Ray's Bucktown B&B

3.5 star property

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BBQ/picnic Area
Flamingo Room (First Floor) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains
Hallway

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry

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2144 N. Leavitt St, Chicago, IL, 60647
  • Wrigley Field
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Millennium Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Navy Pier
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Room with a View (Second Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 185 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Egret Room (Second Floor)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

East Room (Lower Level)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 260 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Skylight Room (Upstairs)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Eagles Nest (Second Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Chickadee room (First Floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Woodpecker (Second Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Flamingo Room (First Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cardinal Room (First Floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

DaVinci Room (Second Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 392 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Cuckoo Room (Second Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 96 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Ray's Bucktown B&B

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Lincoln Park Zoo
A rooftop terrace, a 24-hour business centre and coffee/tea in a common area are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. Free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, spa services, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Ray's Bucktown B&B offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and shared/communal kitchens. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.
The free breakfast at Ray's Bucktown B&B gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Milwaukee Avenue. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a 24-hour business centre. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a 24-hour business centre and laundry facilities
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the breakfast
  • 5 minutes by car from Lincoln Park Zoo and 6 minutes from Wrigley Field
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and a library are also featured at the business-friendly Ray's Bucktown B&B. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Chicago bed & breakfast is smoke free.

Guests are served a free cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 11 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVR
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that 2 cats reside at this property
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per accommodation, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Guests should know that 2 cats live at this property. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at Ray's Bucktown B&B.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Ray's Bucktown B&B Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 340 out of 372 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 372 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 372 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 372 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 372 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about it!!! The staff, for sure!!! The building and all the fun stuff inside! Breakfast! The neighborhood! I could live there!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mairead

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great, the staff was kind, and it was a pleasant surprise.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very welcoming

The building is super interesting with all the art work. Breakfast is great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, ABERGAVENNY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for Metro into city did not use my car at all for 4 nights Wrigley field walking distance
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed a wonderful stay at Ray’s Bucktown BnB. The staff were fantastic and incredibly helpful and nice. The cook to order breakfast was excellent with generous proportions. We will certainly return in future visits to Chicago. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ray's Bucktown B&B will exceed your expectations!

This was superb. Very safe and secure. Much attention to the details which make a stay enjoyable. Fabulous made to order breakfast. I highly recommend Ray's!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stumbled upon this excellent B &B. The neighborhood was lovely with all the spring blooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Very personalized experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Neighborhood gem

Amazing property! Cooked to order breakfast, staff off the charts hospitable and friendly. The whole feel of the space is inviting and calm. My room was a cozy little respite from the city, though in a walkable neighborhood. It was home away from home. Definitely want to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a rad spot...great staff, A M A Z I N G breakfast (can I say Nutella and banana stuffed French toast?!), nice sauna on premise, clean rooms, so much to look at, and I parked in the garage! Will be back...daughters had a blast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This used to be Ray's photo studio, because he was a professional photographer. That probably wouldn't matter to most people, but I am also a professional photographer and I really enjoyed talking with Ray about birds and his travels. I really appreciated the indoor parking, and the breakfasts were very large. The staff was very friendly and helpful in explaining everything that we had access to in the building. It would be a great stop for kids because of all the games available. Loved it, and will stay there again the next time we visit Chicago!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

M. Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chawn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This B&B is a gem. Loved it. It’s like staying in someone’s huge, comfortable home with a fabulous hostess. Plenty of parking, creative decor, and the huge made to order breakfast is fabulous. They have snacks, homemade baked goods and all kinds of drinks in the kitchen. They serve breakfast until 11 for late risers. Laundry, sauna, steam room. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very unique, fun, and accommodating place to stay. They made check-in super easy. The building was fun to explore. The breakfast was excellent! Even though they were out of parking in their garage, there was plenty of free street parking available in the area. Definitely would recommend to anyone staying in Chicago.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Haley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unexpected Gem!

My niece and I stayed at Ray's for the Billie Eilish concert. The beds could have been more comfortable BUT the next day when we were checking out they actually had all new mattresses delivered! So that's nice! The property manager was great! The breakfast *chef's kiss*! And the free garage packing?! Come on! I felt safe, comfortable and told my bff this is where we're staying for. Our next trip to Chicago! The sauna and steam shower were nice too!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I chose Rays s it was conveniently located near my client. A B&B would never be my choice for a business trip but I feel lucky I found this place. Great accommodations. Felt like a mini vacation. I’m returning when I can.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ailyn

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were in town visiting family and needed a place for one night. Perfect for us. Easy to find near our family with free parking. Breakfast was delicious and staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024