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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 drapes
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes
VIP Access

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
Feel at home
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • Minibar
The price is $127
includes taxes & fees
$108 per night
Dec 19 - Dec 20

Room options

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Petite Queen Room | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Petite Queen Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 1194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
555 W Surf St, Chicago, IL, 60657

What's nearby

  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 2 min drive
  • Wrigley Field - 3 min drive
  • DePaul University-Lincoln Park - 3 min drive
  • Michigan Avenue - 4 min drive
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 36 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. 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 just a 5-minute drive from Lake Michigan and Wrigley Field. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. This boutique hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Michigan Avenue and State Street. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Diversy Station is 11 minutes and Wellington Station is 12 minutes.

Languages

English, Romanian, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 55 rooms
  • Arranged over 4 floors

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

  • Offsite parking within 300 ft (USD 25 per day)

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 center
  • 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 lobby

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

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 there's a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Hotel Willows
Willows Chicago
Willows Hotel
Willows Hotel Chicago
The Willows Hotel Hotel
The Willows Hotel Chicago
The Willows Hotel Hotel Chicago

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 to 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 onsite 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 like hiking and sailing, and practice 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 6 minutes' walk from Lincoln Park. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Greeted by an evening male receptionist with a very curious, disdainful manner, which set things off poorly. The lobby is charming and well decorated, conforming to era. Excellent coffee available in the morning. Hotel location is good, 10min walk to CTA trains (clean and orderly), and many restaurants and shops around. Of special note is the very helpful and pleasant day receptionist lady, made all the difference to our stay.
FILIPE, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Orasio, 1-night trip
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Carlos, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gordon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Mary, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Rooms were a little dated and the mattress a bit too soft for me and my friend, other than that it was a good place to stay. Staff were always friendly when asking questions.
Colborn, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Craig, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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6/10 Good

4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Quaint Convenience
Quaint Convenience. Everything was great. 1 exception I found annoying. They LOADED the mini fridge drinks. Liquor, Beer, Soda, water. Why is that annoying? Because they don't have ANY signs showing how much everything is AND there was no room for MY water, and MY beer. They're trying to trick you into consuming it. AND on the counter! 2 bottles of cheap wine and 2 bottles of uppity water like Evian. Sneaky! Whatever, smh
1-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good

Neither terrible nor special
Adequate comfort. Great location for us as we were moving our son to the area.
Gretchen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Eric, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Great neighborhood location.
Great location and easy ($25/night) garage parking nearby. Comfortable bed, room and bathroom were nice and clean. Although room temp was comfortable, some difficulty sleeping as A/C unit was loud intermittently throughout the night.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel has a tremendous amount of old school charm. The lobby area is a wonderful space and the fresh baked cookies in the evening were on point. So many bar and restaurant options and easy to connect to mass transit.
Anastasia, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Michael, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Debbie, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Ronald, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant stay. Close enough to Wrigley for a show. Comfortable beds. Affordable parking nearby.
Todd, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sophia, 4-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Donald, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Staff
Beautiful old hotel. Very well maintained and still keeps its 100 year old charm. Very comfortable beds. Hotel staff was excellent. The gentleman on the desk that evening went above and beyond to help us when my sister had fallen and needed first aid. Great staff service continued in the morning with ice packs.
Jennifer, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

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