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Chicago Lake Shore Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Chicago Museum of Science and Industry

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Interior entrance
Exterior
Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Buffet
Combined shower/tub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

6.8

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
4900 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, 60615
  • Popular LocationChicago Museum of Science and Industry3 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Chicago4 min drive
  • Popular LocationMcCormick Place8 min drive
  • AirportChicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.)26 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Located in Kenwood within a mile (2 km) of Chicago Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago Lake Shore Hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as University of Chicago. The 70 rooms at this hotel include coffee makers, TVs, and pillowtop beds.

What's nearby

  • Chicago Museum of Science and Industry - 3 min drive
  • University of Chicago - 4 min drive
  • Soldier Field - 6 min drive
  • Grant Park - 7 min drive
  • McCormick Place - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • 47th Station (Green Line) - 4 min drive
  • Chicago 51st-53rd Street Station (Hyde Park) - 11 min walk
  • The nearest major airports are:<br />Chicago Midway Airport (MDW): 27-min drive, 13.3 mi/21.4 km<br /> Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD): 47-min drive, 24.7 mi/39.7 km<br /> Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive): 38-min drive, 28.6 mi/46.1 km<br /> <p>The preferred airport is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). </p>

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Promontory - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Red Snapper Hyde Park - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Valois - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Chicago Lake Shore Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Chicago Museum of Science and Industry
Chicago Lake Shore Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include a business center and a vending machine.
37-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 7,998 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1960
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 37-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property uses solar energy
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses solar energy.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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

Is a free cancellation option available at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

Chicago Lake Shore Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Kenwood within a short 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan and also 1 minutes on foot from Lakefront Trail. You'll also find Soldier Field and Grant Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Chicago Lake Shore Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Chicago Lake Shore Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Chicago Lake Shore Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include a pillowtop mattress and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Chicago Lake Shore Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Chicago Lake Shore Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Chicago Lake Shore Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel for a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day.

Does Chicago Lake Shore Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

The closest major airport to Chicago Lake Shore Hotel is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is 13.3 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 24.7 mi away (47-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel.

Chicago Lake Shore Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 244 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 139 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 113 out of 1000 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
hotel was about what we expected. Nice breakfast and staff was kind
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

norhene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant surprise
Booked here for the Chicago marathon and was pleasantly surprised with the hotel given the not so nice reviews. Place is clean and well maintained. Got a room with 2 double beds and room is very spacious. Even had a mini ref and microwave. Got coffees and teas as well. Restroom had a tub and ample supply of toiletries. Ice dispenser is available at the floor as well. Breakfast is decent. Will stay here again if I’m in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benito

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

shelisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great. Staff was nice. The room was clean and the hallways had great photos of the city which made it feel more safe and comfortable. The breakfast was great, nice large and comfortable lobby area with view of the water. Nice neighborhood close to the college so lots of great restaurants were just a 10-15 min walk away. Felt safe even at night
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mikhail

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Abdirizak

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Latrice

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Uncomfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Myiti

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

genevieve

Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The property is a basic small 2-story motel. Nothing unique. The pool-facing rooms are now facing an empty pool, unfortunately. The immediate spaces ( walkways, parking lot, empty pool) are a hotbed for rodents. I encountered large rodents each time I ventured in or out of the unit. One suggestion is to have closed garbage bins. I saw 3 rats climb out of a garbage can with food items !!! Scared the bejesus out of me. The community around it is awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lower cost booking with Best Western perks
The Chicago Lake Shore Hotel served worked well for my wife and I while in town for Lollapalooza. Bus/train stop is just a 9 minute walk away. This hotel is run by the same people as the Best Western next to it and that is where you’ll find your amenities like ice, hot morning breakfast, and any late night candy craving. Be sure to put out your “do not disturb” sign if you want to sleep in as house keeping likes to get to work early. No fridge and microwave in rooms but great A/C and hot water. For best experience try to get a top floor unit so you don’t have to hear everyone coming in and out. There is also an EV charger located in the Best Western portion of the property. No pool available but the lake is right there.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Tyler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Towed without giving a parking pass
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Cassandra

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was dark-the lamps were unplugged. It smelled like dirty carpet. There were stains on the walls and ceiling. The bathroom and towels were gross. I did not feel safe staying there with my daughter. The place is more like a motel than a hotel. Most of photos posted online are from the Best Western Plus next door and I know that because after contacting Expedia to assist with getting out of the reservation, that's where we ended up staying. And to make matters worse they charged me for the night even though we didn't stay there because I didn't feel safe there with my daughter and who would...tight hallway with 4 doors 2 upstairs and 2 down, shady bunch of guys (4) right across from us, and the stairway reeked of marijuana.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lacherrie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Jennifer Kristine

Wijsjs
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Alma I

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not consider this hotel for your safety. Over night they stole the convertor of our car. It cost us $495 to fix it and with no apology from the hotel . The area is dangerous .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Bret

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rats in the parking lot. Bugs in the room. Stains on bed spread. We were amazed to discover that there is still such a thing as a smoking room. Disgusting, made our clothes smell like cigarettes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The electricity was sketchy. We had to flip a main switch to get any of the lamps to work. The lamps were old-fashioned and did not have charger ports. There is no refrigerator or microwave. I wonder if the electricity would not have supported those things. The staff was all very friendly, however, and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

lucio

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I'll never return
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023