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TO THOSE WHO HAVE GONE BEFORE ME- WHERE TO STAY?

I have been looking at the site and the comments for motels for graduation in July. One of them said the location was a bit scary- I don't want to spend a fortune and since I will have my youngest with me- I would like to have something with a pool- I would like to be closer to the base. Anyone have suggestions- where to stay or where not to stay! Thank you!

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Comment by lemonelephant on May 28, 2014 at 2:21pm: See the info in Saving Money PIR Weekend and PIR Day and Liberty during PIR Weekend (you're then Sailor will most likely fly out the day after PIR).

Comment by Darlene on May 28, 2014 at 7:04pm: WE stayed at ramada waukegan,the rooms are ok,there is a pool,the resturant was good there and reasonable,they offer free shuttle to and from graduation.they have free continental breakfast,the service is good. it is approx 4 miles to base,took us about 20 mins d/t lines going back in base to drop my son off,if any one has military ID you can drive right on base,after you go thru gate.Cost was for 4 nights approx 75/night.they give you discount 2 queen beds.Mall is about 20 mins from there also.

Comment by Coach Shelia on May 29, 2014 at 8:44am: We stayed at LaQuinta Gurnee had indoor pool. It was clean and comfortable. A Cracker Barrel was next door, and other restaurants in less than a mile driving distance. Six Flags is very close. Safe travels and have fun!

Comment by kelleenlscott on May 29, 2014 at 3:36pm: Hi... We are staying in the Marriott only because the Marriott has a good reputation. We got a good deal for two nights. They have a pool and continental breakfast is included. They also have six flags packages.

Comment by Molly on May 30, 2014 at 1:14am: We are staying at the Navy Lodge. $65/night. Looks good online. Have read good reviews on this site too!

Comment by Mitchmom on May 30, 2014 at 6:52pm: Staying at the Courtyard Marriott. Told it was in a safe part of town. Like kelleenscot says in above post it has a great reputation. The shuttle to the graduation is only 3 dollars and its close to the Sarge's Meet and Greet, the night before graduation. Also there's a Starbucks, Walmart and other restaurants nearby. This made it a good choice for us. Hear they treat Navy parents well.

Comment by Monkeymom on June 1, 2014 at 11:31pm: I stayed at :La Quinta. not the best, but we spent most of our time with my son. Great coffee in the am, I used 3 of us, round trip from LA with 4 nights and a rental car for about $800, I love Travelzoo and Orbitz, we used YELP to find reasonable GOOD food and be early to graduation we were up at 4 and waiting in line in the rental car at 5.

Comment by SoCalNavyMom14 on June 2, 2014 at 1:53am: I just stayed at the Navy Lodge and it was wonderful... No issues at all, comfortable beds, great complimentary breakfast, close to the base. No complaints at all...;)

Comment by proudofmyson on June 2, 2014 at 9:15pm: Last year when my son graduated, I stayed at the Navy Lodge. The cost was reasonable and we were provided with everything just like the Marriott or any other hotel. I stayed at the Navy Lodge recently in Ca. too that was also great and reasonably priced. Not sure if there was a pool though in either locations.