Heart O' Chicago

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Lake Michigan

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Exterior
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Deep soaking bathtub
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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5990 North Ridge Ave, Chicago, IL, 60660
  • Place, Rosehill Cemetery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Loyola University Chicago
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Lincoln Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(60 reviews)
  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Located in Edgewater, Heart O' Chicago is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Lake Michigan and Loyola University Chicago. This 45-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Rosehill Cemetery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Loyola University Chicago - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lincoln Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kathy Osterman Beach - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • North Shore Beach Park - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Chicago Rogers Park Station - 3 min drive
  • Thorndale Station - 14 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fireside Restaurant & Lounge - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Parson’s Chicken & Fish - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪White Castle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Heart O' Chicago

Hotel with free parking, near Lake Michigan
Heart O' Chicago features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and TVs. Desks are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 10:00 AM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 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 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Heart O' Chicago?

Heart O' Chicago provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Heart O' Chicago?

As of Jan 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heart O' Chicago on Feb 1, 2026 start from $85.49, 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 is there to do close to Heart O' Chicago?

This hotel is situated in Edgewater within a short 18-minute walk of Lake Michigan. You'll also find Wrigley Field and Aragon Ballroom within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Heart O' Chicago?

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

Does Heart O' Chicago feature a casino at the property?

No, Heart O' Chicago doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Heart O' Chicago?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Heart O' Chicago have a hot tub?

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

Does Heart O' Chicago feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Heart O' Chicago doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Heart O' Chicago allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Heart O' Chicago though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Heart O' Chicago?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Heart O' Chicago?

The closest major airport to Heart O' Chicago is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is 13.6 mi away (39 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is located 20.9 mi away (46-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Heart O' Chicago?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Heart O' Chicago.

Heart O' Chicago Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 325 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 374 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 169 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 1000 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Javier

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not safe to stay here as an AFAB person... nothing worked and we left because we felt unsafe and they refused to give us a refund
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Ryan

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Sketchy but cheap
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older motel, 50s/60s era, super clean, super safe, great parking. TV is small and breakfast is a "cereal bar," but other than that: you are getting what you pay for, and the online pics and descriptions are accurate. Will stay again. It's a great neighborhood, and you cannot beat the price.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

JJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Area seemed safe enough. Went for a run down to the Wrigley area in the middle of the day and was never concerned. Didn't try that at night though. The "breakfast" here is minimal. There's a coffee machine and some cereal and they were out of milk. Calling this a provided breakfast is a little misleading.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Not a lot of options at all in this area if attending a concert at The Riviera. Booked this after reviewing mixed ratings. Old motor lodge, dated decor and bedding. Room was clean but this is bare bones for amenities. Desk staff nice. Continental breakfast was the bare minimum; the coffee fresh and adequate quality.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice workers and some breakfast but my TV didn’t work well and a lot of police noice every night
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a cute old time motel! Perfect for an overnight stay after a concert!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

David Alan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast was almost nonexistent. On the first morning, the only option was cereal in styrofoam bowls. No coffee. No tea. No bread. No juice. On the next two mornings, coffee was available.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed here a few times but time we saw bugs.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

BRYAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loud outside at night
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The motel overall was ok . It could use a bathroom redo very old and room could use new carpet and updated. The TV wouldn't come on. But overall it was good. If I would come back to Chicago I believe I would rent there again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kole

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, Holland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel is always very cozy and clean..always! 😎
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

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

A little bit of upgrade & this place could shine!

It's really a motel and the desk clerk was very friendly. The room was very clean but needed updating. The comforters were polyester and kind of icky, although clean. I just think for the price we paid, which was comparable to other budget hotels in the Chicago area, that they could upgrade and it would make a big difference. We only needed to stay there for one night because we were dropping off our son to college, as we're other guests. It was very close to the college, which was convenient. It's also very close to Clark St., which has a lot of great restaurants and we found two within a mile that were excellent. The neighborhood immediately around the the motel was a little rough, and a little loud at night, but overall it suited our needs. They do have parking which is free and very convenient. They also have breakfast, which I believe is complimentary, but we had other plans for breakfast so we didn't get a chance to check it out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jill

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Would not recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

2/10 Terrible

david

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Taira

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Emma

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall an average stay. Comfy enough, ended up being put in a different room than we booked since they didn’t have any nonsmoking double beds rooms left. Breakfast was basically nonexistent which wasn’t a big deal. Just know there’s only cereal and oatmeal lol Bed was fine, tv worked and bathroom got the job done. The free parking was very nice! Kind of just a sketchy vibe since it’s a motel but safe enough! Got what we paid for and we’re happy about that :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gheorghe

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

RENEE

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

2/10 Terrible

Josh

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025