| other amenities include a casual bar and a gym, plus a 24/7 business center and 2 meeting rooms. the warmly furnished rooms have free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, as well as minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. kids age 17 and under stay at no charge with an adult. suites add sitting areas, and upgraded suites have whirlpool tubs. hot breakfast, parking and a local shuttle are complimentary; an airport shuttle is available for a fee. this laid-back hotel is 14 miles from o'hare international airport, 25 miles from chicago cubs baseball games at wrigley field, and 3 miles from upscale shopping and dining at woofield mall. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am O'Hare International Airport 20 min
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