Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 37 min drive
Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 59 min drive
Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 94 min drive
Chicago Kedzie Station - 4 min drive
Chicago Western Avenue Station (BNSF) - 6 min drive
Chicago Clybourn Station - 23 min walk
Division Station - 5 min walk
Damen Station - 12 min walk
Chicago Station (Blue Line) - 20 min walk
Restaurants
Wendy's - 4 min walk
Starbucks - 2 min walk
Parlor Pizza Bar - Wicker Park - 2 min walk
Sushi + Rotary Sushi Bar Bucktown - 7 min walk
Sushi Taku - 4 min walk
About this property
Ruby Room
When you stay at Ruby Room, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Michigan Avenue and United Center. This boutique hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from State Street and Chicago Riverwalk. Fellow travelers love the location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Division Station is 5 minutes and Damen Station is 12 minutes.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
8 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Offsite parking nearby (USD 30 per night; reservations required)
Street parking available
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Services
Concierge services
Wedding services
Facilities
Built in 1896
Garden
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs USD 30 per night (492 ft away)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Ruby Room
Ruby Room Chicago
Ruby Room Inn
Ruby Room Inn Chicago
Ruby Room Hotel Chicago
Ruby Room Hotel
Ruby Room Hotel Chicago
Ruby Room Hotel
Ruby Room Chicago
Ruby Room Hotel Chicago
Frequently asked questions
Does Ruby Room offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ruby Room does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Ruby Room?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Ruby Room?
No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ruby Room?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 30 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 30 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Ruby Room?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (4-min drive) and Rivers Casino (17-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Ruby Room and nearby?
Ruby Room has a garden.
What's the area around Ruby Room like?
Ruby Room is in West Town, a short 5-minute walk from Division Station and 16 minutes' walk from The Salt Shed. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2025
Bradford
Bradford, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2024
Edwin
Edwin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2024
Edwin
Edwin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 10, 2024
Great room
The room was beautiful, clean and a good size!! I was on the 4th floor and the stairs were a little steep and narrow.
Tonda
Tonda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 14, 2024
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 8, 2024
Loved the room and eventually found the entrance, only complaint would be the water temperature was very inconsistent when it came to the shower. Scorching hot to freezing cold in the span of a minute. Might’ve just came at a bad time. Also there was no to-go cups left when we went to the kitchen to get coffee. Other than that very cute, clean, and safe place to stay. Wasn’t too hard to find parking in the side streets and the safety of my car didn’t feel threatened. Easy walk to nice restaurants and the metro.
Addison
Addison, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 6, 2024
Theresa
Theresa, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Oct 6, 2024
I feel I’d be doing other travelers a disservice by not mentioning the Ruby Room was nothing like the photos. After climbing four very steep floors of stairs with all of our luggage we were met with a room that was lack luster to say the least. The ceiling had exposed wires where the smoke detectors were meant to be, the lock box on the door was broken exposing all of the batteries, the carpets were stained and the wall paint was chipped…. The shower didn’t drain. The desk was dirty and had someone’s smeared makeup on it.. the water pitcher had water in it? Who knows if it was fresh and supposed to be for us or just left over? A gross mystery. The window sills were as if they hadn’t been dusted in months and the room was maybe 50 degrees tops when we got there. I mentioned right away to the manager? that the room was dirty and did not meet our expectations to which they made 0 effort to make things better. Also the only way to contact anyone is via text so if you have any real issues (which we did) beware because you cannot reach anyone to help you. After we left our room and ventured out for lunch and shopping. When we returned to the ruby room we were able to get into the building but our code did not work on the floor we were on. We were stuck in the hallway for 15 minutes calling and texting with no response.. eventually another guest let us in. The managers attempt at customer service was to suggest I wasn’t competent, he wasn’t helpful or considerate. Do not stay here.
Sara
Sara, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2024
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 1, 2024
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
Communication with John was very simple and straightforward. That was a relief since there really isn't a "lobby" or attendant to check you in. The location couldn't have been better and the room was cozy, clean and extremely comfortable. We will be back.
Raisa
Raisa, 1-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
2/10 Poor
Sep 29, 2024
Jacob
Jacob, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
Very convenient for Wicker Park visit.
Guy
Guy, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2024
Location and character
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 22, 2024
Choon Aun
Choon Aun, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 10, 2024
Good location. Lots of dining options
Adam
Adam, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2024
Jerome
Jerome, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2024
This was my 4th stay at Ruby room. Clean spacious rooms with a nice bathroom. Great neighborhood. Note that there is no reception desk, and that all of the arrangements including check-in are done by text and email. However it’s very easy as you only need a code for the keypads on the doors and no physical keys. Communication was good and they are responsive to questions by text.
Derek
Derek, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2024
Sherrie
Sherrie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 24, 2024
Great location, and the space was mostly nice. Offsite staff didn’t get back to me about a few questions. Room had some scuff marks and other little issues.