Near West Side Travel Guide
Chicago
Visit Near West Side
Stay near popular Near West Side attractions
Things to do
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Top hotels in Near West Side
Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG
"We had to switch rooms 3 times due to bugs. The first room had bugs in the bathroom and a large spider in the curtains, the second room had ants in the entry way and in the fridge, and the third room was fine until the last night were we saw another bug in the bathroom and a 2-inch bug that looked ..."
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
LIVN - West Loop Chicago
"Good value, clean and well maintained. I will book my reservation to LIVN next time I go to Chicago."
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026
The Emily Hotel
River Hotel
"Great location. Smallish rooms. Comfortable bed and clean bathroom. The only problem was; the elevators are split between top floors and bottoms floors. 2 elevators for 1-10 and 2 elevators for 11-38. There was one elevator out of order due to regular maintenance, according to the sign. It never ..."
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026
Congress Plaza Hotel
Where to stay in Near West Side
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
Magnificent Mile
Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
River North
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
Lincoln Park
Known for its ample dining options and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lincoln Park. You can visit top attractions like Lake Michigan and Lincoln Hall, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.
