| this informal hotel close to eateries in a commercial area off i-55 is 4 miles from the illinois aviation museum and 29 miles from donald e. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. stephens convention center. upgraded quarters add in-room whirlpool tubs. room service is available. the unpretentious rooms come with free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, plus microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. amenities include a contemporary restaurant and a bar, as well as an exercise room an indoor pool and a coin-operated laundry O'Hare International Airport 37 min
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