Best Western Inn & Suites - Midway Airport
8220 S Cicero Ave, Burbank, IL 60459, South Chicago, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.5 / 5
Overview
Best Western Inn & Suites - Midway Airport is a casual, 3-star property in Burbank, Illinois, roughly 3.2 miles from Chicago Midway International Airport. It's positioned as a straightforward, budget-friendly base for travelers passing through the South Chicago area rather than a destination resort. With over 1,100 public reviews averaging 3.5 out of 5, it draws a steady mix of airport travelers and value-conscious visitors.
Rooms & Suites
Standard rooms are simply furnished with cable TV, coffeemakers, free WiFi, and in-room workstations, and select rooms include Jacuzzi tubs for guests who book that option. Suites step up with a separate living area featuring a pull-out sofa and a fridge, making them suited to guests who want extra space or need to accommodate additional people. Some reviewers have reported that whirlpool tubs were not available as booked, so travelers wanting this feature should confirm it directly at booking.
Dining & Amenities
A free continental breakfast including waffles is served on-site, and self-parking is complimentary for all guests. The hotel also has an exercise room for guests wanting to keep up a workout routine and a business center for printing or quick work needs. Breakfast quality draws mixed feedback, with some guests praising it and others noting inconsistency in freshness.
Location & Surroundings
The hotel sits about 1.2 miles from Ford City Mall for shopping and everyday errands, and is within a roughly 12-to-20-mile drive of major Chicago attractions including the Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park, Cloud Gate, Shedd Aquarium, Willis Tower, the Field Museum, and the Museum of Science and Industry. The Brookfield Zoo (about 12.8 km away) and Frederick C. Robie House (about 13.2 km away) are also within reach for a day trip. Its proximity to Midway Airport makes it a practical overnight stop for early flights or layovers.
Best for
This hotel is best suited to budget-conscious travelers needing a convenient overnight stay near Midway Airport, thanks to its 3.2-mile proximity to the airport and free parking. It also works for guests wanting free breakfast and basic self-sufficiency (fridge, workstation, business center) without paying for a full-service hotel, and for small groups or families who can use the suite's pull-out sofa and separate living area for extra space.
Travel tips
Given the roughly 3.2-mile distance to Midway Airport, guests should plan for a short drive or shuttle/taxi ride rather than walking. Those wanting a Jacuzzi or whirlpool room should confirm the specific room type at booking, as some guests have reported discrepancies. Ford City Mall, about 1.2 miles away, is a convenient stop for shopping, food, or a nearby laundromat, and downtown Chicago's major museums and landmarks are a 20-30 minute drive for a day trip.
What guests say
Guest feedback is mixed but consistent in its themes. Many reviewers praise the affordable pricing, clean rooms, and helpful, friendly front desk staff, along with a convenient location near shops and a laundromat. On the other hand, a notable number of reviews criticize the free breakfast, citing stale or expired items, spoiled fruit, and equipment issues like a broken waffle maker. A few guests also mentioned the surrounding area feeling unsafe at night and discrepancies between advertised room features (such as whirlpool tubs) and what was actually provided.
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