The Wade

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel near Lake Michigan

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
644 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • Michigan Avenue
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Navy Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Millennium Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Lake View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Lake View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View

  • 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 - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Navy Pier - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Chicago Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Millennium Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 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
  • ‪Timothy O'Toole's Pub Chicago - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Robert's Pizza and Dough Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dublin 4 Irish Pub and Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Wade

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 18 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 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
  • 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 iPod docking stations and safes. 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, complimentary weekday newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water 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
  • 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

  • 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
  • iPod dock
  • 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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • 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.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 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

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 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 25.0 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

  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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 May 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Wade on May 26, 2025 start from $161.0, 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?

The Wade does not offer free breakfast.

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.

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. 545 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 1010 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DEANDRA, HUNTSVILLE

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

8/10 Good

Ernesto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here, however, I feel like they have room for people who book through third party websites because there were minor problems in our room that I don’t feel like would have been an issue if we had booked through them directly. Our phone didn’t work in the room, the toilet didn’t flush completely and our shower overflowed onto the floor. We notified the front desk and they immediately sent an engineer up to look at it and the engineer thought it was bad enough for us to move rooms but after he spoke with the supervisor he came back to us and stated it wasn’t that bad so we ended up staying in the same room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cortez

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The first impression was great but it didnt last long. The front desk staff was nice professional. We got nice room with beautiful Lake view but elevators ruined the beautiful experience. We could hear loud noise of two elevators behind the wall that constanly were moving up an down. So we asked for a quiet room. The guy at the front desk did his best to find the one far from elevators. It was smaller but we didnt care because it was quiet unfortunately only until midnight. Guests in the next room didnt know how to „behave”. They were so loud that we could hear every single word and „ private things they were doing”. The staff should inform EVERY guest about respecting „guiet hours” . Not every quest is coming to hotel to have „fun”. We were tired after long trip and probably could sleep 2 hours total. I appreciate nice staff but they should have control over their rules. I will never come back or recommend this hotel, not for the price we paid.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tabark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel y ubicación
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Dustin

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Henrique

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zeinab

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Would stay in this area again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very attentive, friendly, and welcoming. Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Winnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Carla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ambience
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Mohammed F

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not worth the 500/per night stay. For such price i expected a luxurious stay, my bad for not doing enough research
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good re for family trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay for NYE. Amazing location right by the Navy Pier.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zokirjon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariel, streamwood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a 5 star experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

melissa, Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025