We drove into the Chicago area to pick up our daughter at O'Hare and were looking for a hotel close to O'Hare. This property fits that description to a "T". Located just off I-294 at Touhy Ave. it is within an easy 5 minute drive to O'Hare. Overall, I think the recent reviews reflect the current condition of the property much more accurately than the earlier negative reviews. We stayed for two nights, one on points and the second one at $98 for two queens. Given this is a north Chicago suburb I didn't find the rate to be high. At check in we found the lobby to be spacious, if somewhat lacking in furniture. I was a little concerned about check in as I am used to being greeted by name as a Choice Privileges member when traveling. The check in greeting this time was "photo ID please". I realize it is Chicago but come on! The desk clerk the following morning was much more helpful and certainly a lot friendlier. We stayed in room 114.Close to the lobby, it actually was very quiet and the beds were very comfortable. The biggest problem-the bathroom is very very small, might be the smallest one we've come across in our travels. It had been remodeled and the fixtures were upgraded but it was still small. Plenty of soft towels but a short shower curtain and a loud exhaust fan.
I agree with other reviews. brown is the color of choice here. Doors, trim, and other area are painted a dark brown. Yes the carpet was a brown hue, but new, The furniture was also brown, but again new. The room could have used higher wattage light bulbs. Breakfast area was big enough and typical fare. No problems connecting to wi-fi.
Parking is unusual. There is a restaurant adjacent to the property. The front lot is marked for the restaurant and it seems like you are parking in a lot behind the hotel. But it is well landscaped.
No pool and small bathrooms do not lend this to a family stop over. If using O'Hare it's a great location and would seem to work reasonably well for business. Very easy access to interstate system and main surface roads to get anywhere in the city or north suburbs.