Chicago Hotels
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Chicago Hotels Guide
Nicknamed the Second City, in reality, Chicago is second to none. Known as much for its blues — and blues brothers — as it is for its famous gangsters and deep-dish pizza, Chicago is also a mecca of art, theater, dining, and other culture.
Chicago hotels offer visitors a bit of everything. Accommodations run the gamut from bargain hotels to luxury hotels in Chicago's downtown. Guests spend the day taking in the city's many sights and tours and head to a ballgame at historic Wrigley Field, one of the best in the U.S., or they enjoy one of the many world-class museums and take in some of the first-rate theater in the evening, topping it off with a nightcap and a view of the town at the Hancock tower's Signature Lounge. Navy Pier is a great place for families to keep busy between getting some rest at one of the top Chicago hotels.
Chicago Quick Picks and Tips
Conventions
Chicago has several locations that attract trade shows from around the country. The Merchandise Mart is one of the more popular venues and is the yearly host of the National Prom Market, the USA's largest business-services trade event.
Dining
Food in Chicago: plentiful, diverse, and tasty of, course. Chicago is known for its Italian and Polish food. Lou Malnati's, which has several Chicago locations, is famous for its Chicago-style deep-dish pizza.
Major Point of Interest
Chicago visitors won't want to miss the Art Institute of Chicago and its impressive collection of Asian, modern and American art and much, much more.
Shopping
Any shopper booking a room in one of the many Chicago hotels shouldn't forget the Magnificent Mile. This section of Michigan Avenue is filled with history, shopping opportunities, and other entertainment to make your trip more than worthwhile.
Sports
Chicago has two major-league baseball teams, the Cubs and White Sox, and given the fierce loyalty of each team's fans, it's a good thing their respective parks are located so far apart. NFL fans have the Chicago Bears, while hockey fans root for the Blackhawks, and basketball fans cheer for the Bulls.
Chicago Neighborhoods
Chicago is divided into over 70 different neighborhoods, each with its own distinct feel and flavor. The Downtown Loop, or city center, is the commercial and financial district, and many of the city's cultural institutions are located here as well, including the Magnificent Mile, a shopper's paradise, and Grant Park, where guests can choose to stay at the luxury Talbott Hotel. Travelers seeking one of the less expensive Chicago hotels opt for the Days Inn on the North Side, located right in the middle of the most dense population center of the city and near Lincoln Park.
The South Side is Chicago's largest area and includes many parks and public beaches. Also located here are Jackson Park, site of the 1893 Columbian Exposition, the Museum of Science and Industry (the last remaining building from the Exposition), and U.S. Cellular Field, home of the Chicago White Sox. The West Side is known for its ethnic enclaves and is home to the NBA's Chicago Bulls and the NHL's Chicago Blackhawks. Overall, visitors should try to find Chicago hotels they can use for a base of operations because this vast city and all its sites can't be explored in one day — or even a week.
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Chicago Neighborhood Highlights
Gold Coast
- Designer stores (Hermes, Prada) and luxury boutiques on Oak Street
- Rush and Division St. nightlife; fine dining at Carmine's, Gibson's Steakhouse
- Walkable to Oak Street Beach and the Mag Mile; easy access to Lake Shore Drive
- Locals Know: Weekends lure cougars and daddies to the "Viagra Triangle."
Downtown
- Windy City landmarks: Willis Tower, Grant Park, Buckingham Fountain, "The Bean"
- State Street shopping, Chicago Theatre, Orchestra Hall and the Art Institute
- Easy access to taxis, buses, Metra and the L
- Locals Know: During summer, take a water taxi along the Chicago River.
Magnificent Mile
- Major retailers, Hancock and Wrigley buildings, Tribune Tower
- Pedestrian-friendly streets; easy access to the L and Lake Shore Drive
- Gut-busting eateries from Lawry's prime rib to Billy Goat Tavern "cheeseborgers"
- Locals Know: Hit the Signature Room in the Hancock for drinks with a view.
Museum Campus
- World-class exhibits at the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium
- Stroll through Grant Park; Soldier Field, McCormick Place, Northerly Island
- Easy access to taxis, CTA buses and Lake Shore Drive
- Locals Know: Gasp over the sparkling skyline views from the planetarium.
O'Hare Airport
- Convenient to the Allstate Arena, Rosemont Theatre and western suburbs
- Minutes from the convention center in Rosemont
- 45-minute train ride from downtown via the CTA blue line
- Locals Know: Check out the huge Brachiosaurus dinosaur in Terminal 1.
River North
- Popular and trendy dining: Ed Debevic's, Lou Malnati's, Quartino, Topolobampo
- Late-night clubs near Hubbard St, Blue Chicago and Redhead Piano Bar
- Walkable to the Loop and Mag Mile; easy access to the L and 90/94 expressways
- Locals Know: Load up on glam goods and antiques near the Merchandise Mart.
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Recently booked Chicago hotels
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Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel
Magnificent Mile
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2 minutes ago |
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$139 |
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Amalfi Hotel Chicago
River North
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17 minutes ago |
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$119 |
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dana hotel and spa
River North
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24 minutes ago |
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$169 |
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Hotel Felix
River North
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38 minutes ago |
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$84 |
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Swissotel Chicago
Millennium Park
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55 minutes ago |
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$151 |
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The Talbott Hotel
Magnificent Mile
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1 hour ago |
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$145 |
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Best Western Grant Park
The Loop
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1 hour ago |
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$95 |
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Red Roof Inn Chi Downtown Magnificent Mile
Magnificent Mile
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2 hours ago |
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$89 |
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Chicago's Essex Inn
The Loop
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2 hours ago |
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$108 |
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River Hotel
The Loop
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2 hours ago |
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$109 |
Recently Rated Chicago Hotels
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Howard Johnson Inn Chicago Downtown
River North
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3.1 / 5
140 reviews
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$79 |
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La Quinta Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown
The Loop
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4.1 / 5
85 reviews
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$109 |
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Red Roof Inn Chi Downtown Magnificent Mile
Magnificent Mile
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2.9 / 5
106 reviews
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$89 |
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The Willows Hotel
Boystown
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4 / 5
70 reviews
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$144 |
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Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park
Millennium Park
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4.1 / 5
106 reviews
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$109 |
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Inn of Chicago, an Ascend Collection hotel
Magnificent Mile
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3.4 / 5
147 reviews
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$83 |
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The Allerton Hotel Chicago, Magnificent Mile
Magnificent Mile
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4 / 5
511 reviews
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$110 |
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Holiday Inn CHICAGO-MART PLAZA (RIVERVIEW)
The Loop
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4 / 5
111 reviews
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$109 |
| Carlton Inn Midway |
3.4 / 5
27 reviews
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$109 |
| Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport |
3.9 / 5
85 reviews
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$99 |
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The Talbott Hotel in the heart of the Gold Coast offers spacious rooms with complimentary amenities including wireless internet and access to Equinox Fitness. Located steps from Chicago's... More
great location, terrific staff
Historic hotel on Michigan Avenue by Grant ParkGuests at the Congress Plaza Hotel at Grant Park hotel enjoy value prices and a convenient location across from Grant Park, Buckingham Fountain,... More
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Boutique chic at convenient Chicago hotelThis River North hotel defines the term boutique chic with its intimate, yet contemporary style. The space mirrors elements from its namesake -- Italyās... More
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A green hotel in the Windy CityA hotel that offers luxury yet cares for the environment? That's Hotel Felix. Located downtown, the Hotel Felix Chicago offers guests a variety of excellently priced... More
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Comfort and sophistication only minutes from Millennium Park The Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park, in downtown Chicago, provides amenities to suit business and leisure travelers. Comprehensively... More
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Magnificent Boutique Hotel in Downtown Chicago Steps from the Magnificent Mile, the MileNorth Chicago features a prime location at the Windy City's epicenter of shopping, entertainment, culture and... More
Boutique luxury in the heart of the Gold Coast In Chicago, the rule for downtown real estate is the closer to Lake Michigan, the more posh the address. Enter the Raffaello Hotel, a four-star hotel... More
Gold Coast boutique meets 1920s charm The Whitehall Hotel manages that rare combination of location and ambiance. The hotel is situated one block from the Magnificent Mile and Rush Street... More
Affordable hotel south of Chicago's bustling downtown areaChicago's Essex Inn has an ideal location ideal on Michigan Avenue, just a few blocks south of the more congested areas of downtown... More
A truly fine mid-priced hotel.
The belle of Chicago's theater districtWhen Broadway shows comes to town, the Hotel Allegro Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel, is the first place that comes to mind for lodging. The Cadillac Palace Theater... More
Great Location
Contemporary style, European charm in ChicagoIn the Roaring '20s, this boutique Streeterville hotel hosted celebrities and showgirls. While those times have faded, the air of glamour remains at the... More
Great Location
If you've never been one for convention, ACME HOTEL is the right choice for you in downtown Chicago. Located 2 and half blocks from the Magnificent Mile in the River North neighborhood, ACME is... More
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Catch a ball game, visit major museums, relax on a budgetThe Best Western Grant Park Hotel offers visitors a great downtown location to take in all of Chicago's main attractions. Chicago's hustling... More
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As one of the first high-rises to grace Chicago's fashionable Michigan Avenue, The Allerton Hotel Chicago became synonymous with high style, luxurious hotel accommodations and impeccable service.... More
Nice short stay
Landmark in the Loop near attractions and shoppingIt's only fitting that this historic hotel is just a few blocks from Jewelers Row given its name and former purpose. In the 1890s, its tenants... More