Your guide to finding the best hotels in Crystal Lake, Illinois
To make the most of your time in Crystal Lake, book a hotel that’s right for you. We’ve picked some of the city’s best hotels, from luxury to budget-friendly.
Best time to visit Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake is an interesting destination any time of year, but depending on your interests and what you're hoping to do, some times may be more ideal than others.
Low and high season in Crystal Lake
Busiest month(s): August sees the most visitors to Crystal Lake, which means the average price per night reaches $146. If you’re travelling during this time, prepare for higher costs than less busy times of the year, when average nightly prices fall to $131.
Quietest month(s): The cheapest month to take your trip is July, when the average cost per night is $131.
With less annual rainfall, Crystal Lake is a solid place if you like drier weather.
If you are looking to avoid the rainy season in June, visit Crystal Lake in January when you're least likely to run into wet weather.
The most expensive month to stay in Crystal Lake is August, when you should be prepared to spend around $146 on a hotel. Throughout the year, weekend rates hover around $164 per night, and peak on Saturday. During the week, you’ll spend on average $123 for a night’s stay, while Thursday is generally the cheapest day of the week to book a room.
Where to stay in Crystal Lake, Illinois
With Skyscanner, it's easy to find the best Crystal Lake hotels at a rate you want.
Popular hotels in Crystal Lake
The 3-star Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Crystal Lake, IL offers a relaxing stay in the center of Crystal Lake, where you can enjoy its pool, gym, restaurant, and spa.
The Comfort Inn Crystal Lake - Algonquin is also a wonderful option if you're looking for comfort and affordability. With a 2-star rating, it provides excellent value. The hotel offers a pool, gym, restaurant, and spa.
If you are looking for a 3-star hotel that offers both comfort and modern amenities, look no further than the Holiday Inn Chicago NW Crystal Lake Conv Ctr, an IHG Hotel. The hotel provides a restaurant, bar, fitness center, and conference rooms to make you feel right at home.
Things to do in Crystal Lake
Many Crystal Lake attractions are right in the city center, like the Joe Diamond - The 13th Hour. If you're a foodie, you'll enjoy the authentic local cuisine, creative twists on classics, and flavors from around the world at Country Donuts, Benedict's La Strata, Portillo's & Barnelli's Crystal Lake, Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen, and Jameson's Charhouse Crystal Lake.
