Located within the exclusive Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago, Ill., the Willows Hotel is nestled two blocks away from Lake Michigan and less than one mile from Lincoln Park, the theaters of Halsted Avenue and the Chicago Cubs' Wrigley Field. The Red Line "Baseball" train stops three blocks away and takes fans to U.S. Cellular or Wrigley field.

Built in 1923, the boutique hotel has a French Countryside influence, with a fireplace and overstuffed couches in the lobby. Continental breakfasts are served in the mornings and a social hour with cookies commences mid afternoon. Complimentary 24-hour coffee and tea stations are also available.

Hotel amenities include business and concierge services. Babysitting services are also provided. To further its historical bearings, the Willows Hotel is rumored to rest atop underground tunnels once used by former guest Al Capone.

The 55 guestrooms include antique armoires and desks, terry cloth robes and pillow top mattresses. Wireless Internet access and cable televisions are available.