Congress Plaza Hotel at Grant Park
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Hotel Overview
Great Location!
Loved the location of this hotel. Right near the train, which I highly recommend using to get...
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Dan Bzly
- May 12, 2013
congress stay
had a wonderful time. this hotel is a great part of history.
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jewellr22
- Apr 17, 2013
Historic hotel on Michigan Avenue by Grant Park
Guests at the Congress Plaza Hotel at Grant Park hotel enjoy value prices and a convenient location across from Grant Park, Buckingham Fountain, Millennium Park, the Art Institute and Lake Michigan. Designed to accommodate large groups, the 850-room hotel has hosted legions of tourists, conventioneers and even the nation’s presidents since the World’s Columbian Exposition in 1893. Its presence among Chicago architecture is unmistakable: Just look for the oversized sign in all red caps.Congress Plaza Hotel at Grant Park Rooms
- Lakefront King
- Guest room with one king-sized bed. Rooms face Lake Michigan and Buckingham Fountain and can accommodate a maximum of 2 quests. All rooms have cable satellite T.V., coffee maker, radio and voice mail, high speed internet connection for $9.95 + TAX for 24 hours and Movies on Demand.
- Lakefront Suite
- Guest room with one king-sized bed. Rooms face Lake Michigan and Buckingham Fountain and can accommodate a maximum of 2 quests. All rooms have cable satellite T.V., coffee maker, radio and voice mail, high speed internet connection for $9.95 + TAX for 24 hours and Movies on Demand.
- Standard Double
- Guest room with two double beds and can accommodate a maximum of 4 guests. All rooms have cable satellite T.V., coffee maker, radio and voice mail, high speed internet connection for $9.95 + TAX for 24 hours and Movies on Demand.
- City View King Suite
- Guest room with one king-sized bed. Accommodate a maximum of 2 guests. All rooms have cable satellite T.V., coffee maker, radio and voice mail, high speed internet connection for $9.95 + TAX for 24 hours and Movies on Demand.
- Standard Room - 1 Double Bed
- Guest room with one double bed and can accommodate a maximum of two guests. All rooms have cable satellite T.V., coffee maker, radio and voice mail, high speed internet connection for $9.95 + TAX for 24 hours and Movies on Demand.
- Standard King
- Guest room with one king-sized bed and can accommodate a maximum of two guests. All rooms have cable satellite T.V., coffee maker, radio and voice mail, high speed internet connection for $9.95 + TAX for 24 hours and Movies on Demand.
Amenities
- High-speed internet
- General
- Concierge
- Activities
- Health club
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Internet
- High-speed internet
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Hotel Map
- Area served
- Chicago, IL
- Nearby airports
- Midway and O'Hare International Airports
- Area description
- Adjacent to Grant Park and Buckingham Fountain. Near Millenium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago, Museum Campus, Symphony Center, and the Sears Tower.
Nearby points of interest
- Auditorium Building: 0.1 mi
- Harold Washington Library: 0.2 mi
- Chicago Architecture Foundation: 0.3 mi
- Buckingham Fountain: 0.3 mi
- Symphony Center: 0.3 mi
- Grant Park: 0.3 mi
- Printers Square: 0.3 mi
- Art Institute of Chicago: 0.3 mi
- Crown Fountain: 0.4 mi
- Bank of America Theatre: 0.4 mi
- Chicago Board of Trade: 0.5 mi
- State Street: 0.5 mi
- Cloud Gate: 0.5 mi
- Shubert Theatre: 0.5 mi
- Pritzker Pavilion: 0.6 mi
- Auditorium Building: 0.1 mi
- Harold Washington Library: 0.2 mi
- Chicago Architecture Foundation: 0.3 mi
- Buckingham Fountain: 0.3 mi
- Symphony Center: 0.3 mi
- Grant Park: 0.3 mi
- Printers Square: 0.3 mi
- Art Institute of Chicago: 0.3 mi
- Crown Fountain: 0.4 mi
- Bank of America Theatre: 0.4 mi
- Chicago Board of Trade: 0.5 mi
- State Street: 0.5 mi
- Cloud Gate: 0.5 mi
- Shubert Theatre: 0.5 mi
- Pritzker Pavilion: 0.6 mi
- Sears Tower: 0.6 mi
- Yacht Club: 0.6 mi
- Chicago Cultural Center: 0.6 mi
- Marshall Fields: 0.6 mi
- Harris Theater: 0.6 mi
- Oriental Theatre: 0.7 mi
- City Hall: 0.7 mi
- Chicago Theater: 0.7 mi
- Goodman Theatre: 0.7 mi
- Prudential Plaza: 0.7 mi
- Field Museum of Natural History: 0.7 mi
- Cadillac Palace Theatre: 0.7 mi
- Shedd Aquarium: 0.8 mi
- Harold Washington College: 0.8 mi
- Chicago Mercantile Exchange: 0.8 mi
- Carson Pirie Scott: 0.8 mi
- Opera House: 0.9 mi
- Union Station: 0.9 mi
- Marina City: 0.9 mi
- Soldier Field: 1 mi
- Museum of Broadcast Communications: 1 mi
- Wrigley Building: 1 mi
- Merchandise Mart: 1 mi
- Tribune Tower: 1.1 mi
- Adler Planetarium: 1.1 mi
- North Michigan Avenue: 1.1 mi
- Hull House Museum: 1.2 mi
- Chicago - Mag Mile - Wacker Dr: 1.3 mi
- Lake Point Tower: 1.3 mi
- Michigan Avenue South: 1.3 mi
Dining
- Gazebo Restaurant
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served from 6:30am to 10:30pm. Breakfast includes full American Breakfast, lunch- a variety of salads and sandwiches, dinner- chicken, beef, pork and seafood dishes.
- Tavern Tap
- A relaxed setting to enjoy cocktails or play pool or watch your favorite sports
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- 50,000 square feet of meeting space. World renowned gold room
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (818)
Ratings and reviews for Congress Plaza Hotel at Grant Park
- All travelers (818) 3.3 / 5
- Business (215) 3.1 / 5
- Couples (281) 3.4 / 5
- Families (136) 3.3 / 5
- Friends (108) 3.4 / 5
- Singles (64) 3.4 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (4) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3.7
- Hotel staff:
- 3.7
- Room comfort:
- 3.4
- Location:
- 4.5
- Value:
- 3.5
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Montrell
getaway
This was a nice hotel pretty good location the rrom was clean and comfortable the staff was nice I got my moneys worth for a two night stay
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Alison Lynsey
A nice old hotel
Congress plaza is a nice old hotel. It need some work as most hotels its age do. The location was great, the price was right, and most of the staff was very nice. Our only complaint was that we were unable to control the temperature in our room. The ancient heating system blows all hot air, all the time. We were able to remedy this problem by opening the window. I will definitely stay at this hotel again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
There were 2 great restaurants that we found within 3 blocks. Tavern at the park ($$$) and eleven city diner ($). The wildfire steakhouse ($$$) was also amazing and that is about a 9 minute cab ride away.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
reviewer1535
great hotel in chicago
great location in downtown chicago. staff was nice and friendly
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Jfergy
Enjoyed the Congress
Congress in January is empty. Room rate was best in that location (Michigan Ave.). Parking at $39 is a rip. I would have enjoyed a real chair in the room. Within walking distance to great food. I was there one night on business, so the only time I spent in the room was sleeping. I like that you can open the windows.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
The Gage, north on Michigan Ave about 4 or 5 blocks was wonderful food and a vibrant atmosphere.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
newgirl2012
Value for money
Me and my girl friends stayed at this hotel for new years eve and it wasn't the best hotel but what we paid it was not bad at all. convenient location and easy to get to places. Also the beds are very comfortable.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Brandon D
Great anniversary getaway
Great experience. Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Staff was very nice. Fantastic location! This is a beautiful old hotel. It is no frills, but worth the money. This was my fourth stay at the Congress, and I will go back. Beware though, parking is $35 a day with validation ($39 without).
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Miller's Pub is great. Walk west on Congress to Wabash. Walk north on Wabash to Miller's on the right. About a four block walk.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Elusive
grand old hotel, a bit down at the heels
I love this hotel, partly because it is old and reminds one of a bygone era. The location is fabulous. It's clean but hasn't been remodeled since the 1950s, so if you need everything to be brand spanking new you won't enjoy it. Nice bar with original copper top. Rooms are relatively large for a big city hotel and many of the rooms have views of Grant Park and the lake. My only complaint is that my room was too hot and I couldn't turn the heat down or off, only the fan.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Elusive
location, faded grandeur
I love the Congress Plaza because of the location, the size and comfort of the rooms, and the views. It's a grand old hotel and unbeatable for the price. Under $100 on Michigan Ave. overlooking Grant Park--great! Some people will find it too old-fashioned, and maybe a little ragged, but I love it. The bar is also classic and gorgeous. Friendly service.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Naper Traveler
Great Weekend!
It was a great weekend visit. The room was clean, quiet and comfortable. The staff was friendly. I will definitely stay here again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
gonzowillie
helpful but ehh
had 2 cockroaches in our first room. we went and told the staff and they switched us right away, no problem. second room was fine. wish we could have gotten "something for our troubles" but it was fine.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
