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W Chicago - Lakeshore
4 stars

W Chicago - Lakeshore

644 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60611-3017, United States
+1 312 943 9200
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$124
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rate per night

7.9
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based on 1,767 reviews

W Chicago - Lakeshore
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About W Chicago - Lakeshore

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Steps away from vibrant and bustling Navy Pier on the shore of Lake Michigan, the W Chicago Lakeshore Hotel is a trendy base to explore the best of downtown Chicago and the waterfront.

Like all W Hotels, the W Chicago is a leader in modern design and luxuries. Rooms are artfully-outfitted, averaging 350 square feet and offering views of the city or the lake. In-room amenities include a desk, pillow-top mattress and featherbed, mini-fridge, robe, grocery shopping service, and 24-hour room service. Suites are 550 square feet and offer a living room and an extra bathroom.

On-site amenities include Bliss Spa, where guests can treat themselves to the famed brownie buffet while enjoying Lake Michigan views or watch a movie while they get their nails done, and a 24-hour fitness room where guests can enjoy views of the city from an indoor heated pool or splurge in the sunchairs on the neighboring outdoor WET deck.

W Chicago’s restaurant CURRENT, one of the city’s top revered restaurants, features ingredient-driven takes on a fresher, more modern New American and gorgeous views of Lake Michigan and Navy Pier. For a quick drink, the bar is known for innovative cocktails and several wine lists.

A fun feature of this hotel is the Glow in the dark yoga class offered every Wednesday from 6 – 7pm. For a cool unique experience in the heart of Chicago, travelers should stay at the W Chicago.

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

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Amenities at W Chicago - Lakeshore

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Valet parking
  • Business center
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

Basics

  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Lake view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • TV
  • Smartphone dock

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental
  • Golf
  • Pool table

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Valet parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of W Chicago - Lakeshore

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

7.9
GoodBased on 1,767 verified guest reviews
7.8Solo
8.0Friends
7.7Families
8.0Couples

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8.0 Very good
Cons:Hotel rooms are too dark! Hallways of hotel are WAY TOO DARK!!
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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:The location was perfect for what I was in Chicago for! The view was absolutely amazing. The way the room was set up was great too!
Cons:There was a lot of noise coming from several different rooms.
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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Location great staff
A
8.5 Very good
Pros:Staff was friendly and responsive. Room was clean.
Cons:Purple lip picture hanging in the room was horrible!
E
2.0 Poor
Cons:The staff was unfriendly. There was always a line to get into an elevator from the lobby. The rooms were small and dirty with stains on furniture. You can hear everything through the paper-thin walls. Poor night sleep because our neighbors were up causing noise all night. Do not recommend.
A
7.4 Good
Pros:We were very happy with the location of the hotel and check in staff, as well as style of the room, loved the pool and outdoor deck overlooking navy pier
Cons:Restaurant staff was rude and inattentive, not many amenities at the hotel that are standard almost everywhere else, room was small and did not have good views (requested in advance lake view on high floor)
A
8.0 Very good
Pros:I liked all the design of the cuilding structure and room.
Cons:I did not like that check in was at 3:00pm but ghey did not let me check in until almost an hour later because my room wasnt ready and there was suppose to be a small fridge there but it was locked up ,So couldnt keep my food fresh.
J
8.2 Very good
Pros:Rooms looked great and was very comfortable. The view was great.
Cons:For a room that costs 250.00 and up being nickel and dimed for things is kind of silly. Pay for wifi??? Really. Parking was also pretty outragous. The restaurant was pretty over priced for the quality as well. I understand payibg fir your suroundings but was a bit much..... We've stayed there quite a few times now. May be time to try another place.
B
6.5 Okay
Pros:I was charged by both Kayak as well as the hotel. I'm now going on my second week of "working" with a totally incompetent staff on getting reimbursed. I have received phone verification over a week ago that I was going to be reimbursed. 5 Phone calls later I received an email confirmation, yet I have yet to receive any reimbursement. When asked to speak to a manager I was told the manager was aware of the situration and my reimbursement would be received in the form of a credit on my credit card - that was 5 days ago and still no credit.
M
8.8 Very good
Pros:clean rooms. great HD TV
Cons:high price for sauna ($35). drinks expensive.

Location

644 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60611-3017

What's nearby

  • Magnificent Mile0.5 mi
  • 360 CHICAGO0.5 mi
  • Chicago Riverwalk0.5 mi
  • Navy Pier0.6 mi
  • Chicago Lakefront Trail0.6 mi
  • Millennium Park0.8 mi
  • Chicago Theater0.8 mi
  • Chicago Cultural Center0.8 mi
  • Cloud Gate0.9 mi
  • Art Institute of Chicago1.1 mi
  • Symphony Center1.1 mi
  • Grant Park1.3 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about W Chicago - Lakeshore

Low season

January

High season

October

Average price (weeknight)

$252

Average price (weekend night)

$239
Cheapest month to stay with an average 38% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 135% rise in price.
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When to book a room at W Chicago - Lakeshore

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Top tips for your stay at W Chicago - Lakeshore

  • If you’re after a cheap room at W Chicago - Lakeshore, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at W Chicago - Lakeshore, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at W Chicago - Lakeshore was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $181, while the most expensive was $381.
  • How long should you stay at W Chicago - Lakeshore? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at W Chicago - Lakeshore

  • What's the best way to get to the hotel from the airport?

    Six different public transportation modes are available to passengers traveling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to West Chicago - Lakeshore, including the subway, bus, taxi, car, shuttle, and town car. Taking the subway will be the most cost-effective option for getting from Chicago O'Hare Airport to West Chicago - Lakeshore. Taking a taxi is the most time-efficient mode of transportation between Chicago O'Hare International Airport and West Chicago - Lakeshore. There is not a bus that travels directly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport and West Chicago - Lakeshore. On the other hand, some services leave from Terminal 2 at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois, and arrive at Illinois & McClurg through the Union Station Transit Center.

  • If I bring my pet, what services does the hotel provide?

    This five-star establishment goes above and beyond to accommodate its human and animal visitors. Their PAW (Pets Are Welcome) Program provides visitors with a welcome bundle that includes toys, food, specialized W Hotels pet tags, clean-up bags, and a list of services available for pets. The pet-friendly accommodations come with a specialized pet bed, food, water containers, and special treats left out, particularly for the four-legged guests.

  • What are the business options the hotel offers?

    The hotel helps you put a fresh spin on your next corporate event or conference. The hotel is an excellent option for business travelers looking for accommodations in the downtown Chicago area due to its almost 14,000 square feet of flexible event venue space. You are welcome to use the cutting-edge meeting rooms, each of which features full audiovisual capabilities in addition to high-speed wireless internet connectivity. The staff can make everything happen with their service because they are always available. The team will help you design a productive meeting, spark innovation, amplify teamwork, and inspire bold ideas. This includes figuring out the best room configuration, managing logistics, and arranging for snacks to be served during business breaks.

  • Does this hotel provide dining options?

    The hotel provides guests with Beverage & Food experiences that are original, genuine, and interesting while also having a local focus. It brings people together and produces highly sociable surroundings. CURRENT, the on-site restaurant, offers a contemporary spin on traditional seasonal European cuisine that is both fresh and innovative. Your journey along the Gold Coast can be fueled at the restaurant. The Living Room Bar, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, is a place where music, fuel, and impulse all come together. The DJ sets the music while guests mix and mingle whilst sipping on one of our unique cocktails. After a day of sightseeing in Chicago or lounging by the lake, guests can socialize and have fun in the Living Room.

  • What pool/beach activities does this hotel provide?

    Get your feet wet in the indoor heated pool at the W Chicago – Lakeshore. You may lounge in the sunchairs on the adjacent outdoor WET deck while taking in the magnificent views of Chicago overlooking Lake Michigan and Navy Pier.

  • Where is W Chicago - Lakeshore located?

    W Chicago - Lakeshore is located at 644 North Lake Shore Drive in Near North Side, 1.4 miles from the center of Chicago. Magnificent Mile is the closest landmark to W Chicago - Lakeshore.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at W Chicago - Lakeshore?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at W Chicago - Lakeshore.

  • How far is W Chicago - Lakeshore from the airport?

    W Chicago - Lakeshore is 9.6 miles from Chicago Midway.

  • Does W Chicago - Lakeshore have a pool?

    Yes, W Chicago - Lakeshore has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great W Chicago - Lakeshore hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at W Chicago - Lakeshore in Chicago and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at W Chicago - Lakeshore and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for W Chicago - Lakeshore.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.5

Distance to city center

1.4 mi

Nearest Airport

Chicago Midway

Distance to airport

10.0 mi