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108 N May Street, Chicago, Illinois, United States, IL 60607

The Publishing House Bed And Breakfast - Historic 11-room B&B near Midway International Airport

The Publishing House Bed And Breakfast is housed in a 110-year-old brick building that previously served as a publishing house, casket factory, and holography museum. Located in West Loop, it is steps from top restaurants and 1.5 km from Willis Tower. The property features 11 rooms with heated floors, free WiFi, and air conditioning. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast, complimentary sodas, sparkling water, and coffee all day. The on-site salon and wine bar share space within the building. Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and a security system. The property hosts events such as Sunday Long Lunches and Modern Persian cuisine dinners with wine pairings.

Additional perks of the hotel

Two off-street parking spots available on weekends for $25/night

Discounted daily passes for West Loop Athletic Club at $10 plus tax

Happy hour from 5:00pm to 6:30pm in the Great Room

Complimentary fresh fruit, juices, and baked treats

Two resident pugs, Angus and Louie

On-site ATM machine

Butler's Pantry available for guest use

Guest rooms

The 11 air-conditioned guest rooms feature heated floors, flat-screen TVs, and premium bedding. Private bathrooms include walk-in showers, bathrobes, and Malin and Goetz toiletries. Some rooms offer soundproof walls, seating areas, and dining tables. Wine and champagne are provided in select rooms. The Everleigh Room and The Carmen Room are among the named accommodations.

Other conveniences

Free WiFi and streaming services on flat-screen TVs

Tea and coffee makers in rooms

Ironing facilities and electric kettles

Complimentary Vegemite upon request

Publishing House bathrobes and coffee mugs for purchase

Salon services available on the first floor

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

Sinclair Room

Max:

2 persons

455 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Bellow Room

Max:

2 persons

305 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Second City Room

Max:

2 persons

220 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Chicago 1.0 mi

Airports

Midway International (MDW) 9.3 mi

Chicago O'Hare International (ORD) 17.5 mi

Train

Ogilvie Transportation Center4300 ft

Underground

Morgan1700 ft

Racine3000 ft

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking

USD 20 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Barber shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Hotel Location

108 N May Street, Chicago, Illinois, United States, IL 60607

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108 N May Street, Chicago, Illinois, United States, IL 60607

City landmarks

Park

Millennium Park

1.7 mi

Landmark

Skydeck Chicago

1.1 mi

Museum

The Art Institute of Chicago

1.7 mi

Landmark

Willis Tower

1.1 mi

Landmark

360 Chicago Observation Deck

2.0 mi

Art object

Cloud Gate

1.7 mi

Harbour

Navy Pier

2.6 mi

Landmark

The Magnificent Mile

1.8 mi

Landmark

Chicago-style pizza

1.7 mi

Zoo

Lincoln Park Zoo

2.9 mi

Fountain

Buckingham Fountain

1.9 mi

Landmark

Chicago Riverwalk

1.3 mi

Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium

2.4 mi

Theatre

The Chicago Theatre

1.5 mi

Park

Grant Park

2.0 mi

Museum

The Field Museum

2.3 mi

Museum

Chicago Cultural Center

1.6 mi

Stadium

United Center

4700 ft

Landmark

The Rookery Building

1.3 mi

Park

Maggie Daley Park

1.9 mi

Event hall

City Winery

2400 ft

Landmark

Batcolumn

3500 ft

Museum

Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago

2.0 mi

Landmark

Credit Union 1 Arena

1.2 mi

Landmark

Chicago Board of Trade Building

1.3 mi

Landmark

Harpo Studio's

2800 ft

Opera House

Civic Opera House

1.1 mi

Park

Union Park

4700 ft

Landmark

Wndr Museum

2400 ft

Park

Arrigo Park

1.2 mi

Nearby

Museum

National Hellenic Museum

2000 ft

Park

Skinner Park

1700 ft

Restaurants

Chicago Waffles

1000 ft

1104 West Madison Street

Cone Gourmet Ice Cream

1300 ft

1047 W Madison St

The Corned Beef Factory Sandwich Shop

1700 ft

1016 W Lake St

G-Cue Billiards and Restaurant

2000 ft

157 N Morgan St

Do-Rite Donuts & Chicken West Loop

1800 ft

181 N Morgan St

Bonci

1800 ft

161 N Sangamon St

JP Grazianos

2100 ft

901 W Randolph St

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

1900 ft

908 W Randolph St

Palace Grill

1600 ft

1408 W Madison St

Sawada Coffee

2300 ft

112 N Green St

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

3100 ft

847 W Fulton Market

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

Frank

United States, March 2024

9.0/10

I felt like I found the home of my dreams just a little far from downtown Chicago, yet still within reach, offering a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The place takes great care to ensure the best comfort with attention to every detail, though it could be more appealing in some aspects.

Rooms

9.0

The room was awesome - quiet, comfortable with a king size bed. The added touch of an aux cord, Bluetooth speaker, and Netflix on the TV made it even better.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, showing us around the beautiful room and the lovely accommodations of the property. They truly put thought into renovating to ensure a nice atmosphere.

Location

8.0

The location was inviting, albeit a bit far from downtown. However, being close enough to the downtown area yet outside the Loop added an interesting aspect to my Chicago stay.

Dining

10.0

The dining experience was a culinary delight; the delicious food made my stay truly enjoyable.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, especially the fireplace in the common area for a cozy evening. All in all, a really nice bed and breakfast experience.

Chester

United States, December 2023

8.2/10

I had a lovely stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and had plenty of open space, although they were relatively small. The design with two adorable stools to sit on added a modern and hip touch to the overall feel of the B&B.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and had lots of open space, although relatively small. They were adorable and very hip with two stools to sit on.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional. The staff was very attentive and friendly, taking great care in every detail to ensure the best possible comfort during our stay. From showing us the beautiful room to the lovely accommodations of the rest of the B&B, we were beyond impressed.

Location

7.0

The location felt truly inviting and super chic, creating a homey atmosphere. However, it didn't look inviting at all, to be honest. The friendly staff and the fireplace added a nice touch, but being outside of the Loop didn't make it as convenient as we'd hoped.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was beyond perfect. The food was not only delicious, but it felt like a true culinary experience. The eggs were cooked to perfection.

Facilities

Pete

United States, April 2023

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean, spacious, and had great amenities like an aux cord, Bluetooth speaker, and Netflix on the TV. The service was top-notch, with friendly staff who went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. The location was perfect for exploring the city on foot, although not the most inviting from the outside. Dining was excellent with delicious homemade sweets. The facilities were superb, providing everything I needed for a relaxing stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean and had lots of open space, available throughout the day. I loved the additional features like the aux cord, Bluetooth speaker, and Netflix connected to the TV.

Service

10.0

The staff was very friendly and accommodating. They showed us our beautiful room and the lovely accommodations of the hotel, leaving us beyond impressed.

Location

8.0

The location was truly inviting, super chic, and homey. Despite not looking inviting from the outside, it was in a perfect walking distance to downtown, offering a unique charm just outside the Loop.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent, with delicious food and home-made sweets around the bed and breakfast.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, providing everything I needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

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