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GATEWAY INN

2.0 star property
Hotel in Oak Lawn with free parking

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Interior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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4657 W 95th St, Oak Lawn, IL, 60453
  • Place, Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Childrens Museum of Oak Lawn
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Oak Lawn

GATEWAY INN places you within a leisurely stroll of Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center and Childrens Museum of Oak Lawn. This 26-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Childrens Museum of Oak Lawn - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • McCormick Place - 23 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Soldier Field - 24 min drive - 16.3 miles
  • Michigan Avenue - 25 min drive - 17.3 miles

Getting around

  • 95th Street - Longwood Station - 7 min drive
  • Oak Lawn Station - 13 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Andy's Frozen Custard - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Uncle Bud's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hooters - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk

About this property

GATEWAY INN

Hotel in Oak Lawn with free parking
GATEWAY INN features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. This hotel also has a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Free local calls are also included. Housekeeping is available on request.

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 3 per stay

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 19 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 3:00 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.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 19 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

GATEWAY INN Hotel
GATEWAY INN Oak Lawn
GATEWAY INN Hotel Oak Lawn

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at GATEWAY INN ?

GATEWAY INN provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around GATEWAY INN ?

This hotel is located in Oak Lawn within a short 14-minute walk of Childrens Museum of Oak Lawn. Chicago Ridge Shopping Mall is also within a driving distance of 2.4 mi.

Is parking available on site at GATEWAY INN ?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does GATEWAY INN feature a casino?

No, GATEWAY INN doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at GATEWAY INN ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is GATEWAY INN a good place to stay for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at GATEWAY INN ?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does GATEWAY INN have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, GATEWAY INN doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will GATEWAY INN allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at GATEWAY INN .

Are there connecting rooms at GATEWAY INN ?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from GATEWAY INN ?

The closest major airport to GATEWAY INN is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is 5.7 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 29.7 mi away (40-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at GATEWAY INN ?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at GATEWAY INN .

GATEWAY INN Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 149 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marlowe

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

6/10 Okay

Logan

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

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

Avoid at all costs if you're sensitive to stink

One of the worst nights I’ve ever spent in a motel. The rooms are dark and depressing and the stink is off the charts. On a scale of 1-10 I’d put it at a 10 for chemical odor. When I asked about this at the front desk they said all the rooms are the same and it’s due to chemical products used by the cleaning staff. Whatever they’re using has a particularly noxious odor that feels like it’s stabbing at your lungs, making it difficult to breathe. I woke up multiple times during the night just to open the front door and take some deep breaths of fresh air. It’s terrible in this day and age that hotel owners don’t realize how many people are chemically sensitive, may have breathing/respiratory issues, or just want to breathe fresh clean air instead of chemical stink. If you’re odor-sensitive in any way you’ll have a very rough time at this motel. I strongly advise finding another place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, Annapolis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location near where I had to be. Lots of dining options.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Marcella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Shopping
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

lidia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Burton D

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I’m not sure why there’s a lot of good reviews here, maybe we just got a bad room. I wasn’t expecting much from a cheap one star hotel but we were sickened as soon as we entered our room. Very tacky craftsmanship of the room, the WiFi didn’t work, the toilet rocked about an inch, space heater and walls looked like they’ve been textured and painted 100 times, there was no smoke detector, the bed was paper thin, no second security lock on the door so anyone with a key could walk in on you at any time. Our bath towels were about the size of hand towels. I really appreciated the man working the counter, he was very polite and helpful and did refund us for the rest of our trip. We only stayed one night of our 4 day stay. I would definitely look elsewhere but try at your own risk.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Okyeremah

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was very cordial and professional. Beds were very firm and hard on the back, but was still able to sleep. Light fixtures in the bathroom were loose so the lights went off and on periodically. Good water pressure. This is on the South Side of Chicago, so be wary of your surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness
Free parking, Safe, Quiet (never heard a neighbor). Bed was comfortable but very squeaky. Staff in the morning saw me come in to return my key and they seemed to hide from me. She'd peak at me then leave again. This might have been before receptionist started (it was 6:45 am) but whoever the worker was could have said good morning or instructed me where to leave my key. I did not see the 'drop box' until after.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was good, except I had to park far away, someone took my parking spot, other than that and no breakfast available. But that was my fault for waiting till 10am
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Patience

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room smelled mildewy and musty. How water was non existent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
When it said breakfast should be Continental. They offered coffee and pancakes. You make the pancakes yourself. It's ideal for a place to sleep. First time I've ever paid for my room bewchecking ielving.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
The room smelled so strongly of fragrance, we had to air it out and locate the source which was the air conditioner filter and clean that. Have to wonder what they are covering up. Bedding also had too much fragrance. Even though we reserved the room for 3 adults and confirmed on check in that we had 3 adults, we only got towels for 2 people both days. No extra toilet paper in the room and no tissues.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the perfect location for many of our plans. The owner/staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and nicely decorated - quaint. I liked the added touch of the lights on around the property. Very much enjoyed our stay here. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Everything you need, for a reasonable rate in a safe area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Shameka

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Aaliyah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed here for Lollapalooza and honestly if you’re on a tight budget and won’t be inside the motel 24/7 just needing a place to rest/bathe then I’ll say this motel is just what you need! I like how transportation was really close to the orange line and there were some stores that open 24/7 like Walgreens. They gave me new towels and face towels every day which I appreciate! My only suggestion/con is that they should do some major renovation as it was really worn down from the walls and floor inside!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

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

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’d stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jenn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very nice stay

The hotel was fine. The staff were extremely professional. (Even when they had to help us at midnight with a new key). My only issue with Gateway was the water pressure. Everything else was spot on
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The Place got us through the night but we kinda wished we had slept elseware
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great Stay, Area and Cost

Was a great stay in a great area for great cost compared to everything around. everything was clean and roomy. had a great stay and staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025