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The Wade

Property class: 4.5

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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644 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • Place, Navy Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, City View

A modern hotel room with a sectional sofa, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a city view.

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a vanity with a mirror, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

A modern hotel room with a glass desk, a flat-screen TV, a sofa with cushions, a large window with a view, and a chandelier.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

A room with a large window overlooking a coastal area, a modern chair, and a piece of abstract art on the wall.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a large window with a view, and a modern wall design.

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

A modern hotel room with two beds, a dark wooden coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Located in Downtown Chicago, The Wade is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Lake Michigan and Michigan Avenue. This 4.5-star hotel has 520 guestrooms and offers an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Lincoln Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Navy Pier - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Michigan Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grant Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 3 min drive
  • Chicago Station (Red Line) - 15 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Timothy O'Toole's Pub Chicago - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Robert's Pizza and Dough Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪D4 Irish Pub and Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Wade

At The Wade, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is offered for USD 86 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and express check-out.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels and pay movies. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, free weekday newspapers, and safes. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 86 per night)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 25 for adults and USD 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Current

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Fitness classes
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 19 meeting rooms
  • 20,386 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (41 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (37 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 33 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (40 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per stay

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 86 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night plus USD 100 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Wade?

The Wade offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Wade?

As of Oct 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Wade on Nov 12, 2026 start from $151, including 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 is there to do near The Wade?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Chicago within a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan, Michigan Avenue, and Chicago Riverwalk. You'll also find Navy Pier and Grant Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Wade?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 86 per night.

Does The Wade have luxury amenities?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as an indoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge at this hotel.

Does The Wade include a casino at the property?

No, The Wade doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Wade?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 5:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about The Wade?

This lakeside hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at The Wade?

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

Does The Wade have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Wade serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Current.

Does The Wade allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Wade for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at The Wade?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Wade?

The closest major airport to The Wade is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is 13.8 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 18.3 mi away (39-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Wade?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Wade.

The Wade Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1286 out of 2146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 426 out of 2146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 220 out of 2146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 109 out of 2146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 105 out of 2146 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was always super helpful, our room was clean and very comfortable, the view to the lake was beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good vacation. With the obvious bonus of location for this hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was the perfect location for our family. Amazing views and a short walk anywhere we needed to be!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Best location near the beach. Very clean room. Dakota checked us in, super nice guy! We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything is great, valet parking great!,easy access to the shores, food many options available.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel for the price! Excellent location. Nice pool. Nice outdoor area. Amazing view!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location, clean modern rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room had a great view
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The view was spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The truth is that this hotel is one of the best, good service, a very pleasant stay, everything clean and tidy, there is nothing to complain about
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was very clean. Staff was very nice and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very nice and welcoming. The property was right across the street from Ohio beach which was great. Also a short walk to the Navy pier and some amazing food. Overall a great pick.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Exceptionally well located, amazing view. Clean and well kept, room very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Very friendly and helpful. Lake side view rooms are awesome. Short walk to navy pier
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent views. Good guys working there. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very close to the beach. Nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a great experience
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We love it❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing all around
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My favorite hotel in Chicago. Love it
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We enjoy our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff! Breakfast food is amazing. Overall was a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is well located near Navy Pier, easy to commute to other parts of the city.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026