THE WADE, Chicago – Your ideal downtown stay
Hotel Overview
The Wade - Lakeside hotel with rooftop yoga and Magnificent Mile access
Located on Chicago's Lake Shore Drive, W Chicago - Lakeshore offers views of Lake Michigan and Navy Pier. The hotel features a 24-hour fitness center, an indoor pool, and the Living Room Bar with DJ entertainment. CURRENT restaurant serves seasonal American cuisine. The property is a short walk from the Magnificent Mile and Navy Pier. Accessibility features include roll-in showers and hearing-accessible rooms. The hotel is pet-friendly with a $25 nightly fee per pet.
Additional perks of the hotel
Rooftop sunrise yoga with Lake Michigan views
Weekly DJ programming and live entertainment at Living Room Bar
W Boot Camp course ending with Navy Pier fireworks
Valet parking available for $84 daily
Multilingual staff (English, Spanish, German)
Guest room recycling program
Guest rooms
All 520 rooms include premium bedding, pillow menus, and air conditioning. Options feature views of Chicago or Lake Michigan. Bathrooms provide bathrobes and free toiletries. Rooms have flat-screen TVs with cable channels and safety deposit boxes. Some accommodations offer lake views through floor-to-ceiling windows.
Other conveniences
Whatever/Whenever(R) 24-hour service
Electronic room keys and mobile check-in
Accessible vanities and adjustable shower wands
TTY/TTD compatible rooms available
Pet amenities with weight limit of 40 lbs
Digital wake-up calls and room service
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Transportation Tips
Transportation Options
Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Shops/Commercial services
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Hotel Location
Guest Reviews & Ratings
The hotel offers a nice bed but lacks soundproofing in the rooms. Although promised Bluetooth was missing upon booking, the staff is exceptionally nice and friendly, providing top-notch service. The location is unbeatable for exploring downtown Chicago, close to Michigan Ave and Navy Pier. Dining options were limited, and the facilities include room service and valet parking.
The hotel offers a pretty pimp view from the rooms and nice bath products, but the temperature changes throughout the night can be a bit bothersome. The rooms might look plain, but I really enjoyed hanging out in the lobby.
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were clean and spacious, but the setup was not very functional or comfortable, plus there was an unpleasant smell and no refrigerator available. The staff was hit or miss; some were very helpful and awesome, but there were times when no room services were provided until I called and requested. The location was convenient, within walking distance to Navy Pier and the Riverwalk, but not ideal for travelers with small children. The dining experience was good with reasonable prices, although it lacked variety. Overall, a mixed experience with room for improvement.
The hotel's location is excellent for those who want to visit Navy Pier and explore downtown. However, the rooms were not ready upon our arrival at 5:00 PM, with delayed towel delivery on the second night. The room itself was disappointing, with an old feel and a continuously dripping toilet that made it hard for me, a light sleeper, to rest peacefully.
The hotel had some nice aspects, but a few drawbacks need attention. The rooms seemed nice but lacked typical upscale amenities and the upgrade didn't justify the cost. The service had both unprofessional and thoughtful moments. The location was fantastic for sightseeing but tricky with a stroller. The dining experience was good but could have provided more details on the food. Overall, a mixed experience with room for improvement.
The hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were small and worn out but somewhat nice. The staff was unwelcoming, but the location was great for both business and personal activities. The dining was a mix of good and bad experiences.
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