The Neighborhood
- Award-Winning Heritage
- Prime Wicker Park Location
- The Urban Inn Concept
- Boutique Luxury
- Intentional "Digital Detox"
Experience Tranquility at Golden Arm
Golden Arm is modeled in the classic European tradition of an Urban Inn. We believe that travel should be an opportunity to disconnect from the noise and reconnect with yourself. By design, we provide a self-sufficient, independent experience for the modern traveler.
To protect the peace of our guests, we have intentionally omitted telephones and televisions from our rooms. We don’t offer 24-hour reception or bellman services; instead, we offer a private, serene, and "clean-living" environment where your privacy is our priority.
West Town & Wicker Park
Where Chicago’s Heart Beats.
Don’t just visit Chicago—inhabit it.
The Golden Arm - Formerly Ruby Room - is tucked into the city’s most creative crossroads, where century-old architecture meets a modern, independent spirit. This isn't the Chicago of souvenir shops and convention centers; it’s the Chicago of tree-lined streets, mural-covered alleys, and the people who make the city move.
The Flavor
Start your morning at a sun-drenched coffee shop and end it at a late-night kitchen that stays open for the night owls. From Michelin-starred bites to the city’s best tacos and house-made vermouth, you’re steps away from a world-class culinary scene.
The Scene
Spend your afternoons digging through crates at legendary record stores, browsing independent boutiques, or exploring local art galleries. As the sun sets, the neighborhood transforms into a hub for buzzy cocktail bars and cozy wine spots.
"Best in the City" — Chicago Magazine
Golden Arm (formerly the Ruby Room Inn) has long been recognized as one of Chicago's most unique overnight destinations. Nestled in a historic 19th-century building, the property is a masterpiece of fine woodworking, crown molding, and architectural soul.
While our name has evolved to Golden Arm, our dedication to providing a "Healing Sanctuary" remains unchanged.
Preserving the past
As a historic Wicker Park landmark, Golden Arm retains its original layout, which means we do not offer an elevator. We encourage guests to keep this in mind when planning their stay.
To ensure an undisturbed atmosphere, we do not enter your room during your stay unless requested. Guest rooms are thoroughly serviced weekly, and we are happy to refresh towels every third day upon request.
Discover Our Rooms
Our guest rooms are a blend of modern design and historic soul. Featuring original fine woodworking, crown molding, and hand-selected antiques, each space is a clean, relaxing refuge from the city’s energy.
Discover Our Rooms
Our guest rooms are a blend of modern design and historic soul. Featuring original fine woodworking, crown molding, and hand-selected antiques, each space is a clean, relaxing refuge from the city’s energy.
