What's included at The Wade — and what costs extra
The Wade includes a 24-hour front desk, a 24-hour fitness center (complimentary for guests), an indoor year-round pool with an adjoining sun deck, on-site dining at Current and Current Bar, wireless internet (sources conflict on whether it's complimentary), and access to 19 meeting rooms and event spaces. Extra costs you should expect: valet parking (valet-only), meals and drinks at Current (breakfast is charged separately), possible incidental/deposit holds at check-in, and some paid services like dry cleaning or meeting catering.
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What’s included in your room rate
Standard room rates cover your guest room and basic in-room amenities; The Wade has 520 guest rooms across a 33-story tower. Room types include Room, City View; Room, Lake View; Premium Room, Lake View; and Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View.
Included services commonly available to overnight guests are 24-hour front-desk service, luggage storage, and access to the on-site business center and meeting rooms. Wi‑Fi availability is listed by different sources both as complimentary and as surcharge-based, so expect variation depending on the rate or booking channel.
- Access to the 24-hour fitness center (complimentary for registered guests)
- Indoor swimming pool and outdoor sun deck (pool is open year-round; some sources describe it as adults-only)
- 24-hour business center and photocopier services
- Access to hotel public spaces: lobby bar/lounge and Current restaurant
| Room name | Bed options | Typical view |
|---|---|---|
| Room, City View | 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds | City skyline |
| Room, Lake View | 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds | Lake Michigan |
| Premium Room, Lake View | 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds | Lake Michigan (larger windows / corner options) |
Pool, fitness, and wellness — what’s free and what may cost extra
The Wade features a single indoor swimming pool with lounge seating and an adjoining outdoor sun deck; sources say the pool is open year-round and offers city and lake views. At least one booking listing describes the indoor pool as reserved for adults; the hotel's official materials note the pool and deck but do not explicitly state an age policy, so check with the front desk if pool access matters to your group.
The 24-hour fitness center is complimentary for hotel guests and includes weight-training machines and cardio equipment. There is no confirmed in-house spa brand under the current property name; spa services listed in past reviews belonged to the hotel's former W branding or to nearby third-party studios.
- Indoor pool — open year-round; check with the hotel about adult-only rules
- Sun deck/terrace adjacent to the pool with city and lake views
- 24-hour fitness center — complimentary to guests
- No confirmed on-site spa under 'The Wade' name (nearby third-party wellness studios are listed separately)
| Facility | Guest access | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Indoor pool | Available to guests | Year-round; adult-only status appears in some listings—confirm with hotel |
| Fitness center | Complimentary for guests | Open 24 hours; weight and cardio equipment |
| Spa services | Not confirmed on-site | Nearby third-party spas are listed in hotel materials |
Dining and bar charges
Current is The Wade’s on-site restaurant serving seasonal American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner; breakfast is available for a surcharge. Current Bar and the Living Room Bar offer cocktails and small plates in the lobby and restaurant areas. Hours vary and the hotel posts specific times for Current’s breakfast and evening services.
Social Hour runs Monday–Friday at Current from 4:00–6:00 PM, offering beer, wine and spirits paired with casual fare. Outdoor seasonal spaces such as the Chandon Garden patio operate in warmer months and are subject to seasonal hours and menus.
- Cooked-to-order breakfast at Current is billed separately (listed on some booking sites as a paid meal)
- Current Bar and Living Room Bar serve cocktails and small plates — drinks are charged a la carte
- Event catering and plated menus for weddings or meetings are additional line items
| Venue | Serves | Typical charge status |
|---|---|---|
| Current | Breakfast, lunch, dinner | Meals charged to your folio (breakfast not included in standard room rates) |
| Current Bar | Cocktails & small plates | Charged a la carte |
| Living Room Bar | Cocktails, late-night | Charged a la carte |
Parking, incidental holds, and payment policies
The Wade provides valet-only parking for guests; multiple guest-review sources report valet charges in the range of about $83–$86 per night, though prices can vary and should be confirmed on arrival. The hotel lists accessible parking options as well.
Expect the hotel to request a government-issued photo ID and a credit card at check-in. Some booking sites note an incidental/deposit hold (reported around $200) may be placed on debit or credit cards at check-in for incidentals and damages.
- Valet-only parking — confirm current nightly fee at arrival
- ID and credit card typically required at check-in for incidentals
- Incidental/deposit holds have been reported (amounts vary by booking source)
| Item | Typical practice |
|---|---|
| Parking | Valet-only; reported charges around $83–$86/night on some sites |
| Incidental hold | A deposit/hold (commonly reported around $200) may be placed at check-in |
| ID | Government-issued photo ID required for primary guest at check-in |
Meetings, events and wedding services — what’s covered and what you’ll pay extra for
The Wade has 19 meeting rooms totaling more than 20,386 sq ft of flexible event space, including Altitude (rooftop ballroom) and The Wade Terrace for outdoor ceremonies. Room rental, set-up, audiovisual equipment, and catering are managed through the hotel’s event services and are typically billed separately from guest-room rates.
Event packages, food-and-beverage minimums, AV rental, and staffing are additional costs for weddings, conferences, and receptions. The hotel lists capacities for many spaces (Altitude up to 234 guests, Great Room up to 250 seated), but rental terms and prices vary by event and date.
- Venue rental fees for rooms like Altitude and Great Room are separate from guest rooms
- Catering and bar service are billed per event through Current or the hotel’s event team
- AV equipment, staging, and dedicated event staffing incur additional charges
| Space | Capacity (reported) |
|---|---|
| Altitude (33rd floor) | Up to 234 guests |
| Great Room (6th floor) | Up to 250 guests (ballroom-style) |
| Multiple studios/workrooms | Smaller capacities (varied by room) |
Accessibility, pets, and other guest services
The Wade is smoke-free and provides wheelchair-accessible routes, elevators (with 41-inch door width reported) and accessible guest rooms and public washrooms. The hotel’s front desk can assist with accessible-room requests and details.
The property is pet-friendly; some booking listings specify dogs up to 40 pounds with a maximum of two pets per room, but policies and any pet fees should be confirmed by calling ahead. Additional guest services such as dry cleaning, laundry, and 24-hour business center use are available and usually billed to the guest.
- Wheelchair-accessible rooms and public areas; Braille signage available
- Pet-friendly policy reported (call to confirm size limits, fees, and restrictions)
- Dry cleaning and laundry services available for a surcharge
- 24-hour business center — services may be charged per use
| Service | Availability / notes |
|---|---|
| Accessible rooms | Offered; front desk can confirm specifics |
| Pets | Pet-friendly — some sites report dogs up to 40 lbs, max two per room; call ahead |
| Dry cleaning / laundry | Available for a fee |
