By Jeff Fulton
Wrigley Field, the home of baseball's
Chicago Cubs, is at the center of "Wrigleyville," a neighborhood known for its restaurants, bars and vibrant social activity. Located near Lake Michigan
beaches, the area also encompasses Boystown and Halsted Street's gay clubs, where everyone is welcome. The area offers several places to stay, from a quiet side street to the middle of the action.
Majestic Hotel
Near Wrigley Field, the Majestic Hotel is on a quiet side street just a half a block from Lake Michigan. The boutique property is surrounded by mid-rise apartments and condominiums and is a short walk to Wrigley Field. The old-world ambiance features an English-styled lobby on the first floor. Rates begin at $109.
Majestic Hotel
528 W. Brompton
Chicago, IL 60657
(800) 727-5108
City Suites Hotel
Also a boutique hotel, but in the middle of the action, is the City Suites Hotel. A short four-block walk from Wrigley Field, it is located in the Belmont/Clark corridor, which is loaded with restaurants, bars and clubs. It is also near the Belmont rapid transit stop and a short two-minute ride to Wrigley Field on this historic elevated transit system. Rates begin at $109.
City Suites Hotel
933 W. Belmont
Chicago, IL 60657
(800) 248-9108
Best Western Hawthorne Terrace
Nearest to Wrigley Field is the Best Western Hawthorne. The 59-room hotel is in the center of everything---shopping, eateries and clubs---even though it is located on a less congested block of Broadway, a street connecting many of Chicago's north side ethnic neighborhoods. Rates begin at $209.
Best Western Hawthorne Terrace
3434 N. Broadway
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 244-3434
Days Inn
A bit further, but still within easy reach of Wrigley, is the Days Inn-Chicago. This larger hotel is at the busy intersection of Broadway, Diversey and Clark and is a short bus ride to Wrigley. The advantages of this hotel are the shopping opportunities in the neighborhood and its proximity to Lincoln Park. Rates begin at $90.
Days Inn-Chicago
644 W. Diversey,
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 525-7010
Inn at Lincoln Park
Just down the block and across the street is the Inn at Lincoln Park. This vintage hotel is completely renovated in Victorian style, and is just three blocks from famed Lincoln Park. The lake front park offers jogging trails, a golf driving range and a free zoo--all within walking distance from the hotel. Rates begin at $109.
Inn at Lincoln Park
601 W. Diversey
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 348-2810
The Willows Hotel
Also in the area, but on a quiet residential street, is the Willows Hotel, another small boutique property. The lobby has the feel of the 19th century French countryside, and is a respite from the city. It is also a short walk to Diversey Harbor and the lake. Rates begin at $109.
Willows Hotel
555 W. Surf
Chicago, IL 60657
(800) 787-3108
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About the Author:
Jeff Fulton is a writer specializing in business, travel and culture. He has worked in international sales, customer relations and public relations for major airlines, and has written for Demand Studios since May 2009. Jeff holds a Bachelor of Science in journalism from Northwestern University and a Master of Business Administration in marketing from the University of Chicago.
