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Best Western River North Chicago Downtown Hotel

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4 of 5 stars
baltimoretraveler47   1 contribution
Baltimore
Apr 6, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

This hotel is the best value in the area. The rates were cheap and the room was clean. Close to everything - walking distance to good eats, shopping along Michigan Ave., blues bars, train station. Long walk or short cab ride to theaters and other popular Chicago attractions. The room (king bed) was small (ok by us as we weren't there that much), but adequate for two people, nice, and very clean. Hotel was noisy . . . definitely bring ear plugs if you're a light sleeper - between the guests coming and going, housekeeping cleaning, and street noise, there was not a lot of quietness. Hallways and stairwells had strong cleaner (Pine Sol?) odors. Parking was free (practically unheard of in this town), though was not self-park (especially over the weekend they pack the cars into this little lot like sardines). Free continental breakfast (dine-in only with blue tickets provided upon check-in) but limited, i.e. bread, english muffins, hard-boiled eggs, hot and cold cereal and make-your-own waffles. We needed a car to get to the Museum of Science and Industry, Frank Lloyd Wright houses, and Botanical Gardens. We will definitely go back for the price and location.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay April 2009
  • Visit was for Leisure
  • Traveled with With Spouse/Partner
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since April 06, 2009
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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Friendly staff. Old rooms but clean.

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3 of 5 stars
minniefan   3 contributions
longmont, co
Apr 6, 2009 | Trip type: Family

Room was large and as clean as could be expected for how old the hotel is. Staff was very friendly. Bathroom needs a fan.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay April 2009
  • Visit was for Leisure
  • Traveled with Family with Teenagers
  • Member since April 06, 2009
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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great deal in the city

Best Western River North Chicago Downtown Hotel

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5 of 5 stars
plan09   2 contributions
ohio
Apr 5, 2009 | Trip type: Family

This was the second stay for us recently and both times we were very happy. The room was very large and the staff helpful and pleasant. The free parking and breakfast coupled with the location make this a great choice in Chicago. We easily walked to the shopping and theatre.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay April 2009
  • Visit was for Leisure
  • Traveled with Family with Teenagers
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since January 12, 2009
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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Great Value and Location

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5 of 5 stars
Rob93013   1 contribution
Carpinteria, CA
Apr 3, 2009 | Trip type: Business, Solo travel

Certainly an older property, but well maintained. No charge on site parking. My room over the parking entry area was fine, but it was tough getting enough hot water on a couple of 19-deg (F) mornings. Hotel now includes a continental breakfast -- cook to order available at menu prices. Excellent location. 6 blocks west of Michigan Ave. Rainforest Cafe and Hard Rock Cafe across the street. Chicago Chop house has great food, but you'll pay dearly for it. BW River North is my recommendation for a solid 2-3 star full service property. OH, the roof top pool and deck must be great in summer!

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay March 2009
  • Visit was for Business
  • Traveled with Solo Traveler
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since April 03, 2009
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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Great Service and attention by all - Love this location

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5 of 5 stars
MIRockHunter   4 contributions
Michigan
Mar 23, 2009 | Trip type: Family

This was a family weekend in the big city to visit the museums and my nephew who is there. The hotel is getting old, but clean paint in the hallways, nice room furnishing, huge TV, wifi, clean room with a nice comfortable bed and unit controlled heat all made for a comfortable. We had two rooms. One with a King size bed which took up most of the room and another room with 2 double beds, which was large and held 2 adults and 2 children just fine. Bathrooms are small, but served their purpose. Our intention was to only really sleep there. Great pool was used both nights. Can't beat the free parking and the central location. We loved the choice of restaurants in the area, and it was a few short blocks to great Chicago Pizza at Giodano's. Everyone was super friendly and helpful from the time we pulled into the parking lot, to the time we left. Free breakfast with great cooked to order choices or you can just order off the menue and pay. We will be back.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay March 2009
  • Visit was for Leisure
  • Traveled with Extended Family
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since July 17, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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Address: 125 West Ohio Street, Chicago, IL 60610