Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago

2.0 star property
Hotel in Chicago, steps from State Street

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Free WiFi
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Free WiFi
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1 E Balbo Drive, Chicago, IL, 60605
  • Place, State Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Art Institute of Chicago
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Millennium Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Located in Downtown Chicago, Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago is adjacent to State Street and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Millennium Park. This 10-room hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves.

What's nearby

  • State Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Auditorium Building and Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Art Institute of Chicago - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Millennium Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Michigan Avenue - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Harrison Station - 2 min walk
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 8 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Art of Pizza on State Street - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Devil Dawgs on State - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Thai Spoon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lao Sze Chuan - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago

Hotel in Chicago, steps from State Street
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other amenities include kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of USD 300 will be collected before check-in.

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Chicago within a short 14-minute walk of Millennium Park and also 15 minutes on foot from Lake Michigan. You'll also find Michigan Avenue and State Street less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago feature a casino at the property?

No, Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago have a hot tub?

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

Does Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago.

Does Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago?

The closest major airport to Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is 11.9 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 18.7 mi away (38-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago.

Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 6 reviews

4.8/10

Cleanliness

4.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

The hotel notified me that they cancelled my reservation because they had bed bugs. I respected their diligence and appeciated the warning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I arrived the room was dirty, there was urine in the toilet there was food on the counter and the bed was on made. There was no one that I could reach and the elevator was broken. They took my money and did not return it. I called Expedia immediately and they could not help me
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Terrible

Was not able to get in and nobody answered me when I called and reached out and am in the process of getting my refund.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Javier

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz katherin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025