Our purpose on our recent trip to Chicago was to be near the U of Chicago but I almost didn't book this hotel based on old photos and reviews. It was an easy drive or walk from this hotel to just about anywhere you need ot go in Hyde Park. The room was clean, staff was very friendly and helpful, bathroom was clean, towels provided as needed, hote water for shower was hot and plentiful. The walls are a bit thin and you can hear the shower above you when you are in the bathroom. You can hear traffic on Lakeshore Drive but it wasn't loud enough to keep us awake. We had a beautiful lake view and took a nice walk along the lakeshore which was an easy walk to get to the lake access bridge from the Ramada. We ate breakfast and had a nightcap at the Lakeshore Cafe dining room and bar where the food was good and the people were friendly. We did not use the pool but it looked refurbished and refreshing. We were driven downtown by very accommodating Ramada Inn shuttle service. All in all, a very good value.

It's within Walking distance to the Museum of Science and Technology, and a short cab ride to the Magnificent Mile. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The BEST part of this hotel is the Breakfast Buffet right next door. $10 a person, all you can eat and that includes Juice and Coffee. It was excellent, and we used it both mornings we were there. The facility itself could use a little renovation on the outside.... the rooms were larger than I expected.. but were pretty standard Hotel fare as far as design. Free Wi-FI in the Cafe only, I couldn't connect in my room. I'll stay here again if I visit Chicago. It's overall a good value.

I cannot say enough about the staff at this hotel. We were traveling with children and they gave us a early check in AND our car stayed there the day we checked out (St. Patrick's Day of all days). Staff answered every question with a smile and were very friendly and helpful. Parking was FREE, and this was huge for us. The shuttle was fabulous. It always left on time and we had front door service to all museums, etc. We were dropped 30 feet from the Chicago River ON ST. PATRICK'S DAY to watch them dye the river. What service!! The two drivers we had were so friendly and pleasant. The only time we had a problem with the shuttle was when a staff (I think actually the owner or manager) gave the wrong pick up point to our driver. Every other day, all we had to do was call and they picked us up. Room was super clean and neighborhood was really cool. I was with my husband and two young children and we thought it was great. I would have liked it better if the rooms in the main hotel had heat/

Great people! Very friendly and helpful staff. Floor to ceiling windows looking out on lake in dining room, lobby.

I visited Chicago with my 5 and 7 year old and stayed at Ramada, Lake shore. The location is great with free parking was a bonus. The staff is very professional and knowledgeable. The manager took a few minutes to find out was everything okey with our stay. In fact, She recommended a few places where my kid had a amazing time

Great people. My most important factor is comfortable beds, and they are comfortable. The lake is right next door, which is gorgeous and wonderful for walking. A small market is within 2 blocks. Taxis to downtown are about $15. All in all, if I had another extended stay, I would return.

The staff were helpful and kind; the pool was beautiful (the kids swam in it); the room was a king suite and we had a sofa bed and rollaway for the boys. Housekeeping made up both beds for the boys. The restaurant was reasonable and the view of Lake Michigan fantastic. Don't be afraid of giving it a chance. It isn't a new hotel but we enjoyed our stay. The free parking and shuttle service is a big plus. Thanks Ramada.

A special thank you to John (driver) for his kindness and his accomodation. Lydia and Jessica (desk) were very professional & kind. Housekeeping for prompt service. And all the staff here at the Ramada.

I personally feel that Ramada Inn is one of the hotels with reasonable room traiffs offering standard quality of food, rooms, services. Especially, we enjoyed the quality and quantity of complimentary breakfast that is been offered. Room service was good

I am so sorry to hear about your son Jonathon and the feelings you have at this monemt. I can only grieve when you grieve, as losing a son is so traumatic. I pray that God will see you through this as time goes by and just know that He is indeed with you all. May God Bless each of you and be your source of strength to get through every day.Again I am so sorry to hear of your son Jonathon and just know that I am praying for you during this difficult time.In Christ's Name-Robyn Dimpfl

That addsreses several of my concerns actually.

Tom, It was great having you as our vidhegrapeor, you were so easy to work with & fun too! We (especially Jared, and after him not wanting video in the first place!!) were so looking forward to our highlights, and actually got them on our 2nd to last day in Jamaica! The video is wonderful and really captured some of the great moments we had, my mom and I are still trying to figure out how you managed to get the video of Tara tackling Steve all the way in the hallway!?! Thank you so much, we can't wait to see our final video. ~Kristen & Jared

I read your post and wished I was good eonguh to write it

This hotel is conveniently located on Lake Shore Blvd. Great place to view Lake Michigan and the downtown City lights. The hotel is not in tiptop shape but everything worked, was clean and very quiet. I stayed in the main hotel. The free parking was appealing if you have searched for hotels in downtown Chicago that don't charge for parking.

We needed to be close to the University of Chicago and Hyde Park and the Ramada Inn Lake Shore offered excellent accommodations at a reasonable rate. The staff is an added plus and they made every effort to take care of our needs. My wife and I would stay here again even if we didn't need to be close to the south side. Lake Shore Drive makes all of Chicago accessible, from Hyde Park to Evanston. It's an older property but with folks like Angie and Earl taking care of us it was just like being with family.

I was visiting for a conference at the Hyde Park campus, and this hotel was incredibly convenient. I was able to leave my car in the parking garage during the day, and a line of taxis was waiting to take me to the campus. The free WiFi was a bonus.

I'm not sure what people expect, but this hotel is in a great location and I can't say enough about the hotel staff. They were very friendly and accommodating. Yes, the rooms are a little outdated, but ours was clean. This is about the only place in Chicago to get free parking and it's very close to the front lobby and in a gated area. The pool could use some work, but we weren't there to sit by the pool much. The free shuttle gets you to popular locations downtown, which is a plus. I've stayed here before and certainly would again.

This is the closest hotel to University of Chicago--and the price was right--so despite the iffy reviews here, we took the chance and stayed. My son and I thought the room was fine! The beds were comfortable, the room was clean, the air conditioning worked (and muffled road noise), the water pressure was good and the bathtub drained, and the wi-fi worked. Really that is all I'm looking for in a one-night hotel stay. Oh and the front desk people were friendly and efficient.

Thank you so much to Darius for making our stay a happy one.

Angie at the front desk was wonderful! She went out of her way to be helpful. Both friendly and efficient. Always with a smile on her face. She is an asset to your company.