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Popular hotels in Downtown, Chicago

Discover well-known properties in Downtown that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 319 hotels in Downtown and price data was last updated on 13 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in Downtown is $252/night.
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540 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
Since opening in 1978, the Magnificent Mile Marriott has celebrated Chicago's rich culture and always modern style. Steps away from iconic attractions, flagship shopping, and the historical landmarks the city is famous for, feel at home while you experience downtown Chicago from our hotel. Our 1, 200 spacious guest rooms and suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows with views of Lake Michigan or the skyline, modern furnishings, and entertainment. The Great Room at our hotel on downtown Chicago's Magnificent Mile invites both leisure and business travelers to connect over hand-crafted cocktails at Reviver. Bring family or attendees to experience Shedd Aquarium, Wrigley Field, Navy Pier, and United Center or utilize 64,647 square feet of versatile function space, enhanced by expert planners anticipating your every need for your next event.
8.2
Excellent
1328 reviews
Location
1.8 km from city centre
720 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
Welcome to the Hilton Chicago, Chicago’s best address for business or leisure, where a $50 million rejuvenation provides you an environment where Classic meets Cool. The Hilton Chicago is located in the South Loop district of downtown Chicago, within walking distance of State Street and Magnificent Mile shopping, Financial District, Millennium Park, The Field Museum, Buckingham Fountain, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium and Soldier Field. Overlooking Grant Park, Lake Michigan and Museum Campus, Hilton Chicago is in walking distance of Soldier Field’s games and concerts, and near Pilsen neighborhood’s bar and restaurant scene. Hop on the 'L' to Chinatown or simply absorb the arts featured in Wabash Arts Corridor. Enjoy a soulful evening at Buddy Guy’s Legends. The Hilton Chicago is also convenient to noted learning institutions such as University of Chicago, Columbia College, Roosevelt University and DePaul University. The Hilton Chicago provides easy access steps from its doors to local transportation by taxi, public bus or train which takes you directly to the numerous dining and shopping options, a multitude of surrounding corporate or association based offices, or a day out at Wrigley Field - Cubs, Guaranteed Rate Field -White Sox and United Center - Bulls and Blackhawks. Business travelers enjoy the modern business conveniences of the Hilton Chicago. Those attending conventions and tradeshows will want to take advantage of the Hilton Chicago by being the closest downtown hotel to McCormick Place.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
7.8
Good
2554 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
225 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
Hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, steps from Chicago Riverwalk Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, valet parking, and coffee/tea in a common area. L7 Chicago by LOTTE offers 191 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and down comforters. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Chicago hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a WiFi speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves, in-room massages, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
9.1
Excellent
1308 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
151 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL, United States
Escape from the every day at JW Marriott Chicago, a landmark downtown Chicago hotel brimming with history. Book one of our current hotel deals and take advantage of our central location on Chicago's famous Loop. Find us near Union Station, West Loop restaurants, the Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park, Navy Pier, Shedd Aquarium, the Field Museum, and Soldier Field. After a full day exploring the treasures of Chicago, treat yourself to luxury hotel amenities like an on-site spa, indoor swimming pool, modern fitness center, and large soaking tubs in each room. Sample the authentic Italian cuisine and specialty cocktails at our hotel's restaurant and lounge. If you're hosting a wedding or corporate event in Chicago, reserve one of our elegant event venues, such as the opulent Burnham Ballroom. Then retreat to a spectacular hotel room or suite inspired by Pullman’s iconic luxury railcars. Whatever brings you to Chicago, IL, let us welcome you to JW Marriott Chicago.
Pool
8.6
Excellent
469 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
168 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
Hotel with a fitness center, steps from Michigan Avenue Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a fitness center and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, concierge services, and dry cleaning. Housekeeping is available on request. Arlo Chicago offers 218 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and espresso makers. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. This Chicago hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
1969 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
151 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United States
Riverwalk hotel with 4 restaurants and bars 4 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and a health club are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include 2 coffee shops/cafes, a snack bar/deli, and valet parking. Hyatt Regency Chicago offers 2032 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 65-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Chicago hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
5921 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
323 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United States
Blending Swiss hospitality with Chicago's vibrant spirit, Swissôtel Chicago is a luxury hotel in downtown Chicago, offering 662 modern rooms and suites, 65,000 square feet of flexible event space, and two dining outlets. Ideal for business and leisure travelers, the hotel provides personalized service, contemporary comfort, and thoughtful amenities to enhance every stay.
8.6
Excellent
2262 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
122 West Monroe Street, Chicago, IL, United States
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. Other amenities include a conference center, WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. Kimpton Gray Hotel by IHG offers 293 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.9
Excellent
668 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
221 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL, United States
The Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel features 80,000 square feet of amenity space, including an 8,000-square-foot fitness center with a full-size basketball court, a running track, and a sauna and steam room. We offer indoor and outdoor pools, a hot tub, free WiFi, on-site dining, and paid self- and valet parking. Take advantage of 28,000 square feet of event space with 12 breakout rooms and a 12,000-square-foot ballroom. Our 334 guest rooms include 15 Ambassador Suites, two Presidential Suites, and one Royal Suite with standard amenities like minibar, flat-screen TV, and rain shower. Enjoy pedway access and our location near North Michigan Avenue, Millennium Park, and The Field Museum. Plus, you can earn rewards, including free nights and gift cards, with our Choice Privileges Rewards program.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
2374 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in Downtown

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel in Downtown including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Downtown?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Downtown is February ($113). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Downtown is October ($562).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Downtown?

The cheapest day to stay in Downtown is Sunday ($113). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $790.

How much is a hotel in Downtown tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Downtown tonight starting as low as $159, rising to an average cost of $201, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $159 for a 4-star hotel in Downtown for tonight.

How much is a Downtown hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Downtown this weekend for as little as $178/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $193/night. For a 4-star hotel in Downtown, the cheapest rate recently found was $167/night for this weekend.

Top-rated Downtown, Chicago hotels

Browse through properties in Downtown that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 319 properties in Downtown and data was last updated on 13 July 2025.
Some of the very best Downtown hotels as rated by our users. Skim through hotel descriptions and user reviews to find the right one for you.
65 West Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, IL, United States
0.3 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$308
Avg. per night
85 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$258
Avg. per night
100 West Monroe Street, Chicago, IL, United States
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$230
Avg. per night
11 South LaSalle Street, Chicago, IL, United States
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$257
Avg. per night
203 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$263
Avg. per night
201 North State Street, Chicago, IL, United States
1.1 km from city centre
$285
Avg. per night
636 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
0.4 km from city centre
$273
Avg. per night
71 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United States
1.3 km from city centre
$243
Avg. per night
200 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL, United States
1.3 km from city centre
$253
Avg. per night
1 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United States
1.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$311
Avg. per night
17 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL, United States
0.6 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$239
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Downtown, Chicago

Discover affordable stays in Downtown that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Downtown can be found for as low as $51 per night. There is currently one property in Downtown that can be booked for this price. HI Chicago Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Downtown. Price data was last updated on 13 July 2025
At the moment, these hotels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Downtown. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
24 East Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago, IL, United States
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$51
Avg. per night
65 East Harrison Street, Chicago, IL, United States
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$112
Avg. per night
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$136
Avg. per night
1100 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$144
Avg. per night
111 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$168
Avg. per night
111 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$169
Avg. per night
500 South Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL, United States
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$174
Avg. per night
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United States
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$175
Avg. per night
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$177
Avg. per night
55 East 11th Street, Chicago, IL, United States
0.7 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$185
Avg. per night
1 South Franklin Street, Chicago, IL, United States
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$197
Avg. per night
32 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL, United States
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$200
Avg. per night
68 East Wacker Place, Chicago, IL, United States
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$201
Avg. per night
171 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL, United States
1.1 km from city centre
$208
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Downtown

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Downtown to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Downtown at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 13 July 2025.
We've come across the following hotels in Downtown with different price and hotel class options. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hotel class.
4 stars +
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United States
720 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
225 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
2 stars and under
1100 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
24 East Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Other accommodations in Downtown

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in Downtown.
24 East Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago, IL, United States
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$51
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Downtown

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Downtown to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 13 July 2025.
Utilize the map to find properties close to the Downtown area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. Clicking on a hotel name will take you to a page with pricing, reviews, and more useful information.

About Downtown

Commonly referred to as “The Loop”, Downtown Chicago lies at the heart of one of the largest cities in the United States. It’s home to huge parks, riverside walking trails and iconic museums, as well as architectural icons such as the Tribune Tower, the John Hancock Center and the Willis Tower.

Things to do in Downtown

Downtown Chicago is home to one of the world’s oldest art museums, The Art Institute of Chicago, which houses a permanent collection of around 300,000 works. It’s here that you can see iconic masterpieces such as Pablo Picasso’s “The Old Guitarists” and Grant Wood’s “American Gothic”. In addition, it displays Native American artwork, ancient mosaics and architectural works by Frank Lloyd Wright.

Hugging the shores of Lake Michigan is Grant Park, an immense green space that boasts wide boulevards, seasonal flower beds and a skate park. At its heart is the Rococo-style Buckingham Fountain while the Petrillo Music Shell hosts live music concerts during the Chicago Jazz Festival, Lollapalooza and the Taste of Chicago. A section of the 28-kilometre-long Chicago Lakefront Trail traverses the park, connecting the South Shore Cultural Center with Kathy Osterman Beach.

For a vertigo-inducing experience, head to the 103rd floor of the Willis Tower, otherwise known as the Skydeck. It offers incredible views that extend across four states on a clear day. If you’re feeling brave, you can step onto The Ledge - a glass-floored box that protrudes from the skyscraper, more than 400 metres above the ground below.

Getting around Downtown

Downtown Chicago is around 20 minutes’ drive from both Chicago Midway International Airport and O'Hare International Airport, which have flights to destinations across the globe. Long-distance trains connect to the Chicago Union railway station while subway services travel throughout the Downtown area.

Facts about staying in Downtown, Chicago

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Downtown to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 13 July 2025.
  • What are the best hotels in Downtown?

    River Hotel is a very popular hotel in Downtown, with a score of 8.3 from 4,892 reviews. Hilton Chicago (7.8 from 2,554 reviews) and HI Chicago Hostel (8.5 from 6,584 reviews) are also highly rated Downtown hotels based on recent feedback from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel near Union Station?

    Freehand Chicago is a good hotel close to Union Station - it has scored 7.3 over 4,781 reviews from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Downtown near Navy Pier?

    For a good hotel near to Navy Pier, consider Warwick Allerton Chicago - it is rated 8.0/10 from 6,348 HotelsCombined reviews.

  • Is there a good hotel near McCormick Place?

    If you’re visiting McCormick Place then the nearby Hyatt Regency Mccormick Place is a popular hotel with HotelsCombined users (2,840 reviews scoring it at an average 8.5/10).

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Downtown?

    HotelsCombined searches in the last 3 days suggest cheap Downtown hotels have prices starting from as low as $54/night, depending on the popularity of your requested dates.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Downtown?

    If your travel plans to Downtown are flexible, we recommend visiting at least one of the following most popular landmarks: Union Station, Navy Pier, or McCormick Place. Chicago is the city you should stay in if you want to visit Union Station. Staying in Chicago is preferred if you want to visit Navy Pier. To visit McCormick Place, it’s most convenient if you stay in Chicago.

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