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Chicago Lake Shore Hotel

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Located close to Griffin Museum of Science and Industry and University of Chicago, Chicago Lake Shore Hotel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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 miles
  • A city skyline reflected in calm water, with a clear sky and a frozen riverbank.
    Lakefront Trail
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent church, and a view of the ocean.
    University of Chicago
    3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • A classical building with a dome and columns, featuring Charlie Brown exhibit banners.
    Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
    3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • President Obama’s Chicago Family Home
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • 51st Station
    4 min drive
  • Chicago 51st-53rd Street Station (Hyde Park)
    7 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

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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 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 7 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. 244 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 224 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 125 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 102 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was kept clean, parking was right outside the room-great. Staff was helpful, professional and available
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Free parking! Loads of nice places to eat near the hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wayne Gel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The only thing I didn’t like was the stairway, they don’t have elevators. The rooms were clean, bed was comfortable to sleep with, pillows were new restroom was well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine, it was a simple stay, nothing went wrong, the staff was friendly and helpful, over all it was a good experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was really nice and the rooms are clean and nice looking. Also only a 5-7 minutes walk from the Metra station and the bus station that gets you downtown pretty easily. Overall it was a really nice and located in a safe neighbourhood. The only negative about this place was that the wi-fi was very slow and sometime it did not work.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with comfortable mattress, coffee maker, refrigerator and microwave. Excellent location by the lake. Safe neighborhood in Hyde Park. Could go for a nice jog in the morning to the beach and back. Metra (5 min walk) takes you directly to the convention center. The price of the room will not break the bank :)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

8/10 Good

Cecil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Comfortable beds. Working a/c. But terrible WiFi which was a bummer. Not much around the hotel as it is a very residential area. But still more economical to stay here and uber into the city than to pay downtown prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

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 review

8/10 Good

ROBERT

Liked: Staff & service
Good deal, but property under renovation. Inside the room was fine and had been redone, although there was a bid of dampness smell coming from the old AC unit. Outside there were dumpsters right outside our units and the sidewalks were crumbling. I assume most of this will be rectified with the completion of the renovation. Overall, there are not a lot of options in the Hyde Park area and this was affordable; plus it was a nice walk to both the downtown Hyde Park area and the lake trail/Promontory Point via the pedestrian overpass.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

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 review

4/10 Poor

CHERYL

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We were in town for business and had 2 rooms with several issues, 509 and 511. We had 4 more nights booked but cancelled. The rooms have no way to hang up clothes. Rom 509 tv only got CBS and all other stations said poor signal. The vanity areas need brighter lighting. 511 had a clogged toilet, but we left without reporting. The parking lot is in disrepair and the hotel is dated. see pic. At 9:45AM we heard a power drill adjacent to 509. The beds were comfy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

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 review

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 review

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