Sophy Hyde Park, Chicago

SOPHY Hyde Park, a 98-room boutique hotel, offers Deluxe King Rooms, Deluxe Double Queen Rooms, Novel Suites, Dorchester Suites, and Opus Suites. Rooms include hardwood flooring, a 55-inch flat-screen TV, an executive desk with chair, premium linens, plush pillows, a Bluetooth alarm clock, and blackout drapes. Marble tiled bathrooms offer a walk-in shower and bath products. Select suites feature a living/dining space, a full-sized wardrobe, a workstation, and a double vanity. Opus Suites add a kitchen with a four-burner stove top, microwave, refrigerated drawers, dishware, and island seating.

Mesler Chicago restaurant features dishes composed of creativity and local infusions while drawing inspiration from a range of cuisines. Other popular menu items are Shrimp and Grits, Chicken & Pearl Sugar Waffles and a black tagliatelle pasta served with a saffron lobster cream sauce. Weekend brunch is served Friday through Sunday, with dishes like Crab Cakes Benedict and Vegetable and Quinoa Hash. The bar offers beverages, wines, craft brews, and savory bites. The Sanctuary is an alfresco space that offers cocktails and lighter fare.

SOPHY Hyde Park provides access to local attractions. The Museum of Science and Industry features exhibits such as Farm Tech and Science Storms. Navy Pier offers attractions, dining, and an IMAX Theater. Guests can visit the DuSable Museum of African American History, Hyde Park Art Center and the University of Chicago. The hotel has the capacity to host small gatherings and meetings in a private dining room with access to an outdoor sanctuary, as well as Opus Suites. A 24/7 fitness center is available.

Located in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood, SOPHY is near the University of Chicago, the Museum of Science & Industry, and Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House. The hotel is across 53rd Street from the 'Kissing Rock', marking where Barack and Michelle Obama shared their first kiss. Nearby landmarks include the Rockefeller Memorial Chapel (1.5 km), the DuSable Museum of African American History (1.5 km) and Lakefront Trail (2.5 km). The Green Line is accessible via the 55th Street/Garfield station, located 2 miles from the hotel. Chicago Midway Airport is 8.9 miles away, while Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 25.3 miles away.

SOPHY Hyde Park offers a complimentary business center and room service. Discounted off-site self-parking is available for $34 per night, per vehicle. The hotel is dog-friendly (50lbs and under, $75 fee per pet, per stay). ADA features include a street-level public entrance, accessible guestrooms and public entrances to food and beverage areas. Free Wi-Fi is available in rooms. Guests can check out Happy Hour Entertainment on Thursdays.