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Rodeway Inn Chicago-Evanston

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See why so many travellers make Rodeway Inn their motel of choice when visiting Chicago. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a budget friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travellers like you.

Rooms at Rodeway Inn provide a refrigerator and air conditioning, and guests can stay connected with free wifi.

In addition, while staying at Rodeway Inn guests have access to a concierge. Need a place to park? Free parking is available at Rodeway Inn.

While staying at Rodeway Inn, visitors can check out Bohemian National Cemetery (1.4 mi) and Rosehill Cemetery (1.9 mi), some of Chicago's top attractions.

During your visit, be sure to check out one of Chicago's popular poutine restaurants such as Bad Apple and Fork, all a short distance from Rodeway Inn.

If you are interested in exploring Chicago, check out one of the architectural buildings, such as Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower, 360 Chicago Observation Deck, and Union Station.

We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Rodeway Inn as you experience all of the things Chicago has to offer.

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jhelcher wrote a review Sept 2023
Michigan5 contributions1 helpful vote
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DO NOT STAY HERE. Worst hotel experience ever. We got a room here to stay in after a concert we came to town for. Checked in a bit early but the room wasn't ready so we went and grabbed a bite to eat. We then came back to the room for a bit dropped our stuff off and headed out to go to the concert. Came back around midnight to settle in for the night. My wife went in to use the bathroom and when she sat down... the toilet cracked and pinched her leg. She yelled out to me because water was running everywhere. I immediately turned the water supply off to the toilet. I then got dressed and went to the front desk to tell them what happened. On the way out I found that water had run down into the hall downstairs. Even though i turned the water off as soon as i could. I was told by the man at the desk that there were no other rooms and that there was nothing he could do for me. "The toilet was fine at 3... this is your fault" he said. I couldn't believe he was trying to say we were responsible for the faulty toilet. I explained that we couldn't stay in a room with no toilet."I can't do anything for you" he stated. I then asked for a refund since the room was unfit and they had no toilet for us to use. I was refused a refund and was told I "would here from them Monday " He wouldn't even come look at what happened. I had no choice but to check out and begin my 5 hour drive towards home. I found another hotel outside of Chicago on the way home.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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George S wrote a review Jun 2022
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This motel has been here for many decades and from the outside you'd be put off. When debating driving the 200 miles back home at night, or spending $250+ for a local hotel, I decided to give this place a try for $70. I only hoped it was clean & safe enough to actually sleep in. I was honesty surprised by how modern & clean was the room. Yes, the room was tiny, the towels were scratchy, sheets were not thread count, pillows not feathered, and I would not take a black light to a motel that has only one-bed rooms, but for the price and comfort I would stay here again. I've given the place 4 stars based on the type of motel. Sadly I've paid a lot more to stay in places a lot less nice. Note: Try and get a second floor room, to avoid the noise from entry doors and windows at sidewalk level.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Sharon M wrote a review Nov 2022
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Having stayed there for 4 days, on arrival we were asked to pay a deposit of $100, which would be refunded within 5 working days, provided there was no damage to the room. When we went into the room, there were 4 instances of damage, which were photographed and shown to the staff at reception. We left no damage. We checked out on 11th October, and are still waiting for the refund of the deposit. There was no wifi during our stay.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Radek D wrote a review Jun 2022
2 contributions1 helpful vote
Spacious and nice room. Noise every night, weird and rude staff. I had pre-paid the stay, but they charged me additionally. Every afternoon I ´ve had to go to front-desk to re-activate my door card for next day.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Room Tip: Avoid ground floor room
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Michael S wrote a review Oct 2019
6 contributions10 helpful votes
No amenities tells why it was a two star. Room had no closet or place to hang clothing. The shower had no place to put soap or shampoo other than on the floor. Breakfast was available across the street at Panera's. The carpeted stairway to the second floor was very steep and narrow and never vacuumed. The through the wall HVAC unit was loud even on low. The bedding had fist size lumps near the bottom. I joked that it was okay as none were moving. And the walls were thin and the bed was right against the wall. It felt and sounded like the amorous couple in the next room was sharing a bed with us. It wasn't all bad though and was a perfect example of getting what you paid for, maybe even ai bit more.The king size bed was very comfortable. The room was looked and smelled clean, .. Now saying no amenities was a bit unfair. The room has adequate, free Wi-Fi and a large flat screen TV. It had a coffee maker and coffee enough for one person. My wife has threatened violence if I ever book a room there again. In a pinch, I'd stay there and if price was important, it offered real value for the price.
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Date of stay: October 2019
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David C wrote a review Aug 2019
St. Paul, Mn, United States16 contributions5 helpful votes
Do you want to stay in a place that photocopies your driver's license at check-in? Do you want to stay in a place where there is no hair dryer in the room? Or a place where it is acknowledged that the Choice Hotels website can automatically save two rooms instead of just the one you reserved, but that you are made to feel that that somehow is your fault? Or when you ask for the name of the manager, the sad clerk blankly responds, "What happened?" In other words, expect robotic one-size-poorly-fits-all service but a passable room. Fewer complaints about the actual room, other than no shelving whatsoever in the bathroom and a bathroom light that is on a 10-second timer. If the clerks don't drive you crazy, that light will.
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Date of stay: August 2019
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Room Tip: No elevator so only steps to second floor.
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V4Vance wrote a review Aug 2019
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania56 contributions13 helpful votes
I didn't expect too much for this 2-night stay, and it didn't exactly exceed my expectations but there were no particular downsides, troubles or outrageous aspects to this place and the room I had on the 2nd floor. Only really weird thing is the shower has completely sleek flat walls, very modern-looking design, except it lacks anywhere to put soap or shampoo while you're showering. What's up with that? Anyway, not bad, for the price offered on Lollapalooza weekend (no, I was not in town for that event).
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Date of stay: August 2019
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Trip type: Travelled on business
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summit2016 wrote a review Jun 2019
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The room was minuscule. No closet, no hangars. I had to drape my clothes over two wooden chairs. Small bathroom with no space to place anything.....just a pedestal sink.Towels were small and paper thin. No hairdryer. I found a long, dark hair on the toilet seat upon arrival. UGH! Housekeeping came between 5-6 each day, just as I was changing to go out to dinner. I was gone all day each day so they had hours to clean my room. On Friday they came as I was getting into the shower and said they couldn't come back. No cleaning for that day! Very dark and depressing. I left for the airport 3 1/2 hours early just to escape this place.
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Date of stay: June 2019
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Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Stay somewhere else!!
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Carmie2451 wrote a review Nov 2018
Burlington, Canada111 contributions22 helpful votes
This place is clean but the rooms are small with not much space to put your luggage down. The beds were comfortable and the rooms are decent for the price. The location it just north of the la GE city park and also close to restaurants and Starbucks which helps because there is no breakfast provided with your room. Parking is limited and very close to the rooms. The layout of the motel is weird as it is more like a duplex with other guests overhead and across the hall. Fortunately no noisy neighbours. Worth it for a very short stay but not for longer.
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Date of stay: October 2018
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Room Tip: Get one close to the end of the units and on the bottom floor.
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K's Husband wrote a review Oct 2018
Rogers, Arkansas4 contributions2 helpful votes
Hallway smelled bad, room was almost as bad. Bought a candle and some air freshener to help with the smell. Had to fix the toilet myself to get it to flush. Air Conditioner did not cool very well and made the room very humid. Lighting in the rooms was not very good, very dark. Bathroom was well lit though. Staff seem nice, but never smiled the entire time we were there. My guess is they aren't happy to work there, because they must get a lot of complaints. Both of my kids woke up with bug bites, so I suspect there is some infestation in the place. We would have just went to another hotel, but we had already paid in advance for the room and could not get our money back. (Plus it is likely that all the other hotels were booked due to the Navy Graduation, the reason we were there ourselves). Bottom line, if I had payed attention to reviews, I could have booked a much better place for the same price.
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Date of stay: September 2018
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Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Best rooms would be another hotel. :)
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RM 424 - RM 462 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
rio hotel chicago
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United StatesIllinoisChicagoFar North Side / Pulaski Park / North Park
NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rodeway Inn Chicago-Evanston
Which popular attractions are close to Rodeway Inn Chicago-Evanston?
Nearby attractions include World War II Submariners (0.6 km), Novelty Golf & Games (1.0 km), and Kol Tuv Kosher Foods Inc (0.8 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Rodeway Inn Chicago-Evanston?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and kids activities.
Is parking available at Rodeway Inn Chicago-Evanston?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Rodeway Inn Chicago-Evanston?
Conveniently located restaurants include Bryn Mawr Breakfast Club, Wolfy's, and Front Porch Grill.
Are there any historical sites close to Rodeway Inn Chicago-Evanston?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Lincoln Square (3.3 km), Bohemian National Cemetery (2.2 km), and Carrie Eliza Getty Tomb (5.8 km).
Is Rodeway Inn Chicago-Evanston accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.