Your stay — DeWitt Place
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The Property — DeWitt Place
DeWitt Place is a clean, no-fuss three-star in Chicago’s Gold Coast, with a lobby that smells of coffee and worn leather. It suits travellers who want a solid base near the lakefront without paying boutique premiums — think business visitors on a budget or families prioritising location over frills. The USP is its position: steps from Oak Street Beach and the Magnificent Mile, but quiet enough to sleep. You won’t find design flourishes, but the staff are efficient and the rooms are reliably functional.
Chronicles of Chicago
Chicago was incorporated in 1837, exploding from a fur-trading post into a railroad hub. The Great Fire of 1871 levelled the wooden city, prompting a rebuilding boom that produced the world’s first skyscraper — the Home Insurance Building of 1885. Daniel Burnham’s 1909 Plan of Chicago gave the city its lakefront parks and orderly grid. Today that architectural legacy (Mies van der Rohe, Sullivan, Wright) remains the draw, layered with deep-dish pizza, blues clubs and the kind of direct, unsentimental culture the city is known for.
Best Time to Visit
Full Chicago guide →Best months
May, June and September: temperatures hover 18-27°C, humidity low, and summer crowds haven’t peaked. Street festivals start in May, but the lake breeze keeps things bearable.
Peak / festival surge
July is the absolute peak — the Taste of Chicago (usually early July) and Lollapalooza (first weekend August, but spillover in late July) pack the city. Hotel prices on the Magnificent Mile can double, and DeWitt Place often sells out. Book by February for anything reasonable.
Budget shoulder season
Late September and October are ideal for discounts: summer heat breaks, leaf colour peaks in Lincoln Park, and hotel rates drop 20-30%. The Chicago Marathon (October) nudges demand up one weekend, but otherwise crowds thin.
Weather & packing
Chicago’s lake effect means July can swing from 32°C humid afternoons to 16°C evenings when the wind shifts off Michigan. Pack layers: a light jacket or cardigan for evenings, plus breathable shirts and a rain shell for sudden thunderstorms.
Live City Briefing — Chicago
- The CTA’s Red Line extension project continues, with overnight closures between Fullerton and Howard stations through August 2026 — check shuttle bus alternatives if using rail late-night.
- Navy Pier’s new ‘Pier 58’ outdoor beer garden and open-air concert space opens June 2026, adding free live music every Thursday evening through September.
- Starting July 2026, the Lakefront Trail between North Avenue and Oak Street will have water station upgrades and a reroute around beach construction — expect minor path closures near North Avenue Beach.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to DeWitt Place, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 5-9 facing west (away from North Dewitt Place). These mid-level floors avoid street noise while still having decent views of the nearby residential buildings and Lake Michigan glimpses if high enough.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3: they are at street level, directly facing a side street with delivery trucks and pedestrian noise. Also avoid rooms facing east on any floor—they look directly onto Lakeshore Drive, which is a major arterial with constant traffic hum.
Best views
East-facing rooms from floors 8–12 give a partial view of Lake Michigan over the low-rise buildings on the lake side of Lakeshore Drive. West-facing rooms on higher floors see the city skyline, but the view is mostly other apartment blocks.
Quietest floors
Floors 5 through 9 are the quietest. They sit above the street-level hubbub but below mechanical rooms and roof plant noise typical of the top two floors in a 12-story building.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a side street (North Dewitt Place) which funnels delivery trucks for nearby restaurants in the morning. Lakeshore Drive traffic is a constant low roar for east-facing rooms. The lift lobby on each floor can be noisy, particularly at breakfast and check-out times.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on the 'quiet side' when booking—most front desk staff know the west-facing rooms are calmer. 2. There's no hotel parking, but the nearby '900 N Michigan' garage is cheaper than the hotel's valet; walk 2 minutes south on Dewitt Place.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — DeWitt Place
free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps), paid premium tier $9.99/day (50 Mbps); no login portal, use room number and surname
two lifts serving all 11 floors and all guest wings; no stairs-only sections
complimentary digital newspaper via PressReader (request login at front desk); no printed papers
check-in from 15:00; early bag drop always allowed; late check-out until 12:00 free, $50 fee until 14:00, subject to availability
complimentary for day of arrival/departure; $5 per bag for multi-day storage
step-free entrance and lift access; two accessible rooms on ground floor with roll-in showers; no ramps on rear garden terrace
valet parking only, $55/night; nearest public car park at 855 N. Dearborn (SpotHero), $25–$35/night; no EV charging on-site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 17.5% combined Chicago hotel tax (includes 4.5% city tax and 2.5% tourism fee) added to room rate
Deposit & card hold: first night deposit due at booking; $150 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Fourth Presbyterian Church (213 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chapel of St. James (417 m · ~5 min walk)
- Synagogue: Lake Shore Drive Synagogue (562 m · ~7 min walk)
- Synagogue: Chicago Sinai Congregation (596 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
900 North Michigan — 246 m · ~3 min walk
Lakefront Park — 253 m · ~3 min walk
Chicago Sports Museum — 338 m · ~4 min walk
Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place — 297 m · ~4 min walk
Eli M. Schulman Playground — 434 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Cardtronics — 355 m · ~4 min walk
Walgreens — 526 m · ~7 min walk
7-Eleven — 610 m · ~8 min walk
Chicago — 714 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →US Dollar, USD
Travellers typically withdraw from ATMs or use bank-exchange services; avoid airport and tourist-area bureaux due to poor rates.
Credit/debit cards and contactless mobile payments are widely accepted in most stores, restaurants, and transport.
Restaurants: 15-20% pre-tax; taxis: 10-15%; hotel staff: $1-2 per bag, $2-5 per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Drip coffee from a diner or convenience store: around $2.50-$3.50.
A pizza slice or sandwich combo from a deli: about $8-$12.
A main course at a casual sit-down restaurant: about $14-$22.
Look for food trucks or stalls near parks and office plazas (e.g., near Michigan Avenue) for $8-$12 meals.
Chain supermarkets like Jewel-Osco and Whole Foods are common in the area.
Affordable high-street shopping includes department stores like Macy's on State Street and nearby outlet-style shops.
Cheapest is the CTA day pass ($5 for 1-day, $15 for 3-day); from O'Hare, take the CTA Blue Line ($5, about 45 min) or from Midway, take the Orange Line ($2.50, 30 min).
1. Use the CTA's unlimited-ride passes for multiple trips. 2. Eat lunch at food trucks or delis instead of full-service restaurants. 3. Visit free attractions like the Chicago Riverwalk or Lincoln Park Zoo.
Good to know — Chicago
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Emergency Contacts
ChicagoAll emergency services in Chicago, United States are reached by dialing 911. This is the primary emergency number for police, ambulance, and fire services. For non-emergency situations, contact the Chicago Police Department at 311 or visit their website.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Chicago, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at DeWitt Place
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Cardtronics — 355 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Walgreens — 526 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Downtown Chicago / Local neighborhoods → London House Chicago, Near Chicago River
💡 Routes 156, 2, 6 serve the Wacker Drive area. Ventra card recommended for faster boarding. Best for local exploration.
Midway International Airport (MDW) → London House Chicago, Downtown Chicago
💡 Cheaper alternative if arriving at Midway. Orange Line connects to Red/Brown lines for downtown access.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) → London House Chicago, 85 East Upper Wacker Drive
💡 Avoid peak hours (7-9 AM, 4-7 PM). Airport taxis offer flat rates from taxi stand on baggage claim level.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) → London House Chicago (Clark/Lake Station nearby)
💡 Most economical option. Blue Line runs 24/7; transfer at Clark/Lake for walking distance to hotel. Download Ventra card app.
About Chicago
Wikipedia ↗
Chicago is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Illinois and in the Midwestern United States. Located on the western shore of Lake Michigan, it is the third-most populous city in the United States, with a population of 2.74 million at the 2020 census. The Chicago metropolitan area has approxi...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at DeWitt Place?
Request a room on floors 5-9 facing west (away from North Dewitt Place). These mid-level floors avoid street noise while still having decent views of the nearby residential buildings and Lake Michigan glimpses if high enough.
Which rooms should I avoid at DeWitt Place?
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3: they are at street level, directly facing a side street with delivery trucks and pedestrian noise. Also avoid rooms facing east on any floor—they look directly onto Lakeshore Drive, which is a major arterial with constant traffic hum.
Is DeWitt Place noisy?
The hotel sits on a side street (North Dewitt Place) which funnels delivery trucks for nearby restaurants in the morning. Lakeshore Drive traffic is a constant low roar for east-facing rooms. The lift lobby on each floor can be noisy, particularly at breakfast and check-out times.
Which rooms have the best views at DeWitt Place?
East-facing rooms from floors 8–12 give a partial view of Lake Michigan over the low-rise buildings on the lake side of Lakeshore Drive. West-facing rooms on higher floors see the city skyline, but the view is mostly other apartment blocks.
What are insider tips for staying at DeWitt Place?
1. Ask for a room on the 'quiet side' when booking—most front desk staff know the west-facing rooms are calmer. 2. There's no hotel parking, but the nearby '900 N Michigan' garage is cheaper than the hotel's valet; walk 2 minutes south on Dewitt Place.
What time is check-in at DeWitt Place?
Check-in at DeWitt Place is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does DeWitt Place have Wi-Fi?
free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps), paid premium tier $9.99/day (50 Mbps); no login portal, use room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at DeWitt Place?
17.5% combined Chicago hotel tax (includes 4.5% city tax and 2.5% tourism fee) added to room rate
Where can I eat cheaply near DeWitt Place?
A pizza slice or sandwich combo from a deli: about $8-$12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from DeWitt Place?
Cheapest is the CTA day pass ($5 for 1-day, $15 for 3-day); from O'Hare, take the CTA Blue Line ($5, about 45 min) or from Midway, take the Orange Line ($2.50, 30 min).
When is the best time to visit Chicago?
May, June and September: temperatures hover 18-27°C, humidity low, and summer crowds haven’t peaked. Street festivals start in May, but the lake breeze keeps things bearable.
Top Attractions in Chicago
💡 Parking on the pier itself is expensive — the free trolley from nearby Streeterville, or a 15-minute walk from Michigan Avenue, is cheaper and often faster. Summer weekends get very crowded by afternoon; mornings are quieter.
💡 Go early (before 8am) or on a weekday to get a clear photo of the Bean without crowds. The garden section at the southeast corner is quieter and offers good views of the skyline.
💡 Start at the Riverwalk entrance near Michigan Avenue bridge. Go at sunset for good lighting on the skyscrapers. The paid cruise adds historical narration but the free route is excellent on a clear day. Allow 1 hour.
💡 Illinois residents can book free tickets online for Thursdays; bring a state ID. Non-residents: the regular $25 ticket gets you into the Modern Wing where fewer tourists go. Give yourself 2-3 hours.
💡 Arrive before 10am on weekends to avoid queues at the free parking lot. The zoo is compact; two hours is enough for a thorough visit.
💡 Check the website before going—some special exhibits have a small fee ($5–$10). The conservatory is west of the Loop; take the Green Line train to Garfield station. Allow 1–2 hours.