The Golden Arm

City-center hotel within easy reach of United Center

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At The Golden Arm, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from United Center and Chicago Riverwalk. This boutique hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Michigan Avenue and Willis Tower. Fellow travelers love the location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Division Station is 5 minutes and Damen Station is 12 minutes.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (4)

  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services

Feel at home (4)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Premium bedding
  • Hair dryer
CA $176
CA $206 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28

Room options

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a mirror.

King Room 3C

Very good
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed 3B

Very good
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A bedroom with a large bed, a mirror, a dresser, and a nightstand.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City Views 4A

Good
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a bed with striped bedding, a blue armchair, and a small side table with a lamp.

King Room, Courtyard View, 3D

Good
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a chair, and a mirror.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City Views 3A

Good
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a patterned bedspread, a decorative rug, and a chair.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed 4B

Exceptional
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, and a walk-in closet.

King Room, Courtyard View, 4D

Very good
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a bed with striped bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, a desk with a chair, and a mirror on the wall.

King Room 4C

Good
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1745 W Division St, Chicago, IL, 60622

What's nearby

  • Milwaukee Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Den Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • House Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The 606 - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Salt Shed - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 39 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 39 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 47 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 76 min drive
  • Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 100 min drive
  • Chicago Kedzie Station - 5 min drive
  • Chicago Halsted Station - 6 min drive
  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 23 min walk
  • Division Station - 5 min walk
  • Damen Station - 12 min walk
  • Chicago Station (Blue Line) - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Big Mini Putt Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Parlor Pizza Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bangers & Lace Wicker Park - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Golden Arm

  • At The Golden Arm, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from United Center and Chicago Riverwalk. This boutique hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Michigan Avenue and Willis Tower. Fellow travelers love the location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Division Station is 5 minutes and Damen Station is 12 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 8 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Built in 1896
  • Garden

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Ruby Room
Ruby Room Chicago
Ruby Room Inn
Ruby Room Inn Chicago
Ruby Room Hotel Chicago
Ruby Room Hotel
Ruby Room Hotel Chicago
Ruby Room Hotel
Ruby Room Chicago
Ruby Room Hotel Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Does The Golden Arm offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Golden Arm 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 The Golden Arm?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Golden Arm?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Golden Arm.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Golden Arm?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 30 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 30 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Golden Arm?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (4-min drive) and Rivers Casino (18-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Golden Arm and nearby?

The Golden Arm has a garden.

What's the area around The Golden Arm like?

The Golden Arm is in West Town, a short 5-minute walk from Division Station and 15 minutes' walk from The Salt Shed. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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The Golden Arm Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property is located in a great area with many dining opportunities within walking distance. (14 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and food place to crash.
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8/10 Very good

We had a lovely stay at The Golden Arm. The location is ideal, the room was comfortable, clean and had great design personality. Note that there is no staff on the premises and everything is communicated through text which was tricky at first but quickly it was no problem. I would definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room great location
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location - simple clean comfortable bed to sleep in.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, comfy bed and housekeeping staff was excellent!
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean comfy room and super fast/easy/smooth keypad check in
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8/10 Very good

Great location. Would stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, comfortable room with view of downtown Chicago.
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8/10 Very good

We had a nice, spacious room in a great location of Wicker Park. There were tons of restaurants and shops right outside our door. We had a 3rd floor unit in this walk-up "hotel." My only slightly negative comment is that the mattress was a little soft/sunken in the middle.
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and had a great view.
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8/10 Very good

Great location for access to Wicker Park neighborhood. Minor issues, shower door broken, dirty entry. Be prepared for zero amenities and no closet but everything you need is accessible nearby. Good room and reasonably quiet so if all you need is a place to sleep this is perfect.
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6/10 Good

Just a Chic Clean and quiet room. Super simple directions to enter. No amenities. Street parking , No t.v. , Very near restaurants and bars.
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10/10 Exceptional

Super easy to find, super easy to check in, great walk to Salt Shed.
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10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous room, great location. Older building with charm. Had a lovely stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Quiet, comfortable getaway in the city.
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10/10 Exceptional

This made for a very lovely visit to Chicago. Comfortable, quiet room perfectly located to tons of dining options.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, tons of restaurants to choose from within walking distance. Room was very clean, would stay again
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was just as advertised,very comfortable abd cozy.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, very affordable and comfortable
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved staying here, nice clean rooms, perfect little kitchen. I suggest booking a room on the 3rd floor so you don't have to walk anymore of the stairs. Lol! Entrance and carpet up to rooms could be updated. Very central to everything, restaurants and bars right outside your door. I would stay here again and highly recommend
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8/10 Very good

No place to check in early and drop bags, 4 flights of angled stairs with varying rails, very comfortable bed, ceiling fan, wall electric fireplace, small kitchen on 3rd floor with ice machine. No TV which is great because I only really sleep when im downtown, great city view, expected sirens occasionally. Overall great location, reasonable price, but tough amount of stairs.
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8/10 Very good

I really enjoyed staying at this property. The room was very lovely and even without a front desk their customer service is very prompt and helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place!

Cute little place in a great location. Entry and exit was a breeze. Very nice room and very very convenient.
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10/10 Exceptional

Love this place! Great location, great view of the city on the top floor.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient for Wicker Park visit.