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The Willows

2.5 of 5
555 West Surf Ave, Chicago, IL 60657-6020 (Lakeview)
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Miami
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Perfect location and friendly staff. Rooms are good as well, I couldn't stay for more than one night because they were sold out, if you are thinking of going to Chicago, book your hotel ahead of time since is always hard to find hotel. I recommend the Willows, however they should move the check out time for later, 11am is... More

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Columbus
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Very helpful and friendly staff. We received a free upgrade upon arrival, which was a pleasant surprise. The hotel is small and has great charm. The rooms were simple, clean, and comfortable. There was some noise from doors closing in the hallways, but with the fan on in the room it didn't affect our sleeping. Parking wasn't too far of... More

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Bay Harbor, Michigan
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

The Willows is located in Lakeview on a residential street. While it is an older hotel, the rooms were clean and bathrooms updated. The staff went out of their way to help. Don't expect high luxury, but it was very nice and great value.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

Butique hotel with many rooms. Clean and good service. No AC in the rooms. Bathroom was good and tv service was better than most of the hotels in chicago. Overall it was a good experience in my own views. It is a recommendable hotel for sweet families.

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

My girlfriend and I stopped in Chicago for one night on our travels and were pleasantly surprised with our choice in hotel. The Willows was spectacular. The room was very well cleaned and tidy and the WIFI worked great! Seeing how we had never been to Chicago, Ian suggested multiple attractions for us to check out and recommended one of... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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83 reviews 83 reviews
28 hotel reviews
Reviews in 46 cities Reviews in 46 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

I hadn't stayed at the Willows for 7-8 years, until a business trip to Chicago this past week. I stayed two nights, which reminded me of why I had liked the hotel when I was there previously. First is the location. The neighborhood is a wonderful mix of residential side streets, with lots of restaurants and shops on the major... More

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Charlotte, North Carolina
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Charming little boutique hotel in a convenient location in Lakeview neighborhood. Room was nice and clean although the bathroom was too small for my liking. The staff was friendly and attentive, the furnishings in the lobby were comfortable and amenities appropriate for the price. Overall good value. I will be back

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San Francisco, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

The Willows is a bit of a mixed bag, and depending on what matters most to you, you will find it more than acceptable, or you will never return. We will be going back. On the plus side, the location is excellent. The Willows is two blocks from the northern edge of Lincoln Park and the Trail that parallels the... More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

If you wish to stay in the Lincoln Park area of Chicago look no further. The service at the front desk is very friendly. They offered to show us two different types of room to choose from. The room we chose was on the main floor which is very convenient as it is near the complimentary 24 hour coffee tea... More

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Tacoma
2 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

This is a lovely, comfortable well located hotel on a quiet street. We walked to DePaul Univeristy, the lake and the zoo and found many great places nearby to eat. A short ot medium walk to rapid transit takes you downtown. The room was a double and quite spacious for an older boutique hotel. Best of all was the 24... More

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Also Known As:
The Willows Hotel Chicago
The Willows Hotel
Willows Hotel Chicago
Willows Chicago
Address: 555 West Surf Ave, Chicago, IL 60657-6020
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Region: United States > Illinois > Chicago > Lakeview
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Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet
Hotel Style:
#43 Family Hotels in Chicago
#58 Business Hotels in Chicago
Price range (per night): INR8,942 - 18,939
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
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