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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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.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Double Room

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

Basic Room

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

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About the neighborhood

Oak Lawn

Located within a leisurely stroll of Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center, GATEWAY INN is within a few miles (5 km) of Chicago Ridge Shopping Mall. 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

  • ‪Portillo's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Andy's Frozen Custard - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Uncle Bud's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hooters - ‬12 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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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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at GATEWAY INN ?

As of Feb 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GATEWAY INN on Feb 23, 2026 start from $94.49, excluding 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.

What's there to do around GATEWAY INN ?

This hotel is located in Oak Lawn, close to SeatGeek Stadium, Chicago Ridge Shopping Mall, and Abbott Park. You'll also find Wintrust Sports Complex and Lake Katherine Nature Center nearby.

Will I be able to park 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 good 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 .

Does GATEWAY INN have connecting rooms?

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 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. 81 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 155 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Hana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Plenty of parking. Staff was friendly. Room was nice, but the outside of the hotel and the bathrooms could use updating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room. Quiet. Very helpful staff. Great Value.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Julie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room looked like dungeon. Room was dirty, dark, and falling apart. Safety issues with the electrical sockets coming out of the wall. Socket by tv overloaded and power strip just “ hanging “ down the wall. The bathtub was slick and presented a safety falling hazard. I’m only glad that I was busy all day and only had to sleep there. Not worth the price I paid for it. Will not come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and easy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herbey

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Raymond

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sherman

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

HAMZA

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Portia

Traveled with group
Disliked: Room comfort
The room was ok the man owner had gentle sweet spirit, the woman was ok but very rude when I ask her about why don’t they have the dnd door hangers. They would go in our room after we left. I was leaving little traps to be able to tell if they can in. They failed every time. I confronted the lady she said we change towels and take out trash . I told her she didn’t because trash was still in my room. I bought my own whit rags and they took them thinking they were there’s.if they had not come in my room without my permission this would have neva happened. I was there for a church event and my God sister shared a room with me. When she came in the room the one time she looked at the beds and saw my sister bed was messed up and not mine and just looked at us. No ma’am we just shared a room for church. I fixed my bed back up myself because I like a neat part of the room . I only gave a 4 star because of the men. Will not be going back to the establishment and I told her. I was not nasty just told her to lower her voice and I will not be back. Have a nice day. Went back to my room and began packing up. O there breakfast was only boiled egg stale cereal and a blueberry cream cheese danish. No real food as indicated on web site. False info.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

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