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The Wade

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Lake Michigan

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Breakfast, dinner, brunch served; American cuisine
Lobby lounge
Breakfast, dinner, brunch served; American cuisine

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

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644 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • Michigan Avenue
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Navy Pier
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Millennium Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, City View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Downtown Chicago stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Chicago hotel, you'll find Lake Michigan and Michigan Avenue. Navy Pier and Grant Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Navy Pier - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Millennium Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Grant Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 3 min drive
  • Chicago Station (Red Line) - 15 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪D4 Irish Pub and Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dollop Coffee & Tea - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hothouse Lounge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Wade

4.5-star luxury hotel near Lake Michigan
The Wade offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A 24-hour business center and 19 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 20386 square feet (1894 square meters) and includes conference space. The luxury The Wade also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 520 guestrooms or units
  • 33 levels
  • 20386 sq ft of conference space
  • 1894 sq m of conference space
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Wade offers 520 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Chicago hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary weekday newspapers and irons/ironing boards. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 9.95 per day)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 86 per night)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 25 for adults and USD 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Fitness classes
  • Indoor pool

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 in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (41 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (37 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 25 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 9.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 86 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night plus USD 100 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per night

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 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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Debit cards presented at check-in are debited USD 200. Unused funds can take up to 30 days to be released by the guest's financial institution. The property is not responsible for any fees incurred as a result.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Wade to the airport?

The Wade is 13.8 mi (33-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 The Wade?

As of Aug 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Wade on Sep 1, 2025 start from $151.0, 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 The Wade have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Wade.

How close is The Wade to the beach?

This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Ohio Street Beach and 12-minute walk from Oak Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Wade offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Wade, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 25 for adults and USD 25 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at The Wade?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (13-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Wade?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Wade?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 86 per night.

Does The Wade have a pool?

The Wade features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does The Wade have a restaurant?

The Wade is home to Current, which features American cuisine and brunch.

Does The Wade have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Wade to downtown Chicago?

The Wade is 1.3 mi away from Chicago.

The Wade Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 671 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 87 out of 1222 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sarah, Hackensack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew, Gainesville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sleek and sexy design. Same as the cosmopolitan in Las Vegas.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean

Traveled with group

No coffee in room. Coffe station in lobby did not.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Telese

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Skyler

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Everyhting was gorgeous but the receptionist when we arrived was rude. Our room had a broken bathroom door which took 3 hours to get looked at and wouldnt stay fixed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chandler

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

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

8/10

It was good overall! The breakfast was disappointing. Got it to-go and lots of things were missing/wrong food order. Communication just wasn’t great with kitchen staff. Everything else was great though!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Aichatou

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
This place was just average. Nothing luxurious, maybe the lobby, but our room, unfortunately, had old furniture with a bunch of wear and tear, water damage, etc. The staff did come in and clean when we requested it because our room was dusty upon arrival, and the fridge was not working.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelvin J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is nice, but there’s no regular parking—you have to find somewhere else to park. The room was beautiful with an amazing view, but the air conditioning didn’t work, and the windows were very stained and dirty. Other than that, everything was fine.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nayeon

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

It was the worst service ever.

The check-in process completely ruined my trip to Chicago. They strictly refused any early check-ins, leaving all guests crowded in the lobby. I ended up waiting for over an hour before I could check in. When I first tried to check in around 2:40 PM, a receptionist told me to wait in the lobby and said they would text me as soon as my room was ready. He even took down my phone number. Unfortunately, it was raining outside, and the wind blew straight into the lobby through the doors, making it cold and uncomfortable. After a long wait, during which I started to feel faint, I returned to the front desk to ask about my room again. This time, a different staff member handed me a room key right away—no explanation, no text, even though the room had apparently been ready. It was clear they wanted guests to stand around and wait until the official 4 PM check-in time, regardless of the weather or conditions. When I finally got into my room, my body felt like it was melting from the sudden temperature change. The exhaustion hit me hard, and I ended up catching a cold after the trip—all thanks to this terrible experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Adebimpe

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Property was nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brook

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rude people no respect
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were spacious and nice. We ate dinner at the bar and our bar tender was attentive and very friendly. Food was delicious. You are very close to the tunnel that takes you to Lake Michigan to get to the trail and the beach.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rashena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonah

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gianna

Liked: Amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katiria-Caiseha

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

10/10 Excellent

Aliyah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing!! Will be keeping this property in our rotation
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enid

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalendo

I loved everything about it so beautiful and cute place to be
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ray

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Rosie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Was duped into thinking we would get a breakfast credit. Just beware when you book breakfast isn't included. Staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lexy

Disliked: Staff & service
The Wade did not have a room available on my checkin date and involuntary sent me to another hotel without prior notice and expected me to come back the next day to start my checkin then. This did not align with my schedule and I had to make other arrangements at a different property. I have yet to be refunded from the Wade and if you’re going to displace a paying customer, the policy should be to cover the new arrangements that work for the guest. Not expecting the guest to stay somewhere else for the night, check out the hotel at noon, and be stranded until checkin in the afternoon at your property. This practice is terrible and did not meet my needs at all. It’s also interesting that a room wasn’t available for me, but the man that checked in after me was able to get a room just fine. How do y'all pick and choose who to displace and inconvenience? Really sickening behavior and honestly dangerous as a solo traveler in a new place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025