Pros (+) Easy to get to. Free parking at the hotel.
Cons (-) Roomy smelled musty. Furnishings and carpet were old and in poor condition. Staff was non-existent. Hotel smelled strongly of cigarettes and weed.
3 stars
Chicago Lake Shore Hotel
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Overview
Set in Chicago, Chicago Lake Shore Hotel is a five-minute walk from the Blackstone Library and offers free wireless internet access in all areas. It is surrounded by a range of popular eateries and is minutes on foot from Hyde Park 53rd Street Railway Station.
The hotel has 184 rooms and has been recently refurbished. Guests can also enjoy free public parking on site. It also offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a lake and a free shuttle service.
Rooms have movies-on-demand and a desk.
Chicago Lake Shore Hotel's on-site restaurant is a convenient option for guests wishing to dine in.
The hotel is set by Lake Michigan and is a short walk from 47th Street Railway Station. The Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and Magnificent Mile are easily reached by car.
Amenities at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel
- Indoor pool
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Business centre
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Airport shuttle
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Internet
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Fire extinguisher
- Air-conditioned
- Smoke alarms
Accessibility and suitability
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Disabled access
- Lift
- Designated smoking area
Dining
- Restaurant
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Vending machine (snacks)
Services and conveniences
- Business centre
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- 24-hour front desk
Parking and transportation
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
Things to do
- Beach access
- Golf
Bathroom
- Hairdryer
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
General
- Storage available
Health and safety
- Safe
Fitness
- Fitness centre
Pool
- Indoor pool
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Summary of reviews
Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's location, especially its proximity to the lakefront and parking availability. However, many expressed dissatisfaction with the cleanliness of the rooms, outdated furniture, and poor customer service. Several reviews mentioned issues such as non-existent wifi, unpleasant odors, and inadequate amenities, leading to an overall negative experience for many guests.AI-generated from customer reviews
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Cons (-) The cigarette smoke smell that never left the room!!!
Pros (+) Location
Cons (-) Room's size room cleanliness
Pros (+) Staff was friendly.
Cons (-) Advertised pool but it wasn't open.
Cons (-) Hotel was very outdated
Pros (+) The free shuttle service to Chicago was awsome, I didn't have to pay for a cab, though tips are appreciated. The breakfast was very good and discounted but not free.
Cons (-) The air conditioner didn't work, the toilet wouldn't flush, the décor is dated from the 70's, TV is over the air. Two star material at best!
Pros (+) Location was good for what we needed. Beds were comfortable. Room was clean but a little rough around the edges.
Cons (-) I probably wouldn't stay here again. I switched from another hotel in the area to save some money. I would not have paid the price I did if this hotel was in a different location. Overall it was comfortable and relatively clean. Definitely a unique property. Food at the cafe was not something I would go back for.
Pros (+) There is no other hotel in the Hyde Park/U Chicago area that is under $100/night. The hotel is within walking distance of the University on the north side of Hyde Park, and has a free shuttle to the University that runs three times a day. It was clean. Front desk staff was courteous, friendly and helpful. The hotel sits on Lake Shore Drive so there is a view of the lake; unfortunately the hotel ro...
Cons (-) The security door did not latch unless you pulled it shut behind you. The toilet leaked every time you flushed it. The shower head squealed every time you took a shower. The bathtub plug leaked, so a bath required constantly running water. The vanity light took 5 minutes to turn on after you flipped the light switch. Staff left odd assortments of towels, some days too many for needs and other days...
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Pros (+) Close to Lack front Bike Path so that I could minimize time at the hotel
Cons (-) Sheets had bugs in them, plumbing backed up for tum and toilet, low water pressure in the shower
Pros (+) Rooms were big enough
Cons (-) The doors from the other guests were too loud! You can here slamming of the front door by rude guests. Not the hotel's fault but maybe a simple courtesy notice would suffice.
Location
4900 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60615
What's nearby
- Museum of Science and Industry1.7 km
- University of Chicago2.1 km
- McCormick Place5.7 km
- Field Museum7.2 km
- Shedd Aquarium7.3 km
- Grant Park8.3 km
- Art Institute of Chicago8.8 km
- Chicago Board of Trade Building8.9 km
- Millennium Park9.1 km
- Willis Tower9.1 km
- Chicago Theater9.5 km
- Navy Pier9.7 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00 |
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Cancellation/pre-payment | Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider. |
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Value for money | 5.7 |
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Distance to city centre | 8.5 km |
Nearest airport | Chicago Midway |
Distance to airport | 13.4 km |