Title: Congress Plaza Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=6452&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 ![Lobby - Congress Plaza Hotel (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/11b63ec2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&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) ![2 restaurants, breakfast served - Congress Plaza Hotel (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/086ff612.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Junior Suite, City View | City view - Congress Plaza Hotel (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/3e0e58e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Banquet hall - Congress Plaza Hotel (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/a9ee91b7.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 £152 includes taxes & fees 14 Feb - 15 Feb ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options 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 213 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains - Lake view - 251 sq ft - 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 - Lake view - 538 sq ft - 1 bedroom - 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 555 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 128 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains - Lake view - 251 sq ft - 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 70 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 Separate bedroom Blackout curtains - 251 sq ft - 1 bedroom - 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 148 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 - City view - 1 bedroom - 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 - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Suite with City View ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/430f3040.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite with City View - Sleeps 2 ## You may also like Ad ![Property amenity](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/83000000/82660000/82652400/82652306/55b627dd_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### citizenM Chicago Downtown Downtown Chicago - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Gym 9.4 Exceptional 4,229 reviews £92 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-CitizenM-Chicago-Downtown.h82652306.Hotel-Information?chkin=2026-2-22&chkout=2026-2-23&rm1=a2®ionId=178248&destination=Chicago (and vicinity)&destType=MARKET&latLong=41.88078,-87.62813&searchId=e6a18f75-e9c9-4f4d-a603-82f729280bef&top_cur=GBP) Ad ![Ice skating](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/1000000/120000/116700/116674/05f95ad0_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown Downtown Chicago - 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More rewards for more adventures! [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 Near a metro station, Congress Plaza Hotel is in Downtown Chicago, a walkable area in Chicago with good shopping. Auditorium Building and Theatre and Museum of Contemporary Photography are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Fine Arts Building and Mergenthaler Lofts. Columbia College Chicago and Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies are two other places to visit that come recommended. Looking to get your feet wet? Windsurfing and sailing adventures can be found near the property. Guests love the hotel's central location for the sightseeing. It's also convenient for public transportation: Harrison Station is 5 minutes on foot and Harold Washington Library Station is 6 minutes. [Visit our Chicago travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago.dx178248) ![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 featuring landscape views, a fountain and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064027/4c870572-f6fe-4d71-83f3-6c4d45aee5af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Buckingham Fountain 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Reflection of a Chicago buildings in a mirror of Chicago Bean, Millennium Park, Chicago city, USA., Shutterstock ID 1129809965, Purchase Order: SP-2109, Order Number: SP-2109 Qantas AU US Sale New Ads](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069201/dce58962-e3d4-4c61-b924-2acc9b980313.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Millennium Park 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Scene of Chicago street bridge with traffic among modern buildings of Downtown Chicago at Michigan avenue in Chicago, Illinois, United States, Business and Modern Transportation concept](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156167/9a44be22-322b-4187-8844-e2aa99b46184.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Michigan Avenue 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Auditorium Building and Theatre 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Columbia College Chicago 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles ### 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 - Maharaj Indian Grill 5 min walk - Fontano's Pizza and Subs 3 min walk - Relish Chicago Hot Dog Stand 4 min walk - Potbelly Sandwich Shop 5 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 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 - A lift, smoke-free property and wedding services - Luggage storage, multilingual staff 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 Internet and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property. 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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 - Desk - Eco-friendly toiletries - Heating - 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 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 ### 7.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4,415 8 - Good 2,633 6 - Okay 1,511 4 - Poor 717 2 - Terrible 606 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff 28 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, centrally located hotel. Food menu at bar a bit limited but loads of places around to eat at. Great stay ##### Jeff Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zyanya 18 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff was nice, clean room, nice location ##### Zyanya Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Casandra 18 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean rooms, helpful staff, and beautiful architecture. ##### Casandra Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Heidi 30 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities lovely staff, beautiful spacious historic architecture, classy touches like vintage plates and cutlery ##### Heidi Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### robert 23 Dec 2025 clean rooms and great location! ##### robert Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirk 21 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Beautiful property filled with history ##### Kirk Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine 27 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel and staff were great. It was conveniently located and I want to plan another stay. ##### Christine Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alondra 11 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff and clean rooms. Check in was nice and smooth. ##### Alondra Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kylie 30 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Bed was very comfortable and I would recommend this to a friend definitely would stay here again ##### Kylie Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Elizabeth 16 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff was courteous, room was clean, price was worth it, the continental breakfast was a little disappointing, but overall a nice place and would stay again. ##### Elizabeth Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina 19 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness Beautiful view of the sunrise! ##### Christina Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Scott 3 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room. Historic charm ##### Scott Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marco 7 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very affordable and clean ##### Marco Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosa Rios 2 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was very clean and just the right size and amenities for our short one night stay. The temperature was great on such a frigid night, we rested well during our stay. ##### Rosa Rios Stayed 1 night 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 #### Diana 1 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was very clean and bed and pillows were comfy. Enjoyed my stay. Will revisit next time in Chicago! ##### Diana 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 #### 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 ### 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 #### Omari 28 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice clean and friendly ##### Omari Stayed 2 nights in Dec 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 #### Hector 22 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean and easy check-in! ##### Hector Stayed 1 night 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 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Champaign-Hotels-TownePlace-Suites-By-Marriott-Champaign-UrbanaCampustown.h11070560.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Versey Chicago Lincoln Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Hotel-Versey-Chicago-Lincoln-Park.h22993.Hotel-Information) > > [greeneking Hotels in Plymouth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plymouth-Hotels-Greene-King.0-0-d2817--bGreeneKing.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Gym in Maldives](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Maldives-Hotel-With-Gym.0-0-d109-thotelwithgym.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels with smoking rooms in Bristol](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-Hotels-With-Smoking-Rooms.0-0-d688-tHotelswithsmokingrooms.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Blair Drummond Safari Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blair-Drummond-Safari-Park-Hotels.0-l6088375-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Vienna State Opera](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vienna-State-Opera-Hotels.0-l503222-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Luxury Hotels in Carpathian Mountains](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carpathian-Mountains-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d553248627367290365-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near BeWILDerwood](https://www.expedia.co.uk/BeWILDerwood-Hotels.0-l6170956-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Abingdon Road](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Abingdon-Road.h29747063.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Rothesay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rothesay-Hotels.d9645.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Ednam House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kelso-Hotels-Ednam-House-Hotel.h9050357.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Nagano Prefecture](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Nagano-Prefecture.d6053689.Hotel-Destinations) > > [K33 - Boutique Apartments by BQA](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Budapest-Hotels-K33-Boutique-Apartments-By-BQA.h99222955.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vallon-Pont-DArc-Hotels.d6051825.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [The Fern Habitat, Jaipur](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jaipur-District-Hotels-The-Fern-Habitat-Jaipur.h90124666.Hotel-Information) > > [Spa Hotels in Hemel Hempstead](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hemel-Hempstead-Hotels-Spa-Hotels.0-0-d4655-tSpaHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Jamaica (JFK) to Hyannis (HYA)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/jfk/hya/new-york-to-hyannis) > > [Flights from Manchester (MAN) to East London (ELS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/els/manchester-to-east-london) > > [Flights from Southampton (SOU) to Shannon (SNN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/sou/snn/southampton-to-shannon) > > [Flights from Ballasalla (IOM) to Granadilla de Abona (TFS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/iom/tfs/isle-of-man-to-tenerife) ### Cars ### Packages > [Godshill Model Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Godshill-Model-Village-Ventnor.d6280876.Attraction) ### General > [Visit Gdańsk](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gdansk.dx1296) > > [Visit Colico Piano](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colico-Piano.dx553248635976383771) ---