What's it like in Edgewater?

Edgewater is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its lakeside setting, restaurants and theatre scene. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Edgewater? Consider a visit to Lake Michigan while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Edgewater?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Heart O' Chicago is the highest ranked property in Edgewater. This hotel offers free parking and free WiFi.

How many hotels will I find in the Edgewater area?

Expedia has 58 hotels and other accommodation options in Edgewater to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Chicago area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Edgewater, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Edgewater.

What is there to do around this Chicago neighbourhood?

Dip your toes in the water at Kathy Osterman Beach, Rosemont Avenue Beach and Foster Avenue Beach while you're in Edgewater. Lake Michigan and Swedish American Museum Center are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Edgewater include Wrigley Field, Andersonville Galleria and Neo-Futurists. While you're out sightseeing in Chicago, make sure that you visit other sights such as Leather Archives & Museum or Joseph J. Gentile Center.

How can I get around Edgewater and the greater Chicago area?

If you want to see more of the city, Bryn Mawr Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Thorndale Station and Granville Station.

Top 10 Edgewater Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Edgewater hotels

Heart O' Chicago

Edgewater

Sarah

RM495 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Apr - 2 Apr

House 5863 - Chicago Bed and Breakfast

Edgewater

James

RM946 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Apr - 9 Apr

Freehand Chicago

River North, 10.9 km from Edgewater

MaryJane

RM431 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Apr - 14 Apr

Le Méridien Essex Chicago

The Loop, 13.2 km from Edgewater

Hillary

RM516 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Apr - 2 Apr

FOUND Hotel Chicago River North

River North, 10.7 km from Edgewater

Abel

RM400 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Aloft Chicago Mag Mile

Streeterville, 10.9 km from Edgewater

Taneshia

RM516 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown / Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 10.9 km from Edgewater

Jennifer

RM488 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

The Loop, 13.4 km from Edgewater

LaCarr

RM556 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Apr - 14 Apr

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 11 km from Edgewater

Ellen

RM516 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Warwick Allerton - Chicago

Streeterville, 10.7 km from Edgewater

Lisa

RM578 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago

Theatre District, 12.2 km from Edgewater

Chevon

RM464 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Apr - 20 Apr

Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago

The Loop, 11.4 km from Edgewater

Hannah

RM492 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Apr - 14 Apr

Congress Plaza Hotel

The Loop, 12.8 km from Edgewater

Melanie

RM540 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Millennium Hotel Knickerbocker Chicago

Streeterville, 10.2 km from Edgewater

Riley

RM532 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Apr - 20 Apr

Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 10.7 km from Edgewater

Karen

RM537 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 11.2 km from Edgewater

Shannon

RM679 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Apr - 7 Apr

Best Western Grant Park Hotel

The Loop, 13.4 km from Edgewater

Kelly

RM488 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Streeterville, 11.6 km from Edgewater

Kimberly

RM938 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Apr - 7 Apr

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Streeterville, 10.9 km from Edgewater

Marina

RM724 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Rooftop bar, al fresco dining, open daily

The Godfrey Hotel Chicago

River North, 10.5 km from Edgewater

Akanksha

RM606 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Apr - 29 Apr

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Where to stay in Edgewater

Find the best Edgewater areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Chicago

The heart of the Midwest’s glittering metropolis has many offerings, from shopping and dining to parks, museums and exciting contemporary public art.

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Magnificent Mile

A dazzling array of boutiques, luxury shops, famous department stores and pleasant cafés, where shopaholics can lose themselves for hours.

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The Loop

Bordered roughly by the surrounding elevated train circuit, this Chicago neighborhood has restaurants, galleries, parks and a giant silver bean.

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O'Hare

Travellers choose O'Hare for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cumberland Station or Remote Parking Station and check out top sights like Fashion Outlets of Chicago.

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River North

Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.

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