18+ Hotels In Chicago, Illinois

Skyline views, deep-dish debates, and lakefront strolls - Chicago keeps things bold and breezy. These hotels don’t hassle you for being under 21, so you can focus on exploring the Windy City without a hitch.

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Chicago knows how to make an entrance. You’ve got the river slicing through downtown, skyscrapers built for your photo feed, and a lakefront that feels more like a beachfront. Grab a deep-dish slice, check out the Riverwalk, or spend the afternoon thrifting around Wicker Park. And if there’s one thing you shouldn’t miss, it’s hopping on an architecture boat tour - sounds touristy, but trust us, cruising past glass towers with the city skyline all around hits different.

But like a lot of big cities, hotels here love a good "must be 21" policy. So we’ve done the work and picked out the spots that actually let you check in. From downtown high-rises to budget-friendly stays near the action, these hotels come in all price ranges and won’t hit you with weird age limits at the front desk.

The list 32 hotels for 18- to 20-year-olds in Chicago

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  • 1 Villa D' Citta Lincoln Park $$$

    **** Guest Rating 9.6 Located in the heart of Lincoln Park’s shopping and dining district, this modernized Chicago B&B features a private grotto and garden with BBQ facilities. Each romantic guest room is equipped with free Wi-Fi. A flat-screen TV is included in every elegant room at Villa D’Citta. Show full description

    Address 2230 North Halsted Street Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Tennis court.
  • 2 Ray's Bucktown Bed and Breakfast Bucktown $$$

    *** Guest Rating 9.3 Located near numerous restaurants and shops in the Bucktown neighbourhood of Chicago, Ray's Bucktown features a communal sauna, free WiFi, and in-room breakfast service. Live entertainment at the Congress Theatre is 800 metres away. Each uniquely designed room includes hardwood floors and a flat-screen cable TV at Ray's Bucktown Bed and Breakfast. Show full description

    Address 2144 North Leavitt Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Pets are welcome.
    • Free parking available.
  • 3 L7 Chicago by LOTTE Chicago Loop $$$

    **** Guest Rating 9.2 Stay in the heart of Chicago. Centrally located along the Chicago River in the famous Loop business district, this hotel features in-room spa services, and a 24-hour gym. This eco-friendly hotel is 9 minutes' walk from Millennium Park. Show full description

    Address 225 North Wabash Street Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Gym / fitness center.
    • Pets are welcome.
  • 4 Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Wilmette/Skokie Chicago $$$

    *** Guest Rating 9.1 Located along Interstate 94, this Wilmette, Illinois hotel is 28 minutes’ drive north of the Chicago city centre. Each room includes a full kitchen with a stove and dishwasher. Free Wi-Fi is available. Show full description

    Address 3205 Old Glenview Road Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Swimming pool.
    • Gym / fitness center.
    • Pets are welcome.
    • Free parking available.
  • 5 320 Happy Home Chicago $$$

    Guest Rating 9.0 Situated in Chicago, 5 km from Museum of Science and Industry - Chicago, 320 Happy Home features air-conditioned accommodation and a garden. The property is around 5.5 km from Guaranteed Rate Field, 10 km from Field Museum of Natural History and 11 km from DePaul University. Show full description

    Address 320 West 58th Street Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Free parking available.
  • 6 Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop Chicago Loop $$$

    **** Guest Rating 9.0 Stay in the heart of Chicago. Historic Chicago architecture, designed by world renowned architect Daniel Burnham, with mosaic floors and marble ceilings inspire luxury at this hotel in Chicago’s Loop. Shopping on famed Michigan Avenue and Millennium Park are a short walk away. Show full description

    Address 1 West Washington Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Gym / fitness center.
    • Pets are welcome.
  • 7 CitizenM Chicago Downtown Chicago Loop $$$

    **** Guest Rating 8.9 Stay in the heart of Chicago. Featuring a shared lounge, a restaurant as well as a bar, citizenM Chicago Downtown is located in the centre of Chicago, 1.7 km from Ohio Street Beach. Show full description

    Address 80 East Wacker Place Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
  • 8 HI Chicago Hostel Chicago Loop $$$

    *** Guest Rating 8.5 Stay in the heart of Chicago. Experience the excitement of Chicago from the centre of all the action at this beautiful historic hostel, offering comfortable and contemporary accommodation in the heart of the city centre. Situated in the south Loop area and moments away from beautiful Lake Michigan, HI - Chicago Hostel provides easy access to some of the area's top attractions. Show full description

    Address 24 Ida B Wells Drive Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Pool tables.
    • Ping pong tables.
  • 9 JW Marriott Chicago Chicago Loop $$$

    ***** Guest Rating 8.5 Stay in the heart of Chicago. Just 1 mile away from Millennium Park and the Art Institute Museum, this historic Chicago Loop hotel features renowned architectural designs, a luxury spa and indoor pool in the heart of the city’s financial district. Every room at JW Marriott Chicago features a 42-inch flat-screen LCD TV with Netflix streaming and satellite cable channels. Show full description

    Address 151 West Adams Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Heated pool.
    • Gym / fitness center.
  • 10 Graduate by Hilton Evanston Chicago $$$

    **** Guest Rating 8.4 This Williamsburg-style hotel in Evanston, Illinois was built in 1927 is 2 blocks from Northwestern University. A contemporary American restaurant is on site and traditional guest rooms include free Wi-Fi. Bright rooms at Graduate Evanston include cable TV and coffee facilities. Show full description

    Address 1625 Hinman Avenue Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Gym / fitness center.
    • Pets are welcome.
  • 11 Warwick Allerton Chicago Streeterville $$$

    **** Guest Rating 8.3 Stay in the heart of Chicago. Situated amongst the shopping, dining and entertainment on the Magnificent Mile, this boutique hotel is located in the heart of downtown Chicago and offers historic architecture, on-site dining options and a 24-hour fitness centre. The modern, stylish rooms at Warwick Allerton Hotel Chicago feature a flat-screen TV, iPod docking station and work desk. Show full description

    Address 701 North Michigan Avenue Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Gym / fitness center.
    • Pets are welcome.
  • 12 Ruby Room Wicker Park $$$

    Guest Rating 8.3 Situated in Chicago, 3.2 km from United Center, Ruby Room features air-conditioned accommodation and a garden. The property is around 4. Show full description

    Address 1745 W Divison St Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
  • 13 The Hoxton, Chicago West Loop $$$

    **** Guest Rating 8.3 Welcome to The Hoxton, Chicago - your home away from home in the heart of Chicago's West Loop district. While there is so much to do (and eat) in this nook of the Windy City, you may find yourself having a hard time leaving The Hoxton's four walls. We've got 3 bars and restaurants, rooftop pool, room service, a coffee shop, yoga studio, The Apartment - our meeting and events space, and Working From_ - our coworking space (just to name a few). Show full description

    Address 200 North Green Street Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Swimming pool.
    • Gym / fitness center.
    • Pets are welcome.
  • 14 The Blackstone, Autograph Collection Chicago Loop $$$

    **** Guest Rating 8.3 Stay in the heart of Chicago. Situated in a historic French Beaux-Arts building, this 4-star Chicago Loop hotel features a tapas restaurant and stylish rooms with 50-inch LCD TVs. Grant Park is across the street and Millennium Park is only a 10 minute walk from the property. Show full description

    Address 636 South Michigan Avenue Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Pool tables.
    • Gym / fitness center.
    • Pets are welcome.
  • 15 DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago/Alsip Chicago $$$

    *** Guest Rating 7.9 Providing free transfers to the nearby Chicago Midway Airport, this Alsip hotel is close to area motorways and features a variety of on-site amenities, including elegant banquet and meeting facilities. Free high-speed internet is offered at this property, along with a free transfer service within a 5-mile radius. Free parking is also offered on site. Show full description

    Address 5000 West 127th Street Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Swimming pool.
    • Gym / fitness center.
  • 16 FOUND Hotel Chicago River North River North $$$

    *** Guest Rating 7.9 Stay in the heart of Chicago. Set in Chicago, within a 10-minute walk of Shops at Northbridge and Magnificent Mile, Found Hotel Chicago River North offers accommodation with a shared lounge. The hotel provides a restaurant serving American cuisine, as well as free WiFi throughout the property. Show full description

    Address 613 North Wells Street Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Karaoke.
  • 17 Hotel Versey Chicago Lincoln Park Lincoln Park $$$

    *** Guest Rating 7.9 Just 2 miles away from Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan’s North Avenue Beach, this boutique hotel is located Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood and combines the local culture, music and art of the city to provide a unique lodging experience for travelers. Every room at Hotel Versey Days Inn by Wyndham Chicago provides a 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels and livestream capabilities. A Nespresso coffee machine is also included. Show full description

    Address 644 West Diversey Parkway Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Pets are welcome.
  • 18 Chicago Parthenon Hostel West Loop $$$

    ** Guest Rating 7.8 Situated amongst the popular dining and entertainment of the West Loop neighborhood, this downtown Chicago hostel offers complimentary daily coffee and tea (a.m. only) and free WiFi. Show full description

    Address 310 South Halsted Street Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
  • 19 Wrigley Hostel - Chicago Lakeview $$$

    *** Guest Rating 7.8 Wrigley Field is just steps away from the Wrigley Hostel, and a 10 minute walk from the beach. Public transportation is a also a block away that will take you downtown or further north. Free WiFi is available to guests. Show full description

    Address 3514 North Sheffield Avenue Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Pool tables.
    • Karaoke.
    • Free parking available.
  • 20 Courtyard Chicago Wood Dale / Itasca Chicago $$$

    *** Guest Rating 7.8 Courtyard Chicago Wood Dale offers modern accommodation a 30-minute drive from central Chicago and only 6.5 miles from O’Hare Airport. It features a free local shuttle and an indoor pool with hot tub. Show full description

    Address 900 North Wood Dale Road Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Swimming pool.
    • Gym / fitness center.
    • Free parking available.
  • 21 Best Western Chicago Downtown-River North River North $$$

    *** Guest Rating 7.4 Just 5 blocks away from the famed shopping, dining and entertainment of the Magnificent Mile, this hotel is located in downtown Chicago and offers an indoor heated pool and a rooftop deck with views of the iconic city skyline. Hotel rooms offer a flat-screen TV with premium cable channels. A coffee maker is also provided. Show full description

    Address 125 West Ohio Street Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Rooftop pool.
    • Gym / fitness center.
  • 22 Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago Chicago Loop $$$

    *** Guest Rating 7.4 Stay in the heart of Chicago. Directly across from Millennium Park and sitting on the iconic Michigan Avenue, Congress Plaza Hotel offers elegance, luxury, and history in the heart of downtown Chicago. This historic Chicago hotel offers stunning city and lake views, on-site dining options, and free WiFi. Show full description

    Address 520 South Michigan Avenue Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Gym / fitness center.
  • 23 Hotel Chicago West Loop, SureStay Collection by Best Western West Loop $$$

    ** Guest Rating 7.4 Hotel Chicago West Loop is located in the middle of the UIC Medical District, only 1969 feet from the United Center. Complimentary WiFi and beds with memory foam mattresses are featured at the Hotel Chicago West Loop. A flat-screen cable TV, coffee machine, microwave and work area are featured in every guestroom at the Hotel Chicago West Loop. Show full description

    Address 1622 W Jackson Blvd Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Gym / fitness center.
    • Pets are welcome.
  • 24 Freehand Chicago River North $$$

    **** Guest Rating 7.2 Stay in the heart of Chicago. Featuring a restaurant, Freehand Chicago is located in Chicago's River North neighborhood. Free WiFi access is available. Show full description

    Address 19 East Ohio Street Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Gym / fitness center.
    • Pets are welcome.
  • 25 Motel 6-Alsip, IL Chicago $$$

    *** Guest Rating 6.8 Just off Interstate 294 and less than 10 miles from Midway International Airport, this Alsip hotel features guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. A TV with cable channels is included in every room at Motel 6 Alsip. Guests can enjoy a snack from the on-site vending machines at Motel 6 Alsip. Show full description

    Address 5150 W 127th Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Pets are welcome.
  • 26 Super 8 by Wyndham Chicago Northlake O'Hare South Chicago $$$

    ** Guest Rating 6.1 Ideally situated 10 km from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, this modern hotel offers free airport shuttle service to and from the airport and spacious guestrooms in Northlake, Illinois. A satellite TV with free HBO is included in every room at Super 8 Chicago Northlake O’Hare South. Extras include coffee machines and ironing facilities. Show full description

    Address 2080 North Mannheim Road Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Pets are welcome.
    • Free parking available.
  • 27 Travel Inn Chicago $$$

    Guest Rating 6.0 Located within 16 km of United Center and 19 km of Union Station, Travel Inn provides rooms in Broadview. The property is around 19 km from Willis Tower, 19 km from DePaul University and 20 km from CIBC Theatre. The motel has an ATM machine and a fax machine and photocopier that guests can use. Show full description

    Address 1150 W Roosevelt Rd Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Pets are welcome.
    • Free parking available.
  • 28 Chinatown Hotel Chicago Chinatown $$$

    ** Guest Rating 5.7 This cozy hotel is situated in the middle of Chicago’s Chinatown, just 6 blocks from McCormick Place. It offers comfortable guestrooms, free WiFi access and a 24-hour front desk. The air conditioned rooms are furnished with a work desk. Show full description

    Address 214 West 22nd Place Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
  • 29 The Shamrock Chicago $$$

    *** Guest Rating 5.3 Featuring 3-star accommodation, The Shamrock is located in Cicero, 7.3 km from United Center and 10 km from Union Station. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. Show full description

    Address 1212 S Cicero Ave Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Free parking available.
  • 30 O'Hare Inn & Suites Chicago $$$

    ** Guest Rating 5.0 Located near Rivers Casino and the Fashion Outlets of Chicago. Its spacious rooms feature free WiFi and cable TV. Each room at O’Hare Inn & Suites has a seating area and desk along with ironing facilities. Show full description

    Address 4101 Mannheim Road Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Free parking available.
  • 31 Red Roof Inn Chicago-Alsip Chicago $$$

    ** Guest Rating 4.6 Red Roof Inn Chicago-Alsip provides accommodation in Alsip. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Chicago is 26 km from the hotel, while Aurora is 49 km away. Midway International Airport is 13 km from the property.

    Address 12340 S Cicero Ave Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Pets are welcome.
    • Free parking available.
  • 32 Kings Inn By OYO Calumet Park I-57 Chicago $$$

    ** Guest Rating 3.3 Conveniently located off Interstate 57, Kings Inn By OYO Calumet Park I-57 hotel offers guest rooms with free WiFi and cable TV. Chicago Midway International Airport is a 20-minute drive from this hotel. Rooms at Kings Inn By OYO Calumet Park I-57 are air-conditioned. Show full description

    Address 12808 S Ashland Ave Show on map
    • The minimum age for check-in at this hotel is 18
    • Pets are welcome.
    • Free parking available.