Chicago, IL

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Where to stay in Chicago

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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

Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Magnificent Mile. Travelers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views, and popular shops.

Magnificent Mile
The Loop - Downtown which includes a river or creek

The Loop

4.5/5(9,481 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 showing a city, central business district and street scenes

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

4.5/5(320 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.

Lincoln Park
Lakeview featuring modern architecture

Lakeview

4.5/5(847 area reviews)

Known for its great bars and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lakeview. You can visit top attractions like Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan, and jump on the metro at Southport Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.

Lakeview
River Hotel
River Hotel
4 out of 5
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL
The price is AED195 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
AED195
per night
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,930 reviews)
"I LOVE THIS PLACE SO MUCH"

Reviewed on 1 Jun, 2024

River Hotel
Congress Plaza Hotel
Congress Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
The price is AED234 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
AED234
per night
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
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
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 AED196 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
AED196
per night
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,002 reviews)
"Great Hotel! Room Service always made sure to come in and make the room look clean!"

Reviewed on 1 Jun, 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 center, and concierge services. Popular attractions United Center and Willis Tower ...
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 center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (418 reviews)
Excellent place
"Everything was prefect the front desk staff was excellent and went above and beyond every time i saw them only thing i will say was their first aid kits had nothing useful in them but the front desk was fast to act!"

Reviewed on 31 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 center, concierge services, and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (287 reviews)
"I loved staying at Sonder South while in Chicago. It was like home away from home."

Reviewed on 31 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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Reviews of Chicago

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5/5 - Excellent

SonaAkopyan
Sep 7, 2022

My first time was in Chicago and I love it definitely i I will visit again

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler
Jun 8, 2020

Had riots. Some locations i worked at i didnt feel safe. Going to get food was a challenge. But these are trying times.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jun 6, 2020

I was born and raised in Chicago. It will always be my favorite city.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
May 31, 2020

Being that most of everything was still closed the scenery was beautiful.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
May 30, 2020

None

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
May 30, 2020

Loved going up to Chicago and would stay at this hotel again. I was called home do to a death in the family so I left a day early -- they were to send a refund to Expedia -- will that be credited to my charge card?? call me Rex Camp 317/507-4048

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