What are the Gay Friendly Hotels in Chicago?

For travelers who want to be in the heart of the action, several hotels sit within walking distance of Northalsted's bars and restaurants.

Near Boystown

• Best Western Plus Hawthorne Terrace (3434 N Broadway) is the most popular choice for Boystown visitors — located directly in the neighborhood within a 10-minute walk of Wrigley Field and the Red Line train to downtown. It features a glass-enclosed hot tub, contemporary rooms, and free Wi-Fi.
• The Majestic Hotel (528 W Brompton Ave) is an English-style boutique hotel with a fire-lit lobby and 52 charming rooms, just steps from Boystown and Lincoln Park.
• The Willows Hotel (555 W Surf St), its sister property, is similarly close with complimentary breakfast and an intimate feel.
• City Suites Hotel (933 W Belmont Ave) is another Boystown-adjacent option in Art Deco style.

Downtown

• Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection (228 E Ontario St) is a stylish boutique hotel on the Magnificent Mile with a science-meets-art theme. Easy access to Boystown via the Red Line.

Coming Soon

• The Tryst Chicago is a planned 21-room luxury boutique hotel at 3350 N Halsted Street in Northalsted. Developed by Tryst Hospitality (which operates LGBTQ+ properties in Puerto Vallarta, Fire Island, and Provincetown), it will feature a restaurant, nightclub, and enclosed rooftop pool.

Browse all gay friendly hotels and stays in Chicago on our Chicago venues page.