Lake Michigan views meet city convenience at this welcoming spot where multilingual staff provide assistance and Loyola University Chicago sits just minutes away
Heart O' Chicago sits just steps from Lake Michigan, offering travelers free in-room WiFi and attentive multilingual staff. The 24-hour front desk ensures guests receive assistance whenever needed, while the on-site vending machine provides quick snack options throughout the day.
Located near the beach, Heart O' Chicago is in Edgewater, a neighborhood in Chicago. Chicago Theatre and Art Institute of Chicago are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier. Check out an event or a game at Wrigley Field, and consider making time for Field Museum of Natural History, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Chicago travel guide
5990 North Ridge Ave, Chicago, IL, 60660
What's nearby
Loyola University Chicago
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Lincoln Park
18 min walk - 1.5 km
Kathy Osterman Beach
19 min walk - 1.7 km
Rosehill Cemetery
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Kindred Chicago Lakeshore
18 min walk - 1.5 km
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
White Castle
2 min walk
Parson’s Chicken & Fish
7 min walk
Dunkin'
10 min walk
About this property
Heart O' Chicago
Hotel near Lake Michigan
Close to Loyola University Chicago, Heart O' Chicago has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
A 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and a vending machine
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Heart O' Chicago boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
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
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
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Frequently asked questions
Is Heart O' Chicago pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Heart O' Chicago?
Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Heart O' Chicago?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.
Where is Heart O' Chicago located?
Located in Edgewater, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lincoln Park, Lake Michigan, and Loyola University Chicago. Riviera Theatre and Aragon Ballroom are also within 3 mi (5 km). Thorndale Station is 14 minutes by foot and Bryn Mawr Station is 18 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Heart O' Chicago Reviews
7.8
Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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.
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.
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.
This is not a hotel option to pass on. The hotel is close to transit so getting to downtown and to a Cubs game is easy to do. There are alsom many dining and options and small uniqure shops along Clark and Broadway.
Charles
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
20 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean place
Front desk guy was friendly. Room was clean. Easy to go dowtown by train.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Emma
27 July 2025
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 :)
Exactly what I needed for my stint in Chicago - a clean bed, good shower and a safe place to leave my car. The only issue was check out - at 11, but my room card stopped working at 930. But I was allowed back in easy enough. Thank you!!
This hotel is a great option if you do not want to stay downtown. The Edgewater and Andersonville areas nearby have many great bars and restaurants as well as unique shopping.
Charles
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Megan
30 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location and friendly, accommodating staff. Rooms were clean.