The Ohio House Motel, situated only a few blocks from the Magnificent Mile, Navy Pier and the theater district, has reasonable room rates with free parking, Wi-Fi and local calls. The historic property provides clean rooms with cable television and the option of a queen bed or two double beds. The Ohio House Coffee Shop is an old-fashioned diner serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Rooms are available from $99 in the summer months, and fall to $89 during the winter months (as of 2010), 30 percent lower than the average Chicago room rate.
Ohio House Motel
600 North LaSalle St.
Chicago, IL 60654
866-601-6446
ohiohousemotel.com
Newly renovated in early 2010, the Howard Johnson Inn Downtown Chicago is located in the River North district, a few blocks from Michigan Ave. and many of Chicago's famous attractions. The 71-room property has free on-site parking, a full-time front desk and complimentary Wi-Fi access. The updated rooms have cable television, coffee maker and radio. Cafe Luna, an independent diner, is located on property, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Average nightly rates for a standard room are $89, as of September 2010. Suites are available for $159.
Howard Johnson Inn Downtown Chicago
720 North LaSalle St.
Chicago, IL 60654
312-664-8100
hojo.com
Cheap rates, free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking and a cool name are all part of the Heart O' Chicago Motel's desire to be an affordable accommodation in downtown Chicago. While not ideally situated, the hotel is still near Lake Michigan, and all attractions are accessible by public transport. The simple motel has one-, two- and king-bed rooms. The average nightly rate as of September 2010 is $74.
Heart O' Chicago Motel
5990 North Ridge Ave.
Chicago, IL 60660
773-271-9181
heartochicago.com
The Super 8 Chicago, located within walking distance to Loyola University and Lake Michigan, is on the outskirts of downtown Chicago. All of Chicago's attractions can be accessed via public transportation. The budget-friendly hotel has complimentary breakfast, free parking and free Wi-Fi. Rooms feature cable television, coffee maker, mini-fridge and microwave. Restaurants, including fast food, are located in the immediate vicinity. Rates, as of September 2010, begin at $99 for all room types.
Super 8 Chicago
7300 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
773-973-7440
super8.com
