The Wade

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel near Lake Michigan

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Breakfast, dinner, brunch served; American cuisine
Hallway

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, 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 area

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 - 0.8 km
  • Navy Pier - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Millennium Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

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 19 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 20386 square feet (1894 square meters) and includes conference space. Gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury The Wade. 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
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • 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 84 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 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 in-room wireless internet: USD 9.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 84 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

  • Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • 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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The Wade Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 552 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 1006 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel and the restaurant was good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Marilyne

Nothing special
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francys

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel & even greater area. The waterfront view was very nice to wake up to.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

PAUL

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty. Restrooms were gross. Decor was dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Business travel
Excellent accomodations
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Marissa

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect for a seasonal stay due to proximity to Navy Pier. Friendly, helpful staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is great, staff are wonderful. Room was a little small but sufficient. Shower water would not get hot, but happy otherwise!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie, Chicago

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
False advertisement.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

natalie

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
this hotel has gone downhill since 2021 when our friends had their wedding there. the pool had an overwhelming smell of chlorine with zero ventilation, and visible mold growing all over the ceiling, walls, etc. our room was literally next to the elevator shaft so we heard the elevators moving up and down the entire night. the only good thing they have going is the view. obnoxious rap music blasting in the lobby. zero christmas decorations. so many better hotels to stay at downtown this one is not it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaimie

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

nikki

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was an average size, but the bathroom drain was clogged. Once I reported it to the management they immediately offered a different room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Indianapolis

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kymiyah

Eh…could be wayyy better for the price. 2.5/5 stars
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sergio Sanchez

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with view to the lake and Navy Pier, friendly staff will take care of you.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maxarine

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I did not enjoy my stay. I had to switch rooms because our room had small insects all over it, but they could not determine what it was. Also, we requested clean towels and received a towel with a dirty bandage that was used from a previous.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley

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

8/10 Good

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yasong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024