The Willows Hotel

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

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The Willows Hotel offers a cozy retreat near Lake Michigan with boutique charm. Relax by the lobby fireplace after exploring, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Concierge services and luggage storage ensure a hassle-free stay.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$151
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec

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Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Air-conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Small)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Air-conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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 - 2.2 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Navy Pier - 9 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

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

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 - ‬2 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:
  • A vending machine, a lift and a front desk safe
  • Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services
  • Luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception
  • 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

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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 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

  • 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 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

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 8 Nov, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Willows Hotel on 2 Dec, 2025 start from S$150.84, 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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Reviews

The Willows Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 513 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nikhil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room | Staff | Shops nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was welcoming and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found our new Hotel while in Chicago. Front desk attendant very helpful and friendly. Quiet, clean and very charming.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price and very nice lobby. Rooms clean. Very small. Very old but ok for a couple nights.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, clean room, terrific location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great staff!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great spot
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quirky small hotel in a great neighborhood of Chicago. Perfect to walk to Cubs game.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Some staff was friendly and helpful. Limited amenities. Quaint and convenient to where we need to be when visiting!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel, right in the heart of Lakeview neighborhood. Very convenient for us on our trip. I highly recommend this property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Brent

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were cool and not helpful when we asked about where parking was available. When I went to call the front desk because there was no shampoo, I found the phone unplugged with no cord to plug it in, so I had to go to the desk. The water in the shower was like warm. The whole property is tired.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little hotel tucked away from all the hustle and bustle of the big city
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, older building, friendly staff. Very convenient. Nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint small hotel close to restaurants and Wrigley Field
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

We liked the location of the hotel and it's old school charm. The hotel seems a little musty and needs to be freshened up a bit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Taylor

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute & clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great, will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, had what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was fine and room spacious. Parking is sparse around area and parking garage charges $25 each time in or out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room and check in person very nice. Great location and safe area. Built in 1906 so classic. Bed very comfy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s so damn cute!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Amenities
Charming hotel in a perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved this historic hotel. The staff was fantastic. It was clean. They had robes and a full and pretty reasonably-priced minibar and snack selection in the room. Our only issue was that the bathroom light was on a motion sensor that was set on a timer for about 3 minutes, so the lights kept going out when we were showering. Walkable to Wrigley. Great neighborhood. We felt safe. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a great neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024