Hotel Lincoln - JDV by Hyatt
1816 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, Chicago, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.2 / 5
Overview
Hotel Lincoln - JDV by Hyatt is a 4-star, vintage-leaning hotel with roots dating to the 1920s, set in Chicago’s Old Town Triangle near Lincoln Park. The property’s style is described as funky and art-forward, with original artwork from local artists featured throughout. Public ratings sit at 4.2/5 from 2,591 reviews, reflecting a generally positive reception with some mixed value perceptions.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are contemporary and include coffeemakers, flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and free Wi‑Fi. Many rooms offer views toward Lincoln Park or Lake Michigan. Suites add sitting areas with pull-out sofas, providing extra lounge space compared with standard rooms.
Dining & Rooftop
On-site food and drink options include a farm-to-table restaurant and a rooftop lounge. Guest feedback frequently highlights the rooftop bar as a standout feature, including food and bar service. The hotel also hosts a wine hour as part of its perks programming.
Amenities & Perks
Amenities include 24-hour fitness and business centers. Free perks reported include bike rentals, pedicabs, rooftop yoga classes, and the wine hour. (Other amenities are not documented.)
Location & Nearby Highlights
The hotel is two blocks from The Second City comedy club and about 0.6 miles from the nearest El train station, giving it practical transit access for exploring Chicago. It’s particularly convenient for Lincoln Park attractions, including Lincoln Park Zoo (about 716 m) and the Chicago History Museum (about 455 m). Other major city sights are reachable with a longer ride, such as Navy Pier (about 3.6 km), Millennium Park and Cloud Gate (about 3.7 km), The Chicago Theatre (about 3.4 km), and The Art Institute of Chicago (about 4.1 km).
Best for
This hotel fits travelers who want a characterful, art-forward stay in Old Town Triangle with quick access to Lincoln Park and nearby nightlife, including The Second City. It’s also well-suited to guests who value social spaces and programming, thanks to the rooftop lounge plus perks like rooftop yoga and a wine hour. Visitors prioritizing proximity to Lincoln Park Zoo and the Chicago History Museum will find the location especially convenient.
Travel tips
Plan to use the nearby El station (about 0.6 miles away) for efficient trips downtown; major Loop attractions like Millennium Park/Cloud Gate are roughly 3.7 km away. For a low-effort evening nearby, The Second City is just two blocks from the hotel. If a rooftop lounge experience matters to you, consider timing at least one night around the rooftop bar, which is frequently mentioned by guests.
What guests say
Guests most consistently praise the location, citing convenient access to Lincoln Park and nearby dining, along with a generally safe-feeling area. Cleanliness and sleep comfort come up positively, with several comments highlighting comfortable beds. The rooftop bar is a recurring highlight, including favorable mentions of food and staff interactions. Negative themes center on value for price and an impression that parts of the hotel feel dated, with occasional dissatisfaction around service tone at the coffee setup and small bathrooms.
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