Title: Congress Plaza Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Columbia College Chicago ![Banquet hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/a9ee91b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property preview](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/097574B4C664712B04FC90568A475D63/c5f2534a-bd19-4f15-96f7-899035a3e467-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/e43f096f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/11b63ec2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Junior Suite, City View | Living area | TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/cc919354.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. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - - Room service - Breakfast available - 24/7 front desk - Bar - Housekeeping £112 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 19 - Oct 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 20 - Oct 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ![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 204 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom - 251 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![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 21 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Separate bedroom Blackout curtains - 538 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 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 530 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom - 278 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![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 492 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![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 125 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom - 251 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![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 66 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom - 538 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds ![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 54 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom Shower/bath combination - 251 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![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 142 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChicago-Hotels-Congress-Plaza-Hotel.h6452.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChicago-Hotels-Congress-Plaza-Hotel.h6452.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.87523%2C-87.62434&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OyYLjQKlO8H1tT4HIyKO2sG8TQA=) 520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60605 #### What's nearby - Buckingham Fountain - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Art Institute of Chicago - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Millennium Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Grant Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Chicago Riverwalk - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile #### Getting around - Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 2 min walk - Harrison Station - 5 min walk - Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Epic Burger - ‬4 min walk - ‪Fontano's Pizza and Subs - ‬3 min walk - ‪Gazebo Restaurant at Grant Park - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Lounge At Congress Hotel - ‬1 min walk - ‪Kitty O'Sheas - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Congress Plaza Hotel Hotel near Columbia College Chicago Located close to Auditorium Building and Theatre and Museum of Contemporary Photography, Congress Plaza Hotel provides shopping on-site, a coffee shop/cafe and a hair salon. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, 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 - A 24-hour front desk, meeting rooms and concierge services - Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and ATM/banking services - 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 WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property. Extra amenities include: - Recycling and LED light bulbs - Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and deep-soaking baths - TVs with premium channels - Separate sitting areas, fridges and coffee/tea makers ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/197000/196959/b675990c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago Downtown Chicago - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Housekeeping 7.4 Good 2,429 reviews £81 includes taxes & fees 18 Nov - 19 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=196959&PinnedHotelID=196959&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cocktail bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9420000/9418300/9418281/3b3ade3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Freehand Chicago Downtown Chicago - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 2,494 reviews £75 includes taxes & fees 17 Nov - 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2 bars/lounges - 2 restaurants - A coffee shop/cafe ### Restaurants on site - Tavern Tap - Tavern Tap ### Things to do - Bicycle storage - Gym - Shopping ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Gift shop/newsstand - Guidebooks - Hair salon - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Wedding services ### Business services - 50,000 square feet of conference space - Business centre - Meeting rooms ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Assistive listening devices - Hand-held showerhead - Lift - Smooth flooring in room - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible business centre - Wheelchair-accessible gym - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 100% renewable energy - 14 floors - 3 buildings - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Banquet hall - Built in 1893 - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Hypo-allergenic bedding ### Bathroom - Deep soaking bathtub - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with premium cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Limited room service - Refrigerator - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Eco-friendly toiletries - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - LED lighting - Phone - Recycling - Safe - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; 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 ### 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) - An in-room refrigerator is available for an additional fee - 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 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? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Congress Plaza Hotel? > As of 19 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Congress Plaza Hotel on 2 Nov 2025 start from £111.56, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Congress-Plaza-Hotel.h6452.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Congress Plaza Hotel? > Self-parking is available for USD 62.00 per night. ### What time is check-in at Congress Plaza Hotel? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 49.00 (subject to availability). ### What time is check-out at Congress Plaza Hotel? > Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for USD 59.00 (subject to availability). ### Where is Congress Plaza Hotel located? > Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is steps away from Columbia College Chicago, Museum of Contemporary Photography and Auditorium Building and Theatre. Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies and Fine Arts Building are just steps away. Harrison Station and Chicago Van Buren Street Station are within a 5-minute walk. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 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) 10 - Excellent 4,164 8 - Good 2,552 6 - Okay 1,455 4 - Poor 725 2 - Terrible 582 ### 8.2/10 Cleanliness ### 8.4/10 Staff & service ### 7.6/10 Amenities ### 7.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.6/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike 17 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent location very convenient parking nice staff clean rooms ##### Mike Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### shawn 2 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful hotel! ##### shawn Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### LI 16 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Great location ##### LI Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica 13 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Building is beautiful and was perfect location ##### Jessica Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rocio 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was top notch, the bed so comfortable, just a great overall stay ##### Rocio Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron 18 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice location. ##### Aaron Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Miriam 5 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent location!!! ##### Miriam Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vedran 2 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Love this place ##### Vedran Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Merri jo 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very clean and the staff was so friendly!!! ##### Merri jo Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Francisco 24 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location. ##### Francisco Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ABDULAZIZ 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Likable place! I enjoyed my stay there! ##### ABDULAZIZ Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandi 30 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Had a great stay! Easy check in, kind and helpful staff. Would highly recommend! ##### Brandi Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Stanley 13 Oct 2025 Was conveniently located ##### Stanley Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeffrey 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was clean, bed was comfortable, front desk personnel were great. Great bar and food ##### Jeffrey Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leslie 15 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff is nice and welcoming ##### Leslie Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sri Sujana 23 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff and services were amazing ##### Sri Sujana Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sal 24 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Location is perfect. Would definetly stay here again on my next trip to Chicago ##### Sal Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan 16 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful view and clean room, held my bags for the day while I had some business before I left the city ##### Nathan Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sara 10 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service It's an older hotel ... a little shabby in a few ways but clean and pleasant. ##### Sara Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Just an all around nice place. It is our 3rd stay! ##### Brian Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abby 20 Sept 2025 Liked: Amenities Everything was really nice and close to Grant park which is fabulous. ##### Abby Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Derek 5 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Bar needs to be updated service was great though. Overall great stay. ##### Derek Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liana 30 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very Clean Hotel, me and my friend enjoyed our stay here. It is an older hotel but the room was really nice ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1332e616-0c25-4c99-97b9-9ac91e2d18ab-1759212364495.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Liana Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jordan 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Amenities Convenient downtown location ##### Jordan Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ismael Noe Jr. 9 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff are very helpful and polite ##### Ismael Noe Jr. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Sunprime C-Lounge Hotel - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alanya-Hotels-Sunprime-C-Lounge-Hotel-Adults-Only.h12716191.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Hawthorne Terrace Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Hawthorne-Terrace-Hotel.h116850.Hotel-Information) > > [Kick Ass Greyfriars - Adults Only - Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Kick-Ass-Greyfriars.h23505147.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Blackpool](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Blackpool.h1523435.Hotel-Information) > > [The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stranraer-Hotels-The-Waterfront-Hotel-Bistro.h20585842.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-OHare-Chicago.h5403.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Versey Chicago Lincoln Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Hotel-Versey-Chicago-Lincoln-Park.h22993.Hotel-Information) > > [Zenmaya Oceanfront Phuket, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-U-Zenmaya-Phuket.h6948084.Hotel-Information) > > [Reverence Life Hotel - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calvia-Hotels-Msh-Mallorca-Senses-Hotel.h2156374.Hotel-Information) > > [Cedar Court Harrogate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Harrogate-Hotels-Cedar-Court-Hotel-Harrogate.h520933.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Edinburgh-West.h19218414.Hotel-Information) > > [B&B Letchworth Garden City Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Letchworth-Garden-City-Station-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d553248634649867490-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels near Blencathra](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blencathra-Hotels.0-l650079423671312384-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Porto Galini Seaside Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lefkada-Hotels-Porto-Galini-Seaside-Resort-Spa.h12735278.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Heathrow Terminal 5 Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Heathrow-Terminal-5-Station-Hotels.d6146384.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Briery Wood Country House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Briery-Wood-Country-House-Hotel.h7049298.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Red Dubai Silicon Oasis](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dubai-Hotels-Radisson-Red-Dubai-Silicon-Oasis.h45263327.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Airport Transfers in Tenerife](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tenerife-Hotels-Hotel-With-Airport-Transfers.0-0-d6047194-thotelwithairporttransfers.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Eurotraveller Hotel Premier Tower Bridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Eurotraveller-Hotel-Premier-Tower-Bridge.h1777139.Hotel-Information) > > [Tara Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Killybegs-Hotels-Tara-Hotel.h8795930.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from London (LHR) to Cleveland (CLE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/cle/london-to-cleveland) > > [Flights from London (LHR) to Winnipeg (YWG)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/ywg/london-to-winnipeg) > > [Flights from Birmingham (BHX) to Łódź (LCJ)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bhx/lcj/birmingham-to-lodz) > > [Flights from Southampton (SOU) to Mahón (MAH)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/sou/mah/southampton-to-mahon) > > [flights from sri guru ram das ji intl airport airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/airports/atq/flights-from-sri-guru-ram-das-ji-intl-airport-airport) ### Cars > [Car hire in Totton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Totton.d6257748.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Packages > [Slovakia Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Slovakia.d162.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Palma de Mallorca Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palma-De-Mallorca.d2829.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### General > [Visit Ocean Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Ocean-Beach.dx177689) > > [Visit Sant Antoni de Portmany](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sant-Antoni-De-Portmany.dx5760)