Hotel Lincoln

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Joie De Vivre
8 (1063 reviews)
1816 North Clark Street , Chicago , us
+1 312-254-4700

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
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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Outdated room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Rooms were outdated, small, and not at all luxurious with multiple issues regarding temperature control and cleanliness.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1063 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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Angarag • solo_traveller • mn
7
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Aldabergenov • couple • us
7
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Dinan • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • us
7
Great location, nice employees, but hallways and lobby could use an update
Pros:

Great location and the rooms were updated

Cons:

Hallway rugs were dirty, and hallway were a little dinged up. TV didn't work at all and couldn't stream.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

The location and the staff

Cons:

The room, while comfortable, was not a Junior suite. It was a lovely average sized hotel room with a bathroom.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Carey • family_with_children • us
8
It was fine and staff is responsive to our needs.
Pros:

Location and previous stays at Lincoln Hotel makes it familiar. Allows us to bring our dog.

Cons:

Not quite as clean one set of towels. Had to go to front desk for bedding . Hot in the hallways and loud pounding music from the rooftop bar . Room wasn’t ready and had to settle for a different room at check in

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Prainito • couple • us
8
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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LVKopple • NONE • Howell, Michigan
8
We fell in love with Lincoln Park
Pros:

The room was small but well equipped and the lake view and view of the surrounding area was nice. We loved the roof top bar and the complimentary beverages, and coffee the next morning.

2026-07-29 • via Tripadvisor
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BrownDogTeddy • NONE
2
July 2026
Pros:

Would not recommend. For the price, the hotel was old and rundown. Sink and shower drains did not work properly. Wall A/C units turned on and off all night waking me up. And there was no cold water from any faucet, only hot. My friend on the 3rd floor had the same issue.

2026-07-29 • via Tripadvisor
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marcospO1273MV • Business
6
High price for a motel-like "hotel."
Pros:

Rooms were not up do date. Carpeted rooms did not feel as clean as they should be. Price was very high compared to the offerings of this hotel.

2026-07-27 • via Tripadvisor
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sharicox49 • Couples • Gretna, Louisiana
10
Clean and great location
Pros:

Location is great! Clean rooms.

2026-07-26 • via Tripadvisor
8
872mollyo • NONE
4
Very underwhelmed. Wouldn’t stay there again.
Pros:

Window didn’t shut completely. Shower head didn’t work properly. They had a rooftop party that was loudly DJ’d for most of the day, which sucked for us since we were the floor below the rooftop bar. The TV didn’t work. The elevator needs some updating. The ‘complimentary’ coffee or tea is literally straight black coffee served hot or iced and yet if we drank we could have gotten a complimentary alcohol beverage. Doesn’t seem to come out even. Took upwards of 30 minutes to get an Uber or Lyft to the hotel.

2026-07-26 • via Tripadvisor
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X2331JGsaraht • NONE
10
Best Location
Pros:

The location can’t be beat! My 2 friends and I shared a suite with a lake view and it was stunning. It was also super helpful to have the 2nd bathroom. The amount of space was perfect and the on-site amenities were excellent (restaurant/cafe/rooftop bar). I would definitely choose this hotel the next time I come to stay Downtown!

2026-07-23 • via Tripadvisor
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Vanessa • solo_traveller • za
7
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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W • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

Location was great.

Cons:

The mold in the a/c unit.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Sheyla • couple • us
1
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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ryanakmn2 • Solo travel • Chicago, Illinois
8
Great location and nice rooftop
Pros:

Great location and nice rooftop

2026-07-20 • via Tripadvisor
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William • couple • us
10
Great location, great staff...cool building
Pros:

Rooftop bar was cool!

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • us
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Olivia • extended_group • us
8
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee