Victorian Rose Garden Bed & Breakfast
Located in the northwest suburb of Algonquin, the Victorian Rose Garden Bed & Breakfast is a true, authentic Victorian home built in the 1800s. Today it is one of the Chicago area's best known bed and breakfasts. About 45 minutes from the city, Victorian Rose features four elegant to-period rooms, complimentary breakfast and free cable television.
314 Washington St.
Algonquin, Illinois 60102
(847) 854-9667
sleepandeat.com
Willows Hotel
The Willows, owned by City Inns, boasts a Victorian design nestled in Chicago's Lincoln Park. It features 55 rooms, each equipped high-tech amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet, 24-hour tea and coffee service, and rustic yet warm decor. Willows is just two blocks from the shores of Lake Michigan.
555 W. Surf St.
Chicago, Illinois 60657
(800) 787-3108
cityinns.com/willows
The Whitehall Hotel
The Whitehall was built in the 1920s as an apartment building. Today, its restored Victorian design makes it one of Chicagoland's most popular European boutique-style hotels. Is flair is marked by 222 standard guest rooms and eight suites, each decorated in classic European style. The Whitehall Place Lounge and elegant dining Tea Room and Delaware Suites boast some of the best menus in the city.
105 E. Delaware Pl.
Chicago, Illinois 60611
(866) 753-4081
thewhitehallhotel.com
City Scene Bed & Breakfast
The City Scene Bed & Breakfast was originally a Victorian four-flat. Built in 1871, it is located in the Sheffield Historic District in Lincoln Park. With one- and two-bedroom suites, steam showers, a warm sitting room and Victorian kitchen, City Scene is a sought-after hotel. It is located immediately north of the Chicago Loop, offering access to everything the city has to offer.
2101 N. Clifton Ave.
Chicago, Illinois 60614
(773) 549-1743
cityscenebb.com
Under the Ginkgo Tree Bed & Breakfast
Under the Ginkgo Tree Bed & Breakfast, in the suburb of Oak Park, is nestled in one of Chicago's most storied neighborhoods. The former home was built in 1890 and is minutes from several noted attractions such as the Frank Lloyd Wright Studio and Ernest Hemingway Museum and Birth-House. Under the Ginkgo features five rooms with Victorian woodwork throughout and a menagerie of stained-glass windows.
300 N. Kenilworth Ave.
Oak Park, Illinois 60302
(708) 524-2327
undertheginkgotreebb.com
Harvey House Bed & Breakfast
Also in Oak Park, Harvey House Bed & Breakfast is known for its grand, brick Victorian construction, hot tub rooms and elegant furnishings. With five-suites, Harvey House helps make Oak Park a true, historic community.
107 S Scoville Ave.
Oak Park, Illinois 60302
(708) 848-6810
harveyhousebb.com
The Old Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast
The Old Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast is in suburban Wauconda, about 40 miles from the city of Chicago. A former Victorian-style farmhouse, the sprawling house features four guest rooms, all decorated in the elegant colors of the Victorian period. Amenities include complimentary use of television sets and DVD players, free Internet and comfortable writing desks. Old Farmhouse also boasts a special tea room.
26668 N. Main Street
Wauconda, Illinois 60084
(847) 526-9271
oldvictorianfarmhouse.com
Hotel Burnham
The nothing short of grand Victorian architecture of Hotel Burnham is difficult to miss when traveling through downtown Chicago. One of the most visible hotels in the city, Hotel Burnham was built in 1895. In 1999, Krimpton Hotels, together with the City of Chicago, restored the building to its original landmark state. Today, Hotel Burnham features 122 rooms and suites, a fitness center, elegant and grand dining areas and a full spa. Rooms include Victorian amenities such as gentleman's chests, plush print bathrobes and lounge chairs.
1 West Washington
Chicago, Illinois 60602
(877) 294-9712
burnhamhotel.com
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