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1,548 reviews

The Wade

The Wade

644 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, 60611-3017, Illinois, United States

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Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

The Wade

The Wade is a 4-star hotel in Chicago, Illinois, located at 644 N Lake Shore Dr. About 3.5mi from the city center, this property offers breakfast and boasts lake-view scenery. With 1,582 reviews, rates start from $151 per night.

Guest amenities include free Wi-Fi, an indoor swimming pool (free), and a fitness center (free). Dining options feature an on-site restaurant and bar, while rooms come with air conditioning, free toiletries, a bathtub, and non-smoking status. A sun deck and terrace provide outdoor spaces, plus live music/performances (free) add a touch of entertainment.

Practicalities cover a 24-hour front desk, elevator access, and accessibility for upper floors via elevator, as well as wheelchair-accessible facilities. Pet-friendly accommodations are available with extra charges, and private parking or on-site parking is offered for an additional fee. Business needs can be met with a business center (extra charges) and meeting/banquet facilities (extra charges).

Begin the day with breakfast, then wander into Current Chicago, the on-site restaurant serving American fare with a bar for relaxed evenings. Lake-view scenery provides a scenic backdrop to meals, making each bite feel a little more special. Rates start from $151 per night, inviting adventures with a solid foundation for exploring the Windy City.

Downtime comes with an indoor pool reserved for adults, complemented by a sun deck and terrace for outdoor lounging. The fitness center stays ready for a quick workout, and free live music/performances add a touch of entertainment to the stay, sprinkling in moments of fun without leaving the lobby.

Practicalities keep things convenient: a 24-hour front desk and elevator access ensure smooth arrivals and departures, while parking options (private or on-site) are available for an additional fee. Pets are welcome with extra charges, and business needs are met with a business center and meeting/banquet facilities available for an extra fee.

Closest airports

Chicago Midway International Airport

10mi

Chicago O'Hare International Airport

16mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Lake view

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

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Suite, Accessible, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

1 King Size Bed

5920 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Wheelchair accessible

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Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this suite includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious suite features air conditioning, a seating area, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as lake views.

King Room with Lake View in The Wade

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King Room, Lake View

1 King Size Bed

3765 sqft

Lake view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a seating area, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as lake views. The unit has 1 bed.

Double Room with City View in The Wade

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Room - 2 Double, City View

2 Double Beds

3765 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a seating area, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as city views. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Room - 2 Double, Lake View, Highfloor

2 Double Beds

3770 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a seating area, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as lake views. The unit has 2 beds.

Wonderful, 2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

x4

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Wonderful room with 2 double beds.

To reserve a room guests must be 21 years or older with photo identification.

This room is non-refundable.

Spectacular, King Size

1 King Size Bed

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Spectacular room with one king-size bed.

To reserve a room guests must be 21 years or older with photo identification.

Wonderful, King Size

1 King Size Bed

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Wonderful room with one king-size bed.

To reserve a room guests must be 21 years or older with photo identification.

This room is non-refundable.

Spectacular, 2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

x4

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Spectacular room with 2 double beds.

To reserve a room guests must be 21 years or older with photo identification.

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Wow Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

1 King Size Bed

950 sqft

Room service

Air conditioning

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Wow Suite, Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Lake View (1 King Bed)

King Room with City View and Adapted Tub - Mobility and Hearing Accessible in The Wade

King Room, Accessible, City View

1 King Size Bed

3765 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

x4

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x3

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Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub) is 355 square feet and includes a double bed 131-150 width plus ironing set.

One-Bedroom King Suite with Lake View in The Wade

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Suite, King Size, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

1 King Size Bed

5920 sqft

Lake view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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More details

1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King, Lake view.

King Room with City View in The Wade

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King Room, City View

1 King Size Bed

3765 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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More details

City View King Room, Guest room, 1 King, City view.

Guest reviews

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1,548 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Christopher

9.1

June 2025

I loved this hotel. It was located near everything we were looking to do and right across the street from Navy Pier. The room was very nice and the room service from the restaurant downstairs was delicious.

Only two things I didn't care for. No free wifi at this price point. They have free coffee every morning but no decaf so I had to go elsewhere for my morning coffee which was a little inconvenient. I probably could have gotten decaf coffee from the restaurant but we went out to breakfast every morning instead of eating at the hotel.

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Riley

10

December 2024

Everything

I couldn't use my other card to pay for the stay. I had to cancel a night, that I still was charged for. My card was 15 dollars short of the limit needed to pay deposit and stay. He said he could not use the other card for the additional night. So we canceled it. Due to policy had still paid almost 200 for a room I couldn't keep. We had to check out there and wait to check in somewhere else for our second night. I could not pay another 400 for room....would have had to pay deposit again plus room in order to stay another night. On line it said you could use another card for payment. Funny how they figured out how to still get the total amount in the end but couldn't figure it out enough for us to keep the second night to begin with.

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Theresa

8.2

September 2022

We adored the setting on the side of Lake Michigan, the decor was lovely.

When I booked this property I booked 3 nights including breakfast. It wasn’t explained to us that we were only allowed to spend $50 between 3 on breakfast! an omelet was $18 so breakfast for 3 on our first morning came to over $117! Coffee, Tea and juices were also charged for so that’s how it mounted up. If you’re booking to include breakfast it should include breakfast! There also wasn’t any robes even though advertised as having them and we had to ask for a coffee machine in our room then daily for coffee to go in it.

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Parshall

8.2

June 2025

Absolutely loved the location and the staff was very friendly.

The breakfast voucher only covered a buffet that really wasn't all that terrific. I've gotten free at other hotels. In the beginning the guy had said it was $30 per person for buffet found out it was only $15 which didn't matter we had paid extra for vouchers. You basically got scrambled eggs, potatoes, sausage links, oatmeal, French toast / pancakes and cereal. The dining staff was super friendly though.

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Gisela

8.2

September 2024

Location, location, location! Amazing view from the 24th floor!

The service is not up to a W - breakfast was ok but expensive and service was really slow and you need to ask twice for things… They could do way better on facilities and amenities. The hotel is nice but that’s about it. Our room - a Fab Room lakefront view on the 24 floor - has a great view but you had all the noise from the elevators, even until late at night The room was comfortable for 4 but several basic things in any hotel of this type were missing: robes, a full stocked frigobar; a coffee machine and internet! Charging for internet in a hotel like this it’s a joke. Appreciated the Davine’s toiletries, though. The indoor poor is small and there is no policy on kids thus was terrible noisy…

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David

9.1

June 2025

Beautiful moody colored rooms. Loved the back strip of lighting by the bed and the fun chandelier by the window. The city view was beautiful. We loved that a pool was on property and the observation deck from pool level was perfect for seeing the fireworks 🎇 at Navy Pier. Staff was so helpful and kind. Beautiful place to stay while in Chicago. Just a short walk from everything.

Our room had a bit of noticable wear on walls, flooring and furniture, but still functional.

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Tienne

8.2

July 2024

Rooms fabulous, got upgraded through booking.com to "exceptional room" on 32nd floor. Views of the pier stunning! Hotel lovely, nice and close to get around everywhere. Bar area really nice. Staff very welcoming and let us split our bill as we were friends travelling together and wanted to keep things easy. Beds sooo comfy, bottled water left every morning which is such a nice touch and don't get that everywhere. Wish we'd had time to use the pool etc but so much to see and do in Chicago!

No coffee machine in room but you could get free coffee every morning in the lobby which was a nice touch.

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Roderick

8.2

August 2025

The location was great.

There was a wedding and 2 elevators were reserved for the wedding and 2 were not in service so the 15 min wait for an elevator was less than pleasant. Room service...menu said creole "cream" sauce but some one forgot that part or the menu changed and was not noted on the ordering menu. Other than that it was good.

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Tiffany

8.2

May 2024

The location was great. The room was beautiful & comfortable

The city view wasn't what I expected. When I arrived after 3p, my room wasn't available & instead of a complimentary upgrade, they wanted to charge me like $200-ish for a lake view. The valet service was ok but when I would call down (text actually) the msg said your car will be ready in 5 mins, I'd go downstairs & end up waiting longer, only to find the valet workers just sitting in the office & if I had not asked for car by walking over to their little office, I'd still be waiting. Also providing a microwave in the room would have been nice.

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Pope

10

March 2025

I love the location and atmosphere and the people in the area Are very nice

I was told that I would not have to pay anything on site just to get there and still have to pay two hundred $200 extra on site after I already paid then they instantly take the money out.That day, but you have to wait days before you get it back should have a better policy.Because they don't have to wait on their money at the time of service.So why should we have to wait on our money getting it back 🤬

Points of Interest Around The Wade

Attractions

Chicago Pedway

0.3mi

Marquette Building

1.2mi

Chicago River

1.3mi

Harold Washington Library Center (Chicago Public Library)

1.4mi

Chicago Board of Trade Building

1.4mi

Shedd Aquarium

1.8mi

Prairie Avenue Historic District

2.8mi

Chicago Chinatown

3mi

United Center

3.2mi

Chicago Loop

3.3mi

Trickery

4mi

Wrigley Field

4.3mi

Wrigleyville

4.4mi

University of Chicago

7.2mi

Jackson Park

7.6mi

Restaurants

Current

Cuisines

  • American

Pools

Location

  • Indoor

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of The Wade

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Lake view

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - The Wade

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Wade

Can I bring my pet to The Wade?

Absolutely! You can stay with your pet at the W Chicago - Lakeshore hotel. They have a pet-friendly policy, although there may be some charges associated with bringing your furry friend along.

When are the check-in and check-out times for The Wade?

For The Wade, you can check in after 04:00 PM and the check-out deadline is 12:00 PM.

Can guests park for free at The Wade?

Yes, W Chicago - Lakeshore provides convenient on-site parking for hotel guests. The private parking is available and does not require any reservations. However, please note that there is a charge of $86 per day for parking.

What are the rates at The Wade?

The base rate at The Wade is approximately $151. Be informed that this can vary depending on your room choice and booking dates. Enter dates for a tailored price.

What types of rooms does The Wade offer?

The W Chicago - Lakeshore offers a variety of room options, including Fabulous King Rooms with Lake View, Wonderful King Rooms with City View, Spectacular Rooms with Two Double Beds and Lake View, Fabulous Double Rooms with Lake View, Spectacular King Rooms with Lake View, and Marvelous King Rooms with Lake View. All rooms have a size of 355 sqft, except for the Marvelous King Room which is 549 sqft. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The rooms accommodate either 2 adults and 1 child or 4 adults and 3 children, depending on the room type. The beds are either 1 x King size bed or 2 x Double beds. Some rooms have adapted tubs or roll-in showers for mobility and hearing accessibility.

What is there to do in The Wade?

Guests at W Chicago - Lakeshore can spend their time enjoying a range of leisure amenities. They can relax and take a swim in the indoor swimming pool, which is available all year round. The hotel also offers an on-site golf course, perfect for golf enthusiasts.

For those looking for entertainment, they can enjoy live music or performances at the hotel. Guests can also visit the bar for drinks and cocktails. The fitness center is available for those who want to stay active during their stay. Yoga classes and a pool table are also available for guests to enjoy.

The hotel's on-site restaurant, Current, offers American cuisine for guests to indulge in. Additionally, the sun deck provides a great spot to relax and soak up the sun. With its various amenities, W Chicago - Lakeshore ensures that guests have an enjoyable and memorable stay.

Does The Wade feature a pool area?

The W Chicago - Lakeshore hotel has an indoor pool available year-round. The pool is restricted to adults only.

Are there restaurants located within The Wade?

The hotel has a restaurant called Current that serves American cuisine.

Can I use my credit card at The Wade?

Yes, you can use your credit card at W Chicago - Lakeshore. The hotel accepts major credit cards such as Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club, Discover, American Express, and UnionPay. Cash payments are not accepted.