Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago

2.0 star property
Hotel near Millennium Park in Chicago

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Cozy retreat with a single bed, kitchenette, and wardrobe.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and a small table for two.
Bathroom features a granite countertop, white sink, and toilet, with a towel rack above.
Enjoy cooking in this well-lit kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and ample cabinetry.
Enjoy a refreshing shower experience with a handheld showerhead and wall-mounted faucet in this shower stall.

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1 E Balbo Drive, Chicago, IL, 60605
  • Art Institute of Chicago
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Millennium Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Grant Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Downtown Chicago stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Chicago hotel, you'll find State Street and Millennium Park. Also, Art Institute of Chicago is within half a mile (1 km) and Lake Michigan is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Art Institute of Chicago - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Millennium Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Grant Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Soldier Field - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Harrison Station - 2 min walk
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 8 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Lounge At Congress Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grant Park Bistro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Epic Burger - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago

Hotel near Millennium Park in Chicago
  • 10 guestrooms or units
Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include showers. This Chicago hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 300 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago to the airport?

Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago is 11.9 mi (31-min drive) away from the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago?

As of Jul 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago on Jul 23, 2025 start from $125.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago.

How close is Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago to the beach?

This hotel is 2.2 mi (9-min drive) from Ohio Street Beach and 2.6 mi (9-min drive) from Oak Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago offer free breakfast?

Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (2-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago have a pool?

Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago does not have a pool.

Does Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago to downtown Chicago?

Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago is 0.4 mi away from Chicago.

Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 6 reviews

4.8/10

Cleanliness

4.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

The hotel notified me that they cancelled my reservation because they had bed bugs. I respected their diligence and appeciated the warning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I arrived the room was dirty, there was urine in the toilet there was food on the counter and the bed was on made. There was no one that I could reach and the elevator was broken. They took my money and did not return it. I called Expedia immediately and they could not help me
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible

Was not able to get in and nobody answered me when I called and reached out and am in the process of getting my refund.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Javier

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz katherin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025