Leisure Lake Resort
This is a family-oriented RV resort and campground located in nearby Joliet. There are two man-made lakes on the property; one is a 24-acre, stocked fishing lake and the other is a 2-acre, sand-bottomed swimming lake. The resort offers organized activities including dances and live music. You can either bring your own RV or tent or rent one from the resort. A convenience store selling fishing supplies and sundry items is located on site.
Leisure Lake Resort
21900 S.W. Frontage Road
Joliet, IL 60404
815-741-9405
leisurelakeresort.com
Empress Hotel and Casino Joliet
The Empress offers a variety of services for travelers. Room and suites are available in the main building, and full-service RV hookups are located on site as well. All guest rooms come with satellite TV and high-speed Internet. The hotel has an indoor swimming pool and whirlpool for guests to use. In addition, all guests receive a complimentary continental breakfast. Guess can choose to dine in at either the all-day buffet or grab a snack at the Take Two Deli. The Empress casino offers two stories of gaming tables, including live poker and a wide variety of slot machines. The casino offers a VIP lounge complete with buffet, leather couches and a dining area. The casino is equipped with flat screen televisions showing a variety of sporting events. The casino is open from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 a.m. daily.
Empress Hotel and Casino Joliet
2300 Empress Drive
Joliet, IL 60436
888-436-7737
empresscasino.com
Harrah's Joliet
Harrah's is located on the banks of the Des Plaines River in downtown Joliet. All rooms come with a coffee maker, refrigerator, satellite TV and wireless Internet. The hotel offers a fitness center, complimentary parking and concierge services. A convenience store and a gift shop are located on-site. The casino is located right next door. There are 3 restaurants on-site, in addition to a Starbucks. The hotel also features Reserve, a steakhouse, Ace's Diner, an old-fashioned hamburger joint, and the Union Station Buffet. This resort is for adults only, as no one under 21 is allowed.
Harrah's Joliet
151 N. Joliet Street
Joliet, IL 60432
815-740-7800
harrahsjoliet.com/casinos/harrahs-joliet/hotel-casino/property-home.shtml
Aloft Bolingbrook
Aloft Bolingbrook is part of Starwood Hotels and Resorts. It is located in downtown Bolingbrook and is within walking distance from open-air shopping and close to Macy's, IKEA and the Arena Auto Auction golf. Guestrooms are designed with 9-foot ceilings and over-sized windows. The decor is modern-chic, with streamlined storage areas and a signature platform bed. High-speed Internet connection is standard with all rooms, as is a 42" flat screen TV with cable, a workspace with an ergonomic work chair and a mini-fridge. There is a fitness center and indoor swimming pool on-site. The hotel features a lounge for relaxing or mingling that offers light meals and cocktails at night. A 24-hour self service eatery is also located for guest's convenience.
Aloft Bolingbrook
500 Janes Ave.
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
(630) 410-6367
starwoodhotels.com/alofthotels/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=3347
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A native of Austin, Texas, Andrea Julian graduated with a degree in biology from Texas State University. Her career as a freelance writer began two years ago, and allows her to combine her background as a biologist with her passion for writing. Julian writes for various online magazines, including eHow, Helo - The Crisis Magazine, and The Savvy Traveler.
