| straightforward suites offer free wi-fi, flat-screens and desks, as well as kitchens and sofabeds. there's also a business center and meeting space. other amenities include an indoor pool, a hot tub and an exercise room, plus a bbq area and a coin-operated laundry. the 1- and 2-bedroom suites add separate living areas; some feature fireplaces. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. off interstate 39, this relaxed all-suite hotel is 2 miles both from the midway village museum and from the six flags magic waters waterpark. a breakfast buffet, an evening social and parking are complimentary O'Hare International Airport 1 hr 4
Swanson Park (8 min) Baumann Park (10 min) Community venue bordered by the Kishwaukee River & containing a lake with fishing. Rockford Park District (19 min) Catholic Diocese of Rockford (5 min) Rock Cut State Park (11 min) 3,092 acres for year-round outdoor sports plus 2 lakes, hiking & horse trails, camping & a cafe. Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens (15 min) 11,000 sq. ft. of indoor tropical flora & sculpture plus landscaped lagoon with fountains & patios. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Rockford (6 min) Seasonal outdoor family park with water-based rides & attractions plus numerous food concessions. Midway Village Museum (5 min) Exhibits of historic artifacts, household items, documents & photos plus a living Victorian village. Burpee Museum of Natural History (17 min) Educational center with tours of exhibits on geology, flora & fauna, dinosaurs & native artifacts. Frank Lloyd Wright's Laurent House (9 min) Designed for Kenneth & Phyllis Laurent, this is Frank Lloyd Wright's only accessible home design. Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden (20 min) 155 acres of landscaped grounds with dog-friendly paved paths, wooded trails & horticulture library. Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens (20 min) Guided tours of a restored, Swiss-style 1865 home boasting its original furnishings. Anderson Japanese Gardens (12 min) Tranquil, 12-acre landscape garden in traditional Japanese style, with an airy, farm-to-table cafe. Summerfield Zoo (19 min) Discovery Center Museum (18 min) Fun & educational science museum with exhibits, workshops, crafts & experiments for kids. |