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The Willows

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4.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews
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#29 of 171 hotels in Chicago
Description: Newly renovated turn-of-the-century architecture with French country decor - 3 blks west of lake, 10 min from downtown Chicago.
  • Address
    555 West Surf Ave
    Chicago, IL 60657-6020
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars Based on 32 traveller reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 4 based on 24 reviews Rooms
    • 4.5 based on 24 reviews Service
    • 4.5 based on 24 reviews Value
    • 4.5 based on 24 reviews Cleanliness
    • 3.5 based on 2 reviews Dining
  • Recommended For:
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    • 20% based on 24 reviews Families with Small Children

Reviews of The Willows

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5 of 5 stars
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
27 Aug 2008

I flew to Chicago for a Cubs game on August 18 and experienced a horrible flight- three hour delay, a missed connection, almost missed my rescheduled connection, and lost luggage. By the time we arrived at The Willows I was absolutely frustrated. The front desk changed all that. He was friendly, got us checked in quickly, gave us a demonstation... more

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3 of 5 stars
Kingston, Ontario, Canada
21 Aug 2008

This hotel has several good points and a few not so great. On the good side, the staff is friendly and very willing to help out. When I first arrived I was given a room that had a window facing the main street. The next day I asked if I could be moved to a different room so that I... more

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4 of 5 stars
Charleston, Illinois
10 Jul 2008

This hotel is in a great neighborhood, near the lake and many great restaurants. My husband and I have stayed in some laughably small rooms here, when nothing else was available (but the price was smaller too). The staff have always been very friendly and helpful. There is an expanded contintental breakfast, which is adequate. And tea and fresh-baked cookies... more

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5 of 5 stars
Michigan
24 Jun 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Spent one night at the Willows. The staff was very helpful. Needed to stay past regular checkout time and the staff was very accommodating They even let us stay in the parking garage at no extra cost. The continental breakfast has a nice variety of cereals, bagels, breakfast sandwichs and juice. The location is in a nice residential area and... more

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5 of 5 stars
North Carolina
7 Apr 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We just returned from 5 nights at The Willows. The hotel is wonderful and the staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. This was our first trip to Chicago and after reading several reviews online, decided we didn't need to pay the high prices of hotels downtown, and booked this hotel directly from the property. We stayed in a king room... more

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5 of 5 stars
Wilmette
21 Mar 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

The Willows hotel is my favorite place to stay when visiting Chicago. It is located in a great neighborhood near the lakefront with a huge selection of Restaurants and shops in walking distance. The hotel is quiet and the rooms are very clean. I find the staff to always be exceptionally kind and helpful which really makes this hotel feel... more

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5 of 5 stars
Prinston, NJ
17 Dec 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

I have been to Chicago many times for business and usually stay with Hilton or Marriot, but one trip they were sold out and came along the Willows and had a fantastic stay. The Hotel was just renovated from top to bottom and the staff is always great. Great restaurants within walking distance and bars. They also have two other... more

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4 of 5 stars
Columbus,O
20 Nov 2007
3/3 found this review helpful

We have stayed at the The Willows three times this year, and each time has been a positive experience. And, we were there in three seasons (Feb. the weekend of the big snowstorm that closed the airports, Labor Day weekend, and end of October), so we can vouch for the excellent heat, air conditioning, and good 'ol fresh air from... more

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4 of 5 stars
Wooster, Ohio
11 Nov 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

I was in the Chicago area for a convention and wanted to stay downtown to be near McCormick Place. However, the only available room I could find was at the Willows in Lakeview. I really enjoyed the neighborhood! I love walking to the small shops, it was nice after a hectic day downtown. I rode the CTA to save on... more

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5 of 5 stars
Riverside, CA
27 Oct 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

After reading several positive reviews about the Willows (convenient location near public transportation, clean rooms and safe) I didn't hesitate to book a reservation for myself and a colleague attending trade shows for a business trip. My late night flight was delayed, and by the time I got through the unusually long taxi lines, I was pretty worn out (I'd... more

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