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The Golden Arm

2.5 star property
A peaceful garden retreat in the city with WiFi and helpful concierge services - the perfect base for exploring near United Center

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Ruby Room creates an urban oasis near United Center, offering a serene garden setting, WiFi throughout, and attentive concierge services that guests appreciate. Its central location makes city exploration convenient and easy.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, free WiFi

King Room 3C

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed 3B

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City Views 4A

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, free WiFi

King Room, Courtyard View, 3D

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City Views 3A

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed 4B

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, free WiFi

King Room, Courtyard View, 4D

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, free WiFi

King Room 4C

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in West Town, a neighborhood in Chicago, The Golden Arm is near a metro station. Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Millennium Park and Grant Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at United Center or Wrigley Field. Visit our Chicago travel guide
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1745 W Division St, Chicago, IL, 60622

What's nearby

  • Milwaukee Avenue
    Milwaukee Avenue
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The 606
    The 606
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Path with Yellow Flowers at the Humboldt Park Lagoon
    Humboldt Park
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Wood Street Gallery
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Salt Shed
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Chicago Clybourn Station
    2 min drive
  • Division Station
    5 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wendy's
    4 min walk
  • The Standard Bar & Grill
    6 min walk
  • Parlor Pizza Bar
    2 min walk
  • Iron Age Korean Steakhouse
    6 min walk
  • Bangers & Lace Wicker Park
    2 min walk

About this property

The Golden Arm

Boutique hotel near United Center
The Golden Arm provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Concierge services, wedding services, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Golden Arm have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 1896
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

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

  • Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Ruby Room
Ruby Room Chicago
Ruby Room Inn
Ruby Room Inn Chicago
Ruby Room Hotel Chicago
Ruby Room Hotel
Ruby Room Hotel Chicago
Ruby Room Hotel
Ruby Room Chicago
Ruby Room Hotel Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Is The Golden Arm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Golden Arm?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 30 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Golden Arm?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 30 (subject to availability).

Where is The Golden Arm located?

Located in West Town, this boutique hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Milwaukee Avenue and within 3 mi (5 km) of Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk. United Center is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away. Division Station is only a 5-minute walk and Damen Station is 12 minutes.

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Reviews

The Golden Arm Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 666 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 666 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 666 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 666 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 666 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfortable room with view of downtown Chicago.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and had a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, comfortable getaway in the city.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous room, great location. Older building with charm. Had a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super easy to find, super easy to check in, great walk to Salt Shed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No TV and no parking was a bummer. As long as you have your own laptop w/ Netflix or Amazon Prime & you are Ubering/Lyfting everywhere - it's perfect. The bed was SO COMFORTABLE!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUSTEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was just as advertised,very comfortable abd cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location and price were great. The room was big for a city hotel and clean. This is a walk-up and the steps are very very steep. The water pressure in the shower was poor and the temperature was scalding hot. There is no staff so we would have had to call or text.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, tons of restaurants to choose from within walking distance. Room was very clean, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

Nice place!

Cute little place in a great location. Entry and exit was a breeze. Very nice room and very very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Veia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall room was good. The climb up the stairs with no elevator and heavy luggage was not fun. And I think a tv and a few more guest amenities in the room would improve the accommodations. Area around the room is very nice. Lots of cute shops and delicious restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nate

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room! Great view of the skyline from my balcony. A little unique but I enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice spacious rooms and I love that I can check in without having to talk to anyone. We only stayed one night but it was a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shoshanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, very affordable and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed staying at this property. The room was very lovely and even without a front desk their customer service is very prompt and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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

Great location

Great space in a very convenient location. Lots of restaurants in the area and easily walkable to The Salt Shed. Stairs ARE narrow and steep but didn’t bother us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a cozy room in the center of a safe area in Chicago. It’s really pretty and a lot to do right when you step out of the building. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
comfortable bed, clean space, nice bathroom; very steep steps to climb to the third floor (be aware if you have heavy luggage); no tv or other amenities in the room (much more like a guest room and less like a hotel). great location, but not much else going for it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. The neighborhood was safe. My event was within walking distance. The room was nicely decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for Wicker Park visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Good location. Lots of dining options
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! Great location, great view of the city on the top floor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Wicker Park is a good location. Many dining opportunities within walking distance and easily accessed to other areas of downtown vua public transportation or Uber.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is very cute. Our room looked right out on Division which I loved. There is no TV or fridge in the room. There is a little community room in the hallway that has a fridge and microwave. The price was very reasonable for the area. It was only about a 15 minute walk to he Salt Shed. There are a ton of good restaurants right outside. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025