Most people can relate to the excitement of when their city is featured on the big screen. 

It’s personal, nostalgic, cool and spurs lots of conversation along the lines of: 

-You’d never take LSD to the Western Suburbs. 

or 

-That Chicago accent is fake [it’s ahhhn the lake not awhn the lake].

To more positive reactions, like: 

-They nailed the vibe of the Loop in the Ferris Bueller parade scene.

or 

-Of course they’d hit Margie’s Candies for the most delectable sundae in the city! 

It’s a huge source of pride that Chicago continues to have a robust theater and film community. Dick Wolf consistently churns out a number of shows set in Chicago that viewers across the country crave [Chicago Med, Chicago PD and Chicago Fire]. Lena Waithe created The Chi – a Showtime hit that’s entering a celebrated, sixth season. Big thanks to the Chicago Film Office, a division of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, for leading the city’s effort to attract and support the production of feature films, television series, commercials, documentaries and all forms of screen entertainment to be produced in Chicago. 

Lucky for us, Cinespace Studios [the premier studio and service provider in the Midwest for film, TV and commercials] is just a few miles from The Neighborhood Hotel Little Italy! 

“Actors, families, agents and film industry professionals need a place to stay that’s super close to Cinespace with a vibe that feels good. We knew that this building [the former National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame] was ideal for our fourth location because it’s an interesting, historic space in a prime location. Little Italy is home to everything that gives the city soul— incredible people, restaurants and culture — all in close proximity to Cinespace,” says Jonathan Gordon, Founder and CEO of The Neighborhood Hotel. “Our hotel is clean, comfortable and filled with thoughtful details.”

Some of those touches include: full kitchens in every suite, Metric coffee grounds and Moccamaster brewers, throw blankets made by The Weaving Mill [a local company that also supports Envision Unlimited — a nonprofit that helps adults with developmental disabilities]. Unique details are also reflected in the Gibsons seasoning salt in every pantry, a guide to the neighborhood with tips from long time locals on each coffee table, even bocce balls to use on the courts next door. 

Back to the ideal location: the goal is for guests to feel the spirit and warmth of a dynamic neighborhood that’s very close to public transportation and extremely walkable. 

The Neighborhood Hotel team wants guests to feel comfortable in a place where the vibrance of the neighborhood is felt while getting around the city is easy. 

“We realize that many of our guests are staying purely for fun but some are here for work. We want to support everyone which is why we double down on the things that might seem small,” Gordon says. 

“Quite simply: details matter.” 

AMENITIES: 

– Fully Equipped Kitchens

– A/C 

– Smart TV (w/ YouTube TV!)

– Yoga Mat

– Hairdryer

– Moccamaster Coffee Machines w/ Local Beans 

– Private Patio (select suites)

– Malin + Goetz Bath Products

– Washer/Dryer

– Bath Towels

– Steamer