Loyola University Chicago

Residence Life

Loyola Area Guide

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Getting Around | Shopping | Hotels | Hospitals

The Loyola University Chicago Lake Shore Campus is located in the heart of Chicago's Rogers Park neighborhood and our Water Tower Campus is located in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood. The university also has institutes and centers in Maywood and Vernon Hills.

With our various campuses and many unique neighborhoods, museums, parks, and cultural centers located throughout Chicago; you'll love exploring the city. 

Living in Chicago, you'll never run out of new and interesting places to explore. There are so many people, places, and possibilities that make Chicago a great place to live and learn. EXPLORE MORE  |  EXPLORE SAFELY

Getting Around Chicago

By Campus Shuttle

Campus Transportation operates an intercampus shuttle between the Lake Shore Campus and Water Tower Campus.

By Public Transit 

The CTA (Chicago Transit Authority) operates train and bus systems that will take you almost anywhere in the city. Full-time students receive a CTA U-Pass, which provides unlimited train and bus fare during most academic terms.

By Bicycle

For students interested in biking around campus and in Chicago, there is plenty of bicycle parking available on campus.

Don't have your own bike? No problem. Divvy Bikes is a city-wide bicycle sharing program, which offers a discount membership for Loyola students.

You can also rent a bicycle on campus through ChainLinks, Loyola's student run one-stop bicycle shop. ChainLinks also offers bicycle repairs and service.

By Car

With so many convenient, cost effective, and efficient transportation options, most students find that they do not need a car on campus. Students who wish to park on campus, may purchase a permit through Campus Transportation. Parking on campus is limited and is not available at all halls.

Local Shopping

There are many shopping options near our Lake Shore and Water Tower Campuses. We've compiled a list of some common shopping locations below.

 

 

Lake Shore Campus

Water Tower Campus

Groceries

Devon Market

1440 W. Devon Avenue

6 blocks west on Devon

Whole Foods

30 W. Huron Street

CTA Red Line - Chicago

Aldi

6221 N. Broadway Street

CTA Red Line - Granville

Trader Joe's

44 E. Ontario Street

West of Michigan Avenue

Super Stores

Target

4466 N Broadway Street

CTA Red Line - Wilson

Target

1154 S. Clark Street

CTA Red Line - Roosevelt

Hardware

Clark - Devon Hardware

6401 N. Clark Street

CTA Red Line - Loyola

Gordon's Ace Hardware

440 N. Orleans Street

CTA Red Line - Grand

Home

Bed Bath & Beyond

2838 N. Broadway

CTA Purple Line - Diversey

Bed Bath & Beyond 

530 N. State Street

CTA Red Line - Chicago

School Supplies

Office Depot

6165 N. Lincoln Avenue

Office Depot

352 W. Grand Avenue

CTA Red Line - Grand

Information above is not an endorsement of businesses listed.

Nearby Hotels and Lodging

While the Department of Residence Life does not offer guest housing, you can find accommodations near our Lake Shore and Water Tower Campuses.

 

Hotels and Lodging Near Campus

HAMPTON INN - CHICAGO NORTH/LOYOLA STATION

(Loyola's Preferred Hotel Provider - located steps from the Lake Shore Campus)

1209 W. Albion Avenue

Chicago, IL 60626

312.265.5800

Located across the street from the Loyola Lake Shore Campus,

accessible by public transit.

The Flats at Loyola Station
1216 W. Arthur Avenue
Chicago, IL 60626

312.450.0200

Located across the street from the Loyola Lake Shore Campus,

accessible by public transit.

Loyola Conference Services Guest Housing

26 E. Pearson Street

Chicago, IL 60611

Located on the Loyola Water Tower Campus in Baumhart Hall,

accessible by public transit.

Holiday Inn Chicago North- Evanston

(Use the link to receive a Loyola Preferred Rate)
1501 Sherman Avenue
Evanston, Illinois 60201
800.465.4329 or 847.491.6400

Located 15 minutes north of the Loyola Lake Shore Campus,

accessible by public transit.

Hilton Orrington/Evanston
1710 Orrington Avenue
Evanston, Illinois 60201
847.866.8700

Located 15 minutes north of the Loyola Lake Shore Campus,

accessible by public transit.

North Shore Doubletree
9599 Skokie Boulevard
Skokie, Illinois 60077
847.679.7000

Located 30 minutes west of the Loyola Lake Shore Campus,

accessible by limited public transit.

Hilton Garden Inn
1818 Maple Avenue
Evanston, Illinois 60201
847.475.6400

Located 15 minutes north of the Loyola Lake Shore Campus,

accessible by public transit.

The Talbott Hotel

20 East Delaware Place

Chicago, IL 60611

312.944.4970

Located 2 blocks north of the Loyola Water Tower Campus,

accessible by public transit. 

Information above is not an endorsement of hotels listed.

For availability and pricing, please contact hotels directly.

Additional listings available through Conference Services

Local Hospitals

There are several Hospitals located near both the Lake Shore and Water Tower Campuses. For non-emergent medical needs and/or counseling services, students may visit the Loyola University Chicago Wellness Center.

Near Lake Shore Campus

Near Water Tower Campus