Wiggly World Pet Hotel & Lounge
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 17 reviews · top 22% in Chicago
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 17 on Google
- Average stars
- 5.00 ★
- Rank
- #78 of 386 in Chicago
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$90 /nightFrom their website, 2026-08-20
$40middle $60$90
Above the Chicago middle price
Sources
Behind the $90
- Source
- Wiggly World Pet Hotel & Lounge’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-08-20
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“DELUXE BOARDING $105/day Kennel-free With Deluxe Boarding, your dog has free roam of our playrooms with around-the-clock supervision ... STANDARD BOARDING $90/day Kenneled”Open their price page ↗
Wiggly World Pet Hotel & Lounge is a dog daycare in Chicago, IL, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 17 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars — #78 of 386 in Chicago. Its website lists boarding from $90–$105 per night and daycare from $56 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 10.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareBoarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $90–$105/night
- Daycare rate
- $56/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Chicago
- #78 of 386
- Google rating
- ★5.0 (17)
- From downtown
- 6.8 mi
- Neighborhood
- Irving Park
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
10/27
10 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-08-20. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements4 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“Proof of vaccination is required to enroll (rabies, distemper, parvovirus, bordetella, and canine influenza H3N2/H3N8).”wigglyworldpethotel.com/new-client-enrollment
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“Documentation of a negative fecal exam result within the last six months is required. We will require a new fecal exam result every six months once your pup is enrolled.”wigglyworldpethotel.com/new-client-enrollment
Spay / neuterRequired
Their words
“All dogs must be cat- and dog-friendly. All dogs must be microchipped. Proof of documentation is required. All dogs must be spayed / neutered.”wigglyworldpethotel.com/new-client-enrollment
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“All dogs must be microchipped. Proof of documentation is required. ... Proof of vaccination is required to enroll”wigglyworldpethotel.com/new-client-enrollment
Operations7 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“your pups will enjoy supervised indoor and outdoor playtime, supervised bathroom breaks in an enclosed yard, and cuddles with an overnight attendant”wigglyworldpethotel.com/boarding
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“All Wiggly World staff are highly-trained pet care professionals with pet first aid and CPR training.”wigglyworldpethotel.com/about-us
Solo care for dogs who skip group playPaid add-on
Their words
“ENRICHMENT SERVICES 30-min walk $26 15-min walk $18 One-on-one play session $12 Brain games $10”wigglyworldpethotel.com/daycare
HousingFree roam or kennel
Their words
“BOARDING Free roam or kennel-based boarding depending on your pup's needs.”wigglyworldpethotel.com/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“On weekends, an attendant will be present with your dog during the day for supervised indoor and outdoor play.”wigglyworldpethotel.com/boarding
Photo / report-card updatesYes — described in 4 reviews, not stated by the facility
Online bookingYes
Their words
“1. CREATE AN ACCOUNT ON OUR CLIENT PORTAL Please answer all questions thoroughly so we can assess your dog properly and place them in the best playgroup.”wigglyworldpethotel.com/new-client-enrollment
Show 16 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
FeedingNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.
Score & reviews
9.6ExceptionalDogs Away score
Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.
What reviewers mention most
friendly staff 5kind staff 4report card 4nice owners 2trustworthy 2small business 2learning 2videos 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Late pick-up
- $20 late pickup fee after 7pm weekdays / 5pm weekends; after 7:15 / 5:15 pm an extra night is charged tooStated on their website
- Cancellation
- Boarding cancelled 7+ days ahead gets 50% back as credit; under 7 days, 100% is chargedStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Daycare: daily report cards on the dog's activities and progressStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $90–$100/night | — | Archived page, 2025-12-10 |
| Now | $90–$105/night | $56/day | Their website, 2026-08-20 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 9 AM–5 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- ORD · Chicago O'Hare
- 9.9 mi
- MDW · Chicago Midway
- 11.6 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 AM – 7 PM
- Open Sunday
- Yes
Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.
Location
3918 N Elston Ave Unit#1, Chicago, IL 60618
6.8 miles from downtown Chicago · Irving Park · Get directions
Amenities & details
Identifies as Latino-ownedIdentifies as women-ownedOnsite servicesLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespaceFree street parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Wiggly World Pet Hotel & Lounge
What services does Wiggly World Pet Hotel & Lounge offer?
Wiggly World Pet Hotel & Lounge is listed as a dog day care center in Chicago, IL, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Wiggly World Pet Hotel & Lounge charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $90–$105 per night and daycare at $56 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-08-20). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Chicago median published boarding rate is $60/night.
What vaccines does Wiggly World Pet Hotel & Lounge require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Wiggly World Pet Hotel & Lounge?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Wiggly World Pet Hotel & Lounge compare with other Chicago facilities?
It ranks #78 of 386 in the Chicago index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 17 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Wiggly World Pet Hotel & Lounge, Chicago, IL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/chicago-il/wiggly-world-pet-hotel-and-lounge/Similar places near Chicago
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