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Ray's Bucktown B&B

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with free parking, in the vicinity of Lincoln Park Zoo

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Spa
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Hallway
BBQ/picnic Area
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$306
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb

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2144 N. Leavitt St, Chicago, IL, 60647
  • Place, Milwaukee Avenue
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Concord Music Hall
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, The 606
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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DaVinci Room (Second Floor)

DaVinci Room (Second Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • 392 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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East Room (Lower Level)

East Room (Lower Level)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Pillow-top bed
  • 260 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Room with a View (Second Floor)

Room with a View (Second Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • 185 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Cuckoo Room (Second Floor)

Cuckoo Room (Second Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 96 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Skylight Room (Upstairs)

Skylight Room (Upstairs)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Free extra futon mattress
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

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Egret Room (Second Floor)

Egret Room (Second Floor)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Eagles Nest (Second Floor)

Eagles Nest (Second Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Woodpecker (Second Floor)

Woodpecker (Second Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Chickadee room (First Floor)

Chickadee room (First Floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cardinal Room (First Floor)

Cardinal Room (First Floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Flamingo Room (First Floor)

Flamingo Room (First Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Chicago

At Ray's Bucktown B&B, you'll be 4 km (2.5 mi) from Lincoln Park Zoo and 5.1 km (3.2 mi) from Wrigley Field. Highlights at this B&B include free cooked-to-order breakfast, free self-parking and a 24-hour business centre. .This business-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and a library. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, spa services and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Bucktown B&B include Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago.
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What's nearby

  • Milwaukee Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Concord Music Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The 606 - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • DePaul University-Lincoln Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Humboldt Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Western Station (O Hare Branch) - 11 min walk
  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 18 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Allez Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Charleston - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Leavitt Street Inn & Tavern - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ray's Bucktown B&B

Bed & breakfast with free parking, in the vicinity of Lincoln Park Zoo
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and a library are also featured at the business-friendly Ray's Bucktown B&B. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Chicago bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Ray's Bucktown B&B offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and shared/communal kitchens. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.

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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

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVR
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that 2 cats reside at this property
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per accommodation, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at Ray's Bucktown B&B.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Ray's Bucktown B&B?

Yep, Ray's Bucktown B&B has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Ray's Bucktown B&B?

As of 2 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ray's Bucktown B&B on 15 Feb 2026 start from NZ$305.72, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Ray's Bucktown B&B?

The closest beach to Ray's Bucktown B&B is North Avenue Beach (4.8 km).

Is there a spa on site at Ray's Bucktown B&B?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer spa services.

Is Ray's Bucktown B&B family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a picnic area, as well as children's books and art supplies in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Ray's Bucktown B&B is a hit with families.

Does Ray's Bucktown B&B serve breakfast?

You bet, visitors give top marks to the free cooked-to-order breakfast here! Offered daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ray's Bucktown B&B?

No, Ray's Bucktown B&B does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ray's Bucktown B&B?

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

Are pets allowed at Ray's Bucktown B&B?

Dogs are welcome at Ray's Bucktown B&B, with food and water bowls on offer.

Ray's Bucktown B&B Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 353 out of 386 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 386 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 386 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 386 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 386 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The COOLEST place to stay. Quiet, has everything you could ever possibly need, and gives you the opportunity to meet new people! Ray has an incredible collection of pretty much everything, so you never get bored of looking around. The staff were all so welcoming, and made us feel taken care of every step of the way. The bed was so comfortable and we had all the space and accommodations we needed! Thank you Ray’s, we hope to see you all again when we’re next in Chicago!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

malinda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived very late and staff went out of their way to make things smooth and welcome us. The place is perfect. I cannot wait to come stay longer
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ray's is such a fun, quirky place to stay - tons of creativity has gone into making it a unique stay. The breakfast is fabulous, on-site parking is convenient, and there is excellent attention to safety and security. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely phenomenal visit!! The place is so cozy. Breakfast is a 1000000/10!! Staff is so nice and made the whole visit so cozy. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

xiaoyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can order breakfast from menu. Staff are kind. The room Is clean. Multiple restaurants and pub nearby. The street has no sweeping schedule. So it is easy to find parking spot. I do have garage reserved but my ford F150 would not fit. So I parked on the street had no issue at all. I love this place. Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Beautiful property but don’t ex
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura Jane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy and Wonderful!

Such a wonderful find - sweet staff, homey setting, beautiful neighborhood close to the 606 walking trail and train. On top of this the most amazing breakfasts we could ask for. A wonderful gem of a place to visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikhail

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hidden gem with outstanding customer service

Ray's B&B is a hidden gem. It exemplifies service and the highest level of personalized attention to make you feel as comfortable as possible. Even though i stayed for just one night during a business trip, the experience was outstanding. This will be my default option for further trips to Chicago.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Homey and great location

I was visiting my son for a much needed vacation, and this was the perfect place to unwind. He has a very homey feel well, still providing all the modern comforts! I loved the sauna and steam room and used them on a couple of mornings to start my day. The breakfasts were wonderful and made to order. They were an amazing number of options, both regular and vegan. I appreciated their generosity with extra snacks and anything you might have needed that you didn’t bring with you like a water bottle and an umbrella. The location was perfect for getting around Bucktown and a walkable distance from the blue line Western stop. A few blocks in either direction you could find great coffee shops and restaurants. I also love the check out was at noon - that extra hour does make a difference!
1st floor game room
Rooftop
Sunny living area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely one of the best stays I’ve ever had.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brazeals in Bucktown

Wonderful new discovery for us. We were in Chicago to visit our son who lives in Wicker Park and discovered this fabulously funky B&B in Bucktown. It will DEFINITELY be our go to place to stay for future visits. Staff so friendly, everything about our stay was great, visiting with fellow guests over breakfast (pancakes or French Toast, which to choose, too hard, have both!) - just altogether wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Best B and B we've ever stayed in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute B&B. Staff is super friendly and helpful! Breakfast was always delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eclectic and charming. We look forward to another visit in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at Ray's. They made the entire process from start to finish simple and easy. They went above and beyond for us in many ways and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Getaway

My best friend and I had a little weekend getaway this past weekend for a concert and Rays was the perfect place to book! Rays was so well kept and the ladies that run it did an excellent job with welcoming us and making us feel at home. The room we stayed in was spacious for 2 people with an amazing access to the private patio area and it was beautiful and quiet. I would highly recommend Rays to anyone in or out of Chicago!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Jacksonville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a treat to stay at Ray’s. Funky kitschy decor from bygone years. By far THE BEST breakfast menu!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ray's Bucktown Bed and Breakfast is widely celebrated for its eclectic and warm atmosphere, making guests feel at home amidst its unique decor. It definitely feels like you're staying with family, along with a vast array of things to do while "at home" with them (you can do laundry, use the steam/sauna, play some board games, read the newspaper, soak up the sun's rays/watch the stars at night on their upper deck,etc.) along with the many amenities that it provides. The warm hospitality that Ashlee & Kat provided was out of this world - and you know that first impressions last! I appreciated every single interaction I had with them, despite being my first time staying at the humble abode - in addition, to just being my second time in Chicago! Having stayed with them definitely changed my perspective on hotels & motels, and I highly recommend Ray's Bucktown B&B to those who need a comfortable, no-frills, & home-y place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about it!!! The staff, for sure!!! The building and all the fun stuff inside! Breakfast! The neighborhood! I could live there!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mairead

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025