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The Willows Hotel Chicago

4.2(782)
Hotel

About

The Willows Hotel Chicago offers cozy, country-chic accommodations in the quiet Lake View East neighborhood, blending historic charm with modern comforts like 24-hour coffee and afternoon cookies. Its warm wood decor and peaceful ambiance create a welcoming retreat just steps from Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan's shoreline.

Ideal for business travelers and small groups, the hotel provides easy access to downtown via nearby Brown and Purple Line stations, plus local attractions like the Chicago History Museum and Lincoln Park Zoo. The Willows balances a residential feel with convenient city connections, making it a practical base for meetings and multi-night stays.

Best for

  • Quiet corporate stays near Lincoln Park
  • Small team retreats with cozy rooms
  • Easy access to downtown client meetings

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Location
Nestled in Chicago’s Lincoln Park East neighborhood
Located in a quiet, residential area under a mile from Lake Michigan’s shoreline, the hotel offers peaceful ambiance with easy access to iconic local attractions like Lincoln Park Zoo and the Chicago History Museum.
Atmosphere
Country-chic, cozy charm in an older building
The hotel features warm wood decor and a refined yet inviting style that guests describe as cozy and peaceful, with a unique character that comes from its historic, creaky structure.
Guest Amenities
Afternoon cookies and 24-hour coffee station
Small touches like complimentary afternoon cookies in the lobby and around-the-clock coffee service with oat milk options add to the welcoming, homey feel for business travelers and event guests.

At a glance

Rated 4.2 on Google · 782 reviews