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Lincolnshire Marriott Resort Celebrates 50 Years of Unparalleled Hospitality and Excellence

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Tue, 08/19/2025 - 5:03pm by laughingcat

Lincolnshire Marriott Resort, Lake County’s most luxurious resort, is a premier destination nestled in the relaxing enclave of Lincolnshire, Illinois. Conveniently located just a short drive from downtown Chicago, O’Hare International Airport and Chicago's North Shore, this resort offers a perfect blend of luxury and comfort for both business and leisure travelers.

This year marks a significant milestone for Lincolnshire Marriott Resort as it celebrates its 50th anniversary. Since opening its doors in 1975, the resort has welcomed millions of guests, hosted thousands of weddings, and provided countless memorable experiences. To commemorate this golden anniversary, the resort will feature special events and dining experiences throughout the year, highlighting its rich history and commitment to exceptional service.

"Since opening its doors on March 24th, 1975, the Lincolnshire Marriott Resort has proudly welcomed over 4 million guests. Our resort has been the venue for more than 3,000 weddings, creating unforgettable memories for countless couples. Crane’s Landing golf course has seen over 1 million rounds of golf played, offering a premier golfing experience to enthusiasts. Additionally, the Marriott Theatre has delighted audiences with over 250 mainstage productions and 100 Theatre for Young Audience performances, enriching the cultural landscape of our community," said General Manager Brad Lajoie.

Three Embers, the resort’s signature restaurant led by Executive Chef Everardo Fajardo, celebrates Midwest cuisine with locally sourced, farm-fresh ingredients and flavors from southern Europe. Diners enjoy an intimate atmosphere with a dramatic wood-burning grill. Operating for eight years, Three Embers is part of the resort's food and beverage program, which includes six outlets and a banquet program. The resort also features a unique two-acre farm and apiary.

The resort is also home to the highly acclaimed Marriott Theatre, which has been performing some of the region’s best live musical theatre for 50 years. In celebration of its 50th anniversary, Lincolnshire Marriott Resort debuted an exciting new rotating pop-up experience at Three Embers Restaurant. Each pop-up is an extension of the current stage production at the theatre, transporting guests to another realm while they enjoy a themed food and beverage menu curated by the talented culinary team at Three Embers Restaurant.

Guests looking for recreation have access to the resort’s public Ralph-Fazio designed PGA golf course, Crane’s Landing, a tennis center, and two pools. The Des Plaines River Trail runs alongside the resort, extending 37 miles to Wisconsin, making it an ideal setting for hiking, biking, and horseback riding.

Lincolnshire Marriott Resort is also a premier event destination with 65,000 square feet of versatile space. It offers 48 flexible meeting rooms equipped with state-of-the-art A/V technology and high-speed Internet, plus three stunning pavilions for outdoor gatherings. The standout spaces include the 12,000 square foot Grand Marquee Pavilion, accommodating up to 650 guests with floor-to-ceiling windows, and the 5,000 square foot Lakeside Pavilion, which features natural light and an outdoor patio.

Whether you're planning a corporate retreat, a family vacation, or a romantic getaway, Lincolnshire Marriott Resort provides an exceptional experience with its range of services and amenities.

About the Lincolnshire Marriott Resort

Lincolnshire Marriott Resort is a welcoming resort in Illinois’ Lake County area for business retreats, family vacations, and romantic weekends. Just a short drive from downtown Chicago and O’Hare International Airport, the hotel features 390 guest rooms and suites as well as two unique restaurants – Three Embers and Wright’s Brew and Bistro, along with The Brew Lobby Bar and Starbucks, as well as a luxurious day spa, Life Salon and Spa. In addition to its 40,000 square feet of meeting and event space, the resort is also home to the highly acclaimed Marriott Theatre, which has been performing some of the region’s best live musical theatre for 50 years. Guests seeking recreation options have access to the resort’s public Ralph-Fazio designed PGA golf course Crane’s Landing, tennis center, and two pools. In addition, the Des Plaines River Trail runs alongside the resort, extending 37 miles to Wisconsin, making it an ideal setting for hiking, biking, and horseback riding.

About Marriott Theatre

Founded in 1975, Marriott Theatre is known for presenting new and classic musicals, often direct from Broadway and has staged more than 258 productions before an estimated 12,000,000 people in its history. Marriott Theatre has received a record 363 Joseph Jefferson Award nominations and has employed more than 6,000 artists. In addition to the presentation of classic American musical theatre, Marriott Theatre has become a driving force in the development of original and re-imagined musicals.

About Three Embers
Three Embers, the resort’s signature restaurant, celebrates proudly Midwest cuisine with simple, locally grown and sourced, farm-fresh ingredients, while integrating influential flavors from various regions throughout southern Europe. Local diners, hotel guests, and theatergoers can anticipate being welcomed by an intimate and innovative dining atmosphere headlined by a dramatic wood-burning grill placed prominently in the lakeside dining space. Outdoor seating is also available seasonally, on the Lakeside Plaza, with tranquil views overlooking the resort lake. Lead by Executive Chef Everardo Fajardo, Three Embers dishes are driven by passion, authenticity, heritage, and creativity, accompanied by local familiarity and lively flavor profiles to intrigue diners taste buds. And when available, many of Three Embers’ ingredients will be sourced from the resort’s on- site farm, greenhouse and apiary, as well as from local produce, livestock and dairy farms.

 

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