Near East Side Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Near East Side
Swissotel - Chicago
Property was nice but I wasn’t a fan of how my complaint has been handled. On my last day I was woken up in the dead of sleep. Didn’t feel like a resort where I could relax.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago
Room was clean, staff was great, and breakfast at the restaurant was fantastic. The only complaint is the phone number on the valet ticket does not work. We either had to call the front desk or just go to the valet desk to request our vehicle. We had walked to dinner five minutes away and tried to ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Congress Plaza Hotel
The bar being open late is nice and the staff are very helpful.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
We had a great stay for our anniversary trip!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Hotel looks better on website, not as I expected. Overall it is okay but would probably try a different hotel on my next visit.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
River Hotel
Friendly staff and excellent location. Loved our 2 bed suite with 2 bathrooms and a kitchen! Would absolutely stay again!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Near East Side
Streeterville
Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
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.
Theatre District
While you're in Theatre District, take in top sights like Michigan Avenue or State Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Washington Station or Monroe Station (Blue Line).
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.
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.
