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Amber Inn

3901 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60653-2105
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Amber Inn
Ranked #118 of 164 hotels in Chicago
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Wisconsin
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

We were extremely PLEASED with our stay at Amber Inn!!!! Robin has been the best Motel manager and hostess that my husband and I have experienced in our travels around the US! The motel is very clean, quiet comfortable, and the cost is half of what you will pay for a motel of this caliber in Chicago! I must mention... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2013

My Guy and I have had the pleasure of staying at the Amber-Inn Chicago on several occasions since Nov.2012. Last visit being March 2013. We find it to be a excellent get away spot. The customer service is pleasant and professional. From the several visits to Amber-Inn we only encountered one visit where there was a problem with the appliances.... More

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Wilmington, Delaware, United States
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed October 9, 2012

I travel to many different places, cities, states and I don't need to stay at 5star or even 3 star place but I do need to stay where I feel safe! The Amber Inn is a outdated MOtel, the rooms are out dated and dirty (includes burn marks on the toilet seats) It is in a terible part of town... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed July 16, 2012 via mobile

This place is in the ghetto, but we only paid $60-70/night. Our room was outdated but clean, and the AC worked well. However, the shower water pressure was weak, the bathroom fluorescent light flickered constantly, and the front desk staff was rude. The police came to deal with a fight in the room next door to us.

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Taylor, MI
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 19, 2012

I chose this spot for a 3-day trip to Chicago with my family of 4, after my usual research on tripadvisor and checking a dozen or so area hotels (most were booked). Many of the other reviews here got it right. I suppose you could rate it anywhere from "Poor" to "Very Good" depending on your expectations. Pros: Inexpensive Clean,... More

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Los Angeles, California
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012 via mobile

We call from airport and the clerk gives us a longer train route instead of one 2 blocks away. The clerk had an attitude. The comforter had burn spots on it. Not the safest area in chicago. Security guard was polite. If going for lollapalooza, you'll probably have a small crowd there. Bathroom was below standards. Tube tv, old carpet,... More

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Gurnee, IL
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 20, 2012

This was a last minute stay over the weekend after a party. The room was decent, seemed to be a smoking room which was stuffy. Bathroom tub was somewhat dirty and water pressure is very low. I would stay again as a last minute hotel but if I had time to reserve beforehand I'd pass on this one.

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 5, 2012

During our housewares shows at McCormick, I flew in from London, England. Just minutes away, could go back and forth if needed. I found out I was not far from downtown Chicago; we also had a seminar scheduled to discuss upcoming events. It was also walking distance to the beach area. Excellent service. Clean rooms. Polite staff.

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New York City, New York
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 1, 2012

I enjoyed my stay at the Amber. the reason for such a high score is this... They are a "CLASS ACT". They have clean rooms, excellent service from employees. I have stayed at the other hotels in the area, in the same price range, MY MISTAKE. When I went to the one on 80th & Stony Island and the one... More

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Canada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 2, 2011

I would write a longer review but the previous comprehensive review by Everyguy is pretty much what I would have said too. This really is a 1 1/2 to 2 star motel - but if you are driving into town and wanting to take the CTA the free parking is good. You can only book this hotel on the internet... More

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Also Known As:
Amber Hotel Chicago
Amber Inn Chicago
Address: 3901 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60653-2105
Region: United States > Illinois > Chicago
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Free Parking Suites
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Ranked #118 of 164 hotels in Chicago
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