Chicago Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Chicago

Downtown Chicago featuring a city

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.

Downtown Chicago
Magnificent Mile - River North

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.

Magnificent Mile
The Loop - Downtown featuring a river or creek

The Loop

Michigan Avenue and Art Institute of Chicago 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.

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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.

River North
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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 Lincoln Hall, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.

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Lakeview

Known for its lively bars and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lakeview. Top attractions like Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Southport Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.

Lakeview
Congress Plaza Hotel
Congress Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 4.921.448 ₫ per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
4.921.448 ₫
5.777.289 ₫ total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (8,920 reviews)
Great value
"The room had a strange smell; not bad just odd. Great view but lots of light in the AM. Great walking distance to lots of cool stuff!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
4.5 out of 5
505 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
The price is 5.965.392 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
5.965.392 ₫
7.840.043 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,962 reviews)
"Really beautiful deco pool, very centrally located, otherwise quite basic amenities but no complaints. Parking is $78 a night."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
3.5 out of 5
198 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL
The price is 4.136.528 ₫ per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
4.136.528 ₫
4.855.871 ₫ total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,361 reviews)
"This is a great hotel. Located on a street just east of the John Hancock Center, most of the hotel rooms have bedrooms, microwaves and refrigerators as well as couches. It is comfortable, close to soundproof and the restaurant downstairs has long hours and great food including gourmet coffee. A real ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sentral Michigan Avenue
Sentral Michigan Avenue
4 out of 5
808 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (801 reviews)
"From the moment we walked in, each staff greeted us and made us feel welcomed… to all the great amenities especially the pool + gym… to the cleanliness, comfort and contemporary look within our unit … and a special thanks to one of their staff Joy who was so helpful when we had to extend a day and ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Sentral Michigan Avenue
Level Chicago – Old Town
Level Chicago – Old Town
4 out of 5
1140 North Wells Street, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (322 reviews)
"This was a wonderful location. It wasn't a type of stay that I am familiar with, in that, there isn't really a lot of people to reach out to ask for assistance. But, all in all, I would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Level Chicago – Old Town
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Market Hall Apartments West Loop
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Market Hall Apartments West Loop
3.5 out of 5
1436 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a nightclub, a fitness centre and concierge services. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (312 reviews)
"I would rate 5 stars…but there were a couple things that brought this rating to a 4 for me. 1. The loud music from the complex directly next door. There were nights where I couldn’t sleep because it was soooo loud from pool parties/events. I know that has nothing to do with Sonder, but the location ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Market Hall Apartments West Loop
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Chicago

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lincoln Park area stunning.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We’ve vacationed in 13 states and this was the first time in Illinois more specifically Chicago. I would go as far as to say this is now my favourite US city. I’d recommend to anyone thinking of making the trip and definitely choose the Godfrey.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Chicago was a fantastic City to visit, loads yo do for everyone

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

An exceptional city that personally trumps NYC.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

A lot of homeless and beggars.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Can get very busy, we explored a lot around Christmas, which helped a lot with the crowds.

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