Top Hotels Near Elam House in Chicago from AU$145

"This hotel definitely shows it age. The common areas are generally well maintained and look dated but extravagant. The room we were in had a good view of the city and the location was perfect for what we were there for. While we paid $140+ per night, this hotel reminds me of those seedy little $30/night motels. It was listed at a much cheaper rate (deceptive advertising that is common these days). --THE BAD-- - The floor while it looked clean, left socks and feet dirty. - The AC unit did not work. While it blew air (even when off) it was not cold or hot, as such I would not recommend this hotel for a summer or winter stay, we were boiling with the windows open a crack (security windows on the 7th floor). - Toilet ran and would loudly refill every couple minutes. Also did not flush properly. - broken floor tiles in the bathroom - Water would only get slightly warm IF you left it run for 5-10 minutes first. Hope you like cold showers. - Easy to get lost in this massive old building with many doors and elevators leading to only a select area. --THE GOOD-- - Location was perfect for us, right off of Michigan Ave and a few blocks from the bean as well as the location we were headed to. - The bed, while small was firm, comfortable and felt newer? The pillows were great! - Elevator, while older than dirt (peeling wallpaper) was fast, shook like crazy but fast. - Other than the noise from the open windows (trains constantly going by), it was quiet at appropriate times."

"The room was spacious and clean.The hotel was close to many shops and restairants, but still quiet. There was a fire station across the street that deployed fire trucks and ambulances very frequently, but it didn't actually disturb us during the night, just be aware if you're sensitive to something like that. The staff were very professional and polite. The lobby was very modern and clean with plenty of places to lounge and also sit and eat or work. Unfortunately there didn't seem to be microwaves in the rooms, but there was one in the lobby for use. We did have a small fridge in our room, but it was just on the floor and not very easy to get to. Overall, the room worked well for us and we will definitely consider staying again! "

"Beautiful property and awesome staff and customer service."

"Great check in and check out experience"

"it's good for this price, close to the university with clean rooms, a little bit noisy, overral acceptable with such low price"

"This place was excellent all around. Great location, great staff, pristine rooms, so well appointed, and great bar/restaurant. No notes."

"The reason I rate the hotel as excellent when its services are just good is that the staff is largely local and takes a lot of pride in upholding their neighborhood. That is gratifying to me..."

"The property asked for a $300 cash (Venmo) refundable deposit. They said after 5-7 days they would refund it. After two weeks still nothing and no response to my inquiries. In addition, there was a party with 25+ people in the common area on a Saturday night. Very loud music and lots of yelling. I DO NOT recommend this place."

"Lovely stay"