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Cozy, Romantic, and Fun Fall Date Ideas in Chicago & Southwest Michigan

Looking for the perfect fall date in Chicago and/or Southwest Michigan? From pumpkin patches to autumn hikes, discover the best cozy, romantic, and fun fall date ideas. Fall is pure magic in and out of the city. Golden leaves blanket the ground, the crisp air calls for cozy layers — life feels delightfully full with… Continue reading Cozy, Romantic, and Fun Fall Date Ideas in Chicago & Southwest Michigan

Boutique Bliss: Where to Shop Local in Lincoln Park

The Neighborhood Hotel is all about supporting all things local! Small, independent businesses make our neighborhoods special and we’re grateful for the hard work that goes into keeping things fresh and interesting around here.  Lincoln Park is one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in the city. Its close proximity to Lake Michigan’s walking/running path, beaches… Continue reading Boutique Bliss: Where to Shop Local in Lincoln Park

LINCOLN PARK IS SUMMER READY… ARE YOU? 

The Lollapalooza 2025 schedule has been released, a plethora of street festivals are lined up, you can almost smell the Taste of Chicago, the Famers Market is buzzing and the Nascar team is prepping those engines. What’s the best way to end a sticky, sunny day around Chicago? A comfortable bed! It’s time to plan… Continue reading LINCOLN PARK IS SUMMER READY… ARE YOU? 

A HOTEL ROOM FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL LITTLE ITALY! 

It’s often said that a family vacation isn’t so much a vacation but a trip. We get that— it’s a lot managing trains, planes and automobiles with small children – transitions are hard. Experts say the stress/hassle is worth it as travel expands a kid’s world, making them more empathetic and adaptable humans. Enter: The Neighborhood Hotel Little… Continue reading A HOTEL ROOM FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL LITTLE ITALY! 

The Neighborhood Hotel’s Guide to “DA” Chicago Accent

Chicago Accent Basics: ** “th” becomes “d.” This, that, there, the Bears = dis, dat, dare, “da Bears” ** Short “o” becomes short “a” i.e. Hot = haht, Dog = dahg, Pop (soda) = pahp, Mom = mahm ** “ctu” becomes “ch” i.e. Picture = pitcher ** “th” becomes “t” i.e. 3 is pronounced like tree … Continue reading The Neighborhood Hotel’s Guide to “DA” Chicago Accent

How The Neighborhood Hotel Serves Medical Related Stays

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION [is everything]. This strong belief has guided our decision to lay down roots and create hotels in specific nooks of neighborhoods that speak to us. Today we’ll focus on two of The Neighborhood Hotels that make travel to and from the major hospitals in Chicago easy. The Neighborhood Hotel Little Italy: The… Continue reading How The Neighborhood Hotel Serves Medical Related Stays

CORPORATE EVENT SPOTLIGHT @ THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL LITTLE ITALY!

THE COMPANY:  Blueprint Healthcare Real Estate Advisors was founded in 2013 with a mission to elevate healthcare real estate advisory through collaboration and data. Blueprint is now the most active advisory firm in seniors housing and skilled nursing, as well as a market leader within other healthcare real estate subsegments.    With a proven track record… Continue reading CORPORATE EVENT SPOTLIGHT @ THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL LITTLE ITALY!

Chicago Fire’s World-Class Training Center Brings Excitement and Community Impact to Little Italy

The Chicago Fire soccer team will soon add some heat to Little Italy! Scheduled to open in early 2025, the brand new Endeavor Health Performance Center will serve as a world-class training facility for the Chicago Fire’s professional and Academy players. The Endeavor Health Performance Center will also help generate jobs, resources for housing, indoor… Continue reading Chicago Fire’s World-Class Training Center Brings Excitement and Community Impact to Little Italy

Dear Friends and Families of College Athletes…

Your comfortable and convenient suite is waiting for you at The Neighborhood Hotel Little Italy! Room highlights feature a tea kettle to soothe post game throats, a welcoming sofa to watch game highlights and a deluxe shower to calm those nerves! Throughout your stay, you’ll feel refreshed and recharged for whatever tomorrow holds. Bonus: you’re… Continue reading Dear Friends and Families of College Athletes…

CORPORATE TRAVEL @ THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL LITTLE ITALY

The Neighborhood Hotel Little Italy is situated in a warm, vibrant neighborhood that’s within a half mile from UI Health and Rush Hospital. Fun fact: 45% of guests choose our hotel to be close to the hospitals. Many are traveling for medical related work, representing companies such as: Stryker, Arthrex, and other firms that serve… Continue reading CORPORATE TRAVEL @ THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL LITTLE ITALY

ROADTRIP: INDY —> SW MICHIGAN OR CHI CITY!

Feeling a little antsy? Want to get away yet not in the mood to battle the airport? The solution: hit the ROAD! A great road trip is fun, freeing and efficient. You can build in cool stops along the way, indulge in classic car snacks, drive in silence, dive into deep convo, sing at the… Continue reading ROADTRIP: INDY —> SW MICHIGAN OR CHI CITY!

SUMMER IN THE CITY IS GOING, GOING… ALMOST GONE!

Most Chicagoans live for summer. The often grueling winters are a little less harsh when thoughts of warm days seep into the psyche. While Lake Michigan is the most vibrant part of the city, it’s the street and park festivals happening throughout town that really make summer time Chi sing. Plus, many of these amazing… Continue reading SUMMER IN THE CITY IS GOING, GOING… ALMOST GONE!

Where to Spend a Fall 3-Day Weekend: Chicago OR Southwest Michigan! 

As you embrace these final days of summer, consider the fun ahead! Fall in Southwest Michigan AND in downtown Chicago [Lincoln Park and Little Italy] is full of colorful beauty and fun! All of our locations provide the ultimate weekend escape to enjoy with people you love! Do you have a big family and/or large… Continue reading Where to Spend a Fall 3-Day Weekend: Chicago OR Southwest Michigan! 

SUMMER LOVING @ THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL! 

Summer is all about saying YES. Ditching the routine, getting outside and celebrating the season of fun with friends and/or, your true love! Nothing says amore like a summer staycation with your lover in downtown Chicago and/or Southwest Michigan! Even if your own home is minutes away from the hotels, there is something very romantic… Continue reading SUMMER LOVING @ THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL! 

THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL & WEVENTURE! 

The Neighborhood Hotel was created by people who love to explore! Naturally, we’re very much supportive of a company dedicated to guiding people through our favorite city in a special way. Enter: WeVenture! WeVenture offers unique and authentic day tours throughout Chicago. Tours range from two hour to one day adventures and cover everything from… Continue reading THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL & WEVENTURE! 

GET ON A BOAT W/ CHICAGO YACHTING!

A lake is a landscape’s most beautiful and expressive feature. It is Earth’s eye; looking into which the beholder measures the depth of his own nature. -Henry David Thoreau Let’s take a moment to express our eternal gratitude for Lake Michigan. Gazing at the Lake on a dreary winter day makes things feel brighter. On… Continue reading GET ON A BOAT W/ CHICAGO YACHTING!

YOU’VE GOT INTERNS, WE’VE GOT HOUSING!

Summer break is fun for all ages! For lucky interns, some of the summer “chill” is balanced with real life work experience. Those college kids and post grads need a place to stay as they venture into the work force! The Neighborhood Hotel Little Italy and Lincoln Park bookend the city making most commutes into… Continue reading YOU’VE GOT INTERNS, WE’VE GOT HOUSING!

Proud Partner of Choose Chicago!

The Neighborhood Hotel team is proud to partner with Choose Chicago®! We have tremendous gratitude for Choose Chicago as they’re the official destination marketing organization for Chicago, Illinois.  Choose Chicago’s Mission?  To enrich the community by attracting meetings, events and leisure travelers to Chicago.  Choose Chicago’s Vision?  To elevate the brand of Chicago as a… Continue reading Proud Partner of Choose Chicago!

ON THE WAY TO WRIGLEY FIELD!

Spring is [kind of] in the air! In other parts of the country, spring training games are happening everyday which means that baseball season is right around the corner. One of the many fun facts about The Neighborhood Hotel Lincoln Park is that Wrigley Field – home of the Chicago Cubs – is less than… Continue reading ON THE WAY TO WRIGLEY FIELD!

GRADUATION WEEKEND + THE NBHD!

One of our favorite things about The Neighborhood Hotel Little Italy is how easy it is to access so many of Chicago’s important cultural institutions, great food and SUPER important: the hospitals and universities! As we feel spring weather creeping in, we’re reminded of all that’s on the horizon before we dive into summer. We’d… Continue reading GRADUATION WEEKEND + THE NBHD!

GUIDE TO CHICAGO, BUELLER STYLE

Film buff or not, you’ve probably seen and loved Ferris Bueller’s Day Off – especially if you’re an 80’s baby. It’s one of the most celebrated films for so many reason. For the film’s Director, John Hughes, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1985) was a “love letter” to his hometown of Chicago. He said, “I really… Continue reading GUIDE TO CHICAGO, BUELLER STYLE

BEST ROAD TRIPS: DETROIT TO CHICAGO

WE’RE ALL ABOUT A GREAT DRIVE. ONE THAT’S FILLED WITH PLENTY OF CAR SNACKS, AN EPIC PLAYLIST AND FANTASTIC PIT STOPS. IT’S IMPORTANT TO MAKE THE MOST OUT OF YOUR TRIP AND EXPLORE GREAT CULTURE AND FOOD ALONG THE WAY.  PLUS, WE LOVE A TRIP THAT ENDS W/ COMFORTABLE, FUN LODGING @  THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL!… Continue reading BEST ROAD TRIPS: DETROIT TO CHICAGO

WHERE TO FIND OLD CHICAGO

 We love and appreciate the progression of time as we move through this increasingly modern, high tech world. We also find comfort in the old, the familiar. There are places scattered throughout the city that truly feel like Chicago from back in the day. Despite all of the changes throughout the decades, some institutions have… Continue reading WHERE TO FIND OLD CHICAGO

Fun Things to do in Chicago in the New Year!

CHEERS!  CHECK OUT THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL’S “TO DO” LIST AS WE DELVE INTO THE NEW YEAR…  YES, IT’S DRIVEN BY THE 5 SENSES [WE LOVE A THEME]! SEE  1. The Chicago History Museum. The History Museum is great for everyone — lots of fun facts about Chicago, cool special exhibits on rotation, a life sized… Continue reading Fun Things to do in Chicago in the New Year!

UI HEALTH + THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL

Fun things happen @ The Neighborhood Hotel!  SPOTLIGHT ON: UI HEALTH AWARD RECIPIENTS’ WEEKEND @ THE [BRAND NEW] NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL LITTLE ITALY!  The Neighborhood Hotel Little Italy hosted UI Health award recipients and their guests. Everyone enjoyed a few nights at the very fresh hotel & had a blast celebrating and relaxing with their family… Continue reading UI HEALTH + THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL

VOTE EVERYDAY, IT’S THE CHICAGO WAY! 

The Neighborhood Hotel Little Italy is in the running to win USA Today’s Best New Hotel Award! Please vote here once per day until voting ends on December 25th @ 12pm ET!  USA Today’s panel of travel experts nominated their favorite hotel openings of the last year which features an impressive lineup of hotels throughout the country. “This is a… Continue reading VOTE EVERYDAY, IT’S THE CHICAGO WAY! 

HOPE CHICAGO x THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL

Thank you for: wearing our hats/rocking our swag, liking our social media posts, forwarding our e-blasts to friends, booking rooms —the list goes on. We’re very grateful as we continue to grow our brand and you, our guests, are vital to our success.  Last year, we donated 5% of Lincoln Park’s December revenue to Lurie Children’s… Continue reading HOPE CHICAGO x THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL

BEST HOTEL NEAR UIC

We’re all about THE location + a GREAT education! The Neighborhood Hotel Little Italy is situated less than a mile from the University of Illinois Chicago, therefore filling a hole in the world of accommodations near the university.  “Students and their families, adjunct professors, prospective students, visiting sports fans, etc. need a place to stay that’s super close to UIC… Continue reading BEST HOTEL NEAR UIC

HEY, NEIGHBOR: CINESPACE STUDIOS!

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… Continue reading HEY, NEIGHBOR: CINESPACE STUDIOS!

HEY, NEIGHBOR: RUSH HOSPITAL!

We’re all about THE location.  The Neighborhood Hotel Little Italy is situated within a half mile from UI Health and Rush Hospital, therefore filling a hole in the world of accommodations near the hospitals.  “Doctors, nurses/travel nurses, medical professionals, patients and their families need a place to stay that’s super close to the hospital(s) but also a… Continue reading HEY, NEIGHBOR: RUSH HOSPITAL!

THE BEST CLASSIC, DELICIOUS, CHICAGO FOOD

The Neighborhood Hotel team is all about the location. Our Lincoln Park hotel is ideally situated on Clark Street, within minutes of the lake, several cultural institutions, Wrigley Field, The LP Zoo and maybe the most important thing: FOOD. Good food. Not just good but classic, historically significant Chicago eats.  Let’s start with what’s directly… Continue reading THE BEST CLASSIC, DELICIOUS, CHICAGO FOOD

BEST FALL + WINTER ACTIVITIES IN LINCOLN PARK, CHICAGO 

Most Chicagoans live for summer yet stay for the seasons. A majestic beauty falls over the city during the transitions from cold to chilly, hot to crisp. The striking green canopy of trees throughout Lincoln Park fades to blissful autumn colors that leave a satisfying crunch beneath your feet. The first winter snow brings a hush… Continue reading BEST FALL + WINTER ACTIVITIES IN LINCOLN PARK, CHICAGO 

FUN THINGS TO DO IN CHICAGO’S LINCOLN PARK: RESTAURANTS, HOTEL & ACTIVITIES 

The Neighborhood Hotel Lincoln Park is the ultimate place to explore all that the neighborhood has to offer! Checkout our recommendations in the neighborhood + surrounding area.

BEST PRIVATE DINING & EVENT SPACES IN CHICAGO’S LITTLE ITALY

If you and your group are looking for event space at The Neighborhood Hotel booking the whole house might be right for you. Our Little Italy location has 35 suites that can sleep a total of 138 people. Additionally, each suite has a fully equipped kitchen giving you the option to either make your own food, hire a local chef or choose from a large list of great event spaces in the Little Italy neighborhood. Below are our best choices for your event!

HISTORY LESSON: THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL FULTON MARKET

The Neighborhood Hotel Fulton Market @ 801 W. Madison [formerly, the Mid-City Trust & Savings Bank], is where grandeur and the vibrant energy of 1920’s Chicago intertwine with thoughtful, modern comfort. Your stay begins with ethereal beauty as the lobby’s marble pillars give way to a vast ceiling. The curvaceous terra-cotta staircase invites you to… Continue reading HISTORY LESSON: THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL FULTON MARKET

SPOTLIGHT ON A HAPPY GUEST’S REVIEW @ THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL LINCOLN PARK

The Neighborhood Hotel Lincoln Park provides travelers with a well-equipped, comfortably designed basecamp to nurture and inspire city exploration. Upon arrival, the vintage staircase provides your first adventure: the short trek up to your luxuriously humble abode. Imagine beginning your Saturday with a walk to the Farmer’s Market followed by an evening that ends with… Continue reading SPOTLIGHT ON A HAPPY GUEST’S REVIEW @ THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL LINCOLN PARK

FUN THINGS TO DO IN CHICAGO’S LITTLE ITALY

con·ven·ient (adjective): situated so as to allow easy access to.  ac·cess (noun): a means of approaching or entering a place. These two words, access and convenience, seem to perfectly define The Neighborhood Hotel Little Italy. Our prime location grants guests seamless access to the immediate neighborhood’s vibrant offerings, allowing them to effortlessly explore and connect… Continue reading FUN THINGS TO DO IN CHICAGO’S LITTLE ITALY

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The Neighborhood Little Italy
Where welcome drinks come in the form of bold espresso + crisp prosecco. We can't wait
Chi? [Who]
The Neighborhood Hotel
Cosa? [What]
Warmth, bellezza, history. The cornerstones of Italian culture that The Neighborhood Little Italy captures in its third + largest location with 35 suites (Studio - 2 bedrooms).
Quando? [When]
Spring/Summer 2023
Dove? [Where]
In the heart of Little Italy! Here, you're nestled in a neighborhood with an old world feel that seamlessly welcomes the new and modern. Plus, the most bustling parts of the city are just a stone's throw away and easily accessible on foot/public transit! Places like: The Illinois Medical District + Fulton Market + West Loop + UIC + The United Center + the Loop.
Perché? [Why]
To experience fun, adventure, and comfort!
Come? [How]
Our buildings have stories ingrained in the walls (in a non-creepy way) - stories that are meant to be told and shared. The Neighborhood Little Italy was formerly the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame which honored the greatest Italian-American athletes, broadcasters, and sports workers to benefit athletics in the United States. Once again, we've fallen for a space outfitted with cool history + architecture. Grateful to all of the hard workers and supporters who are turning another NEIGHBORHOOD HOTEL vision/dream into reality!
The Neighborhood Little Italy building design
Rebel House is nailing the design. Soaring ceilings give way to chic urban lofts with sophisticated Italian villa vibes. the top floor's outdoor terraces feature captivating views of the city and the piazza across the street. La vita é bella.
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