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The Willows Hotel

3.0 star property
Boutique hotel within easy reach of Lake Michigan

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout curtains
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed
Lobby sitting area
Front of property
With its boutique charm, The Willows Hotel welcomes you to a cozy retreat near Lake Michigan. Relax by the lobby fireplace or stay connected with in-room WiFi; enjoy concierge services and luggage storage for a seamless experience.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Reception fireplace
  • Front desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Blackout curtains
  • Lift
  • Minibar
The current price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Small)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout curtains

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
555 W Surf St, Chicago, IL, 60657

What's nearby

  • Vic Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Wrigley Field - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • DePaul University-Lincoln Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 4 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 36 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 37 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 44 min drive
  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 4 min drive
  • Chicago Ravenswood Station - 6 min drive
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 7 min drive
  • Diversy Station - 11 min walk
  • Wellington Station - 12 min walk
  • Belmont Station (Red Line) - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cesar's Killer Margaritas - Broadway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tuk Tuk Thai Isan Street Food - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Galway Bay - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Willows Hotel

The Willows Hotel puts you a short five-minute drive from Lake Michigan and Wrigley Field. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails. This boutique hotel is also a short five-minute drive from Michigan Avenue and State Street. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is only a short walk: Diversy Station is 11 minutes and Wellington Station is 12 minutes.

Languages

English, Romanian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 55 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Off-site parking within 300 ft (USD 25 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Free use of nearby fitness centre
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1906
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in reception

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 25 per day (300 ft away)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

Also known as

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Willows Chicago
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Willows Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Willows Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Willows Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Willows Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at The Willows Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (5-min drive) and Rivers Casino (19-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Willows Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and sailing, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course.

What's the area around The Willows Hotel like?

The Willows Hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Lake Michigan and 15 minutes' walk from Vic Theatre. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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The Willows Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel
Old time hotel, great location and very nice!
Scott, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stay at the Willows
The Willows is a small hotel located in a great area full of wonderful restaurants and shopping. It’s very cozy and the fireplace is a great, especially in the winter. The lobby area is very welcoming
Kimberly, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff, service and property are all excellent!!!
Patrick C, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place, with super friendly staff, would definitely go back!!!
Erin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was great, will stay here again!
Amber, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute little hotel on a quiet side street in Lakeview. Room was not overly large but great for a 2 night stay. So many shops, grocery, great restaurants and pubs nearby. Loved this hotel. Will definitely stay again
Reymundo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and front desk staff!
Anthony, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming hotel in a perfect location.
Allison, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are terrific and the comfort, cost ratio is terrific. Efficient property that is old but well kept up .
Patrick C, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The lobby was quaint. Thee staff was excellent!
Laura, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel in a great neighborhood.
Sharon, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay. Clean, comfortable beds and the staff was very nice and accommodating. I would stay there again.
Iris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very charming hotel! Easy to walk to dining.
Jeanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cute little boutique hotel. My son enjoyed the robes. Minibar was reasonably priced. Very clean and very cute, antique old world vibe.
Kristen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel. We enjoyed our stay!
jennifer, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I love this hotel! It's old-world style is quirky and charming. I love the architectural details and the neighborhood feel.
Caitlin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spacious room and very helpful stuff in an area with plenty to do.
Steven, 11-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Tonya, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Deposit rip off
I was charged 100 as a deposit and despite only using a towel and washcloth to take a shower my deposit was not returned. This ia a ripoff
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful building lovely neighborhood
KAREN, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Pleasant hotel
Nice older hotel, staff was friendly, and its in a good location.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved staying at the Willows, great location and welcoming staff. I highly recommend this hotel
Brady, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

i liked that it was walkable to the concert venue I was in Chicago for.
adannaya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient and economical
Kathryn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a fantastic stay at The Willow Hotel where we stayed for 5 nights to attend a wedding in Chicago
Isabelle, 5-night trip