Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Lake Michigan

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Lobby sitting area
Lobby
Daily buffet breakfast (USD 11 per person)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym

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5225 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL, 60615
  • Place, Burnham Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Chicago
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(92 reviews)
  • 374 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds (2 Queen and 1 Sofa Bed, High Floor)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 374 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 440 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

King Room

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds Room

  • Sleeps 6

Hf Queen Sfbd

  • Sleeps 6

One-Bedroom King Suite with Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 4

Ada King Shower

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Hyde Park stay.Your stay at this Hyde Park hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Michigan and University of Chicago. Griffin Museum of Science and Industry and Robie House are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Burnham Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lakefront Trail - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • 4944 S Woodlawn Ave - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Griffin Museum of Science and Industry - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of Chicago - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Chicago 51st-53rd Street Station (Hyde Park) - 3 min walk
  • 51st Station - 3 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Red Snapper Hyde Park - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center

3-star hotel near Lake Michigan
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness center, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 131 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2013
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center offers 131 air-conditioned accommodations with MP3 docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations have separate sitting areas and include sofa beds and desks. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Chicago hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 11 for adults and USD 11 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy; appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 25 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 13 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 11 for adults and USD 11 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay) plus USD 100 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

It is Hyatt’s practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy. Appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children 13 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center to the airport?

Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center is 13.7 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 Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center?

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center on Dec 7, 2025 start from $127.2, 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 Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center.

How close is Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center to the beach?

This hotel is 6.9 mi (19-min drive) from Rainbow Beach and 7.3 mi (16-min drive) from Ohio Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 11 for adults and USD 11 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (11-min drive) and Horseshoe Hammond Casino (16-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 40.00 per night.

Does Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center have a pool?

Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center does not have a pool.

Does Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center to downtown Chicago?

Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center is 5.8 mi away from Chicago.

Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 633 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1009 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed being able to go to restaurants and bars within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

James, FAIRFIELD

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Busy street No onevto help. Front desk wzs vacant. Couldn't figure out what to do. Really confusing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur, MISSOULA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The folks were very kind and the location was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel to stay. Very nice neighborhood with lots of dining options. Conveniently located to downtown area. Staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Liming

the house keeping skipped my room many times. the facility is quite 'average', though it might be one of the 'best choice' in town
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur, MISSOULA

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the University of Chicago. The folks at the hotel were so kind and genuine . Was getting one of my kids moved in and this place and these folks made it easy !! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Felicia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I did not like the fact my room was changed due to being overbooked!! I DON'T like that we have to pay for breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its a nice place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Austin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Amenities were good, staff friendly and efficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice visit
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Raj

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
torn, ripped chair seat in the room, worn-out carpet, flies in lobby area, uneven floor in bathroom in room for handicapped posing a risk for falling.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

It was a perfect location for our needs. Many great restaurants & shops nearby. The staff were friendly & helpful. The room was clean & comfortable. The only negatives were no microwave in the room & no light near the full length mirror or makeup mirror in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean great staff! Rooms are nice beds comfortable only thing I don’t like is the parking garage don’t mind paying for the parking but it would be nice if they had valet parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

Hyde Park comfort and convenience

Love the location of this Hyde Park property; a wide variety of restaurants and parks in the area, and ample opportunity for walks in the neighborhood to augment the gym. And the staff is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Daisuke, rancho palos verdes

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chequrita

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As a continuous customer I appreciate the familiarity in knowing my name. The staff always has a smile, helpful with issues, and shows genuine care. The floor I was in had an odd smell, but that did not overshadow my overall experience. Will continue to stay here for my travel visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
It was extremely hot in the halls and the event facility was in terrible condition, with temperatures reaching 90 degrees and above. The fans provided little to no relief.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice property. Breakfast was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sangwoo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Everyone is so good

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025