On the shores of Lake Michigan, W Chicago - Lakeshore offers an oasis in the heart of downtown. Unwind with yoga classes at the health club, take a dip in the indoor pool, or indulge in breakfast and brunch at CURRENT. With express check-in and helpful staff nearby guests have praised this hotel's location.
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 47 min drive
Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 3 min drive
Chicago 18th Street Station - 4 min drive
Millennium Station - 22 min walk
Chicago Station (Red Line) - 15 min walk
Grand Station (Red Line) - 16 min walk
State Station - 22 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min walk
D4 Irish Pub and Cafe - 6 min walk
Dollop Coffee & Tea - 6 min walk
Buona - 4 min walk
Hothouse Lounge - 6 min walk
About this property
The Wade
When you stay at The Wade, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Michigan Avenue. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Current, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and a bar/lounge. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
520 rooms
Arranged over 33 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps) in rooms*
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Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 86 per night)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 6:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–1:00 PM on weekends
Current - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 200.00 per stay
Optional extras
WiFi is available in guestrooms for USD 9.95 per day (rates may vary)
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 25 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 25 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 86 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Policies
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Debit cards presented at check-in are debited USD 200. Unused funds can take up to 30 days to be released by the guest's financial institution. The property is not responsible for any fees incurred as a result.
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Wade offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Wade 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.
Is there a pool at The Wade?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Wade?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Wade?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 86 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Wade?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Wade?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (13-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Wade and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, kayaking, and power boating. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near The Wade?
Yes, Current offers American cuisine.
What's the area around The Wade like?
The Wade is located near Ohio Street Beach in Downtown Chicago, a short 8-minute walk from Lake Michigan and 9 minutes' walk from Michigan Avenue. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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Reviews
The Wade Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
10
Location
8.6
Staff & service
8.4
Eco-friendliness
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The property's beach location was highly praised for its proximity and accessibility to the beach and Navy Pier. (12 reviews)
The gym was well-equipped and suitable for a good workout. (5 reviews)
The on-site restaurant and nearby dining options were highly praised for their quality and convenience. (8 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2025
Everything was absolutely wonderful.
Casey
Casey, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
Upstanding hotel. Would stay again
Nice View, clean all around, kind staff, comfy, it just took longer to get checked in.
Jaiden
Jaiden, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2025
Seaview in my Chicago Room
Enjoyed the water view from my room. The Hammam experience was special as was the massage at the spa.
Lea
Lea, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2025
Welcoming
Great hospitality by the staff
Joab
Joab, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2025
Great choice
Great concierge, nice rooms, super clean. Will definitely come back.
Edward
Edward, 5-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 9, 2025
Rooms are small , bathroom looked worn down,
Shavonne
Shavonne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2025
Room clean and modern
It was great and I appreciated the friendly staff and the cleanliness of my room. It was also very modern and just felt up to date.
Max
Max, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Was there for a concert and Dr appointment
Ruth
Ruth, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 8, 2025
Disappointed Stay
The Best part of staying here was the Lakeview and short walk to Navy Pier. The Hotel service and food could have been better for first time guests like ourselves. Also, the toilet kept running the entire time until my boyfriend fixed it. The Cleaning staff were helpful and pleasant.
Michelle
Michelle, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 21, 2025
Had a fabulous view from our room.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
Beautiful place to stay
Zeeshan
Zeeshan, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 22, 2025
Too Far Away
This hotel is very nice but too far away from EVERYTHING. Plan on cabs.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
Night in the City
Near Navy Pier and great dinner spot.
CHRISTINE
CHRISTINE, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2025
Great hotel and location!
Everything about the stay was awesome. The service, the guys handling the bags, the rooms, the custodians, the view from the balacony and gym. Especially the speed bag in the gym! I highly recommend this hotel, it was great to see the fireworks at Navy pier from the balacony as well.
Stefan
Stefan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2025
Great view requiring some patience
Great view on lake side. Close walk to Navy Pier which was great. Most of staff friendly. Downside was waiting at night for elevators. Crowds would gather. Tried early check in my room still wasn't ready at 6pm so they gave me a different room. Overall I'd stay at that location again though.
LINDSAY
LINDSAY, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 18, 2025
We had to leave a day
Eoin
Eoin, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2025
Good location, within walking distance to everything. Very close to Navy Pier, the beach, and the Michigan Lake Trail. The only unpleasant thing about the hotel was that we had a room right next to the elevator, and the noise was very annoying.
Lilian
Lilian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2025
Great hotel
Rashena
Rashena, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 6, 2025
Walking distance
We always stay @the wade which is W hotel before. Location is nice its walking distance to everywhere.
Lea
Lea, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
This is a great place to stay
Emmanuel
Emmanuel, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 8, 2025
Great view if you can see out your dirty window!
No soap or body wash in bathroom. Had a lake view room but the window was so dirty on the outside it ruined the view. The mattress was absolutely disgusting! The market/pantry was a joke. Not much for amenities other than the cold pool and gym. Gym was very well appointed.
Barry
Barry, 4-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 5, 2025
Looks nice but needs better housekeeping
Room wasn’t very clean when we checked in still had food in the fridge from the last people. Went to get ice from the ice machine room and it reeked like urine, there was a garbage can full of used tampons on the ground in the ice maker room.
Adam
Adam, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
Excellent view to see Navy Pier. Close walk to the beach with in 5 mins.
Miguel
Miguel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2025
The pool could have been cleaned up a little better. Besides that the rooms were clean and the location was perfect for the occasion.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
It was close to the Navy pier and other shopping amenities. The area was super nice and the hotel was everything that we needed.