Heart O' Chicago sits just steps from Lake Michigan, offering travelers free in-room WiFi and attentive multilingual staff. The 24-hour front desk ensures guests receive assistance whenever needed, while the on-site vending machine provides quick snack options throughout the day.
Located near the beach, Heart O' Chicago is in Edgewater, a neighborhood in Chicago. Chicago History Museum and Chicago Theatre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier. Check out an event or a game at Wrigley Field, and consider making time for Lincoln Park Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Chicago travel guide
5990 North Ridge Ave, Chicago, IL, 60660
What's nearby
Loyola University Chicago
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Lincoln Park
19 min walk - 1.7 km
Kathy Osterman Beach
3 min drive - 1.8 km
Rosehill Cemetery
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Rosemont Avenue Beach
3 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Chicago Rogers Park Station
3 min drive
Thorndale Station
14 min walk
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)
39 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
10 min walk
White Castle
2 min walk
Dunkin'
10 min walk
The Good Wolf
11 min walk
Whiskey Girl Tavern
11 min walk
About this property
Heart O' Chicago
Hotel near Lake Michigan
Close to Loyola University Chicago, Heart O' Chicago has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Heart O' Chicago boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
More
2 floors
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
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Frequently asked questions
Is Heart O' Chicago pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Heart O' Chicago?
As of Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heart O' Chicago on Apr 26, 2026 start from P6,723, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Heart O' Chicago?
Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Heart O' Chicago?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.
Where is Heart O' Chicago located?
Located in Edgewater, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lincoln Park, Lake Michigan, and Loyola University Chicago. Riviera Theatre and Aragon Ballroom are also within 3 mi (5 km). Thorndale Station is 14 minutes by foot and Bryn Mawr Station is 18 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Heart O' Chicago Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
7.8
Staff & service
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 1003 reviews
10 - Excellent
334
Rating 8 - Good. 370 out of 1003 reviews
8 - Good
370
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 1003 reviews
6 - Okay
164
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1003 reviews
4 - Poor
66
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 1003 reviews
2 - Terrible
69
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Good
Jo
Apr 6, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The location was perfect for Andersonville. Parking is free, which was a big perk. The rooms are olds but very clean.
Jo
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Eugene
Apr 7, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and conveniently located near shopping, restaurants and public transportation. Only 2 channels on tv, very very loud heater/AC.
This is a basic, clean, and safe property. The property is one of those roadside motels that were built in the 1950s and 1960s, and I'm pretty sure this property hasn't been updated for at least 30 years. The rooms are small and would probably be crowded for more than two people. They offer a free continental breakfast that I have never tried.
Don't expect a grand, pampered experience. Still, it is well maintained, reasonably priced, and offers free onsite parking.
Staff was nice and room was very clean I was surprised
Monica
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Erik
Dec 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were courteous and stay was great
Erik
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
James
Mar 28, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is an older YET VERY WELL KEPT motel . Think Holiday Inn and Howard Johnson 70s era. If you are the type of person that likes to hang around the motel room all day then this is not the place for you. It does have direct entrance from outside but parking lot is vetry secure and I never felt unsafe or felt unsafe leaving my car parked here when I took the train downtown. There is a 24hour bus(Clark St bus route 22) a block away and the rapid Transit Red line is a 7 or 8 minute bus ride away via the number 84 Peterson bus. I like to walk so I actually walked form the motel to the Red Line which took about 15 minutes. My only complaint is the wallas are a bit thin considering when this was built but luckily my neighbors weren't TOO noisy.
Older motel, 50s/60s era, super clean, super safe, great parking. TV is small and breakfast is a "cereal bar," but other than that: you are getting what you pay for, and the online pics and descriptions are accurate. Will stay again. It's a great neighborhood, and you cannot beat the price.
Lisa
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Tracie
Oct 9, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Not a lot of options at all in this area if attending a concert at The Riviera. Booked this after reviewing mixed ratings. Old motor lodge, dated decor and bedding. Room was clean but this is bare bones for amenities. Desk staff nice. Continental breakfast was the bare minimum; the coffee fresh and adequate quality.
This is not a hotel option to pass on. The hotel is close to transit so getting to downtown and to a Cubs game is easy to do. There are alsom many dining and options and small uniqure shops along Clark and Broadway.
Charles
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean place
Front desk guy was friendly. Room was clean. Easy to go dowtown by train.
Area seemed safe enough. Went for a run down to the Wrigley area in the middle of the day and was never concerned. Didn't try that at night though.
The "breakfast" here is minimal. There's a coffee machine and some cereal and they were out of milk. Calling this a provided breakfast is a little misleading.
This hotel is a great option if you do not want to stay downtown. The Edgewater and Andersonville areas nearby have many great bars and restaurants as well as unique shopping.