Along with a marina, this hotel has express check-in and express check-out. Self parking is free. Other amenities include a picnic area and a TV in a common area. Housekeeping is available on request.
Waterfront Hotel and Marina offers 23 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.
Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Waterfront Hotel and Marina. During your stay, you'll be close to McBark Dog Park. You'll find features such as free self-parking and a marina.
Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Amenities include a terrace and TV in a common area
7 minutes by car from McBark Dog Park and 8 minutes from Moraine Hills State Park
Waterfront Hotel and Marina offers its guests a marina. Waterfront Hotel and Marina also features a terrace, a picnic area, and express check-in. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this McHenry hotel.
Room service is available.
Property amenities
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking available
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Marina
On the bay
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Lever door handles
Raised toilet seat
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-width doorways
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1 building
2 floors
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Room service
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), lockbox
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! One child 7 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8 PM. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
One child aged 7 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Property is also known as
Waterfront Hotel McHenry
Waterfront McHenry
Waterfront Hotel and Marina Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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Gary is great. Always attentive and accommodating.
Bruce
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
christine
23 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great owners and staff, I only have three gripes, well water it had a vety strong odor, no breakfast or vending machines, the heater is blocked by bed side table and not going into room. Tv outdated and couldnt get to apps. If you are just there to sleep your in the right place.
The room was as expected and the customer service was phenomenal!
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Steven
10 Nov 2025
Liked: Staff & service
WiFi and decor could be better. Heater/AC was under desk.. fairly comfortable and good value
Steven
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Genny
Travelled with partner
3 Nov 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was not spotless, the bathroom was gross.There was stands in the bottom of the bathtub.There was no stopper in the bottom of the bathtub.The shower curtain was gross from hard water stains and i'm not sure what's going on with hotel beds , but why they are so bouncy i do not understand.
Parking was easy and secure. Room was clean. Air conditioner worked well but was quite loud when in was running. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable about the surrounding area.
It was a really great little hotel.
Our only complaint was the room had no grab bars in the bathroom for the older crowd.
It was a nice little room facing the river with a balcony. We each grabbed a drink and sat out there at night and watched the boats go by and when it rained overnight, we got out of bed and watched the rain and lightning. The office staff were super friendly and informative. Just a really nice little hotel for a great price. Didn't even miss the king size bed as much as I thought we would. For people who aren't used to the sound of cars going by, I would suggest a room on the park side. We're from Chicago so we were welcomed by the traffic noise and it helped us to sleep. Lol. We had the door open with the screen closed and could hear the rain all night. Loved it.
It is a nice hotel, nothing fancy but it was very clean. Check-in was fast and staff were very pleasant. Bed was hard but that is a personal thing.
Sherry
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
ITing
11 Oct 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Okay stay
Safe area. The man at the front desk was friendly and welcoming. The air conditioning seemed to not have an in between high and off. Nice views with the water. However it was an older building and older room. Updates are needed.
Super nice staff. It was ver clean, needs some updating.
Kelly
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Susan, greenville
Travelled with group
18 Sept 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Great front desk staff. Easy check-in
Susan
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
2/10 Terrible
AMIT
10 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No Wifi working
No break fast provided.
Bathroom shower broken
AMIT
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
David
8 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was exactly what I needed. It was a couch in a friends house that I did not have in the area. The bathroom had a big leak on the ceiling and was moldy. Other than that, hard to be beat for the price.