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The Willows Hotel

Property class: 3

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of buildings.
A dining area with four tables and chairs, each with a small plant. There are two framed artworks on the walls.
A well-appointed lounge area with a fireplace, leather armchairs, and a checkered floor.
The Willows Hotel with a classical facade, arched windows, and a signboard.
A lobby with a reception desk, a green counter, a bar area, and a seating area with leather chairs.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is $157
$134 nightly
$157 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12

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555 W Surf St, Chicago, IL, 60657
  • Place, Lincoln Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Vic Theatre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Wrigley Field
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a ceiling fan, and a mirror.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a brick wall, two armchairs, a small table with a plant, a bed with a white comforter, a desk with a lamp, and a ceiling fan.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Small)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Small)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

With a stay at The Willows Hotel in Chicago (Lakeview), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Wrigley Field. .This boutique hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Michigan Avenue and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Chicago Riverwalk.

What's nearby

  • Lincoln Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kingston Mines - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Vic Theatre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Wrigley Field - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 4 min drive
  • Diversy Station - 11 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Galway Bay - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cesar's Killer Margaritas - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Owen’s Famous Coffee & Provisions - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Happy Lamb Hot Pot - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Willows Hotel

The Willows Hotel offers 55 accommodations with minibars and bathrobes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 55 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 26 per day)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1906
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 26 per day (300 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit

Property is 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

The Willows Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 565 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1005 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, perfect area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, great location, easy public parking very close and easy walking distance to several restaurants and entertainment venues.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were always very friendly and helpful - great setup - rooms very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Discounted parking nearby was a plus!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants and shopping
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Love this property - great location, and very nice & helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wondaful stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything in the Lincoln Park area! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean & fresh, and the beds were extremely comfortable. The hotel was a safe & easy walk to Wrigley Field for us, which made our trip very enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, super clean, and cozy. Perfect for a weekend visit😊
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy, secure and a good price. Convenietly located close to The Willows. Friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here. Staff was wonderful, rooms were great, and it's a great location for going to see the Cubs at Wrigley. Would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As advertised. Would recommend for anyone staying in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean room, amazing location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic location and helpful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique historic style hotel. Perfect location to walk just about anywhere within a mile. We walked to beach, wrigley and food. Parking is easy nearby on roof garage. Staff was extremely nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only good thing about this Hotel was the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location! We were able to walk around and feel safe and walked to wrigleyville.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was old but very well maintained. It had a quaint atmosphere. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, location is convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for Cubs games or concerts at Wrigley.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. The staff was incredibly nice and assisted me with directions.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this cute little hotel!! Close to lots of yummy restaurants and walking distance to Lincoln Park zoo and Wrigley.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nostalgic.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was small, but if you are just using it to sleep, it is great! Staff were friendly and present, lobby was inviting, and location was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

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