Hotel Lincoln

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Joie De Vivre
8 (958 reviews)
1816 North Clark Street , Chicago , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated room

Categories

Cleanliness
6.75
The bathroom was gross, there was mold on the ceiling and along the bathtub walls.
Service
9.75
While the assistant manager was helpful, other front desk staff seemed annoyed but housekeeping staff was friendly.
Location
9.75
Choose this hotel for its great location, ideal despite other issues.
Room Quality
6.75
Rooms were outdated, small, and not at all luxurious with multiple issues regarding temperature control and cleanliness.
Amenities
7.75
Amenities were barebones; roof bar staff was friendly but overall offerings were limited.
Value for Money
6.75
For the price and the pictures on their website, not sure if I got good value for price.
Food and Beverage
8.75
Staff at the rooftop bar was very friendly.
Overall Experience
7.75
Despite a great location, disappointing experience overall, will not recommend to others.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 04:20

Property Description

Prime Location near Lincoln Park
Located just across from Lincoln Park and a short walk from the zoo, Hotel Lincoln offers a prime location for exploring Chicago's attractions.

Chic and Modern Rooms
Each room at Hotel Lincoln is a blend of historic charm and modern amenities, featuring free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and unique local artwork.

Rooftop Bar with Stunning City Views
Guests can unwind at the rooftop bar, J. Parker, while sipping on signature cocktails and taking in breathtaking views of the city skyline.

Experience the best of Chicago at Hotel Lincoln - book your stay now for an unforgettable visit to the Windy City!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Please note that guests must be 18 years old to check-in.

Alternate policies and additional supplements may apply for reservations of 4 rooms or more.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ORD

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and charges are applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 68 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

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Based on 958 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.75
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 6.75
Amenities: 7.75
Value for Money: 6.75
Food and Beverage: 8.75
Overall Experience: 7.75
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608arynd • NONE
10
Charming boutique hotel
Pros:

To be honest, I only chose this hotel to get the Brand Explorer Reward with Hyatt, but… I was surprised by how much nicer the hotel was compared to the photos on the Hyatt app. Definitely need to hire a new photographer. The room was completely updated, very cute, overlooking the park. I think it was a junior suite? It was perfect for a one night stay. The bathroom was the smallest I’ve ever seen, but again, for a short stay it was fine. The hotel has charm and character, in a good way.

The front desk and valet staff were both really friendly and helpful.

Breakfast is grab and go only, which was fine for me. I had a breakfast sandwich and yogurt and the yogurt was super rich and thick, probably the best I’ve ever had. I did not expect it to be so good.

Overall, it was a really nice experience.

2026-02-07 • via Tripadvisor
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michellezielinski864 • NONE • Charleston, South Carolina
4
Don’t be fooled by the name!
Pros:

You would think a Hyatt property would be nice, but in this case you would be wrong. The location was convenient, but the hotel is badly in need of renovation. The carpeting is old, the wallpaper in the bathroom was peeling, the shower curtain was stained. There is a tankless “kick flush” toilet in the bathroom and the smallest pedestal sink you’ve ever seen, with no place to put toiletries. The wall unit for heat/air couldn’t be regulated so it was either sweltering or freezing in the room. The walls are thin so you can hear your neighbors, and the busy street that made it convenient also made it loud. Sirens sounded like they were coming right into the room.

2026-02-03 • via Tripadvisor
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Zapata Aguilera • couple • us
7
Cons:

Advertised as Breakfast included, and breakfast was not included…

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Sjklatt • NONE
2
Gross.
Pros:

My room wreaked of chemicals/cleaning supples, and while that may seem to suggest the room was clean, my room was dingy, dark, and worn down. The furniture and bed were horribly uncomfortable. The elevators smelled foul and strangely enough I had dinner at the rooftop restaurant and the food tasted like it had absorbed the foul smell. It was a bizarre twilight zone experience. The hotel is currently operating while being renovated and has very little charm, which is disappointing as it seems like the space has potential. (I went in a newly renovated room and it was soulless).

2026-01-24 • via Tripadvisor
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Jessica • couple • us
4
2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Bryon • solo_traveller • us
7
It was fine, except for bait and switch by booking.com
Pros:

The problem, is that when my payment was being processed, it didn’t go through on your end, which is not my fault. When the page reloaded, the price was $80 higher, which happens to be the exact amount you pay extra for incidentals. It was bait and switch, and it cost me an extra $80, because I thought I was paying for incidentals which were not included. I am going to write a very negative review of booking.com.

Cons:

Booking.com

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Leanne • couple • us
5
Cons:

I was expecting a higher quality hotel for the price we paid.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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James • extended_group • us
4
Cons:

The room was run down even with paint peeling from the walls in some areas. Kind of dingy.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Shannon • couple • us
6
Good location but rooms are tiny and minimalistic
Pros:

hotel location was ideal to be able to access the lakefront and restaurants

Cons:

The room was tiny and nothing like the photos - there are renovations going on. We got one of the renovated rooms and it was nothing worth mentioning and almost comically tiny (the toilet paper couldn't be mounted to the wall as I'm sure it would have impeded sitting down). Also, part of the reason we stayed there was for easy access to the J. Parker but it was closed for a private event the one evening we stayed there.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • solo_traveller • us
1
Not worth the price, terrible stay
Pros:

My stay was terrible for the price I paid. The room was super old and outdated. The bathroom had no vent fan and had black water spots on ceiling. It had no room comfort, felt dirty and dusty. I paid $550 for one night and expected much more. It felt like a 2 star hotel, will not be staying again.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Rick • couple • au
7
Enjoyed our stay
Pros:

Very clean room friendly staff great location

Cons:

Little storage in our newly renovated room with no safe as well

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jodi • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • us
3
Disappointing considering the comparatively high price of the room
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

The room was small, the shower flooded every time it was used, they didnt give us the complimentary waters, they didnt bring us new towels both days and we had to ask for them.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • couple • us
1
Terrible waste of money
Pros:

Nothing. I will never stay here again and I will not recommend it to anyone. Room were terrible. Massively over priced for what it was. I have stayed in way better for a fraction of the price.

Cons:

The room was dirty. Bathtub chipped. Rusty light fixtures. Torn carpet. Mold in cieling

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • family_with_children • us
4
Had pretty high expectations for the hots Lincoln and none of them were meet.
Pros:

Not much — the room had sufficient space and valet was good.

Cons:

Cleanliness was poor, the overall hotel was grungy, the elevators were shaky, the room had no working phone, getting a drink or beverage was very inconvenient, no room service and the check in process was slow.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Marie • couple • us
3
Overpriced miserable lodging
Pros:

The staff was competent. The coffee shop in the lobby had good coffee and pastries.

Cons:

The hotel room was dated, tiny, uncomfortable, noisy and unpleasant. There was no chair or couch. No refrigerator. The desk chair was broken. The air conditioning unit was ridiculously loud. The bed was old and uncomfortable. They didn’t provide enough towels. The shower head was problematic. The restroom in the lobby was hot, dirty and smelly. Long waits for elevators.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Virginia • solo_traveller • us
3
Very disappointing, especially given outrageous price.
Pros:

Location was good

Cons:

My room was RIGHT next to elevator -- all night long people were making noise right outside my room -- either standing around waiting for the elevator or coming out of it, partying. Room 810 should not be used for overnight guests.

Cold water tap in bathroom sink only produced warm water, no matter long I let it run.

Desk lamp bulb burned out (or lamp broken).

No fridge, no bottled water provided, despite what the information provided promised.

Flat sheet instead of fitted sheet on mattress! Constantly had to tuck it back in, all night long.

Got very little sleep either night of my stay.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Philip • solo_traveller • us
1
I neveer stayed. Having hot water is a basic for any hotel.
Pros:

N/A

Cons:

I arrived to find the boiler was broken and would not be repaired during the time of my reservation. There was no assistance in placing me elsewhere which caused me to scrambe to find an alternate hotel on short notice.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Tiffany • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Lizzy • extended_group • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee