Best Western Hawthorne Terrace hotel, Lakeview

With reasonable prices, a friendly staff, and a great location in the heart of Lakeview, the Best Western Hawthorne Terrace (3434 N. Broadway, 773-244-3434) is one of the best lodging options in the city for gay travelers. The attractive 59-room hotel has plenty of perks - refrigerators and microwaves in rooms, free Wi-Fi, relatively affordable parking. Just keep in mind that the hotel tends to book up quickly, especially in summer when baseball's Chicago Cubs are in town, as the hotel is a short walk from Wrigley Field. The hotel has a great location on North Broadway, not far from The Closet, Unabridged Bookstore, Ann Sather Cafe, and Joy's Noodles.