The Willows Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Lake Michigan

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Enjoy a restful stay in this inviting room featuring a comfortable bed, a ceiling fan, and a window with a scenic view.
Experience the charm of The Willows Hotel, featuring classical architecture with ornate details and a welcoming outdoor space.
Classic dining area with round tables, unique chairs, and framed artwork adorns the walls.
Experience a warm welcome at our elegant lobby, featuring a reception desk, comfortable seating, and a stunning chandelier.
Relax in a sophisticated lounge area with a large fireplace, leather armchairs, and a checkered rug.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is P7,541
P8,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12

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Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Small)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
555 W Surf St, Chicago, IL, 60657

What's nearby

  • DePaul University-Lincoln Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Wrigley Field - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Navy Pier - 9 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 4 min drive
  • Diversy Station - 11 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cesar's Killer Margaritas - Broadway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tuk Tuk Thai Isan Street Food - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Willows Hotel

Boutique hotel near Lake Michigan
The Willows Hotel provides a fireplace in the lobby and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 55 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, Romanian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1906
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25 per day (300 ft away)

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 smoke detector and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Hotel Willows
Willows Chicago
Willows Hotel
Willows Hotel Chicago
The Willows Hotel Hotel
The Willows Hotel Chicago
The Willows Hotel Hotel Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Is The Willows Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Willows Hotel?

As of Jul 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Willows Hotel on Aug 11, 2025 start from P 7,541.45, 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 time is check-in at The Willows Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Willows Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Willows Hotel located?

Located in Lakeview, this boutique hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan. Wrigley Field and Lincoln Park Zoo are also within 1 mi (2 km). Diversy Station is 11 minutes by foot and Wellington Station is 12 minutes.

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The Willows Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 519 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 270 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1011 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, clean room, terrific location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this place! Gorgeous room, fantastic location, very nice staff. Definitely will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel, right in the heart of Lakeview neighborhood. Very convenient for us on our trip. I highly recommend this property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had great stay at property. I was only in town for 2 days the location was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great staff!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Reasonably priced, good location, short walk to Wrigley. An in-room coffee maker would be convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the atmosphere and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Great neighborhood! Reasonable price. Quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and very comfortable beds. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent boutique hotel. Great big rooms with charm, adorable lobby to relax in. Would def stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, older building, friendly staff. Very convenient. Nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

We liked the location of the hotel and it's old school charm. The hotel seems a little musty and needs to be freshened up a bit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute & clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed here to watch a Cubs game. Easy to get around and quiet, tree-lined street. GREAT AIR CONDITIONING! (It was 98 degrees when we were here!)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s so damn cute!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little hotel tucked away from all the hustle and bustle of the big city
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Taylor

Very quaint and very very noisy. A little dingy but rooms were clean. Not a bad stay for the location/price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Amenities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect for a weekend near the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint small hotel close to restaurants and Wrigley Field
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet, clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
First day in
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great neighborhood location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025