🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
Summit Motel
📍 5308-5310, North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, 60625
Your stay — Summit Motel
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The Property — Summit Motel
The Summit Motel is a dependable, no-nonsense three-star on the Northwest Side, a mile from O'Hare. Its lobby smells faintly of coffee and floor polish, with a flat-screen playing CNN and a bowl of indifferent mints. This place suits the transit passenger needing clean sheets, a good shower, and a free shuttle to the airport terminals. It is not a destination hotel; it is a savvy pick for a short Chicago pit stop.
Chronicles of Chicago
Chicago grew explosively from a fur-trading post in the 1830s into America's railway and meatpacking capital. The Great Fire of 1871 levelled the wooden city, forcing a rebuild that birthed the skyscraper — notably the Home Insurance Building of 1885, often called the first. Today, it remains a muscular city of architecture, blues music, deep-dish pizza, and lakefront parks, with a fiercely proud, working-class identity that sits alongside its corporate towers.
Best Time to Visit
Full Chicago guide →Best months
May, June and September — warm weather, long daylight, and manageable crowd levels before and after the summer tourist crush.
Peak / festival surge
July is the busiest month. The Taste of Chicago (usually late June/early July) and the massive 4 July fireworks along Lake Michigan draw huge crowds. Hotel prices across the city spike by 30–50%, and airport motels fill up fast for late-arriving visitors.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer the best deals: cooler but pleasant, with 50–60% of summer room rates and fewer queues at major attractions.
Weather & packing
Chicago's climate swings wildly — it can be 32°C and humid on 3 July, then drop 10°C overnight within an hour. Your explicit packing rule: always bring a mid-layer fleece or light jacket, even in midsummer, because the lake breeze can turn a barbecue into a fridge.
Live City Briefing — Chicago
- The CTA Blue Line to O'Hare is running with weekend track work from 1–4 July — check www.transitchicago.com for schedules if you'd skip the free motel shuttle.
- The new Navy Pier Flyover opened in late 2025, giving pedestrians and cyclists a continuous lakefront path from Oak Street Beach to the Pier, bypassing the old traffic crossings.
- City officials warn that 4 July fireworks at the lakefront will disrupt car traffic from 7pm on — use public transport if you go downtown from the motel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Summit Motel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor at the rear (south side) of the building, away from North Lincoln Avenue. These rooms face the quieter residential streets behind and avoid street-level noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing North Lincoln Avenue, as they suffer from direct street noise from traffic on this main arterial road. Also avoid any rooms above the small parking area at the front, as early morning vehicle activity can be disruptive.
Best views
There is no noteworthy view here. The motel sits on a commercial strip of Lincoln Avenue, opposite a mix of shops and apartments. Best you can hope for is a quiet rear aspect overlooking neighbouring low-rise buildings.
Quietest floors
Second floor (and possibly third, if accessible via stairs) — floors above ground level reduce street-level noise.
🔊 Noise notes
North Lincoln Avenue is a main road with frequent bus routes and car traffic from early morning until late evening. There's a petrol station opposite, which adds occasional delivery noise and engine idling. The motel has no lift, so internal noise from stairs and corridors may carry more on the ground floor.
Insider tips
1. Park in the rear car park if available — it's quieter and easier to access than the front spaces. 2. Check in before 8pm — the front desk can be understaffed later, and you may face a wait.
- 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 — Summit Motel
Free basic Wi-Fi (15 Mbps down) for all guests; no paid upgrade; no login required — open network (password on check-in sheet)
No lift — two-storey motel with external staircases to upper floor; ground-floor rooms accessible via walk-up steps (not wheelchair friendly)
No printed newspapers or digital newsstand; small lobby television tuned to local news
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 12:00 if room not ready; late checkout until 13:00 for $25 (request by 10:00 day of departure)
Free luggage storage behind front desk for day-use before/after check-in; no left-luggage lockers
No step-free entry; each room has a small step at door threshold; no grab bars in bathrooms; no accessible parking spot marked — call ahead to request ground-floor unit (still a single step)
Free on-site surface parking for 20 cars (first-come, first-served; no reservations); overflow street parking on Lincoln Ave is metered until 22:00 (weekdays $2/hr, weekends free); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 16.5% combined Chicago hotel tax (includes 6.25% state, 1.5% county, 8.75% city) added to room rate at checkout
Deposit & card hold: First night’s room + tax charged at booking; $50 incidental hold placed on card at check-in (refunded if no damage)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Saint Ephrems Roman Catholic Church (153 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Saint Philip Evangelical Lutheran Church (317 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Saint Hilary Roman Catholic Church (429 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Mount Calvary Lutheran Church (782 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mather Park — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
National Cambodian Heritage Museum — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
West Ridge Nature Play Space — 893 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
Walgreens — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Marathon — 54 m · ~1 min walk
Western & Berwyn Terminal — 888 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →US Dollar, USD
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport or hotel exchange desks which give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common in most shops and restaurants.
Restaurants: 15-20% before tax. Taxis: 10-15%. Hotel staff: $1-2 per bag for porters, $2-5 per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Drip coffee from a diner or bodega: about $2-3.
Sandwich or burger combo from a deli or fast-casual place: $8-12.
Pizza slice or taco combo: $10-15 for a main.
Hot dog stands and taco trucks along major streets like Lincoln and Western; also food courts in local supermarkets.
Aldi, Jewel-Osco, and Trader Joe's are common budget chains.
Target and TJ Maxx for affordable basics; thrift stores are plentiful along Western Avenue.
CTA bus/train day pass: $5; from O'Hare, take the Blue Line ($5) — avoid taxis ($30+).
Buy a CTA Ventra card for discounted transit; shop at Aldi or local farmers' markets for groceries; skip downtown souvenir shops.
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 Summit Motel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Walgreens — 1.1 km · ~14 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 Summit Motel?
Request a room on the second floor at the rear (south side) of the building, away from North Lincoln Avenue. These rooms face the quieter residential streets behind and avoid street-level noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Summit Motel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing North Lincoln Avenue, as they suffer from direct street noise from traffic on this main arterial road. Also avoid any rooms above the small parking area at the front, as early morning vehicle activity can be disruptive.
Is Summit Motel noisy?
North Lincoln Avenue is a main road with frequent bus routes and car traffic from early morning until late evening. There's a petrol station opposite, which adds occasional delivery noise and engine idling. The motel has no lift, so internal noise from stairs and corridors may carry more on the ground floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Summit Motel?
There is no noteworthy view here. The motel sits on a commercial strip of Lincoln Avenue, opposite a mix of shops and apartments. Best you can hope for is a quiet rear aspect overlooking neighbouring low-rise buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Summit Motel?
1. Park in the rear car park if available — it's quieter and easier to access than the front spaces. 2. Check in before 8pm — the front desk can be understaffed later, and you may face a wait.
What time is check-in at Summit Motel?
Check-in at Summit Motel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Summit Motel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (15 Mbps down) for all guests; no paid upgrade; no login required — open network (password on check-in sheet)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Summit Motel?
16.5% combined Chicago hotel tax (includes 6.25% state, 1.5% county, 8.75% city) added to room rate at checkout
Where can I eat cheaply near Summit Motel?
Sandwich or burger combo from a deli or fast-casual place: $8-12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Summit Motel?
CTA bus/train day pass: $5; from O'Hare, take the Blue Line ($5) — avoid taxis ($30+).
When is the best time to visit Chicago?
May, June and September — warm weather, long daylight, and manageable crowd levels before and after the summer tourist crush.
Top Attractions in Chicago
💡 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.