McHenry Travel Guide

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Where to stay in McHenry

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Pistakee Highlands

Pistakee Highlands might not have many top sights, but Jet Funn and Stades Farm & Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pistakee Highlands
Abbey Resort and Avani Spa

Abbey Resort and Avani Spa

3.5 out of 5
269 Fontana Boulevard Fontana WI
The price is £107 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
£107
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Fontana. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,822 reviews)
Our King room faced the harbor which was a beautiful April view! The room was a good size for two with a couch and coffee table. I wasn’t a fan of the shower head because you couldn’t adjust it. I’m short so the water was showering my face and I couldn’t avoid getting my hair wet. The resort was ...

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Abbey Resort and Avani Spa
Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark

Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark

3.5 out of 5
7020 Grand Geneva Way Lake Geneva WI
The price is £149 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
£149
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Lake Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,214 reviews)
Es un buen lugar para que los niños se diviertan, disfrutan de las instalaciones con suficiente seguridad.

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark
Quality Inn Schaumburg - Chicago near the Mall

Quality Inn Schaumburg - Chicago near the Mall

2.5 out of 5
600 North Martingale Rd Schaumburg IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £76 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
£76
15 Apr - 16 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Schaumburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
Breakfast ended at 9:30 am. We were not ready that early to make it to down to breakfast.

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Quality Inn Schaumburg - Chicago near the Mall
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HUGE Crystal Lake 7 Acre Ranch w/Pool & Hot Tub

HUGE Crystal Lake 7 Acre Ranch w/Pool & Hot Tub

McHenry IL
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in McHenry. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Moraine Hills State Park and McHenry ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (43 reviews)
The house was beautifully clean and spacious. It was the perfect size for our family group and pets. Great location as well.Our host was very accommodating, highly recommended!

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

HUGE Crystal Lake 7 Acre Ranch w/Pool & Hot Tub
Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier

Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier

Johnsburg IL
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in McHenry. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and a pool table. Popular attractions Volo Bog State Natural Area and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Awesome home with lots of space !!

Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier
Spacious A-Frame sleeps 25 on 5 wooded acres with a private fishing pond

Spacious A-Frame sleeps 25 on 5 wooded acres with a private fishing pond

McHenry IL
Stay at this holiday home in McHenry. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions McCullom Lake and Petersen Park Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Great location and wonderful home! Perfect for our retreat.

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

Spacious A-Frame sleeps 25 on 5 wooded acres with a private fishing pond
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Popular places to visit

Panorama of a field of Gayfeathers or Blazing Star wildflowers at Moraine Hills State Park in Illinois

Moraine Hills State Park

You can take time to visit Moraine Hills State Park during your travels to McHenry. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Moraine Hills State Park

Volo Auto Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Volo Auto Museum during your travels in Lakemoor. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Volo Auto Museum

Petersen Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Petersen Park Beach during your trip to McHenry? Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Petersen Park Beach

Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital

If Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of McHenry.

Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital

McCullom Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at McCullom Lake during your travels in McHenry. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.

McCullom Lake

McHenry Shores Beach Park

Explore the great outdoors at McHenry Shores Beach Park, a lovely green space in McHenry. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

McHenry Shores Beach Park

Things to do

Volo Auto Museum: Admission Ticket

Volo Auto Museum: Admission Ticket

£18
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Volo Auto Museum: Admission Ticket
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