Got visitors from out of town, or a visitor to Chicago yourself? With a central location, ample restaurants and bars, and plenty to do, Wicker Park is a prime home base for visitors looking to explore the city. Read on for where to stay if you're making the trip.
The Robey
This 69-room, 3.5-star hotel, located at 2018 W. North Ave., carries a "fabulous" designation via Hotels.com users, who cite its location, cleanliness and service as big draws. It offers a restaurant and bar/lounge, rooftop terrace, and seasonal outdoor pool—and sits on the same block as Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea, Pork and Mindy's sandwich shop, and Sushi Para M. Prices range from $195 / night and up.
Ruby Room
If a boutique hotel (with full-service spa) is more your speed, there's the Ruby Room, which features eight smoke-free rooms, a library, hair salon, conference space and more. Within three miles' distance to points of interest like John Hancock Center, Merchandise Mart and Oriental Theatre, Ruby Room—located at 1743-45 W Division St.—is also close to craft beer spot Bangers and Lace, Mana Food Bar, Smoke Daddy BBQ and more. Prices range from $139 / night and up.
Wicker Park Inn
For a bed-and-breakfast experience, there's the Wicker Park Inn, located at 1329 N Wicker Park Ave. Featuring seven guest rooms, the B&B is rated as "very good" by Hotels.com users, who gave high marks for its "fantastic service," and carries a Tripadvisor score of 4.5. United Center, Humboldt Park and Steppenwolf Theatre are a 35-minute walk away, and Emporium Arcade Bar is right across the street, offering games, drinks and entertainment. Price are from $252 / night and up.
Modern 2BR/2BA in W. Wicker Park
If short-term rentals are more your speed, try this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Airbnb, which features a modern kitchen with "brand new stainless steel appliances," a patio and propane grill, a gas fireplace and more. It's available starting at $129 / night.
The Perfect Wicker Park Studio
And for something a little cozier (and more budget friendl), there's this studio apartment, which sleeps two, and includes a small eat-in kitchen and bathroom. "Situated in the heart of Wicker Park, on bustling Milwaukee, Damen and North Ave, you'll have ultimate access to every shop, restaurant, park, and extracurricular activity you could possibly imagine at your doorstep," the listing promises. It's available for $90 / night.
