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A Timeless
Neighborhood Hideaway

Located in the quiet Lake View East neighborhood, The Willows Hotel Chicago is beloved by locals and travelers alike. With its creative common areas, peaceful ambiance, and close proximity to some of the city’s best attractions, our hotel offers the best combination of comfort and convenience in a setting that inspires.

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An Outstanding Value

The Willows Hotel offers exceptional value for every guest with cozy guest rooms at a reasonable rate, situated within the heart of the city.

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Lincoln Park at Our Door

Hidden away in the picturesque gardens of Chicago’s Lincoln Park, The Willows Hotel is also under a mile away from the shoreline of Lake Michigan.

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See Chicago Like a Local

Go for a morning run to kickstart your day, or explore at your leisure after a hot cup of coffee. Our neighborhood offers an abundance of residential charm.

Accommodations

Charming. Cozy. Refined.

Rest your head and recharge within one of our comfortably refined guest rooms. Our hotel offers an inviting collection of warm and sophisticated accommodations, complete with graceful wood decor and contemporary amenities for every guest.

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Location

See the Windy City

From improv comedy shows to classy cocktail spots, we invite you to get out and experience Chicago at its finest.

Wellington

Located at 945 West Wellington Avenue, this Chicago ‘L’ Station stop offers service for the Brown Line, as well as the Purple Line during the week.

Diversey

Providing service for the Brown Line and the Purple Line express trains, the Diversey ‘L’ station is located conveniently in Lincoln Park.

Kingston Mines

Kingston Mines is a world-famous blues club, restaurant, and live music venue, featuring an authentic atmosphere and a variety of talented musicians.

Fullerton

With service for the CTA’s Brown, Red, and Purple lines, the Fullerton ‘L’ train station offers close proximity to the DePaul University campus.

Diversey Driving Range & Mini Golf

Choose from a sweeping driving range made of synthetic turf and 18 holes of miniature golf for an exciting modern golf experience in Lincoln Park.

Fullerton Beach

Located on the city’s scenic lakefront, Fullerton Beach is one of the best beaches in Chicago for riding bikes, going on a run, or taking a stroll by the water.

Lincoln Park

From its picturesque outdoor gardens to its gorgeous lakefront scenery, Lincoln Park is one of Chicago’s most remarkable neighborhoods.

Lincoln Park Zoo

Covering 35 acres and opened originally in the 1860s, Lincoln Park Zoo is one of the only free admission zoos remaining in the United States.

R.J. Grunts

Decorated with unique 1970s flair, this renowned comfort food destination is a Chicago favorite, offering a full menu of all-American eats.