Apache found in Chicago Motel

It's no wigwam, but it's as good a place as any for an Apache Chief to feel at home. We're talking about the Apache Motel on 5535 N Lincoln Ave in Chicago. In their own words, the Apache Motel offers all the comforts of franchise Chicago motels and hotels, but not the price. Rates at the Apache start from $59.

For which rate you get a King room with a mini-refrigerator, tables and chairs, a ncie desk with a round mirror (which makes it look kind of like a movie set), a dinky TV, nice big windows and a big bed with headboard and all, easy colors and bright lighting. They also have suites and doubles, in case you need bigger digs.

You'll need a drive to get to the downtown Chicago attractions about 9-10 miles away, and about the same to O'Hare airport, but it's well worth it, considering the price. If it's any consolation, Wrigley Field is only 4 miles off, and there's no shortage of restaurants in the vicinity.

Info: 5535 N Lincoln Ave Chicago IL 60625; (773) 728-9400; www.apachemotelchicago.com/