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The Wade

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with an indoor pool, 8-minute walk to Lake Michigan

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan

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644 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • Place, Northwestern Memorial Hospital
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Navy Pier
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, pay films

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Chicago

A luxury stay in Chicago awaits you at The Wade. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find popular attractions like Lake Michigan and Michigan Avenue. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a 24-hour gym. .The restaurant, Current, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. 20386 square feet (1894 square metres) of event facilities include 19 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Within a 15-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Downtown Chicago hotel, attractions include Navy Pier and State Street.

What's nearby

  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Navy Pier - 14 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Millennium Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Timothy O'Toole's Pub Chicago - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪D4 Irish Pub and Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • Robert's Pizza and Dough Company
  • ‪Dollop Coffee & Tea - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Wade

Luxury hotel with an indoor pool, 8-minute walk to Lake Michigan
The Wade offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A 24-hour business centre and 19 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 20386 square feet (1894 square metres) 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 centre (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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Wade offers 520 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, designer toiletries and hairdryers.

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

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Property amenities

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 transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 86 per night)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

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

Restaurants on site

  • Current

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Fitness classes
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 19 meeting rooms
  • 20,386 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture

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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (94 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (89 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (104 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (122 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 33 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 lb 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 cots (infant beds)!

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: from approximately USD 25 for adults and from 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 a one-off USD 100 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) guidelines.

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Wade?

The Wade offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Wade?

As of 24 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Wade on 25 Jan 2026 start from AU$185.57, including 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.

Is parking available at The Wade?

Yep, The Wade has valet parking for USD 86 per night.

Are there any beaches close to The Wade?

Yep, The Wade is a short 12-minute walk from Oak Street Beach. Fun beach activities include waterskiing, kayaking and sailing. You can also find motor boats.

Does The Wade have a pool?

The Wade has an indoor pool. The pool is open 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

What makes The Wade a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Wade.

Is The Wade family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Wade is a hit with families.

Does The Wade serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered weekdays between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Wade?

No, The Wade does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Wade?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Wade?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

The Wade Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 936 out of 1629 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 1629 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 176 out of 1629 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 91 out of 1629 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 98 out of 1629 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and friendly. Clean comfortable room. Easy to walk to places from the hotel. Close to Navy Pier. Would stay here again. I’m
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Walter

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first time visiting Chicago and I absolutely loved it. The Wade is one of the best hotels I’ve been to and at a very good price. It’s walkable to everything and that was a plus for me. Even using an uber nothing was too far from the hotel. The staff at the desk and bar were excellent and very friendly. I will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel great location with excellent lake view rooms. There were cobwebs in some areas of our room but overall was clean. Lobby bar/lounge was a fun spot
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kaleenia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The wade was a very good hotel until the music from the 33rd floor was booming until after midnight. I was on the 32nd floor right below the hall. I called and they asked if I wanted to switch rooms but who wants to pack up an entire room at 10:30pm to move. I think they need to inform guests that are below the hall of these events before they put them in the room or don’t put guests in the rooms when you have an event scheduled. Other than that the hotel is very nice and the breakfast was excellent. The staff is very friendly and helpful I will stay again just on a lower floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

10/10 Excellent

Tanesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love the wade it’s a beautiful experience I just love the atmosphere I had a lake view on the 19th floor and the hotel blessed me with a 50 gift card to use for my birthday and the staff were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe and nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is not included with the stay. We did not eat there. We had a lake view from our room, and it was fantastic. The room was clean. The bed was comfortable and the couch by the window was a great way to read and look out the window. We walked everyday from the hotel. It's only about a mile to Michigan Avenue.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soumya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jakquonique

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dominique

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Valet guy was amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, cleanliness, secure and quiet. Impressive gym facilities and indoor pool with access to outdoor space. Great views of Lake Michigan and access to the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wei p

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good clean room ………
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald, Encinitas

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great rate, great view, very good property. Very goods shops nearby. Parking quite expensive, but inexpensive alternatives near by.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian Camilo

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

10/10 Excellent

Shante

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great, room was clean, staff was kind, i had two personal issues with the hotel, which is the parking, i feel like if im a resident at you guys hotel parking/valet should come with the room, and the rooms doesn't come with microwaves, although they have one in they snack store you can use, but who want to go downstairs to warm up they food up about time you make it back up its cold, but overall it was nice, thanks Wade team for the great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica Lucia Caserta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and very accommodating
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was clean, the shower pressure was wonderful, and the location perfect. The only complaint I have is that it is a sliding door vs a real door for the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

6/10 Okay

Gabriella

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025