Top Boutique Hotels in Lake Michigan (2026)

The Publishing House Bed and Breakfast in Chicago provides accommodations with a bar and a shared lounge. The air-conditioned accommodations are a 19-minute walk from United Center. Free Wifi, an elevator, and luggage storage space are featured. There's a private bathroom with walk-in shower in some units, along with bathrobes, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, all units include a seating area. Guests can eat at the on-site traditional restaurant, which is open for dinner and cocktails. Union Station is 1.2 miles from the bed and breakfast, while Willis Tower is 1.5 miles away. The nearest airport is Midway International Airport, 9.3 miles from The Publishing House Bed and Breakfast.

Located in Milwaukee, 1.1 miles from Marquette University, Kinn Guesthouse Downtown features a bar and views of the city. Featuring a shared lounge, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel features family rooms. At the hotel, all rooms come with a desk. All guest rooms in Kinn Guesthouse Downtown are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Riverside Theater, Pabst Theater and Skylight Music Theatre. The nearest airport is Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, 6.2 miles from Kinn Guesthouse Downtown.

- "It is decorated beautifully in a midcentury modern art deco style. Nespresso was available in the common kitchen area which was a very pleasant surprise! It was very clean, quiet, and conveniently located. It is less than a 5 minute walk to the Public Market Market. There is open parking available right across the street." - "Really nice concept. Having the living room, dining room, and kitchen area on second floor was really nice for extra space. The nespresso and light snacks were very nice too. The tall ceilings and modern decorations in the room were very nice. Huge bathroom. They also held our bags for us after check out before our train to Chicago. Staff was helpful and pleasant."

Featuring suites with gourmet kitchens and an on-site fitness center, The Guest house Hotel is located in Chicago. Montrose Beach, on Lake Michigan, is 1.7 mi away. Free WiFi access is available. Each suite features a flat-screen TV, high ceilings, and a private balcony at the Chicago Guest house Hotel. A washer and tumble dryer is also included. There is barbecue facilities on each balcony. At The Guest house Hotel you will find boutique shopping that features local artists and designers, a 24-hour front desk, and a mini-market. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities and a shared lounge. The hotel is 1.8 miles from Wrigley Field, 2.4 miles from DePaul University - Lincoln Park Campus and a 10-minute drive away from Lincoln Park Zoo. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 12 mi away.

- "Lovely accommodations. I was upgraded which was delightful. I'm fairly picky but have no complaints or criticisms. Clean, fresh bedding, amazing kitchen. I'll be back!" - "It was absolutely gorgeous, homey, and clean!! I swear it is nicer than my home! We had the 3-room suite. Amazing with a fireplace, balcony, full kitchen. Lobby was so nice with hot chocolate and cookies. Santa was there decorating cookies with the young children. There was a cafe next door with great food too!"

Located along the Magnificent Mile, this Chicago hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Museum of Contemporary Art. The hotel provides a full-service Asian-inspired spa, award-winning restaurants, and spacious luxury guest rooms with city views. A 42-inch flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi are featured in every room at the Chicago Peninsula. Each room includes a temperature and lighting control console and soaking tub in the private bathroom. The Peninsula Chicago features a half-Olympic indoor swimming pool enclosed by floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the cityscape. The modern gym provides fitness classes, including yoga. The hotel also has an outdoor terrace with city views. The hotel has a renowned afternoon tea serving champagne and chocolate. The hotel's award-winning restaurants include The Lobby, which serves contemporary American cuisine surrounded by elegant decor. There is also an on-site bar. The historic Water Tower Place is across the street from the hotel. Navy Pier is just a 15-minute walk away.

- "The staff at this hotel were so friendly and helpful. They made our stay so enjoyable and comfortable." - "Amazing Hotel to stay in , Perfect room well maintained . Excellent Staff" - "Everything from staff to facilities to location" - "breakfast at pierre g was great. great service, value and great food. our lunch in peninsula lobby was excellent. our sunday breakfast service was just ok. slow" - "Fabulous location within walking distance to central downtown and plenty of the key sites. Beautiful, comfortable room; very spacious. Welcoming and helpful staff. Excellent restaurants too."

Located in Milwaukee, 3.6 miles from Marquette University, Kinn Guesthouse Bay View has accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can have a drink at the bar. At the hotel, the rooms have a desk. Some rooms also feature a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. All rooms at Kinn Guesthouse Bay View come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Miller Park is 6.8 miles from the accommodation, while University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is 6.9 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, 2.5 miles from Kinn Guesthouse Bay View.

- "Breakfast was nothing special. The coffee was really good." - "The room was lovely, and the kitchen common area was well stocked and a great space" - "The location was perfect and very central to other areas of the city I needed to get to. I loved that it was very close to several restaurants, bars and even some boutique shopping opportunities. There were so many good options, all within walking distance! The attached restaurant is also a great option for anyone that's looking to stay close to the hotel. And the community kitchen and lounge spaces were very impressive, although we did not end up using them."

This historically-registered 1892 Mansion is located in Milwaukee, just 1.3 mi away from Marquette University. Schuster Mansion Bed & Breakfast offers air-conditioned rooms and free private parking. Rooms include a flat-screen TV. Some units have a seating area where you can relax. Every room includes a TV with satellite channels and a private or shared bathroom with free toiletries A 24-hour front desk welcomes guests to Schuster Mansion Bed & Breakfast, which offers a gift shop. High tea is offered on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Reservations are required. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is 4.3 mi from Schuster Mansion Bed & Breakfast, while Rave Ballroom is 0.6 mi away. The nearest airport is General Mitchell Airport, 6.8 mi from the property.

Located right outside of Wrigley Field, home to the Chicago Cubs, this boutique hotel is located in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood and features on-site dining and contemporary guest rooms with free WiFi. Every contemporary-styled room offers natural lighting through floor-to-ceiling windows, along with a 55-inch flat-screen LCD TV and private bathrooms with a bathrobe and deluxe bath amenities. Select room also offer hardwood floors and panoramic views of the ballpark and city skyline. Guests can start the day with hot breakfast in the lobby and end with an artfully crafted cocktail at the hotel’s lobby bar, which offers classic American favorites for lunch and dinner. Expansive meeting and event facilities are available on-site and offer modern audio and visual equipment. The Addison Red Line train station is 1 block away, providing easy access to Chicago’s top attractions, including Millennium Park, Navy Pier and the Art Institute of Chicago. O’Hare International Airport is a 35-minute drive away from the hotel.

- "Perfect location across the street from Wrigley Field" - "The night reception desk has the nicest gentleman working there. He was so helpful and kind after a really stressful day. Just the care he treated us with would be enough to bring me back, but the hotel is amazing." - "Location is unbeatable if you are attending a Cubs game." - "Directly across the street from Wrigley Field. Exciting atmosphere during Cubbies game day. Many restaurants and pubs in walking distance from hotel. Very close to the downtown Chicago area by either Uber, lyft, or Taxi."

Offering a full-service spa, salon and Victorian art collection, this 4-star hotel is located in downtown Milwaukee. The property is a 10-minute walk from the Milwaukee Art Museum and provides WiFi to guests. The guest rooms at The Pfister Hotel feature a flat-screen TV and MP3 docking station. The private bathroom has spa bath amenities, a hairdryer and telephone. Some rooms include views of downtown Milwaukee or Lake Michigan. Guests can enjoy the Pfister's indoor pool or the well-equipped gym with cardio equipment. Hotel shops and a business center are also available. Blu, the martini bar located on the hotel's 23rd floor, boast excellent views of the city. The Mason Street Grill serves American cuisine including wood grilled steaks, sandwiches and homemade desserts. Room service is available from 6 am – 12 am daily.

- "Old world charm. Great food" - "Had breakfast in the cafe, it was delicious and the server was tremendous!" - "Everything!" - "gorgeous hotel - great location — nice and quiet" - "Always a good stay at Pfister Hotel beautiful redecorating in the main lobby." - "An impressive well maintained historic property in an excellent location." - "Everything! The detail at every turn left me mesmerized! I can’t even begin to explain how gorgeous this place was."

Just 2 blocks away from the famed shopping, dining and entertainment on Michigan Avenue’s Magnificent Mile, this luxury hotel towers above the city in a skyscraper designed by renowned architect Mies van der Rohe, offering upscale amenities and stylish comfort in the heart of downtown Chicago. Warm tones and dark woods accent every room at The Langham Chicago, which feature a private bathroom with marble Alaskan white granite, a deep soaking bath tub, rainfall showerhead and upscale bath amenities. Views of the city skyline, Chicago River or Lake Michigan can be enjoyed from floor-to-ceiling windows. The award-winning wellness retreat, Chuan Spa, features healing holistic treatments to relax, renew and pamper, including a range of treatments inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine, body rejuvenation and massage therapy. A state-of-the-art fitness studio is also available at the hotel. Travelle offers contemporary seasonal American cuisine for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Traditional afternoon tea can be enjoyed at the hotel lounge, Pavilion. Afternoon Tea with Wedgwood includes signature Langham teas, along with an array of sweet and savory bites. In-room dining services are also available for guest convenience.

- "Everything was a great experience" - "Clean modern and central." - "Always helpful and available" - "Great staff" - "I wanted to extend my sincere appreciation for the exceptional hospitality and service I experienced during my recent stay at your hotel. As a frequent traveler, I can confidently say that this was one of the best hotels I have ever visited, offering a level of luxury and service that truly stands out. I highly recommend it, especially for Middle Eastern guests. Not only does the hotel boast the best view of the city, but the attention to detail and care provided by your staff members truly made my stay memorable. I would like to give a special shout-out to Chef Concierge Philippe Gills and Alex Yu for their spectacular service, which added an extra touch of warmth and professionalism to my visit. Additionally, I would like to commend Armando and Marilyn at the reception desk for their efficient and friendly assistance. Thank you once again for a truly outstanding experience. I look forward to visiting your hotel again in the future."

Just 6 blocks away from former President Obama’s Hyde Park home, Sophy – Hyde Park brings art, science, literature and music together to provide a sophisticated, eclectic atmosphere amid the culture of the neighborhood. Every room at Hyde Park Sophy hotel features hardwood flooring, plush lounge seating and a marble-tiled bathroom with a large walk-in shower and luxury bath products. Select rooms also include a separate living room and dining area, complete with a fully-stocked mini-bar and snack drawer. Adorned with rich wood and leather bound detailing, the on-site restaurant offers an array of culinary classics, as well as a library with a collection of contemporary literature. The hotel lobby features a double-sided fireplace and lounge-style seating. Community-inspired artwork can be admired around every corner as guests navigate through this creative, artistic boutique hotel. The University of Chicago and the Museum of Science and Industry are both less than a mile away from the hotel. Millennium Park is a 14-minute drive away.