Title: Congress Plaza Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Congress Plaza Hotel Downtown Chicago's iconic landmarks like the Museum of Contemporary Photography await exploration, with convenient dining options to fuel each day's adventures ## Photo gallery for Congress Plaza Hotel ![Banquet hall - Congress Plaza Hotel (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/a9ee91b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Lakeside | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace - Congress Plaza Hotel (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/e932b9a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Congress Plaza Hotel (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/e43f096f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Junior Suite, City View | Living area | TV - Congress Plaza Hotel (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/cc919354.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Congress Plaza Hotel (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/11b63ec2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Experience the vibrant energy of Chicago at Congress Plaza Hotel, where shopping and dining meet. Enjoy a meal at one of the two on-site restaurants, unwind with a coffee or cocktail from the coffee shop/cafe or 2 bars, and stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Guests rave about this hotel's central location near Auditorium Building and Theatre. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Gym - Breakfast available - Parking available £68 includes taxes & fees 3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026 ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 27 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 28 - Dec 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 2 - Jan 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 9 - Jan 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 19 of 19 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/ddc233f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View 8.4 Very good 212 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains - 251 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Lakeside ![Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Lakeside | Living room | TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/38fb41dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Lakeside 8.6 Excellent 22 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains - 538 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Family Suite ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/8a46e7ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite - Sleeps 6 ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/20569199.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed 7.8 Good 547 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains - 278 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/a3c713ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Double Beds 7.8 Good 493 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/bffa9dad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View 8.0 Very good 126 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains - 251 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Family Suite ![Family Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/a0f86a83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite 7.8 Good 69 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains - 538 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible ![Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/7816e1c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible 7.8 Good 55 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Shower/bath combination - 251 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed ![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/7d0eda19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed 8.2 Very good 146 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Standard Lakefront Suite ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/3a43f6b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Lakefront Suite - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Accessible Room ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/b8dbe08f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Accessible Room - Sleeps 4 ### View all photos for Standard Queen Room ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/041982c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Queen Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Standard King Room ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/c41425f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard King Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for King Room with Lake View ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/9660b45b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Room with Lake View - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Standard Two Double Room ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/bacc8aa7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Two Double Room - Sleeps 4 ### View all photos for Two Double Room with Lake View ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/789dfefa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two Double Room with Lake View - Sleeps 4 ### View all photos for Junior Suite, City View ![Junior Suite, City View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/e45b20f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite, City View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains - 1 bedroom - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Suite ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/e86f2c52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite - 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Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars. Other perks include: - Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out - Luggage storage, ATM/banking services and a vending machine - A front desk safe, wedding services and a 24-hour front desk - Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff Room features All 870 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free Internet and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property. 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check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: USD 49.00 Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: USD 59.00 Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: USD 25.00 per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 16 to 23 for adults and USD 12 to 18 for children - Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 62.00 per night - Early check-in fee: USD 49.00 (subject to availability) - Late check-out fee: USD 59.00 (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property This property provides central air conditioning in summer and central heating in the winter. In-room climate control is not available. If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Congress Hotel Congress Hotel Plaza Congress Plaza Congress Plaza Chicago Congress Plaza Hotel Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago Hotel Congress Plaza Plaza Congress Hotel Congress Hotel Chicago Congress Plaza Hotel Hotel Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago Congress Plaza Hotel Hotel Chicago ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Congress Plaza Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Congress Plaza Hotel? ### How much is parking at Congress Plaza Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Congress Plaza Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Congress Plaza Hotel? ### Where is Congress Plaza Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Congress Plaza Hotel Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.2 Cleanliness ### 7.6 Amenities ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 7.6 Eco-friendliness ### 7.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4,306 8 - Good 2,601 6 - Okay 1,486 4 - Poor 714 2 - Terrible 585 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### robert 23 Dec 2025 clean rooms and great location! ##### robert Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luke 23 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice room and beautiful location. Very walkable to dinner and drinks! ##### Luke Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luis 14 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfectly located in the heart of the Magnificent miles. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/259ea2ad-ea89-4b59-8eab-6fa66eaf7226-1765675439410.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Luis Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill 21 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This property was a great location to walk to area shops, parks and the Bears game. Beautiful lobby area and nice lounge. Would stay here again. ##### Jill Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kimberly Noel 5 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Great stay comfortable bed and great location! ##### Kimberly Noel Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hector 22 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean and easy check-in! ##### Hector Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Domenic 16 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfect spot ##### Domenic Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan 15 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was comfortable and clean. Staff was very friendly ##### Susan Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer 25 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Stayed here four times within this year and loved every minute of it! It’s a beautiful historical hotel! They do a beautiful job keeping it modern and very clean while yet keeping the historical aspects of the architecture. Love this place! And it’s close to everything! ##### Jennifer Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin 16 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great view and room and bar and classic old money look and feel ##### Justin Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kelly 12 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness The room was clean and very nice view ##### Kelly Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Nick 18 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was a good size and hotel was in excellent location! ##### Nick Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Anna 16 Dec 2025 Spotless room, comfortable bed ,nice sheets ##### Anna Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jacqueline 3 Nov 2025 The location and view was great. ##### Jacqueline Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guillain 23 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was clean, quiet and staff were friendly and professional! I did like it ##### Guillain Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### YUEJIE 8 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Staff are great ##### YUEJIE Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie 22 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was spotless, very nice. Fast check-in, big windows looking out over the lake. Was beautiful. Stopped by the lounge and was big and staff was very welcoming. I definitely will be back!! Great price as well. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5501ec92-2d9b-4a8f-a38f-f7bd48ea155a-1766365697411.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Laurie Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Christian 15 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities This is a quaint historic hotel. We like the location and there is a great bar in the lobby ##### Christian Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachelle 14 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything about the Congress was lovely. Enjoyed our stay. Perfect location for city adventure. ##### Rachelle Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Thiomby 15 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was clean and the staff also good. The continental breakfast was not good. ##### Thiomby Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian 22 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Was good, clean… not haunted just old… but renovated and up to date… I paid an up charge for the lake view. Fairly priced up charge for the difference in view. Staff was friendly. ##### Christian Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rebecca 21 Oct 2025 Liked: Staff & service Great location for everything!!! ![Bears Game](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d818cc4f-1be7-440a-9cbb-e38750bf511b-1761076923538.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/106396d7-b93c-437a-a3cc-1a08e43f964a-1761077043377.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Rebecca Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cecelia 23 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Super fast elevator much appreciated as I was on a high floor. Great staff and spotless room. The temp in the room was way too hot but staff came up right away to open a window and leave a fan so I was quite comfy. The lake view is awesome! ##### Cecelia Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen 18 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room had a beautiful view, seemed fairly modern and clean. All staff was pleasant and helpful. The hotel itself is conveniently situated, with access to key amenities and attractions. ##### Colleen Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie 7 Dec 2025 Disliked: Amenities Front desk staff was great. 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