/10 (534 reviews)

The lodge provides a luxurious base from which to explore trails leading to bluffs and canyons of this riverside park. Try ice climbing and eagle spotting in winter.

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A waterfall in a rocky gorge with a bridge in the background.

Matthiessen State Park

9.4/10 (216 reviews)

Look down the chute of Cascade Falls from a rickety bridge and admire the brilliant hues decorating the canyon’s sandstone walls in this eclectic park.

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Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park

7.8/10 (74 reviews)

Bring the family to Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Utica. Amble around this family-friendly area's parks, or seek out the hiking trails.

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Mix's Trading Post

7.4/10 (6 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Mix's Trading Post during your stay in Utica. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.

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LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum

8.4/10 (10 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum during your travels in Utica. You can seek out the hiking trails in this family-friendly area.

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August Hill Winery Tasting Room

9.0/10 (37 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at August Hill Winery Tasting Room during your travels to Utica. You can seek out the hiking trails in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Illinois Canyon Trailhead?

Illinois Canyon Trailhead is located in Ottawa. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and hiking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 5 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Illinois Canyon Trailhead?

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a free water park and 2 bars. It's located 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Illinois Canyon Trailhead. Another good option is KAYAK STARVED ROCK CAMPGROUND, located 0.3 mi (0.5 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Illinois Canyon Trailhead?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Illinois Canyon Trailhead.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Illinois Canyon Trailhead, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Illinois Canyon Trailhead.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Illinois Canyon Trailhead?

To find more details about updating your stay near Illinois Canyon Trailhead or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Illinois Canyon Trailhead?

Create some family memories at Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Mix's Trading Post. Buffalo Rock State Park, Starved Rock State Park, or August Hill Winery Tasting Room are some local sights worth checking out. Matthiessen State Park and LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum are both worth a visit while you're checking out the area.

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Our top choices for Illinois Canyon Trailhead hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

2. Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa Starved Rock

3. Postcard Cabins Starved Rock, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4. Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Starved Rock Area

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

7. Comfort Inn Ottawa Starved Rock Area

8. Best Western Oglesby Inn

9. Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock St Park

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Peru - Lasalle Area by IHG

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Peru Starved Rock State Park

13. Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Peru

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites Peru

16. Relax Inn

17. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ottawa

18. Surrey Motel

19. Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park

20. Tourest Motel

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Top Illinois Canyon Trailhead Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Starved Rock Area

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock

Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock

Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park

Surrey Motel

Hampton Inn Ottawa (Starved Rock Area)

Other attractions near Illinois Canyon Trailhead

Buffalo Rock State Park

Starved Rock State Park

Matthiessen State Park

Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park

Mix's Trading Post

LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum

August Hill Winery Tasting Room

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