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Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt

1301 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL, 60610

Fully refundable

$111

per night

Feb 19 - Feb 20

Stroll along the shoreline in Chicago, as you'll be near Oak Street Beach with a holiday at this hotel. Amenities at Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt include 2 restaurants, 2 bars, and a 24-hour fitness center.

4.4/5 Excellent! (1,024 reviews)

Perfect for my Solo Stay

"Staff was so friendly and was very knowledgeable about the property. The room was spacious and clean, perfect for my solo stay in Chicago to see friends."

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2023

1625 Hinman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201

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$103

per night

Feb 6 - Feb 7

Stroll along the shoreline in Evanston, as you'll be not far from the beach when booking a getaway at this hotel. Amenities at Graduate Evanston include a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar.

4.3/5 Excellent! (1,022 reviews)

"We stayed at this hotel when it was the Homestead. This is definitely an upgrade but there are still some lingering issues. The main elevator was out, the thermostat in the room didn't work the first night and there is no fan in the bathroom, so odors.... But, the staff was fantastic! It's a great ..."

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2023

909 North Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60611

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$119

per night

Feb 10 - Feb 11

At this luxury spa hotel, get ready to enjoy the sunsets on the beach in Chicago, as you'll be within walking distance of Oak Street Beach. Amenities at The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago include a full-service spa, a restaurant, and a 24-hour fitness center.

4.3/5 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)

"We booked a corner room for a long weekend visiting our daughter’s and we were so pleasantly surprised by how roomy our space was. Staff was excellent. Plus we were in the middle of everything! We will stay again for sure! Great experience."

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2023

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1816 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL, 60614

Fully refundable

$127

per night

Feb 6 - Feb 7

Recharge at this boutique hotel and enjoy the sunsets on the beach in Chicago, as you'll be close to North Avenue Beach. Amenities at Hotel Lincoln, part of JdV by Hyatt include 3 bars, a restaurant, and a rooftop terrace.

4.2/5 Excellent! (1,029 reviews)

"I’ve stayed here several times and love the location and views. The service is always great. The rooms are fine yet need upgrading especially the bathroom in junior suites. It’s time. Otherwise I would stay again."

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2023

1244 N Dearborn Parkway, Chicago, IL, 60610

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$77

per night

Feb 20 - Feb 21

Enjoy your stay at this hotel and watch the sunset on the beach in Chicago, as you'll be a short walk from Oak Street Beach. A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar are just some of the amenities offered at Claridge House.

4.1/5 Very Good! (1,023 reviews)

"The staff was friendly; the hotel was clean and tastefully decorated. The price was affordable."

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2023

140 E Walton Place, Chicago, IL, 60611

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$132

per night

Feb 13 - Feb 14

At this hotel, get ready to stroll along the shore in Chicago, as you'll be not far from Oak Street Beach. Amenities at The Drake include a restaurant and a bar.

4/5 Very Good! (1,031 reviews)

A great stay!

"The Drake is so beautiful. The Family Suite was very nice and super great to have 2 bathrooms! The service was Top notch, every one was very nice and professional. Super helpful! Only bummer was no AC in the room. The lobby was scorching, however."

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2023

201 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL, 60611

Feel the sand between your toes at this boutique hotel and get ready to lounge by the shoreline in Chicago, as you'll be close to Oak Street Beach. A restaurant and a rooftop terrace are just a few amenities that you'll be able to enjoy at Gale Chicago.

3.9/5 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

"All good"

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2022

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105 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL, 60611

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$76

per night

Feb 16 - Feb 17

Enjoy sunsets on the beach in Chicago, as you'll be a short walk from Oak Street Beach with a vacation at this boutique hotel.

3.9/5 Good! (3,275 reviews)

"Wish there was a coffee shop or restaurant in the hotel. Would be more convenient to have an ice machine available and a refrigerator in the room. Staff was great and very helpful with all we needed. Will stay again."

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2023

163 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL, 60611

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$84

per night

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Recharge at this hotel and get ready to stroll along the shore in Chicago, as you'll be near Oak Street Beach. Available amenities at Millennium Knickerbocker Chicago include a bar.

3.6/5 Good! (1,522 reviews)

Just what i needed

"I came as a get away to clear my head. It was a wonderful, comfortable get away."

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2023

4900 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, 60615

$109

per night

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Settle in and relax at this hotel and get ready to lounge by the shoreline in Chicago, as you'll be close to the beach.

3.3/5 (1,010 reviews)

"I was skeptical about the place because of the reviews. The place it’s ok; basically is just to rest while doing all the things you r doing while in vacations. It’s cool since is by the hwy, close to the soldier stadium,all museums and sears tower and 360; plus the river is across the street. And ..."

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2023

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Top Beach Hotels in Chicago

1301 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL, 60610

Fully refundable

$111

per night

Feb 19 - Feb 20

4.4/5 Excellent! (1,024 reviews)

Perfect for my Solo Stay

"Staff was so friendly and was very knowledgeable about the property. The room was spacious and clean, perfect for my solo stay in Chicago to see friends."

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2023

1625 Hinman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$103

per night

Feb 6 - Feb 7

4.3/5 Excellent! (1,022 reviews)

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2023

909 North Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60611

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$119

per night

Feb 10 - Feb 11

4.3/5 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2023

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1816 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL, 60614

Fully refundable

$127

per night

Feb 6 - Feb 7

4.2/5 Excellent! (1,029 reviews)

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2023

1244 N Dearborn Parkway, Chicago, IL, 60610

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$77

per night

Feb 20 - Feb 21

4.1/5 Very Good! (1,023 reviews)

"The staff was friendly; the hotel was clean and tastefully decorated. The price was affordable."

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2023

140 E Walton Place, Chicago, IL, 60611

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$132

per night

Feb 13 - Feb 14

At this hotel, get ready to stroll along the shore in Chicago, as you'll be not far from Oak Street Beach. Amenities at The Drake include a restaurant and a bar.

4/5 Very Good! (1,031 reviews)

A great stay!

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2023

201 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL, 60611

3.9/5 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

"All good"

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2022

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105 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL, 60611

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$76

per night

Feb 16 - Feb 17

Enjoy sunsets on the beach in Chicago, as you'll be a short walk from Oak Street Beach with a vacation at this boutique hotel.

3.9/5 Good! (3,275 reviews)

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2023

163 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL, 60611

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$84

per night

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Recharge at this hotel and get ready to stroll along the shore in Chicago, as you'll be near Oak Street Beach. Available amenities at Millennium Knickerbocker Chicago include a bar.

3.6/5 Good! (1,522 reviews)

Just what i needed

"I came as a get away to clear my head. It was a wonderful, comfortable get away."

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2023

4900 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, 60615

$109

per night

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Settle in and relax at this hotel and get ready to lounge by the shoreline in Chicago, as you'll be close to the beach.

3.3/5 (1,010 reviews)

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2023

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Top Beach Hotels in Chicago

1301 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL, 60610

Fully refundable

$111

per night

Feb 19 - Feb 20

4.4/5 Excellent! (1,024 reviews)

Perfect for my Solo Stay

"Staff was so friendly and was very knowledgeable about the property. The room was spacious and clean, perfect for my solo stay in Chicago to see friends."

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2023

1625 Hinman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$103

per night

Feb 6 - Feb 7

4.3/5 Excellent! (1,022 reviews)

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2023

909 North Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60611

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$119

per night

Feb 10 - Feb 11

4.3/5 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2023

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1816 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL, 60614

Fully refundable

$127

per night

Feb 6 - Feb 7

4.2/5 Excellent! (1,029 reviews)

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2023

1244 N Dearborn Parkway, Chicago, IL, 60610

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$77

per night

Feb 20 - Feb 21

4.1/5 Very Good! (1,023 reviews)

"The staff was friendly; the hotel was clean and tastefully decorated. The price was affordable."

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2023

140 E Walton Place, Chicago, IL, 60611

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$132

per night

Feb 13 - Feb 14

At this hotel, get ready to stroll along the shore in Chicago, as you'll be not far from Oak Street Beach. Amenities at The Drake include a restaurant and a bar.

4/5 Very Good! (1,031 reviews)

A great stay!

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2023

201 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL, 60611

3.9/5 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

"All good"

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2022

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105 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL, 60611

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$76

per night

Feb 16 - Feb 17

Enjoy sunsets on the beach in Chicago, as you'll be a short walk from Oak Street Beach with a vacation at this boutique hotel.

3.9/5 Good! (3,275 reviews)

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2023

163 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL, 60611

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$84

per night

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Recharge at this hotel and get ready to stroll along the shore in Chicago, as you'll be near Oak Street Beach. Available amenities at Millennium Knickerbocker Chicago include a bar.

3.6/5 Good! (1,522 reviews)

Just what i needed

"I came as a get away to clear my head. It was a wonderful, comfortable get away."

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2023

4900 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, 60615

$109

per night

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Settle in and relax at this hotel and get ready to lounge by the shoreline in Chicago, as you'll be close to the beach.

3.3/5 (1,010 reviews)

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2023

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Frequently asked questions

What is Chicago like for travelers who love the beach?

Known for its theater and architecture, Chicago offers a lot for the traveler booking a vacation.

What's the best accommodation to stay near the beach in Chicago?

W Chicago - Lakeshore is a top 4.5-star beach hotel offering a health club and flat-screen TVs, located within a short 12-minute walk of Oak Street Beach. Other good choices for your stay near the beach include Oakwood at AMLI RIVER NORTH and Oakwood at 73 E. LAKE.

How many beach hotels will I find in Chicago?

Choose from one of Expedia's 210 hotels in Chicago for your beachside break.

When's the best time for a beach vacation in Chicago?

Plan your trip to the beach with this snapshot of the seasons in Chicago: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 31°F. The snowiest months in Chicago are February, January, March, and December, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of snowfall.

What is there to see and do around Chicago?

After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. If you're eager to check out the beaches, head to Ohio Street Beach or Oak Street Beach for some relaxation by the water. Experience the area's theater and architecture, and make time for local attractions like Navy Pier and Millennium Park. You can also pay a visit to Art Institute of Chicago or Michigan Avenue for more to see and do.

What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Chicago?

Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Chicago with ease. To get to Chicago, book a flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), the closest major airport, which is located 15.7 mi (25.3 km) away. Nearby metro stations include Monroe Station (Red Line), Monroe Station (Blue Line), and Adams-Wabash Station.