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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 Navy Pier and Millennium Park 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

4.5/5(187 area reviews)

Millennium Park and Willis Tower 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.

The Loop
Shops at North Bridge featuring street scenes, cbd and a city

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
Chicago featuring a city and modern architecture

Lincoln Park

5/5(5 area reviews)

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

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

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
The price is 4.197.021 ₫ per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
4.197.021 ₫
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (6,816 reviews)
"Be aware there is only Analog TV in the room"

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Congress Plaza Hotel
River Hotel
River Hotel
4 out of 5
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 4.328.623 ₫ per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
4.328.623 ₫
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,917 reviews)
"I like the front desk staff both different shifts; Rooms are small just like pods; convenient location..."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

River Hotel
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
4 out of 5
660 North State Street, Chicago, IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 4.327.350 ₫ per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
4.327.350 ₫
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,975 reviews)
"I loved the service we got. Would recommend staying here!"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Eurostars Magnificent Mile
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.
Sonder Market Hall
Sonder Market Hall
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. Popular attractions United Center and Willis Tower are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (64 reviews)
"It was perfect for my needs for the week! Great area, right across the street from a park! Within walking distance/delivery distance to several dining options! Walking distance to Rush (about 20 minutes) & had 2 bike stations within a 10 minute walk in 2 different directions! Downside was it was ..."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Sonder Market Hall
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! (376 reviews)
"I just wish that the valet parking wasn’t $75 a night! What a nightmare! Asides from that, it’s super clean and super easy to check in, and there’s an infinity pool!"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Sentral Michigan Avenue
Sonder South Wabash
Sonder South Wabash
3.5 out of 5
1419 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness centre, concierge services and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (302 reviews)
"Everything was great!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Sonder South Wabash
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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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
15 Mar 2020

Lincoln Park area stunning.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
12 Mar 2020

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
11 Mar 2020

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
4 Feb 2020

An exceptional city that personally trumps NYC.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
15 Jan 2020

A lot of homeless and beggars.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
2 Jan 2020

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

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