Ok ,so you are not right on Michigan Ave., but being in the heart of Lincoln Park is not too bad. For the money ($100) Jan. 2009 this hotel/apartment was great. A full kitchen, big living room and bedroom were great for a family. Not alot in the way of services but you feel like a Chicago resident when you stay here.
Was in Chicago to visit college student child who needed mom's cooking and a hot bath! This fit the bill. I will be staying here again when someone calls, Mommy, I need you.

I recently stayed at the Belden-Stratford and totally loved the hotel! We were looking at DePaul University with my daughter (hence the January visit), this was a perfect location. Even with the snow and cold - it was an easy walk to the DePaul campus. I had emailed the hotel with a question prior to making the reservation - the hotel Sales Manager called me back within minutes to answer my question - and gave me their "Winter Special" rate - $109 a night for a Presidential Suite! I don't know if we had a recently remodeled room - but it was lovely and clean - with a great view of Lincoln Park Conservancy and the park. It was about a $30 cab ride (without tip) from the airport, the area has many restaurants within walking distance - no need for a car. We walked to the "El" stop at Fullerton, next to the DePaul campus to go into town. The hotel even let us check in a little early and stay a while after the check-out time. I realize this was January and the hotel might not be as busy as summer, but it was appreciated. Check out RJGrunts down the street!

the hotel was great. the room was great. the food was great. the pool was great. the service was great. i would stay here again.

My wife and I chose to stay here when we planned our trip last October to see the Genesis reunion tour at United Center. I had contacted the management and told them that this was going to be a speacial trip and that I wanted nothing but the best for my wife, as we don't get many chances to travel.
When we arrived, we were greeted by a VERY freindly and courteous staff, clean and well kept lobby, and wonderful views. The front desk staff were very helpful and professional. When looking up our reservations, there were notes about my wishes, and that we were to be treated accordingly. We were given a room on the seventh floor with a view of the lake just as I asked. They also made sure to include bathrobes and a day at the spa for my wife. She loved it! (wink wink, guys)
The room (apartment) was very clean and well appointed. We enjoyed great views of the lake, downtown, Navy Pier and the park.
We are planning another trip to Chicago this winter (we want to see the city in the snow) and refuse to stay anywhere other than the Belden. We reccomend this to anyone wanting to have a relxed, peacful and enjoyable experience while in the big city.