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
Lobby sitting area
Dining
Lobby
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
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • Minibar
$141 nightly
The total price is $165
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Small)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
555 W Surf St, Chicago, IL, 60657

What's nearby

  • DePaul University-Lincoln Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Wrigley Field - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Navy Pier - 9 min drive - 7.4 km

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

  • ‪Duke Of Perth - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cesar's Killer Margaritas - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Crepe Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • Le Petit Marcel

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.

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 cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

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

    • Offsite parking within 300 ft (USD 26 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 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 26 per day (300 ft away)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing 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 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.

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