Title: Le Méridien Essex Chicago 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) # Le Méridien Essex Chicago Travelers enjoy Grant Park Bistro's delicious cuisine and complimentary in-room WiFi at this downtown Chicago hotel. ## Photo gallery for Le Méridien Essex Chicago ![City view - Le Méridien Essex Chicago (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/de4336b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge - Le Méridien Essex Chicago (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/1d328453.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board - Le Méridien Essex Chicago (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/ed99b7b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Le Méridien Essex Chicago (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/81673aca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Le Méridien Essex Chicago (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/6e228b75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Le Méridien Essex Chicago offers a sophisticated downtown retreat. Guests can enjoy meals at Grant Park Bistro, in-room WiFi, and services like dry cleaning and luggage storage. The helpful staff and excellent dining consistently earn praise from visitors. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available £85 includes taxes & fees 12 Jan - 13 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 2 - Jan 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 3 - Jan 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 2 - 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226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/771c6a6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View 8.8 Excellent 13 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Private bathroom Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Espresso maker - 258 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/5cc5bdaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 2 Double Beds 8.0 Very good 21 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Private bathroom Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Espresso maker - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/5cc5bdaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds 8.6 Excellent 25 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Private bathroom Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Espresso maker - 273 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/de4336b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed 9.2 Wonderful 30 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Private bathroom Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Espresso maker - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Superior King Room with City View ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/bde9cee2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior King Room with City View - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible) ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/5cc5bdaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Private bathroom Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Espresso maker - 268 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible) ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/5cc5bdaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Private bathroom Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Espresso maker - 273 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub) ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/46c12ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Private bathroom Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Espresso maker - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible) ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/de4336b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible) 7.0 Good 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Private bathroom Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Espresso maker - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower) ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/46c12ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Private bathroom Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Espresso maker - 225 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/46c12ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 1 King Bed 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Private bathroom Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Espresso maker - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/46c12ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 1 King Bed 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Private bathroom Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Espresso maker - 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Be sure to enjoy a meal at Grant Park Bistro, the on-site bistro. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a 24-hour gym and a business centre. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Valet parking (surcharge), a lift and luggage storage - Meeting rooms, smoke-free property and concierge services - ATM/banking services, a 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe - Guest reviews say great things about the dining options, helpful staff and location Room features All 274 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property. 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Assistive listening devices - Braille/raised signage - Grab bar near toilet (86 centimetre high) - Handrails in stairways (81 centimetre high) - Height-adjustable showerhead - Lever door handles - Lift (91 centimetre wide door) - Low-height door lock - Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom - Low-height view port in door - Stair-free path to entrance - Transfer shower - Visual alarms in hallways - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible business centre - Wheelchair-accessible gym - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (83 centimetre high) - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchairs on site ### More - 15 floors - Banquet hall - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Rooftop garden - Smoke-free property - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Dressing gowns - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 55-inch smart TV ### Food and drink - Espresso maker - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Free daily newspapers - Free local calls - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - LED lighting - Phone - Recycling - Safe - Water-efficient showers ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 1 total (up to 11 kg per pet) Pets cannot be left unattended Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### 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 100 per night - Destination fee: USD 17.61 per accommodation, per night. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Valet parking fee: USD 77 per night (in/out privileges) - Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Safety features at this property include a smoke detector Property Registration Number 60605 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. ### Property is also known as Hotel Essex Essex Chicago Hotel Hotel Essex Chicago Chicago Chicago Hotel Essex Chicago Hotel Hotel Hotel Essex Chicago Hotel Essex Chicago Chicago Essex Hotel Essex Chicago Le Meridien Essex Chicago Le Méridien Essex Chicago Hotel Le Méridien Essex Chicago Chicago Le Méridien Essex Chicago Hotel Chicago ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Le Méridien Essex Chicago pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Le Méridien Essex Chicago? ### How much is parking at Le Méridien Essex Chicago? ### What time is check-in at Le Méridien Essex Chicago? ### What time is check-out at Le Méridien Essex Chicago? ### Where is Le Méridien Essex Chicago located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Le Méridien Essex Chicago Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent 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) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Amenities ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 8.8 Eco-friendliness ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 637 8 - Good 182 6 - Okay 96 4 - Poor 34 2 - Terrible 55 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natali 4 Dec 2025 Great stay for quick weekend trip ##### Natali Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher 7 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We love the hotel and the staff! The rooms are clean and comfortable. The location is convenient to the museums, shopping and great food. ##### Christopher Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth 21 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Good location! Small and friendly ##### Elizabeth Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victor 3 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was impeccable from the room to the service to the hotel bar. We loved our stay there and it is centrally located to so many things. ##### Victor Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katharine 5 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel, great location. ##### Katharine Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeffrey 30 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was my second time staying here. It has nice rooms, clean and quiet. Its in a great location as well. ##### Jeffrey Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy Blount 16 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Easy going, friendly and quiet:) Had a flight cancellation and didn’t encounter any problems extending my stay. ##### Amy Blount Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shayna 11 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent location & lovely room. ##### Shayna Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### FRANCIS 14 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Rooms were clean and well appointed, very attentive staff and great customer service ##### FRANCIS Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda 16 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was nice and clean, staff was friendly and helpful, and the food at grant park bistro was delicious ##### Amanda Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ivanna 16 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The front desk staff was extremely helpful and kind. They helped us check in early. A special shout out to KIERA, Isaiah and Jesus. I highly recommend staying here we had a fantastic time ##### Ivanna Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 1 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excellent stay … highly recommend it ! ##### Paul Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jorge Francisco 23 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Well kept, very friendly staff, great food at their restaurant ##### Jorge Francisco Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Shobha 12 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Very comfortable and spacious rooms. I do wish they’d have real coffee on site though… ##### Shobha Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### KARLEY 10 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great hotel ##### KARLEY Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cara 7 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean and nice location ##### Cara Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guadalupe 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Great place to stay at ##### Guadalupe Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brittany 8 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful room and staff was very nice. Very walkable city. We had a lot to do and the resraurants we found were amazing. ##### Brittany Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alma M. 7 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was clean and the view was awesome! Walkable to restaurants and bars. Park right across the street. Walkable to museums and Soldier Field. Everyone was very nice checking in and out. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e8b900a7-7ed8-42f7-92fe-d3c824b2fc6b-1762548759588.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cc0ee736-76df-4832-b710-b5e0cf6c4d72-1762548759455.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/52fd1545-d39e-4c43-98eb-96adeca8e6ee-1762548759627.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Alma M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### R 23 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Room was good but details were not 4 star. Coffee maker was missing its lid, evening front staff were not able to provide a knife suggesting we ask the on site restaurant, things like that. Location was convenient. Staff at the restaurant were pleasant. ##### R Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly 23 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The team that greeted me from the time I came into the hotel was outstanding shout out to the crew. The restaurant was superb. The room was clean and immaculate. Aesthetic of the hotel is like no other 10 out of 10. ##### Kimberly Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Marco 8 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place ##### Marco Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great location for walking to the Bears game ##### Matt Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff was so friendly, accommodations were modern and well appointed, a wonderful location with surprisingly good food in the attached restaurant ##### Angela Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 20 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location right on Michigan Ave and nice view from our window. Easy walks to allot of attractions and restaurants. Definitely would stay there again. ##### James Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Sydney](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d178312-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Entertainment in Sheffield](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheffield-Hotels-Hotel-With-Entertainment.0-0-d5682-thotelwithentertainment.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Cheap Hotels in Gibraltar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Gibraltar-Budget-Hotels.0-0-d66-tBudgetHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-OHare-Chicago.h5403.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Hawthorne Terrace Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Hawthorne-Terrace-Hotel.h116850.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Acta the Clover](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Acta-The-Clover.h92732593.Hotel-Information) > > [Chatterley House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ilkeston-Hotels-Chatterley-House.h32695143.Hotel-Information) > > [Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Moxy-Edinburgh-Fountainbridge.h64450784.Hotel-Information) > > [Family-Friendly Hotels in Portsmouth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portsmouth-Hotels-Family-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d553248634335196573-tFamilyFriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Mudeford Quay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mudeford-Quay-Hotels.0-l553248621555744002-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [HOVIMA Santa María](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Adeje-Hotels-HOVIMA-Santa-Maria.h1382894.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Kuala Lumpur](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kuala-Lumpur-Hotels.d180008.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotel Versey Chicago Lincoln Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Hotel-Versey-Chicago-Lincoln-Park.h22993.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Kirkby Fleetham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Kirkby-Fleetham-Hotels.s50-0-d3000384361.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Stadhampton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stadhampton-Hotels.d6258300.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Dublin (DUB) to Nairobi (NBO)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/dub/nbo/dublin-to-nairobi) ### Cars > [Enterprise Car Rentals In Bracknell](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enterprise-Car-Rentals-In-Bracknell.d4580-c15.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ### Activities > [Things to do in Raleigh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Raleigh.d178300.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Mowbray Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mowbray-Park-Sunderland-City-Centre.d553248621532494593.Attraction) > > [Boa Vista Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista.d730.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Cambrils Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambrils.d181379.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Stratford Butterfly Farm](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Butterfly-Farm-Stratford-upon-Avon.d6171188.Attraction) > > [Tynemouth Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tynemouth-Castle-Tynemouth.d6079509.Attraction) ### General ---