The Best Hotels Closest to St. James Cathedral in Chicago for 2026

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A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering city views.

A modern dining area with round tables, comfortable chairs, and a dessert display.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, three armchairs arranged around a central coffee table, and a decorative hanging plant.

A spacious lobby with a modern sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. A large window offers a view of the cityscape.

1. The Langham, Chicago

River North, 0.7 km from St. James Cathedral

Saramae

AED 1,917

AED 2,280 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent Tiffany & Co. store on the ground level.

A rooftop bar with seating and a view of the city skyline at night.

A modern bar area with a checkered floor, bar stools, and a bartender.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a grand staircase, and large windows offering views of the city.

2. The Peninsula Chicago

Streeterville, 0.2 km from St. James Cathedral

Vincent Haley

AED 2,296

AED 2,729 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A person relaxing on a sofa with a window view of a building, a table with a glass of wine, and a vase with flowers.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple shelves of bottles, and four bar stools.

A modern hotel lobby with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a floor lamp.

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, wooden flooring, and a central chandelier. Tables are set with wine glasses and red cushions.

3. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

Theatre District, 0.9 km from St. James Cathedral

Dimitri

AED 479

AED 569 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a spiral staircase, seating areas, and large windows offering city views.

A high-rise building with a modern glass facade, surrounded by other tall buildings.

A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A lobby with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 0.1 km from St. James Cathedral

Kaitlyn

AED 496

AED 590 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A high-rise hotel with a prominent 'TRUMP' sign, reflecting in the water, surrounded by other tall buildings.

A modern hotel room with large windows, white furniture, and a view of tall buildings.

A cityscape with a river, a bridge, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A pool area with a view of a cityscape, a lounge with wicker furniture, and a person relaxing in the pool.

5. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

River North, 0.6 km from St. James Cathedral

Cecille

AED 1,694

AED 2,014 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a TV. A large window offers a view of a cityscape and a tower.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, a TV, and a view of the city and ocean.

A rooftop terrace with a dining table, chairs, and a view of the cityscape, including the Water Tower Place building.

A couple dining at a table with a view of a cityscape and a sunset.

6. Park Hyatt Chicago

Streeterville, 0.3 km from St. James Cathedral

Tom

AED 1,702

AED 2,024 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A rooftop terrace with a city skyline view, featuring a mix of modern and classic architecture, and several potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a green sofa, two round tables, a city view, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, staircase, and large windows.

A modern staircase with glass railings and pendant lighting.

7. The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

Streeterville, 0.4 km from St. James Cathedral

Jessica

AED 1,027

AED 1,330 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

The Riu Plaza Chicago Hotel facade with a grand entrance, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

A couple dining at a table with a city view, surrounded by chairs and a variety of dishes.

A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a glass partition.

8. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Streeterville, 0.2 km from St. James Cathedral

JESUS VERA

AED 440

AED 627 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern building with a colorful facade and a red circular seating area.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a contemporary light fixture, and a clean, minimalist design.

A modern interior with wooden shelves, colorful chairs, and hanging plants.

A modern high-rise building with a glass facade, surrounded by other tall buildings.

9. citizenM Chicago Downtown

Theatre District, 0.9 km from St. James Cathedral

Katarina

AED 426

AED 507 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and a river.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and ottoman, a fireplace, and a large window with a city view.

A modern interior with seating areas, a bar, and large windows offering city views.

A historic building with classical architecture, a prominent dome, and a modern glass facade.

10. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Loop, 0.8 km from St. James Cathedral

James

AED 528

AED 737 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a wooden wardrobe, a minibar with coffee cups and a bottle, a safe, and a towel rack with a hanging bag.

A modern hotel with a colorful awning and a glass facade.

11. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

River North, 0.5 km from St. James Cathedral

ana

AED 496

AED 590 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern lounge area with seating, a coffee table, and a view of the city at night.

A modern hotel entrance with a neon sign, a covered walkway, and a cityscape view.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and a view of the cityscape.

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles, a seating area with bar stools, and a counter with a cash register.

12. Moxy Chicago Downtown

River North, 0.7 km from St. James Cathedral

Justin

AED 446

AED 531 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A cityscape with various buildings, including a tall skyscraper and a historic building with a clock tower.

A modern interior with a geometric bookshelf filled with books, a bench, and a lamp.

A restaurant interior with brick walls, hanging spherical light fixtures, and a visible kitchen area.

A modern living room with a brick wall mural, a green sofa, leather chairs, and a wooden coffee table.

13. Arlo Chicago

Theatre District, 1.1 km from St. James Cathedral

Daniel

AED 409

AED 601 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A hotel with a modern glass facade, signage for SpringHill Suites, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern reception desk with a sleek design, large windows offering a view of the cityscape, and a contemporary ceiling with linear wood paneling.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a building through the window.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small side table.

14. Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North

River North, 0.6 km from St. James Cathedral

Robert

AED 479

AED 570 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden cabinet, a chair, and a view of the city skyline.

A rooftop terrace with white chairs and a table, overlooking a cityscape with tall buildings and a view of the ocean.

A modern dining area with a round table and chairs, large windows with a city view, and a decorative light fixture.

15. Viceroy Chicago

0.9 km from St. James Cathedral

Emily

AED 897

AED 1,188 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, a river, and a boat.

A spacious bar area with high ceilings and large windows, offering views of a cityscape.

A bar with a circular liquor display, seating with stools, and a city view through large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa with cushions, a large window with a view of a cityscape and water.

16. Hyatt Regency Chicago

The Loop, 0.8 km from St. James Cathedral

Addison

AED 643

AED 895 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A high-rise hotel with a modern glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent corner entrance.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, sofa, TV, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern reception area with a wooden ceiling and a reception desk.

17. Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown / River North

River North, 0.6 km from St. James Cathedral

Lindsey

AED 533

AED 633 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A cityscape with tall buildings, a river, and a bridge.

A dining area with a table set for four, large windows offering a cityscape view at dusk.

A breakfast table with croissants, a bowl of berries, a glass of orange juice, and a smoothie, set against a cityscape view through a window.

A modern interior with a central fireplace, seating area, and wall-mounted lighting.

18. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

The Loop, 0.8 km from St. James Cathedral

osama

AED 492

AED 703 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A hotel entrance with a marquee sign, outdoor seating, and a well-lit facade.

A lobby with a checkered floor, seating area, and a glass entrance.

A bar with three wooden shelves filled with bottles and glasses.

A street view with outdoor seating, a building with a sign, and tall skyscrapers in the background.

19. The Talbott, Autograph Collection

0.5 km from St. James Cathedral

Karina

AED 614

AED 861 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small round table, and a view of a cityscape through floor-to-ceiling windows.

A hotel entrance with a modern glass facade, a flag, and a well-lit reception area.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a black chair, a small side table, and a lamp.

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a flag, and a coffee station.

20. Loews Chicago Hotel

Streeterville, 0.7 km from St. James Cathedral

Rhiannon

AED 768

AED 1,044 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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Top St. James Cathedral Hotel Reviews

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

8/10 Good

"O"

Congress Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and staff was helpful. Rooms were shabby and need some work."

The Wade

10/10 Excellent

"The view was 100/10 everything else was a 8/10"

Eurostars Magnificent Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice, accommodating, and gave me an upgrade for my bday! Will be coming back!"

LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel in a great location. Highly recommended"

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is right in the middle of Michigan Ave. Shopping, walking south to Grant Park or strolling up to the Gold Coast. Staff awesome. Hotel is a throwback to the glamor of the 20s but also modern. Pool area is a nice touch and actually warm! Huge pool and beautifully maintained. It was a great visit!"

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Safe for solo travelers. Good vibes, great"

Hotel Saint Clair- Magnificent Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice affordable place to stay !!!"

Freehand Chicago

8/10 Good

"Good value"

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A historic church with a tall spire, surrounded by modern high-rise buildings.

Holy Name Cathedral

8.0/10 (35 reviews)

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A modern building with a large glass entrance and a bronze statue in front.

Shops at North Bridge

8.8/10 (28 reviews)

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Driehaus Museum

8.4/10 (10 reviews)

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Harry Potter Shop Chicago

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Harry Potter Shop Chicago during your visit to Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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The Hand & The Eye

You can get tickets for a performance at The Hand & The Eye on your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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Bally's Casino Chicago

Why not try your luck with a visit to Bally's Casino Chicago during your visit to Chicago? Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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Former Medinah Temple

After visiting Former Medinah Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

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Tree Studio Complex

8.0/10 (1 review)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St. James Cathedral?

St. James Cathedral is located in a vibrant area of Chicago known for its stunning architecture and popular theater scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 901 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to St. James Cathedral?

Adjacent to St. James Cathedral, Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. Other good choices close by include River Hotel and The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile.

How many hotels should I expect to find near St. James Cathedral?

Expedia has 901 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from St. James Cathedral.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St. James Cathedral, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near St. James Cathedral.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near St. James Cathedral?

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What can I see and do near St. James Cathedral?

Study the collections at Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, Art Institute of Chicago, or Fine Arts Building. Explore notable local landmarks like Former Medinah Temple, Holy Name Cathedral, and Chicago Water Tower. You can catch a show at Broadway Playhouse, House of Blues Chicago, and Chicago Theatre.

How can I get to St. James Cathedral?

With so many ways to get around, seeing all of the area near St. James Cathedral is a breeze. You can take advantage of metro transit at State Station, Clark-Lake Station, and Lake Station. If you want to see more of the area, jump aboard a train from Millennium Station, Chicago Van Buren Street Station, or Chicago Union Station.

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Our top choices for St. James Cathedral hotels

1. The Langham, Chicago

2. The Peninsula Chicago

3. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

4. Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

5. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

6. Park Hyatt Chicago

7. The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

8. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

9. citizenM Chicago Downtown

10. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

11. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

12. Moxy Chicago Downtown

13. Arlo Chicago

14. Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North

15. Viceroy Chicago

16. Hyatt Regency Chicago

17. Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown / River North

18. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

19. The Talbott, Autograph Collection

20. Loews Chicago Hotel

Compare top hotels near St. James Cathedral

The Langham, Chicago

The Peninsula Chicago

L7 Chicago by LOTTE

Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

Top St. James Cathedral Hotel Reviews

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Congress Plaza Hotel

The Wade

Eurostars Magnificent Mile

LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile

Hotel Saint Clair- Magnificent Mile

Freehand Chicago

Other attractions near St. James Cathedral

Holy Name Cathedral

Shops at North Bridge

Driehaus Museum

Harry Potter Shop Chicago

The Hand & The Eye

Bally's Casino Chicago

Former Medinah Temple

Tree Studio Complex

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