10 Best Gay-Friendly Hotels In Chicago, Illinois - Updated 2024

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Are you planning a trip to Chicago with your loved one? You can pack so much fun into your schedule. The city is home to numerous neighbourhoods, each offering something unique. Northalsted, also known as Boystown, is filled with welcoming people, great shops and restaurants. You can even follow The Legacy Walk to know more about the contributions of the LGBTQ+ community. Round up your day with a Blue Man Group performance at Briar Street Theatre or with a fun meal at Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club. If dancing is on the cards, you can make your way to Roscoe’s Tavern or Sidetrack. You even have a wide variety when it comes to accommodations in Chicago. For options, take a look at this list of the best gay-friendly hotels in Chicago, Illinois.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and the property's inclusivity for guests from all walks of life. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on June 02, 2024.

1. Four Seasons Hotel Chicago (from USD 515)

For a luxurious stay in Chicago, you can consider the 5-star Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. The property offers a range of rooms, from 376-sq.-ft. (34.93-sq-m) rooms to suites measuring more than 2700 sq. ft. (250.84 sq m) to accommodate your group. The rooms offer gorgeous views of the lake or the city’s skyline, so you can savour them from your private space.

The hotel is located on the Magnificent Mile and offers you easy access to shopping spots, eateries and more. To pamper yourself on your vacation, you can choose to indulge in a relaxing treatment at the on-site spa.

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Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

Address: 120 East Delaware Place
164 meters (0.2 ft) from 875 North Michigan Avenue

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
to be fair it did have great pillows bed etc
Cleanliness:
very clean and maintained
Host:
the employees are so friendly and remember you by name
first off the staff are absolutely wonderful
amazing accommodations and even more amazing staff and professionalism
the amenities wete great the staff were amazing and the stay was awesome
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2. The Peninsula Chicago (from USD 525)

The 5-star The Peninsula Chicago hotel boasts 339 rooms fitted with all luxuries to make your trip memorable. You will find hypo-allergenic linens, pillowtop mattresses, wardrobes and bathrooms with deluxe toiletries in your room. You can go around town in style using the hotel’s limousine service. When you are back, you can relax by swimming in the pool or just lounging by it.

The on-site spa boasts Ayurvedic treatments. You can savour delicious meals in the on-site restaurant Shanghai Terrace, where you can enjoy al fresco dining too.

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The Peninsula Chicago

Address: 108 East Superior Street
381 meters (0.3 ft) from 875 North Michigan Avenue

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
beautiful rooms and overall a lovely experience
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3. The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago (from USD 492)

The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago is located near Grant Park on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile. It is a 5-star property offering luxurious experiences to make your trip special.

Foodies will love the selection here. All three meals are available at Torali Italian Steak where the signature dishes include pasta, a variety of meats and seafood. If you are looking for a place to unwind and chill with your friends, you can choose Torali Bar or the Rooftop At Torali and sip on delicious cocktails. For a fresh cup of coffee to perk you up during the day, you can head to The Café.

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The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago

Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 160 E Pearson Street
119 meters (390.9 ft) from 875 North Michigan Avenue

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the rooms are clean spacious and modern
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4. The Langham, Chicago (from USD 479)

What do you look for in a hotel when you are planning a special trip? A pool and hot tub surely, and perhaps a spa for relaxation, a fitness centre so you can work out, and, when you want to head out, the comfort of a limousine service? All this and more are available to you when you stay at the 5-star The Langham, Chicago.

Choose from 316 air-conditioned rooms furnished with great care. You can relax in comfort here and order room service all through the day. No matter how busy your day is, you will feel refreshed after bathing in the tub or rainfall shower.

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The Langham, Chicago

Address: 330 North Wabash Avenue
1.2 km (0.8 mi) from 875 North Michigan Avenue

Top guest reviews
Host:
beautiful hotel and great staff - my favorite in us
Location:
perfect location and the room is spacious
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5. Viceroy Chicago (from USD 295)

Viceroy Chicago is located in downtown Chicago and is close to the beach. You can visit popular attractions such as the Navy Pier, The Chicago Theatre and the Art Institute of Chicago from here. Getting around is easy as public transport access points are close by. The hotel is placed in a vintage building and some rooms offer beautiful views of Lake Michigan.

You will love the tastefully finished rooms decorated in a retro-chic style. Quality linens, Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters make it a comfortable space as well. The property offers childcare services too, making it easy for parents to have some time on their own.

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Viceroy Chicago

Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 1118 North State Street
625 meters (0.4 ft) from 875 North Michigan Avenue

6. Waldorf Astoria Chicago (from USD 515)

Are you looking for luxury accommodation in Chicago that you can share, not only with your loved one but also with your pets? Choose Waldorf Astoria Chicago. This hotel is located on Chicago’s famous Magnificent Mile, making it easy for you to visit the city’s popular sights.

You will enjoy a unique dining experience here. The on-site lounge, Bernard’s, features a unique decoration style with Scottish influences. You can sip delicious drinks here while taking in the classic interiors. The on-site restaurant, The Brass Tack, offers sumptuous meals prepared from local ingredients.

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Waldorf Astoria Chicago

Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 11 E. Walton Street
434 meters (0.3 ft) from 875 North Michigan Avenue

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
other than that amazing location clean beautiful rooms and staff was incredible
Location:
great hotel with spacious rooms in a very desirable location
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7. Hotel Zachary Chicago, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel (from USD 284)

Design students will enjoy staying at the Hotel Zachary Chicago, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. This hotel is named after the architect behind Wrigley Field, Zachary Taylor Davis, who was also a native of this city. You will love rooms with hardwood floors, luxurious oversized rainfall showers and designed toiletries. You can choose a suite which offers you great views of Wrigley Field as well.

If you love to begin your day keeping in touch with current events, you can use the free newspapers available here. Dry cleaning and laundry service are also offered, so you don’t have to worry about clean clothes.

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Hotel Zachary Chicago, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Address: 3630 N Clark St
6.17 km (3.9 mi) from 875 North Michigan Avenue

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
spacious room and bathroom beautiful hotel
Location:
the property location and aesthetic is really cool
beautiful hotel in a fabulous location
fun to be so close to wrigley field
amazing location as close to wrigley field as you can get
we stayed here and attended a concert at wrigley and the location is perfect
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8. Thompson Chicago (from USD 189)

If you value a good night’s rest when travelling, you will enjoy staying at Thompson Chicago. All 247 rooms and suites are beautifully decorated with modern furnishings and beautiful art, allowing you to feel at home. Beds are fitted with premium linens so you can fall asleep peacefully. For a super luxurious stay, you can even pick a Penthouse Suite. Here, a private outdoor terrace and a billiards table are all yours, so you can party well into the night.

Feel refreshed in the mornings with the rainfall showers. You can have your meals at the on-site restaurant, or you can request room service.

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Thompson Chicago, by Hyatt

Address: 21 East Bellevue
503 meters (0.4 ft) from 875 North Michigan Avenue

Parking Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Laundry

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the hotel was great except for spotty tv reception and a telephone that didn't work
so relaxing no issues whatsoever and the bed was super comfy
Host:
everyone was so kind and helpful
some staff was friendly some not so much
doorman were very nice however balance of staff were not so much
Location:
well appointed room and great location
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9. Ivy Boutique Hotel (from USD 154)

If you have dreamed of sitting on a rooftop terrace, admiring gorgeous city views while sipping on a cold drink, this is your chance to make it a reality. Stay at Ivy Boutique Hotel and you can savour this experience at the hotel’s Sky Terrace rooftop lounge. Be it a hearty breakfast, snacks during the day or drinks in the evenings, you can find anything you need at the lobby restaurant Divine Lounge.

Those who wish to work will be able to do so in great comfort. All rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi and a workspace. Your laptop will also be safe in the laptop safes in your room.

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Ivy Boutique Hotel

Address: 233 E Ontario
613 meters (0.4 ft) from 875 North Michigan Avenue

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Terrace Non-smoking rooms

Top guest reviews
Host:
all the staff were very pleasant
the people behind the desk were so helpful and nice
staff was lovely manager charmed my girlfriend and i instantly
Location:
friendly staff helpful very nice spacious rooms quiet located very close to shopping and bars-resaturants
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10. Hotel Lincoln, part of JdV by Hyatt (from USD 128)

The first thing that catches your eye when you enter Hotel Lincoln, part of JdV by Hyatt is the front desk made from drawer fronts. Such eclectic design accents are found throughout this 4-star hotel, even in the 184 guest rooms. The restaurant boasts many on-site eateries, including a sushi restaurant and the popular J. Parker Rooftop Bar.

You can rent bicycles here and explore the neighbourhood. There is a gift shop on site, so you can easily pick up souvenirs for friends and family back home.

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Hotel Lincoln

Address: 1816 N Clark Street
2.07 km (1.3 mi) from 875 North Michigan Avenue

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km)

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
hotel was nice compact clean convenient to my family
Location:
the location is the best the old town area has so much to offer
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Discover the magic of Chicago with your loved one

Don’t wait any longer to plan a trip to Chicago. Offering diverse activities, this city is a great place for a getaway with your significant other. If you are a member of the LGBTQ+ community, you can enjoy all that Chicago has to offer when you stay at one of the hotels listed above.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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Bama was born and raised in Chennai, a beautiful coastal city in south India. She moved to the US for her graduate education, and that's when the travel bug bit her. She lived in the US for almost...Read more

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