Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center - 10 min walk
Chicago Ridge Shopping Mall - 4 min drive
SeatGeek Stadium - 10 min drive
University of Chicago - 17 min drive
McCormick Place - 18 min drive
Getting around
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 21 min drive
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 40 min drive
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 47 min drive
Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 55 min drive
Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 103 min drive
Chicago Ashburn Station - 4 min drive
Chicago Ridge Station - 5 min drive
Oak Lawn Station - 13 min walk
Restaurants
Portillo's Oak Lawn - 17 min walk
McDonald's - 14 min walk
Panera Bread - 17 min walk
Andy's Frozen Custard - 5 min walk
Hooters - 12 min walk
About this property
GATEWAY INN
GATEWAY INN is a great choice for a stay in Oak Lawn. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
26 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 19
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
Garden
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)
Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge of USD 3 per stay
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
GATEWAY INN Hotel
GATEWAY INN Oak Lawn
GATEWAY INN Hotel Oak Lawn
Frequently asked questions
Does GATEWAY INN offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, GATEWAY INN does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at GATEWAY INN ?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at GATEWAY INN ?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at GATEWAY INN ?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 25 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at GATEWAY INN ?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Horseshoe Hammond Casino (21-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at GATEWAY INN and nearby?
GATEWAY INN has a garden.
GATEWAY INN Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Feb 16, 2025
It was good. Everything was clean and check in was quick and easy.
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 14, 2024
Very clean rooms and kind personnel. Stayed here for 3 nights and was very satisfied.
Frederik
Frederik, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2024
Friendly staff and very cozy
Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
Very cute and clean older hotel. Lots of food options nearby. Close to Midway airport.
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2024
The staff was very nice and very attentive.
Alexa
Alexa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2024
Nice and quiet and friendly staff and clean
Raymond
Raymond, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2024
Great place, great staff
Simone
Simone, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
Very helpful staff. Clean rooms.
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2024
It was very clean
Dominga
Dominga, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2024
Great service super clean bed and bathroom. Will come again!
Matthew
Matthew, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2024
The wife and I only stayed 1 night before a flight and it all went great!
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2024
Great convenience. Excellent service when we arrived.
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2024
Felt safe staying alone.
Tiffany
Tiffany, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 11, 2024
Inexpensive alternative to nearby upscale hotel. Friendly staff--Wake up call followed up by a knock on my door.
Wayne Raymond
Wayne Raymond, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 6, 2024
Friendly and Comfortable
Gateway Inn staff treated me very hospitably. The room was clean and comfortable and quiet.
Eva
Eva, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2024
Clean and safe experience
Luca
Luca, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
Great
Sandra
Sandra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2024
First impression it is an older hotel,after checking in realized it is very clean and looked like recently remodeled rooms,very freindly and polite owners/staff
Juan G
Juan G, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2024
Beautiful rooms which are kept updated and clean. A hidden gem in the OL area.
Jenn
Jenn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2024
Friendly. Can’t beat the price. It’s a low-budget hotel, but better than anything you get for this price.
Michael
Michael, 5-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 22, 2024
The rooms are outdated but clean.
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 27, 2024
Quiet area. Not enough blankets. Bathroom door was broken. Water was discolored coming out of bathtub faucet.
Felt safe. Overall, okay for a one night stay.
Misty
Misty, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Simple but clean.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
Very clean!
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2024
Everything was great. Only reason I gave a 4 for the service was because they only gave us new towels and did not fix our bed.