Essex Travel Guide
Chicago
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Top hotels in Essex
Congress Plaza Hotel
"This hotel hasn’t been updated in decades. The staff do the best they can with a very old hotel that needs a significant investment to be nice."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026
Omni Chicago Hotel
"Best location on Michigan Avenue"
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
"Very Good location & reasonable pricing"
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
"Best location, awesome bfast. We'll be back"
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
"It’s not at all like it used to be since the Chicago hotel group took it over. They no longer answer the phone. You have to text them and usually it takes them a long time to answer, if they do it all they no longer claim the rooms once you check in it’ll be three days before they clean a room you ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026
River Hotel
"location and decent price."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Essex
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
Magnificent Mile
Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
River North
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
Lincoln Park
Known for its ample dining options and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lincoln Park. You can visit top attractions like Lake Michigan and Oz Park, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.
