CHICAGO Pet Friendly Hotel With Parking For Truck & Trailer

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Curious where you did find a spot for it.

FULLTIMEWANABE wrote:
Thanks a million for all your feedback and suggestions. I did find BringFido.com website and went through the hotels detailed there. Found them Super 6 Schiller at $64.99/night plus tax, and Scott on front desk was oh so helpful on "don't go there, go here etc" for cheaper parking in DT Chicago. Daughter said after they arrived a day earlier yesterday, he was also wonderful with tips and tricks in person.

Report from first night last night was "thanks mum, love the hotel, great to have air conditioned room, and I'm going to shampoo my hair twice" (LOL). Then late last night close to midnight I got this imessage "Was a very very good night :) we had lots of fun and did lots of exploring. The water is absolutely beautiful, Luna had a great swim, wonderful dinner on waterfront, explored pier. We just getting back to our hotel now xoxo".

So mum and the caring rv.net forum members have come to the rescue of a continuing great vacation yet again for these late 20 and early 30's folks. Yep they'll be "the kids" till I'm 6ft under!

Thanks to you all.

PS: FWIW, and might interest some on how energetic we all once were when limited time to travel due to work: Future son-in-law really did an awesome conversion of the horse box and grooms area into a mini kitchen set up with fridge and mini generator etc, but no air conditioning. Also has it's own "loo" onboard. Don't think they considered just how humid and hot it is out on the East versus west mountainous area we live in generally (LOL).

They left last Thursday night from Alberta, boondocked in Babb MT, did Glacier on Fri, then boondocked south of Ennis. Did Yellowstone and onto Cody for late night Rodeo on Saturday and stayed Wallyworld there (told it's the most beautiful set up WM for dry camping ever, with sprinklers on grass areas etc etc LOL). Sunday they explored around Cody and lake time and did dinner show early evening and then drove on to Sheridan to O/N. Monday explored DT historic Sheridan areas, then on to Occidental Hotel look see Butch Cassidy/Sundance Kid in Buffalo, then lake time enroute to Spearfish fish hatchery to then Mt Rushmore seen in daylight and lit up at 9.40pm. Boondocked on NFS land so on Tuesday morning did BearCountryUSA, then Wall Drugs, then stopped at Chamberlain Boat ramp area on Missouri River = awesome swimming time again. Then drove on to City Fair Grounds passed Worthington near Blue Edge to dry camp. Wednesday went to Sioux Falls to explore the park and Japanese gardens and waterfalls to then heavy drive to Chicago where they got there yesterday afternoon. Makes me tired just typing this LOL, yet that's how we used to travel with a young family during the heavy working years LOL.

Fantastic to hear on so many levels:C. Where did they wind up parking the rig? At the hotel or somewhere else?

rockhillmanor wrote:

park the RV and truck at the convention center

Can I ask why you want to go to Chicago?
Besides it not being RV friendly there really is nothing great to see there. Born and raised in Chicago and all there is of interest is the Museum of science and industry and the Museum of Natural History, which by the way all big cities have the same thing.

:eek:
Putting the RV friendly part to the side (lots of cities suffer from that issue;)) I wuvvvvvvvvvvvv Chitown! Used to visit Charlie Trotter's place ever opportunity my mouth got. Mourned his death mightily. The boat tour(s) that emphasize the amazing architecture along the RiverWalk. The planetarium with an ethos different from the one I grew up seeing regularly (Hayden's). Yes, of course the Field's Museum.

Heck I spend more time being a stereotypical tourist there than here which makes perfect sense since familiarity breeds massive amts of contempt and all. I'm fine with not visiting more than the base of the Statute of Liberty since my 6th grade school trip; the man's badge of honor is he's never entered the Guggenheim, MOMA or Frick but err already told him NOT to boast about THAT to DGD:. Spending one's waking life with a caveman is good enuf for one generation :D;).

Thanks a million for all your feedback and suggestions. I did find BringFido.com website and went through the hotels detailed there. Found them Super 6 Schiller at $64.99/night plus tax, and Scott on front desk was oh so helpful on "don't go there, go here etc" for cheaper parking in DT Chicago. Daughter said after they arrived a day earlier yesterday, he was also wonderful with tips and tricks in person.

Report from first night last night was "thanks mum, love the hotel, great to have air conditioned room, and I'm going to shampoo my hair twice" (LOL). Then late last night close to midnight I got this imessage "Was a very very good night :) we had lots of fun and did lots of exploring. The water is absolutely beautiful, Luna had a great swim, wonderful dinner on waterfront, explored pier. We just getting back to our hotel now xoxo".

So mum and the caring rv.net forum members have come to the rescue of a continuing great vacation yet again for these late 20 and early 30's folks. Yep they'll be "the kids" till I'm 6ft under!

Thanks to you all.

PS: FWIW, and might interest some on how energetic we all once were when limited time to travel due to work: Future son-in-law really did an awesome conversion of the horse box and grooms area into a mini kitchen set up with fridge and mini generator etc, but no air conditioning. Also has it's own "loo" onboard. Don't think they considered just how humid and hot it is out on the East versus west mountainous area we live in generally (LOL).

They left last Thursday night from Alberta, boondocked in Babb MT, did Glacier on Fri, then boondocked south of Ennis. Did Yellowstone and onto Cody for late night Rodeo on Saturday and stayed Wallyworld there (told it's the most beautiful set up WM for dry camping ever, with sprinklers on grass areas etc etc LOL). Sunday they explored around Cody and lake time and did dinner show early evening and then drove on to Sheridan to O/N. Monday explored DT historic Sheridan areas, then on to Occidental Hotel look see Butch Cassidy/Sundance Kid in Buffalo, then lake time enroute to Spearfish fish hatchery to then Mt Rushmore seen in daylight and lit up at 9.40pm. Boondocked on NFS land so on Tuesday morning did BearCountryUSA, then Wall Drugs, then stopped at Chamberlain Boat ramp area on Missouri River = awesome swimming time again. Then drove on to City Fair Grounds passed Worthington near Blue Edge to dry camp. Wednesday went to Sioux Falls to explore the park and Japanese gardens and waterfalls to then heavy drive to Chicago where they got there yesterday afternoon. Makes me tired just typing this LOL, yet that's how we used to travel with a young family during the heavy working years LOL.

park the RV and truck at the convention center

I parked my MH at McCormick place ONCE for an event there.
$100 bucks to park in a concrete lot no hookups! And that was 10 years ago it probably costs double that now.

AND because where McCormick place is located, do NOT leave anything parked overnight there or unattended, it will NOT be there in the morning. :W

Can I ask why you want to go to Chicago?
Besides it not being RV friendly there really is nothing great to see there. Born and raised in Chicago and all there is of interest is the Museum of science and industry and the Museum of Natural History, which by the way all big cities have the same thing.

I'd be more inclined to look for something in 'Burbs around Chicago near a Metra station. Much more likely to find a place that can accommodate the truck and trailer, and the Metra will take you right downtown.

Metra map

rockhillmanor wrote:
Chicago and truck and RV trailer friendly can't be used in the same sentence!!

Just be aware that trucks are not allowed in town in Chicago nor on LSD.

And I found out when I had just a plain passenger van that the outdoor lots charge $100.00 a day for vans. they don't care if you are construction or not they charge $100 per day for vans. Don't know i that also includes trucks.

Obvious reason they don't want construction workers in their lots all day only paying the car parking fees. :R

I argued it with the lot attendant to the point of almost getting arrested. :W

Correct; trucks are not allowed to park OR drive on LSD. Been going on pretty much since the parkway was developed. And some of the residential areas frown upon them as well ie. easy to get a ticket.

Similar regulations in NYC BUT here it can only be enforced for commercial vehicles and they are given special plates. Oh and commercial vehicles can park in public garages here but rarely do; actually no one in their right mind driving whatever parks longterm in Midtown. The prices are "shudder-ible" for whoever enters.

I forgot about that 2nd City anomaly so thanks for the reminder:).

As this relates to FTW's needs prolly means his kids need to find a motel outside of the city proper that is close to public transport to tour the city. My hotel info and contacts don't relate/work in motels so sorry I can't be of any further help:(.

ETA: would they consider parking at a campground and possibly either kenneling the dog or staying in town with the dog and leaving the RV and truck at the site? Chitown has Uber and ZipCars, as well as traditional car rentals to get around as well as public transport.

http://chicago.cbslocal.com/top-lists/best-campgrounds-in-the-chicago-area/

OR simplify the Wynns' idea and park the RV and truck at the convention center and then stay in a pet friendly locale:

http://www.gonewiththewynns.com/downtown-chicago-rv-camping



Just trying to think outside the box.

Chicago and truck and RV trailer friendly can't be used in the same sentence!!

Just be aware that trucks are not allowed in town in Chicago nor on LSD.

And I found out when I had just a plain passenger van that the outdoor lots charge $100.00 a day for vans. they don't care if you are construction or not they charge $100 per day for vans. Don't know i that also includes trucks.

Obvious reason they don't want construction workers in their lots all day only paying the car parking fees. :R

I argued it with the lot attendant to the point of almost getting arrested. :W

FULLTIMEWANABE wrote:
Can you help guide me to Pet Friendly, RV Parking Friendly Hotel/Motel for two nights this Thurs & Friday with easy access to the main attractions of Chicago.

Kids did a horse box conversion and have been having a blast going across from West to East thus far, but it's getting really humid for sleeping at night.

Have their GSD furl with them, and asked me for a couple of nights exploring Chicago (were going to stay at Bus Parking McCormick Centre like GonewiththeWynns did in the trailer but too hot and humid) if there's a hotel/motel that's pet friendly.

Need something with parking space for their truck and trailer, pet friendly and either access to dog friendly transportation to DT and the river walk areas/university grounds etc or can easily drive truck (leave trailer at hotel/motel) and where to park nearby all the happenings.

Thanks guys really appreciate your help and feedback asap. They just sprung this on me this morning.

FTW.

The Sheraton allows dogs to stay for free. With a size limit of 75 pounds, this is a choice destination for larger dogs.

Pet Policy
Dogs are allowed under the following guidelines:
• Dogs are not to exceed 75 pounds.
• Dogs can not be left alone in the guest room at any time.
• Dogs are not allowed in any area where food is served.
• Guest must sign a liability waiver and leave their cell phone number at check-in.
• Cats are not permitted in the hotel.

The hotel garage's height limit is 6'6" but there is an open lot garage around the corner at Eleanor and Columbus.

HTH.

Looks like there are a bazillion dog friendly motels around Chicago.

Check out this app: Bring Fido

Find the motel that sounds promising, then call their 800 number and see if they can accommodate a longer rig. If truck drivers sleep there, then an RV will fit also.