The Willows Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Lake Michigan

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout curtains
Dining
Front of property
Lobby
Lobby sitting area
VIP Access

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$238
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul

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Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Small)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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 Clybourn Station - 4 min drive
  • Diversy Station - 11 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 37 min drive

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
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Willows Hotel

Boutique hotel near Lake Michigan
The Willows Hotel provides a fireplace in reception and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Luggage storage, concierge services and coffee/tea in reception
  • A vending machine, a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free property and a lift
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 55 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Romanian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 25 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

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1906
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25 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
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Willows Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Willows Hotel?

As of 19 Jun, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Willows Hotel on 9 Jul, 2025 start from S$239.90, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Willows Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Willows Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Willows Hotel located?

Located in Lakeview, this boutique hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan. Wrigley Field and Michigan Avenue are also within 3 miles (5 km). Diversy Station is 11 minutes by foot and Wellington Station is 12 minutes.

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The Willows Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 518 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1004 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great location and great staff!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

Loved the atmosphere and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Friendly staff and very comfortable beds. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Excellent boutique hotel. Great big rooms with charm, adorable lobby to relax in. Would def stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Lovely little hotel tucked away from all the hustle and bustle of the big city
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10

Very quaint and very very noisy. A little dingy but rooms were clean. Not a bad stay for the location/price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Quaint small hotel close to restaurants and Wrigley Field
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Location is perfect for a weekend near the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Nice, quiet, clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Great neighborhood location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Quiet area in a beautiful neighborhood. Many places to eat within a few blocks. Our room was clean and comfortable. Bathrooms are small and need to be updated. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great lobby, historical hotel in a great walkable neighborhood with everything you need nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10

Age of property shows. For the price I would expect a better experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Good experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10

Price was way to expensive
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Hotel is clean, comfortable, and walkable. The living room is especially nice with a fireplace, coffee, and homemade cookies.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Old time hotel, great location and very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Staff is exceedly helpful. Good for older guests like me.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Unique building right in the heart of Lakeview area. Clean and quiet. Slept really well in the comfy beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Property was charming with a comfortable lobby. The location was super convenient with lots of food options within a close walking distance. We parked off site for $26 and walked to all of the destinations we wanted to see.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Wonderful staff, simple, clean rooms. Parked free on the street (only select streets are free). Quiet, lovely!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10

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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025