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Hotel Options in Great Lakes

    Congress Plaza Hotel

    Congress Plaza Hotel

    520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
    The price is $167 per night from May 27 to May 28
    $167
    per night
    May 27 - May 28
    7.6/10 Good! (6,629 reviews)
    River Hotel

    River Hotel

    75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL
    The price is $161 per night from May 12 to May 13
    $161
    per night
    May 12 - May 13
    8.6/10 Excellent! (2,834 reviews)
    Eurostars Magnificent Mile

    Eurostars Magnificent Mile

    660 North State Street, Chicago, IL
    The price is $170 per night from May 12 to May 13
    $170
    per night
    May 12 - May 13
    8.2/10 Very Good! (1,875 reviews)

Houseboats

Book a houseboat in Great Lakes
Take command of your next vacation…by taking the helm of a houseboat! Why debate over whether to stay home or go to the coast? A Great Lakes houseboat rental lets you do both. It’s especially ideal if you’re traveling with a bunch of people, whether it’s family or friends, because it blends all the comfort of a “staycation” at home with adventure on the high seas. When you book through Orbitz, you’ll have everything you need to captain your new vacation home.

Great Lakes houseboat vacations for everyone
Gather everyone you know, because most houseboats can sleep over 10 people while maintaining a cozy, small-house feel—without feeling cramped. There are showers and kitchens on almost every house boat, and some vessels come with hot tubs, wet bars and multiple TVs. Take your houseboat out to a particular spot in the water, or kick off a proper Great Lakes adventure and travel from port to port. Your on-board crew will be so impressed with this unique vacation, they’ll probably start calling you “Skipper.” 

They’ll be even more impressed with the luxury house boats that are available. Think stunning décor, gorgeous artwork and even fireplaces for cool evenings on the water. Some even have glass bottoms so you can look right into the water beneath you.

When you want to give your sea legs a break, come ashore and do some sightseeing in Great Lakes. Snap up a meal at one of the local restaurants, or do a little grocery shopping so you can cook once you’re back on the water. And don’t forget to look into fishing permits—there’s nothing like cooking up fresh-caught fish to really complete your houseboat experience. 

Great Lakes Houseboats essential information

Accommodation
Houseboats
Lowest Price
$161
Highest Price
$170
Popular accommodation
Congress Plaza Hotel, River Hotel, Eurostars Magnificent Mile