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Chicago Lake Shore Hotel

4900 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, US
3.5Very Good
Hotel amenities
Free Wi-Fi
Pet Friendly
Free Parking
Non-Smoking

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About this property

Chicago Lake Shore Hotel is a 3-star independent property located in Chicago, IL, within a 5-minute drive of the University of Chicago and the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The hotel places guests near major cultural and educational institutions, with McCormick Place 3.8 miles away and University of Chicago Medicine 2.1 miles distant. O'Hare Airport is 6 miles from the property, with a complimentary 24-hour shuttle service available on the hour.

The hotel offers 115 rooms, including 6 suites. Guest accommodations feature pillowtop beds, microwaves, and complimentary wireless internet access. Cable television is provided for in-room entertainment. Private bathrooms include shower/tub combinations stocked with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Chicago Lake Shore Hotel operates as a smoke-free property and incorporates sustainable practices throughout its operations. Bicycle rentals and nearby hiking and biking trails cater to active guests, while golfing is available in the area. The hotel maintains a 24-hour front desk, offers free self-parking and wheelchair-accessible parking, and provides luggage storage. Multilingual staff are on hand to assist guests. The property uses renewable solar energy, LED lighting, water-efficient showers, and eco-friendly cleaning products and toiletries as part of its environmental commitment. A comprehensive recycling program is in place.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and extends to midnight; check-out is at 11:00 AM. Pets are welcome, with up to two dogs allowed per room (maximum 80 pounds each) at $20 per day or $150 per week. Other pet types may be approved upon prior arrangement with the hotel.

Location & nearby attractions

In the heart of Chicago, Chicago Lake Shore Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Griffin Museum of Science and Industry and University of Chicago Medicine. This hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from University of Chicago and 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from McCormick Place.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Lakefront Trail - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Lake Michigan - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Jackson Park - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Barack Obama Residence - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
University of Chicago - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Obama Presidential Center - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
University of Chicago Medicine - 3 km / 1.9 mi
State Street - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Illinois Institute of Technology - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
McCormick Place - 6.2 km / 3.8 mi
Rate Field - 6.2 km / 3.8 mi
Arie Crown Theater - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi
Northerly Island Natural Area - 6.4 km / 4 mi
Northerly Island - 6.4 km / 4 mi

The nearest airports are:
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 21.2 km / 13.2 mi
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 39.7 km / 24.7 mi
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 52.1 km / 32.4 mi

The preferred airport for Chicago Lake Shore Hotel is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 70 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Amenities & features

This smoke-free hotel features bicycle rentals nearby and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

O'Hare Airport- 6 miles from hotel. Free Hotel shuttle hours- 24 Hours taxi fare one way--$15.00,Shuttle is available for the hotel guest on the hour every hour. Shuttle runs between O'hare airport and Hotel only

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Parking is free at the property.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - midnight
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 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. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

Pets are welcome.

  • We are pet friendly and allow up to two dogs in a rented room. The size limit for any one dog shall be 80 pounds. Other pet types (e.g. cats) may be allowed upon the hotel's approval prior to arrival. The pet friendly rate is $20 per day with a $150 per week maximum.

Fees & policies

  • You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Cash deposit: $250 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Pet fee: $25 per accommodation, per day Service animals are exempt from fees Crib (infant bed) fee: $10 per night Rollaway bed fee: $10 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Know before you go

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.

Frequently asked questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

Check-in starts at 3:00 PM - midnight. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.

Where is Chicago Lake Shore Hotel located?

Chicago Lake Shore Hotel is located at 4900 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, US.

What attractions are near Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Lakefront Trail - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Lake Michigan - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi Jackson Park - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi Barack Obama Residence - 1.6 km / 1 mi Griffin Museum of Science and Industry - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi University of Chicago - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi Obama Presidential Center - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi University of Chicago Medicine - 3 km / 1.9 mi State Street - 4 km / 2.5 mi Illinois Institute of Technology - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi McCormick Place - 6.2 km / 3.8 mi Rate Field - 6.2 km / 3.8 mi Arie Crown Theater - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi Northerly Island Natural Area - 6.4 km / 4 mi Northerly Island - 6.4 km / 4 mi The nearest airports are: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 21.2 km / 13.2 mi Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 39.7 km / 24.7 mi Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 52.1 km / 32.4 mi The preferred airport for Chicago Lake Shore Hotel is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW).

Does Chicago Lake Shore Hotel offer parking?

Parking is free at the property.

How do I get to Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

O'Hare Airport- 6 miles from hotel. Free Hotel shuttle hours- 24 Hours taxi fare one way--$15.00,Shuttle is available for the hotel guest on the hour every hour. Shuttle runs between O'hare airport and Hotel only Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

What amenities does Chicago Lake Shore Hotel offer?

Chicago Lake Shore Hotel features amenities such as Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly, Free Parking, Non-Smoking.

What are the rooms like at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

Make yourself at home in one of the 70 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Is Chicago Lake Shore Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Chicago Lake Shore Hotel is pet-friendly. We are pet friendly and allow up to two dogs in a rented room. The size limit for any one dog shall be 80 pounds. Other pet types (e.g. cats) may be allowed upon the hotel's approval prior to arrival. The pet friendly rate is $20 per day with a $150 per week maximum.

What fees should I know about at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Cash deposit: $250 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Pet fee: $25 per accommodation, per day Service animals are exempt from fees Crib (infant bed) fee: $10 per night Rollaway bed fee: $10 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

What should I know before staying at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.