Chicago Lake Shore Hotel

Property class: 3

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Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$350
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Explore the area

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4900 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, 60615
  • Place, Burnham Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakefront Trail
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Chicago
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(43 reviews)
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Chicago

Chicago Lake Shore Hotel places you in the centre of Chicago, within a 30-minute stroll of Griffin Museum of Science and Industry and University of Chicago. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Kenwood hotel include University of Chicago Medicine and Soldier Field.

What's nearby

  • Burnham Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lakefront Trail - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • President Obama’s Chicago Family Home - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of Chicago - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Griffin Museum of Science and Industry - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • 51st Station - 4 min drive
  • Chicago 51st-53rd Street Station (Hyde Park) - 7 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Valois - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Chicago Lake Shore Hotel

Chicago Lake Shore Hotel offers its guests multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1960
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Chicago Lake Shore Hotel offers 70 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1960
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Payment types

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

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Chicago Lake Hotel
Chicago Lake Shore
Chicago Lake Shore Hotel
Ramada Chicago
Ramada Inn Lake Shore - Chicago Hotel Chicago
Ramada Lake Shore Chicago
Chicago Lake Shore Hotel Hotel
Chicago Lake Shore Hotel Chicago
Chicago Lake Shore Hotel Hotel Chicago

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

Chicago Lake Shore Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel on 12 Oct 2026 start from NZ$350, 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.

Is parking available at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

Yep, Chicago Lake Shore Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

The closest beach to Chicago Lake Shore Hotel is Rainbow Beach (6.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

No, Chicago Lake Shore Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Chicago Lake Shore Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 251 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 225 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 125 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 100 out of 1014 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and good service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It's a ok place to stay for the price. Everything is remodeled, so it's clean in the rooms. The pool is still needing remodeling, and it's no restaurant on the property, but it's a clean place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Insite parking huge plus. Decent hotel nothing special.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The renovated room was nice… better than expected based on prior reviews. This is a nice quiet place to stay in the Hyde Park neighborhood, close to Lake Michigan and also close to bus, Metra and the “L” stations to reach downtown as well as the south side & south suburbs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, small room, but no issues. I would recommend. I like the location next to the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
No extras but location is pretty nice. Lakefront and plenty of restaurants in area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Standard hotel, nothing fancy. The room was clean but we had issues with the microwave. Alsp, the second floor is only accessed via stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Comfortable beds. Working a/c. But terrible WiFi which was a bummer. Not much around the hotel as it is a very residential area. But still more economical to stay here and uber into the city than to pay downtown prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel was easy to find. The free Parking was a huge plus! Only 5 minutes walk to a CTA bus stop or Metra train. Our room was very clean. My only complaint was the lack of amenities. There wasn't even an ice or water machine, no vending machines, no breakfast. But if you just need a place to sleep while you explore Chicago by day then this place is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
Great for pets. That's it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay at this hotel and would gladly stay here again. From the moment I arrived, the staff was friendly, welcoming, and made me feel right at home. The room was exceptionally clean and well-maintained, which immediately put me at ease. Everything looked fresh, organized, and cared for. The hotel's location was also excellent as it was near a train station that was a short ride to the downtown area. Between the outstanding cleanliness, convenient location, and genuinely friendly staff, this hotel provided a wonderful experience. I would not hesitate to stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's more than I expected for what I paid. They haven't renovated the pool yet but the rooms are updated and nice. The staff was very friendly and incredibly helpful. You can cast to the TV's from your phone which was great. I could just use all my regular streaming apps. Close enough to downtown and right next to a park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In the middle of improvements
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it's good for this price, close to the university with clean rooms, a little bit noisy, overral acceptable with such low price
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bugs outside all the rooms. I killed some inside mine. The pool is behind repair so that tells you a lot about the property. Cheap spot to sleep for a last minute visit and was walking distance to where I needed to be but that’s it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was not helpful. Room smelt very musty which is a high indicator of roach infestations. I ended up booking a different room for the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an older 2 story property with great big refinished rooms with lake views. Daily attention to room turndown excellent! Front desk staff very nice. Location is wonderful with the highway close, biking path and water close, food a short walk, and museums a short drive. Parking is free. Downside is part of the property is defunct with an empty pool, unused cafe and unused conference bldg. no elevator, no ice machine and poor shower pressure. A great price and memorable stay for us and would gladly come again!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The desk staff was rude. She seemed to make rules as she talked. There was a dog that barked for hours!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Well located for Hyde Park. Refurbished old motel was OK and clean, but there was no hair dryer, place to hang clothes, or luggage rack, and one thin blanket on the bed. Frig, microwave, and coffee OK. Only needed one night stay but would not use for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Good deal, but property under renovation. Inside the room was fine and had been redone, although there was a bid of dampness smell coming from the old AC unit. Outside there were dumpsters right outside our units and the sidewalks were crumbling. I assume most of this will be rectified with the completion of the renovation. Overall, there are not a lot of options in the Hyde Park area and this was affordable; plus it was a nice walk to both the downtown Hyde Park area and the lake trail/Promontory Point via the pedestrian overpass.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026