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the Lincoln Park Zoo and the Conservatory, and steps from the lake and buses that will
take you downtown in a matter of minutes.
Be sure to ask for a r oom with a par k view so that y ou can watch r unners pass and
couples stroll. (Some rooms feature wraparound views with south, w est, and east expo-
sures.) Even though it 's a condominium building, ther e's maid and v alet ser vice and a
rooftop sun deck. One downside: Because the Belden-Stratford is not a full-service hotel,
there's no room service or concierge.
2300 N. Lincoln Park W., Chicago, IL 60614. & 800/800-6261 or 773/281-2900. Fax 773/880-2039. www.
beldenstratford.com. 25 units. $209-$299 double. Kids 17 and under stay free in parent's room. Rollaways
$20/night; cribs free. AE, DC, DISC, MC, V. Valet parking $25 with in/out privileges. Subway/El: Red Line to
Fullerton. Amenities: Fitness center; spa; salon; c oin-op laundry. In room: A/C, TV; hair dr yer and ir on
upon request.
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Best Western Hawthorne Terrace Value A fantastic bargain for families who
don't mind staying a bit nor th of the beaten track, this hotel offers plenty of space for a
great price. Located in Lakevie w—within walking distance of Wrigley F ield, Lake
Michigan, and the Lincoln Park walking and bike paths—the hotel is set back from busy
Broadway Avenue, thanks to a charmingly landscaped terrace (a good spot to enjoy your
complimentary continental breakfast when the weather's nice). Inside, the relatively large
rooms—decorated in standard motel decor—won't win extra style points, but most ar e
bright and cheer y, with spotless bathr ooms (another plus: many r ooms have two win-
dows, a bonus if y ou crave natural light). Junior suites provide a room with two double
beds, and an adjoining living room with a pullout couch; families of four will fit comfot-
ably in one of these suites, which can also accommodate a crib. The spacious “Whirlpool
King” r ooms come with whirlpool bathtubs, D VD play ers, pay-per-vie w movies, and
great views out onto the str eet. The ground-level exercise room is especially welcoming,
with large windows to let light in and a glass-enclosed hot tub . Best of all? P arking is a
bargain at $20 a day—about half the going rate of most do wntown hotels.
3434 N. Broadway (at Hawthorne Place), Chicago, IL 60657. & 888/401-8781 or 773/244-3434. Fax 773/
244-3435. www.hawthorneterrace.com. 59 units. $149-$229 double and suites. Rates include continen-
tal breakfast. Kids 12 and under sta y free in parent's room. Rollaways free (sofa beds pr ovided in junior
suites); cribs fr ee. AE, DC, DISC, MC, V. Valet parking $20 with in/out privileges . Subway/El: Red Line t o
Belmont. Amenities: Exercise room w/hot tub and sauna; c oncierge; business ser vices; same-day dry
cleaning. In room: A/C, TV w/pay movies, free Wi-Fi, fridge, microwave, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron.
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Windy City Urban Inn Finds Children over the age of 10 are welcome at this
grand 1886 home, located on a tranquil side str eet just blocks away fr om busy Clar k
Street and Lincoln A venue—both chock-full of shops, r estaurants, and bars. The inn is
charming enough, but the tr ue selling point of the Windy City I nn is hosts Andy and
Mary Shaw. He's a w ell-known political r eporter, and she has 20 y ears of experience in
the Chicago bed-and-breakfast business. Together, they are excellent resources for anyone
who wants to get bey ond the usual tourist sites. S ubtle Chicago touches giv e guests a
distinctive experience: B lues and jazz play during the buffet br eakfast, and local food
favorites offered to guests include the famous cinnamon buns fr om Ann Sather's restau-
rant and beer from Goose Island Brewery.
The remodeled building has a mor e open feel than the typical Victorian home. The
five rooms in the main house and three apartments in a coach house are each named after
Chicago writers. Families should choose one of the two coach-house apartments that can
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