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) ![Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Lakeside | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/e932b9a9.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) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/e43f096f.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 £85 includes taxes & fees 24 Nov - 25 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 5 - Nov 6](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 6 - Nov 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&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 208 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Eco-friendly toiletries - 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 22 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Separate bedroom - 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 534 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Eco-friendly toiletries - 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 Eco-friendly toiletries - 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 Eco-friendly toiletries - 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 67 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Eco-friendly toiletries - 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 Eco-friendly toiletries Deep-soaking bath - 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 143 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Eco-friendly toiletries - 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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 - Auditorium Building and Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - 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 #### 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 - ‪The Lounge At Congress Hotel - ‬1 min walk - ‪Gazebo Restaurant at Grant Park - ‬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 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 porter/bellboy, meeting rooms and a front desk safe - A gift shop, a 24-hour front desk and wedding 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. 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 2,439 reviews £83 includes taxes & fees 17 Nov - 18 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&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 2,566 reviews £75 includes taxes & fees 10 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 5 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Congress Plaza Hotel on 24 Nov 2025 start from £84.60, 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) ### 8.2 Cleanliness ### 7.6 Amenities ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 7.6 Eco-friendliness ### 7.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4,245 8 - Good 2,616 6 - Okay 1,488 4 - Poor 745 2 - Terrible 594 ### 8/10 Good #### Jacqueline 3 Nov 2025 The location and view was great. ##### Jacqueline Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 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 #### Emily 27 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Easy check in and close to a lot of things ##### Emily Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### LI 16 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Great location ##### LI Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Silvia 22 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Room was clean and staff friendly ##### Silvia Stayed 1 night in Oct 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 #### 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 #### Stephen 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff. Room is clean and nice. ##### Stephen Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eileen 20 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice and friendly staff. Convenient location ##### Eileen Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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 ### 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 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mark 4 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness The facility appeared worn and in need of remodeling. The room although spacious was basic and a little plain. The hotel location is great. ##### Mark Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Troy 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Classic hotel. ##### Troy Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jerry 4 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Serviceable and thrifty option to be close to Grant Park for a race. Not great but not bad. At 100-150 a night cheaper than others close by it works. ##### Jerry Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer 7 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was our 3rd time staying here in 6 months. As always…excellent experience! ##### Jennifer Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy 6 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Love the Congress! Very convenient location- walking distance to everything! Comfortable room and clean! ##### Wendy Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Miriam 11 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel has a beautiful historic charm and an excellent location right across from Grant Park — perfect for sightseeing and walking to nearby attractions like the Art Institute and Michigan Avenue. The staff were friendly and helpful, and our room was comfortable and clean. It’s a great choice for anyone wanting a classic Chicago experience! ##### Miriam Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Terry 21 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities it is a very good old hotel. The room had been recently refreshed and it was bright and clean. It was very quiet which was surprising considering we were in the city. All in all it was a good value and I will return there. ##### Terry Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nettie 2 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities They have amazing service, the staff is very friendly. The food is good and it was just a wonderful experience. I highly recommend this hotel for families and single travelers. Just fantastic. ##### Nettie Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Eric 20 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities I loved staying here only thing was elevators weren't working Saturday and walking down 11 flights of stairs wasn't fun! ##### Eric Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Charles 4 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Definitely an older building. Room wasn't as new and renovated as the pictures, but was still good overall. ##### Charles Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael 2 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Walking distance to restaurants and the staff was very helpful. Your door men did an outstanding job and every one of them went out of their way to help. ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gregory 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Cool old hotel. Staff were good and helpful. I would love to have a Time Machine and go back 100 years and see what it was like then. ##### Gregory Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Joseph 20 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent bed and pillows. Friendly and fast checkin and checkout. Long waits for elevator. Shower inferior, including soap. ##### Joseph Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jerry 21 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean room ##### Jerry Stayed 3 nights 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)