Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort

2643 IL Route 178, Ottawa, USA
Good
796 reviews
7.2

Check-in dates

01.07.2026
to
02.07.2026

Guests and Rooms

2 adults · 0 children · 1 room
Location

Located in Utica, Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock is next to a golf course, a 4-minute walk from Starved Rock State Park and 12 minutes by foot from Matthiessen State Park. This family-friendly hotel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Deer Park Country Club and 1.8 mi (3 km) from LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum.

Amenities

Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including a complimentary water park, an indoor pool, and a lazy river. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands.

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 92 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers.

Dining

Grab dinner at Jack's Place, a restaurant that specializes in American cuisine. You can also grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Attractions

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Starved Rock State Park - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Matthiessen State Park - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Mix's Trading Post - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Deer Park Country Club - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum - 3 km / 1.8 mi
August Hill Winery Tasting Room - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Illinois & Michigan Canal - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Dickinson House - 6.9 km / 4.3 mi
Illinois Canyon Trailhead - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Illinois Valley Community College - 8.6 km / 5.4 mi
Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat - 10 km / 6.2 mi
Buffalo Rock State Park - 10.1 km / 6.3 mi
Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail - 10.7 km / 6.6 mi
Hegeler Carus Mansion - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi

Business Amenities

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.

Renovations

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday:

  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub

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Facilities

Gift shops or newsstand
Motor boating nearby
Tasting room
Public winery tours
Games
Free water park access
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Fishing nearby
Ziplining nearby
Meeting rooms
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Free WiFi
Skydiving nearby
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Number of bars/lounges - 2
Number of hot tubs - 1
Arcade/game room
Number of indoor pools - 1
Picnic area
Bicycle rentals nearby
Free newspapers in lobby
Volleyball on site
Fireplace in lobby
24-hour fitness facilities
Boat tours nearby
Miniature golf on site
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Children's games
Horse riding nearby
Canoeing nearby
Concerts/live shows
24-hour front desk
Personal motor watercraft nearby
Lifeguard on site
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Playground on site
Number of restaurants - 1
Smoke-free property
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Children's pool
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Rafting nearby
Free self parking
Kayaking nearby
Elevator
Waterslide
Lazy river
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
ATM/banking

Helpful Information

Check-in / Check-out
Check-in from: 4:00 PM
Check-out until: 11:00 AM
Additional check-in information
  • 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
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Check-in Special Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Mandatory Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 500 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional Fees
  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 12.00 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.

Know Before You Go
  • 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.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Guest rating

7.2
Good
796 reviews
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.2
Service
7.8
Amenities
7.0
Condition
7.0
Cleanliness
7.6
Neighborhood
8.2
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