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Chicago Lake Shore Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers find their rhythm at this convenient Chicago hotel where they can explore the city on rental bikes or settle in for productive meetings

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Chicago Lake Shore Hotel provides a practical base near the University of Chicago. Guests connect with in-room WiFi, explore the neighborhood on rental bikes, or utilize the meeting spaces for business. Previous visitors consistently mention the helpful, attentive staff.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 731
AED 858 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a built-in wardrobe, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a mirror.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(40 reviews)
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Kenwood, a neighborhood in Chicago, Chicago Lake Shore Hotel is near a train station and near the beach. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grant Park and Millennium Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at McCormick Place or Soldier Field. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Chicago travel guide
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4900 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, 60615

What's nearby

  • A city skyline with a large stadium and marina.
    Burnham Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A city skyline reflected in calm water, with a clear sky and a frozen riverbank.
    Lakefront Trail
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent church, and a view of the ocean.
    University of Chicago
    3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • A classical building with a dome and columns, featuring Charlie Brown exhibit banners.
    Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Obama's House
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • 51st Station
    4 min drive
  • Chicago 51st-53rd Street Station (Hyde Park)
    10 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min walk
  • Starbucks
    11 min walk
  • Dunkin'
    12 min walk
  • Valois
    12 min walk
  • Dunkin'
    14 min walk

About this property

Chicago Lake Shore Hotel

  • Hotel near Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
  • Located close to University of Chicago and University of Chicago Medicine, Chicago Lake Shore Hotel has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and a nature reserve
    • Luggage storage and multilingual staff
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 70 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
    • 55-inch TVs with premium channels
    • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1960
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Chicago Lake Shore Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

As of 26 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel on 27 July 2026 start from AED 731, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chicago Lake Shore Hotel located?

Located in Kenwood, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, University of Chicago, and University of Chicago Medicine. McCormick Place and Soldier Field are also within 6 mi (10 km). Chicago 51st-53rd Street Station (Hyde Park) is 10 minutes by foot and Chicago 47th Street Station (Kenwood) is 11 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

Chicago Lake Shore Hotel Reviews

7.0

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

7.8

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 239 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 128 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 100 out of 1020 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great and helpful. Awesome location close to the beach and waves. Not far from bus line. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean; floor could be cleaner. Location is near Metra electric station that makes it very convenient to go into the city. We were able to check in early- thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

LATARSHA

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It's a ok place to stay for the price. Everything is remodeled, so it's clean in the rooms. The pool is still needing remodeling, and it's no restaurant on the property, but it's a clean place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and the price was reasonable. Plenty of parking and close to restaurants and shopping areas. No concern with cleanliness. The only compliant was the internet: not reliable at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The renovated room was nice… better than expected based on prior reviews. This is a nice quiet place to stay in the Hyde Park neighborhood, close to Lake Michigan and also close to bus, Metra and the “L” stations to reach downtown as well as the south side & south suburbs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, small room, but no issues. I would recommend. I like the location next to the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Standard hotel, nothing fancy. The room was clean but we had issues with the microwave. Alsp, the second floor is only accessed via stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel was easy to find. The free Parking was a huge plus! Only 5 minutes walk to a CTA bus stop or Metra train. Our room was very clean. My only complaint was the lack of amenities. There wasn't even an ice or water machine, no vending machines, no breakfast. But if you just need a place to sleep while you explore Chicago by day then this place is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
No extras but location is pretty nice. Lakefront and plenty of restaurants in area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's more than I expected for what I paid. They haven't renovated the pool yet but the rooms are updated and nice. The staff was very friendly and incredibly helpful. You can cast to the TV's from your phone which was great. I could just use all my regular streaming apps. Close enough to downtown and right next to a park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness
Well located for Hyde Park. Refurbished old motel was OK and clean, but there was no hair dryer, place to hang clothes, or luggage rack, and one thin blanket on the bed. Frig, microwave, and coffee OK. Only needed one night stay but would not use for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really spotless. Really comfortable bed and the pillows are nice as well. Comes with microwave and fridge as well. However the shower head pressure was significantly weak. And the plugs for both nightstands didn't work. It would have been nice if there were a complimentary breakfast as well.But overall the room was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

CJ

The outside area was okay. The inside was clean, bed was comfortable. There was a microwave (didn’t use) and refrigerator. Large screen tv was nice. Water pressure was just okay. Had some issues checking in because I used my initials (which is what I go by) on my reservation and my ID has my name fully written out. The front desk was not going to let me stay because of that. I had to call Hotels.com and finally they changed my reservation to state my full name. Was not off to a good start. Did have some nice restaurants near by and the lake was across the main road.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
You get what you pay for! Great price and location plus very nice staff and newly remodeled. But they don’t apparently have everything ready; 1. No ice machine even though they have ice buckets in the room 2. A closet to hang clothes, but no bar or shelf to allow you to do that. 3. Hit water just warm and weak stream. 4. Zero rooms ready to use at the 3:00 pm check-in time. I can’t explain that. 5. No bkfst at all. Yes, that was in their amenities list, but for that price you should get something.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
hotel was about what we expected. Nice breakfast and staff was kind
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

norhene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant surprise

Booked here for the Chicago marathon and was pleasantly surprised with the hotel given the not so nice reviews. Place is clean and well maintained. Got a room with 2 double beds and room is very spacious. Even had a mini ref and microwave. Got coffees and teas as well. Restroom had a tub and ample supply of toiletries. Ice dispenser is available at the floor as well. Breakfast is decent. Will stay here again if I’m in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

lower cost booking with Best Western perks

The Chicago Lake Shore Hotel served worked well for my wife and I while in town for Lollapalooza. Bus/train stop is just a 9 minute walk away. This hotel is run by the same people as the Best Western next to it and that is where you’ll find your amenities like ice, hot morning breakfast, and any late night candy craving. Be sure to put out your “do not disturb” sign if you want to sleep in as house keeping likes to get to work early. No fridge and microwave in rooms but great A/C and hot water. For best experience try to get a top floor unit so you don’t have to hear everyone coming in and out. There is also an EV charger located in the Best Western portion of the property. No pool available but the lake is right there.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room was clean, staff was very friendly, however there was no option for pool( looked damaged).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brown

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The housekeepers worked hard cleaning every crevice of the rooms, which I enjoy. Downfall was they would start early in the morning & when cleaning upstairs we can hear every footstep & movement of furniture, etc. Guests up there were very loud at night too. We couldnt use the pool nor the café, which is a huge reason why we booked this place. Not to mention, the ap says the beach is 1 min away. It's not true at all. You gotta walk, bike, or drive at least 10 mins. It is RIGHT THERE, but you cant just cross the highway. Free parking was a perk & staff was extremely helpful. It came with the good & the bad, but due to when we were there, prices on rooms went up so we couldnt leave. But we made it work.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean, baseboards were missing so it didn’t feel entirely finished but that was just cosmetic. The bathrooms were clean, the room smelled nice and was clean, beds were comfy and the tv had casting abilities (which kept the kids happy!). Staff helped us navigate transit, the bus was only about an 8 minute walk through a decent neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was spotless. The hotel's in a terrific location and offers free parking. Keep in mind the the property is undergoing renovation and the hallways and bathrooms haven't been updated yet but the bathroom was clean and functional. One oddity with the room is that the charging ports on the headboard were tied to the lights switch just inside the door for the floor lamp. If the switch was in the off position, the charging ports didn't work. I figured out the USB port on the desk lamp charged when the lamp was turned off.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LeAndra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of parking, friendly snd helpful staff, great location for access to downtown and surrounding neighborhoods.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean, nice spot. Definitely will stay here the next time I’m in Chicago
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great. Staff was nice. The room was clean and the hallways had great photos of the city which made it feel more safe and comfortable. The breakfast was great, nice large and comfortable lobby area with view of the water. Nice neighborhood close to the college so lots of great restaurants were just a 10-15 min walk away. Felt safe even at night
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023