Midway Airport, located approximately 10 miles from downtown Chicago, is an alternative to the city's larger O'Hare Airport. Despite its size, Midway sees a significant amount of traffic compared to other large airports. In fact, according to iFly.com, more than 17 million passengers transited through Midway in 2008. Travelers seeking cheap overnight accommodations can select from one of three motels within a 2-mile radius of Midway Airport.
The Skylark is located less than half a mile from Midway, making it the closest motel to the airport. Rooms at the Skylark include cable television, air conditioning, Internet access and a telephone. Although there is no restaurant on-site, several nearby establishments offer delivery to the motel. There is no shuttle service to the airport, but guests are provided free parking for the duration of their stay. Smoking is permitted within the rooms. As of 2010, prices at the Skylark were as low as $49 per night.
Skylark Motel
5435 South Archer Ave.
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 582-2100?
Family-owned and operated since 1973, the Sportsman's Inn Motel is located approximately a mile and a half from Midway Airport. The 130 rooms at this motel include a refrigerator, microwave oven, cable television and Wi-Fi Internet access. Although there is no restaurant on property, several area restaurants deliver to its rooms. Hotel guests are provided free parking during their stay, but there is no shuttle or \"park and fly\" service offered. The Sportsman's Inn is a non-smoking property. As of 2010, room prices started at $54 per night.
Sportsman's Inn Motel
4501 South Cicero Ave.
Chicago, IL 60632
(773) 582-3700?
chicagosportsmansinn.com
The Cindy Lyn Motel is situated just under 2 miles from Midway Airport. With a long history dating back to 1960, this motel is located on historic Route 66, attracting guests traveling by car as well as plane. Rooms at this motel contain cable television, Wi-Fi Internet access and cable television. Upgraded rooms, including Jacuzzi and fireplace suites, are available. There is no restaurant on-site, but a few restaurants within the adjacent town of Cicero deliver to the property. As of 2010, standard rooms were as cheap as $62 per night.
Cindy Lyn Motel
5029 West Ogden Ave.
Chicago, IL 60804
(708) 656-1730?
cindylynmotel.com