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3.5/5
Based on 1821 guest reviews
- We have an indoor pool
- 92 rooms in property
- 3 floors in hotel
- Check-in: 4:00om
- Check-out: 11:00am
- Groups & Meetings rating of 10.0/10
- 7 conference rooms in property
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
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Located in Utica, Illinois, Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort is surrounded by the natural beauty and adventure of the Starved Rock Area - rich in history and bursting with fun things to do. Enjoy hiking through the Starved Rock State Park, one of the most beautiful parks in the Midwest, and explore sandstone canyons, waterfalls and miles of hiking trails. Enjoy whitewater rafting, canoeing, boating and fishing on the Illinois River and I&M Canal Waterway, and tee off on the pristine fairways of Senica's Oak Ridge Golf Club. Grizzly Jack's is minutes from charming wineries and exciting adventures like horseback riding, sky diving and auto racing.
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Verified Reviews of Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Near Starved Rock"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
We walked almost six hours and 10 miles at Starved Rock and really needed to relax!
Lillian C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
17-Nov-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Nov 12 to Tue Nov 14 2023 at a $115.49 average nightly rate. 
Property Description
Nestled in the natural beauty of Starved Rock State Park, discover a magical family getaway just behind the glow of Chicago. This escape from the lights of the big city to a place where nature meets fun! Our resort features a 24,000 square foot indoor waterpark, thrilling arcade, on-site dining facilities, spacious meeting rooms and a grand ballroom! Enjoy and unwind in our Lodge Suites, Vacation Villas or Luxury Cabins! We offer a full-service sales team and professional catering/banquet department to guarantee the success of your event. This family resort is perfect for family reunions, corporate retreats, youth gatherings, destination weddings and conferences.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4:00om |
| Check Out: | 11:00am |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2006 |
| Floors: | 3 |
| Rooms: | 92 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 7 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 13260 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 494 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 5pm-11pm |
| Pool Info: Our 24,000 square foot waterpark has something for every member of the family to enjoy! Home to amenities such as a grand wave pool, lazy river, 15-person spa tub, toddler swim area and tube slides, Grand Bear Falls is the place to be for fun with your family! | |
| Ownership: | Sonnenschein Hospitality Groupe |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: All reservations canceled prior to 3 days (72 hours) of their arrival day will forfeit $25 (plus taxes) of the initial deposit. All reservations canceled within 3 days of arrival will forfeit the entire initial deposit of the first night's room rate+tax | |
| Total Taxes: | 11.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- ATM
- Bus parking
- Central location
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Elevator
- Games room
- Hair dresser
- Handicap accessible
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- 24 hours opened
- Private bathroom in room
- Refrigerator
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Telephone in all rooms
- Television
Breakfast Information
Our Grand Breakfast Buffet serves up all things fresh including 5 hot items, fresh fruit and impeccable service. Serving at 8:00 and going until 10:45am!
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry, pets are not allowed.Parking Info
This resort holds complimentary on-site parking.
Internet / WiFI
Our resort offer complimentary Wi-Fi for all of our guests during their visit!
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Cajun Connection - Start your day with a hearty Cajun breakfast at this local favorite. Located 2.3 miles from Grand Bear Resort.
- Lunch: B.A.S.H. - Indulge in gourmet burgers and hand-cut fries at this popular burger joint. Located 3.7 miles from Grand Bear Resort.
- Dinner: The Lone Buffalo by Tangled Roots Brewing Company - Enjoy delicious craft beer and farm-to-table cuisine in a rustic setting. Located 1.5 miles from Grand Bear Resort.
- Activity: Starved Rock State Park - Explore the stunning canyons, waterfalls, and hiking trails of this scenic park. Located 0.5 miles from Grand Bear Resort.
- Breakfast: The Rootbeer Stand - Start your day with a classic American breakfast at this nostalgic drive-in restaurant. Located 4.2 miles from Grand Bear Resort.
- Lunch: Uptown Grill - Delight in a diverse menu featuring American and international cuisine at this popular local eatery. Located 5.1 miles from Grand Bear Resort.
- Dinner: August Hill Winery & Illinois Sparkling Co. - Savor award-winning wines and enjoy a relaxing dinner at this picturesque winery. Located 2.8 miles from Grand Bear Resort.
- Activity: Matthiessen State Park - Discover the beautiful canyons, waterfalls, and unique rock formations of this scenic park. Located 3.9 miles from Grand Bear Resort.
- Breakfast: The Pink Chihuahua - Start your day with a Mexican-inspired breakfast at this vibrant and eclectic restaurant. Located 2.6 miles from Grand Bear Resort.
- Lunch: Burgoo - Experience a taste of local cuisine with their famous stew and other comfort food dishes. Located 4.3 miles from Grand Bear Resort.
- Dinner: Starved Rock Lodge Dining Room - Enjoy a delicious meal with panoramic views of the Illinois River at this historic lodge. Located 0.7 miles from Grand Bear Resort.
- Activity: Illinois Waterway Visitor Center - Learn about the history and ecology of the Illinois River at this educational visitor center. Located 1.2 miles from Grand Bear Resort.
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Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock.
Feel free to use the Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Utica event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Grand Ballroom | 135 x 44 x 14 | 5940 | 494/480 | 346 | 270 | 143 | 170 | -- | 37/30 | 660 | 340 | -- |
Close This Grand BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 5940 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 135 x 44 x 14 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $1000.00 USD  | ||||||||||||
| LaSalle Room | 40 x 50 x 14 | 2000 | 184/184 | 116 | 83 | 48 | 57 | -- | 13/10 | 222 | 100 | -- |
Close This LaSalle RoomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 2000 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 40 x 50 x 14 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $250.00 USD | ||||||||||||
| Marquette Room | 40 x 50 x 14 | 2000 | 166/166 | 116 | 83 | 48 | 57 | -- | 13/10 | 222 | 100 | -- |
Close This Marquette RoomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 2000 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 40 x 50 x 14 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $250.00 USD  | ||||||||||||
| Joliet Room | 40 x 50 x 14 | 2000 | 166/166 | 116 | 83 | 48 | 57 | -- | 13/10 | 222 | 100 | -- |
Close This Joliet RoomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 2000 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 40 x 50 x 14 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $250.00 USD | ||||||||||||
| Canyon Cliff | 15 x 28 x 8 | 420 | 24/20 | 18 | 16 | 10 | -- | 15 | --/-- | 45 | -- | -- |
Close This Canyon CliffRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 420 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 15 x 28 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Windows: 3 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $100.00 USD  | ||||||||||||
| Sandstone Bluff | 15 x 28 x 8 | 420 | 24/20 | -- | 16 | -- | 12 | 15 | --/-- | 45 | -- | -- |
Close This Sandstone BluffRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 420 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 15 x 28 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $100.00 USD  | ||||||||||||
| Cascade Falls | 32 x 15 x 8 | 480 | 24/20 | -- | 20 | -- | -- | 15 | --/-- | 55 | -- | -- |
Close This Cascade FallsRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 480 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 32 x 15 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $100.00 USD  | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4:00om based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock have?
There are 92 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?
Yes, they have 7 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?
Our Grand Breakfast Buffet serves up all things fresh including 5 hot items, fresh fruit and impeccable service. Serving at 8:00 and going until 10:45am!
What parking is available at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?
This resort holds complimentary on-site parking.
How much does internet cost?
Our resort offer complimentary Wi-Fi for all of our guests during their visit!
Can I get a AAA rate at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a pool at Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Our 24,000 square foot waterpark has something for every member of the family to enjoy! Home to amenities such as a grand wave pool, lazy river, 15-person spa tub, toddler swim area and tube slides, Grand Bear Falls is the place to be for fun with your family!.
Testimonials:
"I was able to find something that suited my needs and I was in contact with the hotel directly. The service was very user friendly, quick and efficient. I will definitely be using this service again." S.B. - Ottawa, Canada
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