Starved Rock Lodge is nestled among the forests and bluffs of Starved Rock State Park in Utica, Illinois. Open to the public year 'round, the Lodge has much to offer -- all under one roof. The Lodge is the only hotel in the Park and it's on the National Registry of Historic Places.
In addition to the hotel, there are cabins in the woods, an indoor pool, hot tub, saunas, plus a full-service restaurant, bar, cafe, gift shop and the Great Hall (which has the largest, two-sided stone fireplace in Illinois. Hiking in beautiful Starved Rock State Park is just steps away. Here, you can see deep canyons, waterfalls, wildlife and nature at its best, offering a peaceful getaway every season of the year.
NOTICE: Portions of Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks will be closed for hunting from November-January. CLICK HERE for details.
The view from the Veranda overlooks the Illinois River Valley and the sandstone bluff known as Starved Rock. Open year-round, this historic landmark was built in the 1930's by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Settle into a comfortable lodge room or stay in a cabin in the woods. Come to Starved Rock in the spring as waterfalls come back to life! Summer is lush with thick forests to walk through. In autumn, it's one of the "Top 10 in the Midwest" to see fall colors. Winter brings amazing sights with eagles in flight, frozen waterfalls, ice climbing and sled dog demos.
Enjoy year 'round hiking along 13 miles of nature trails. Explore a few of our 18 majestic canyons and waterfalls. Then retreat to laid-back comforts of our indoor pool, a soothing hot tub ... relax in the sauna, schedule a massage.
The Back Door Lounge is the perfect place for a cocktail or casual dining. The fireplace glows in our Main Dining Room which is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner (not to mention a fabulous brunch every Sunday). The Great Hall offers a spacious place to relax in front of its massive, 2-sided stone fireplace. Enjoy great, free entertainment and lots of things to dothroughout the year at this affordable, rustic getaway.