The following is a select list of hotels in the Newberry neighborhood. Most are within a 15 minute walk from the Library, or are a short bus, train, or cab ride away. The Library has a negotiated Newberry rate at some of these locations, but you must identify yourself as a participant in a Newberry event at the time of your reservation to receive these rates. Rates listed below are based on short-term stays and do not include tax, which is approximately 15%. Availability is not guaranteed.
Note: This is not necessarily a list of hotels approved by the Library, and the rates listed below are subject to change.
Updated January 2006.
The Claridge Hotel at 1244 North Dearborn Parkway has closed. New managemant has renovated the building and operates the Hotel Indigo at this location (see below).
The Gold Coast Guest House
113 West Elm Street
Chicago, IL 60610
Local Phone: 312-337-0361, Fax: 312-337-0362
This bed and breakfast has four air-conditioned guest rooms, all with private baths, and a common garden area.
· Location: approximately 1/3 mile (three blocks) north of the Newberry
· Rates: vary by season; call for a Newberry Library rate
· Amenities Overview: near a grocery store and several good restaurants
· Notes: Note handicap accessible
Hotel Indigo
1244 N Dearborn Pkwy
Chicago, IL 60610
Local Phone: 312-787-4980, Fax: 312-787-4069
· Location: approximately 1/2 mile (4 blocks, 10 minute walk) directly north of the Newberry
· Rates: The negotiated Newberry rate is $149/night for single or double rooms, valid 1/1/07-12/31/07· Amenities Overview: Fitness Center and restuarant/bar on-site, iron and coffee maker in room, high-speed Internet access
The Lenox Suites
616 N Rush St
Chicago, IL 60611
Local Phone: 312-337-1000, Toll Free 1-800-445-3669
· Location: approximately 3/4 mile (15 minute walk) southeast of the Nebwerry
· Notes: Closed for renovation in November 2005; scheduled to re-open in February as the James Hotel.
The Oakwood Apartments
77 West Huron
Chicago, IL 60610
Local Phone: 312-894-6515, Toll Free: 888-697-0606, Fax: 312-654-2064
· Location: approximately 1/2 mile (5 blocks, 8 minute walk) south of the Newberry
· Amenities: Onsite gym, business center, swimming pool, laundry facilities
· Notes: Usually requires a 30-day minimum stay.
Residence Inn - Downtown Chicago
201 E Walton
Chicago, IL 60611
Local Phone: 312-943-9800, Toll Free 1-800-331-3131
· Location: approximately 2/3 mile east (6 blocks, 12 minute walk) east of the Newberry
· Amenities: Complementary full breakfast buffet daily. Single room studio, one-, and two-bedroom units all include fully equipped kitchenette. Valet parking at daily rate includes in and out privledges.
· Notes: Short and long term stays available. Handicap accessible rooms available by request at time of booking.
River North Hotel (Best Western)
125 West Ohio Street
Chicago, IL 60610
Local Phone: 312-467-0800, Direct Reservation Line: 312-467-0819
· Location: approximately 2/3 mile (7.5 blocks, 15 minute walk) from the Newberry
· Rates: The negotiated Newberry rate for a standard room (single or double occupancy) is $90/night from 1/1/06-3/31/06 and $105/night from 4/1/06-12/30/06
· Amenities Overview: Free parking for hotel guests, indoor pool and exercise room on-site, high-speed wireless Internet access in all rooms, complimentary newspaper and American breakfast every morning.
· Notes: Not handicap accessible.
Sofitel Chicago Water Tower
20 E Chestnut
Chicago, IL 60611
312-324-4000
A luxury hotel located just a few minutes from the Newberry and from the Magnificant Mile.
The Talbott Hotel
20 East Delaware Place
Chicago, IL 60611
Toll Free: 1-800-621-8506
An intimate, European, boutique-style hotel featuring personalized service and gracious business travel amenities.
· Location: approximately 1/3 mile (3 blocks, 8 minute walk) of the Newberry
· Rates: Negotiated Newberry rate is $159-$259/night, depending on the season and the room type
· Amenities Overview: Restuarant and bar on-site. Complimentary high-speed wireless internet access in rooms, the lobby, and the bar. Complementary access to nearby (off-site) health club.
The Tremont Hotel
100 East Chestnut Street
Chicago, IL 60611
Local Phone: 312-751-1900, Toll Free: 1-800-621-8133, Fax: 312-280-2111
Small, upscale, newly renovated hotel located about five blocks from the Library.
· Location: approximately 1/3 mile (4 blocks) southeast of the Newberry
· Rates: The negotiated Newberry rate for a standard room is $149-$285/night (single or double occupancy)
· Amenities Overview: complimentary morning coffee and newspaper
Hostelling International - Chicago
The J. Ira & Nicki Harris Family Hostel
24 East Congress Parkway
Chicago, Illinois 60605
Phone: 1-312-360-0300; Fax: 1-312-360-0313
This hostel is located approximately 2 miles south of the Newberry. Public transportation is available between the two locations, but a small amount of walking is required.