Chicago City Center Hotels

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Here is a quick list of Downtown Hotels in Chicago, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

9.0 / 10

(941 Reviews)

From 386$
The Chicago Hotel Collection Magnificent Mile

8.0 / 10

(1296 Reviews)

From 120$
Four Seasons Chicago Hotel

9.0 / 10

(113 Reviews)

From 453$
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Mccormick Place

8.0 / 10

(264 Reviews)

From 238$
The Buckingham Hotel

8.7 / 10

(550 Reviews)

From 179$

There are many hotel choices when travelling to a new city. Sometimes it can be tough to decide which hotel to choose. When travelling to Chicago, Illinois in the United States, it might be a good idea to choose a hotel in the Central area.

There are many reasons why Central hotels might be a good choice when travelling to Chicago. For starters, the Central area is home to many popular tourist destinations. Some of the most famous attractions in Chicago are located in the Central area, including Navy Pier, Millennium Park, and the Magnificent Mile.

Also, the Central area is well-served by public transportation. This makes it easy to get around the city without having to worry about traffic or parking. Plus, there are plenty of restaurants, bars, and shops in the area, so visitors won’t have to go far to find what they’re looking for.

Lastly, Central hotels are often more affordable than hotels located in other parts of the city. This makes them a great option for budget-minded travellers. So, if you’re looking for a great place to stay in Chicago, the Central area is a good choice.

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Best Hotels in Chicago Downtown

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Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago The Chicago Hotel Collection Magnificent Mile Four Seasons Chicago Hotel Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Mccormick Place Hotels in Chicago City Centre With Parking The Buckingham Hotel Hotel Felix Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown Hotels in Downtown Chicago With Pool The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago Hotel Waldorf Astoria Chicago Hotel Claridge House Hotel

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9
Excellent
941 Reviews

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

📍 401 North Wabash Avenue

From 386$

Located close to the fancy high - rise Shops at Northbridge Mall, Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago offers 339 rooms with stunning views. Millennium Public Park and North Garden can be reached in 18 minutes' walk and 15 minutes' walk respectively.

The venue is set in Magnificent Mile district, in vicinity of the Oak Magnificent Mile Street. It is just 2 km to the downtown of Chicago. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago is a short ride from Lake Michigan.

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8
Very good
1296 Reviews

The Chicago Hotel Collection Magnificent Mile

📍 166 East Superior Street

From 120$

The 4-star Hotel Audrey Chicago is set 2.2 km from The Loop and 0.4 km from the Oak Magnificent Mile Street. Featuring 216 rooms with views of the city, this venue is set within a short ride from Chicago Loop.

The accommodation is set in Magnificent Mile district, 450 metres from Chicago underground station. Attractions within walking distance include the downtown Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago and the eight story mall "Water Tower Place". Guests can find a beautiful beach a short walk from the hotel.

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9
Excellent
113 Reviews

Four Seasons Chicago Hotel

📍 120 East Delaware Place

From 453$

Overlooking the city, Four Seasons Chicago is a 15-minute walk from London Guarantee Building in Chicago. Boasting location next to the Oak Magnificent Mile Street, the property offers 345 rooms together with a beach bar onsite.

The hotel is located near Chicago Water Tower, about 400 metres from Chicago tube station. The venue lies within a 5-minute drive from the 3,300-foot-long Navy Pier. Four Seasons Chicago is a short driving distance of The Art Institute of Chicago.

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Hotels in Chicago City Centre With Parking

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8
Very good
264 Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Mccormick Place

📍 123 East Cermak, Suite 300

From 238$

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Mccormick Place enjoys a premium location in the vicinity of the indoor Wintrust Arena. Boasting valet parking service, 24-hour security service and concierge service, this property also provides guests with meeting rooms, a work area and a business centre.

Millennium Public Park is 3 km from the accommodation, while The Loop is settled 3.1 km away. The centre of Chicago is about a 30-minute walk away. The venue is only a short drive from the historic football stadium "Soldier Field".

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8.7
Excellent
550 Reviews

The Buckingham Hotel

📍 425 South Financial Place

From 179$

The business Buckingham Hotel comprises non-smoking rooms only 8 minutes away from Chicago Board of Trade Building. The Millennium Grant Park is less than 1.8 km away.

The venue is set in Chicago Loop district, a few steps from Skydeck Chicago. It is just 1 km to the downtown of Chicago. Buckingham Fountain is also within a few minutes drive from The Buckingham Hotel.

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Hotels in Chicago

Airport nearby ✈️ Midway International, Chicago O'Hare International
Average Price 💰 312$
Hotels in Chicago 🏨 1075
Hotel Reviews ⭐ 29054
Landmarks nearby 📍 Chicago Children's Museum, Money Museum at the Federal Reserve Bank, United Center, Andersonville, The Magnificent Mile
Family Hotel 👪 Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago
Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 The Chicago Hotel Collection Magnificent Mile
Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ Four Seasons Chicago Hotel

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7.6
Very good
2966 Reviews

Hotel Felix

📍 111 West Huron Street

From 104$

Hotel Felix Chicago is an eco-friendly 4-star accommodation, set in proximity to Holy Name Cathedral. The venue is situated a 10-minute walk from the plain-looking Washington Square Park and next to the restored gilded age mansion "Richard H. Driehaus Museum".

Millennium Public Park is less than 2.5 km away. Guests can reach the centre of Chicago within 20 minutes' walk. The skyscraper 360 Chicago Observation Deck is also within a few minutes drive from Hotel Felix.

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Hotels in Downtown Chicago With Pool

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8.7
Excellent
723 Reviews

Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown

📍 10 South Wabash Avenue

From 133$

Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown, situated less than 1.4 km from the Oak Magnificent Mile Street, offers a shared lounge, a separate sitting area and a bar. The Loop is less than 1.1 km away.

The venue is located 1 km from the centre of Chicago and a couple of minutes' drive from London Guarantee Building. Attractions within walking distance include CNA Center and Museums in the Park.

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7.8
Very good
221 Reviews

The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago Hotel

📍 909 North Michigan Avenue

From 213$

Featuring a beauty salon and a wellness area, The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago Hotel is set 2 km from the half-mile-long Navy Pier in Chicago. The downtown Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago is 550 metres from the venue, while Michigan & Delaware/Walton bus station is 50 metres away.

This award-winning accommodation is located near the Oak Magnificent Mile Street and the skyscraper 360 Chicago Observation Deck. You'll be 350 metres from Lake Michigan. You can get to London Guarantee Building in a few minutes by car.

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8.1
Very good
172 Reviews

Waldorf Astoria Chicago Hotel

📍 11 E. Walton

From 609$

The 5-star Waldorf Astoria Chicago Hotel is set 1.1 km from Gold Coast and 0.6 km from Chicago Water Tower. Offering basic rooms and a gym and fitness room, the venue is set in the centre of the city, close to the skyscraper 360 Chicago Observation Deck.

Located in Magnificent Mile district, this accommodation is 350 metres from Chicago tube station and close to the downtown Oak Street. It is set within a 30-minute walking distance from Chicago city centre. A short driving distance to the free Lincoln Park Zoo is a perk for guests staying at Waldorf Astoria Chicago Hotel.

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Budget Hotels In Chicago City Centre

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7.9
Very good
630 Reviews

Claridge House Hotel

📍 1244 N Dearborn Parkway

From 119$

Located 1.9 km from London Guarantee Building, guests of 4-star Claridge House Hotel Chicago may find entertainment activities, a living area and a fireplace on-site. Situated in Gold Coast district, the venue is set 1.4 km from the downtown Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago.

The accommodation is placed in the centre of Chicago, a stroll away from Charnley-Persky House Museum. The property places you within 0.9 km of Oak Street Beach. Goudy Square Park is an easy walk away.

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9
Excellent
1390 Reviews

Viceroy Chicago Hotel

📍 1118 North State Street

From 302$

The 5-star Viceroy Chicago Hotel is set 0.8 km from the eight story mall "Water Tower Place" and 0.9 km from Gold Coast. Featuring 180 rooms with views of the city, this venue is set within a short ride from the downtown Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago.

The accommodation is set in Downtown Chicago district, a few steps from the skyscraper 360 Chicago Observation Deck. The hotel is 30 minutes' walk from Chicago city centre. Guests will appreciate property's proximity to Mariano Plaza.

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8.5
Very good
1227 Reviews

Ohio House Motel

📍 600 North Lasalle Street

From 153$

The 2-star Ohio House Motel is set 1.4 km from the fancy high-rise Shops at Northbridge Mall and 1.8 km from the downtown Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago. Set within reach of Chicago-style pizza, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of Spanish cuisine.

The accommodation is set in Magnificent Mile district, 350 metres from Grand underground station. The motel is a 20-minute walk to the centre of Chicago. Ohio House Motel is placed a few minutes' drive from The Art Institute of Chicago.

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8
Very good
486 Reviews

Le Meridien Essex Chicago

📍 800 South Michigan Avenue

From 169$

Located a few minutes' drive from The Art Institute of Chicago, Le Meridien Essex Chicago offers 274 welcoming rooms. Chicago Cultural Center is 1.4 km from the venue and the premier natural-history Field Museum is 6 km away.

The accommodation is placed in the centre of Chicago, a stroll away from The Loop. The city centre is close by, about 10 minutes' walk away. The hotel is situated close to Columbia College Garden.

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8.2
Very good
284 Reviews

The Talbott Hotel

📍 20 East Delaware Place

From 156$

Located 500 metres from the 9 story skyscraper "Water Tower Place", the 4-star Talbott Hotel, Part Of Jdv By Hyatt Chicago offers non-smoking rooms within a 15-minute walk of London Guarantee Building. Set close to the skyscraper 360 Chicago Observation Deck, this comfortable venue has an a la carte restaurant as well as a bar and a living area onsite.

The accommodation is set close to Chicago Water Tower and within 300 metres of Chicago underground station. The hotel lies within a 25-minute walk of the centre of Chicago. Millennium Public Park is just a short drive away.

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8.7
Excellent
54 Reviews

The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago Hotel

📍 160 East Pearson Street At Water Tower Place

From 463$

Notable for its location 100 metres away from the eight story mall "Water Tower Place" in Magnificent Mile district, the venue is placed within 5 minutes' walk of the downtown Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago. Featuring 434 rooms with views of the landscape, this accommodation is set within a short ride from Gold Coast.

The hotel is set within 25 minutes' walk of the centre of Chicago, not far from Chicago Water Tower. You'll be 850 metres from Lake Michigan. The skyscraper 360 Chicago Observation Deck is also located near the property.

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9
Excellent
580 Reviews

Hotel Emc2, Autograph Collection

📍 228 East Ontario Street

From 261$

Offering a storage room, a safe deposit box and a cash machine, Hotel Emc2, Autograph Collection is only 8 minutes’ walk from Chicago Water Tower. The venue is set in Magnificent Mile district, in vicinity of the Oak Magnificent Mile Street.

This accommodation is in a 20-minute walk from Millennium Public Park. It is located 2 km from the city centre of Chicago. The Art Institute of Chicago is also a short drive away.

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8.5
Very good
193 Reviews

Thompson Chicago, By Hyatt Hotel

📍 21 East Bellevue Place

From 209$

Featuring allergy friendly rooms, a winter garden and a restaurant, Thompson Chicago Hotel is located not far from the skyscraper 360 Chicago Observation Deck. Set around 850 metres from Michigan Avenue, the venue is also close to Clark Street.

Situated in Gold Coast district, the accommodation is set 2.5 km from the half - mile - long Navy Pier. The centre of Chicago is 3 km away. Millennium Public Park is only a couple of minutes' drive away.

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8.8
Excellent
1048 Reviews

Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

📍 1 West Washington

From 270$

Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop, situated in Chicago Loop district, provides pet-friendly accommodation with allergy free rooms and a restaurant. Located off Illinois Center, the venue is about 10 minutes’ walk from Chicago city centre.

The property is approximately 1.1 km from the 1.10 - story, 1,450 - foot skyscraper "Willis Tower", while Chicago Architecture Center is 1 km away. The hotel stands 150 metres from Washington/Wells tube station. The huge outdoor Cloud Gate Sculpture is also located near the venue. The plain - looking Washington Square Park is just a few minutes' drive away.

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7.9
Very good
1383 Reviews

W Chicago - Lakeshore

📍 644 North Lake Shore Drive

From 124$

Located 600 metres from the Modern, sunny coffee-slinger Dollop, the 4-star W Chicago - Lakeshore Hotel offers designer rooms within an 11-minute walk of the 3,300-foot-long Navy Pier. Set near the Oak Magnificent Mile Street, the venue overlooks the city and invites guests to have a drink at a rooftop bar.

The accommodation is situated 3 km from Chicago city centre and 25 km from Midway International airport. You'll be 450 metres from Lake Michigan. This sleek hotel is within a short driving distance of the eight story mall "Water Tower Place".

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7
Good
1085 Reviews

Best Western Grant Park Hotel

📍 1100 S Michigan Avenue

From 118$

The welcoming 3-star Best Western Grant Park Hotel Chicago is set in a shopping a few minutes drive away from North Garden. Boasting location next to The Loop, the venue offers 172 rooms together with a lounge bar onsite.

The accommodation is approximately 6 km from the premier natural-history Field Museum, while the Oak Magnificent Mile Street is 2.4 km away. The centre of Chicago is 15 minutes' walk away. Guests will appreciate the hotel's location close to Film Row Cinema.

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8.2
Very good
831 Reviews

Doubletree By Hilton Chicago Magnificent Mile Hotel

📍 300 E. Ohio Street

From 137$

Overlooking the city, Doubletree By Hilton Chicago Magnificent Mile Hotel is a 19-minute walk from Millennium Public Park in Chicago. Set close to the downtown Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago, this welcoming venue has an a la carte restaurant as well as a sun terrace, a fireplace and a bar onsite.

The half-mile-long Navy Pier is less than 1.2 km away. The accommodation is also next door to the fancy high-rise Shops at Northbridge Mall, and near a motorway. Illinois Center is just a short drive away.

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7.8
Very good
443 Reviews

The Drake Hotel

📍 140 East Walton Place

From 136$

The excellent Drake Hotel is nestled in a shopping area of Chicago, next to the skyscraper 360 Chicago Observation Deck. Set close to the downtown Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago, this venue boasts airy rooms along with a bar and a flat-screen HD TV available onsite.

The accommodation is 2.1 km away from the 3,300-foot-long Navy Pier and 1.6 km from Pier Park. You'll be 300 metres from Lake Michigan. The Drake Hotel is a few minutes' drive from the non - denominational Moody Church.

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8.3
Very good
725 Reviews

Kinzie Hotel

📍 20 W Kinzie St

From 189$

Offering a shared lounge, a library and entertainment activities, Kinzie Hotel Chicago is 15 minutes' walk from North Garden. The venue is located 2 km from the centre of Chicago and a couple of minutes' drive from the 3,300 - foot - long Navy Pier.

Situated in Magnificent Mile district, the accommodation is set 0.5 km from Blue Chicago Orchestra. Attractions within walking distance include Chicago-style pizza and Chicago Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

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9
Excellent
365 Reviews

Moxy Chicago Downtown Hotel

📍 530 North Lasalle Drive

From 139$

Located a few minutes' drive from the Mirrored, bean-shaped Cloud Gate Sculpture, Moxy Chicago Downtown Hotel offers 156 contemporary rooms. It is 0.5 km from Chicago River and 1.3 km from Ford Center for the Performing Arts Oriental Theatre.

The venue is situated 2 km from Chicago city centre and 20 km from Midway International airport. Attractions within walking distance include Chicago-style pizza and Blue Chicago Orchestra.

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7.2
Good
3881 Reviews

Warwick Allerton Chicago

📍 701 North Michigan Avenue

From 113$

Warwick Allerton Chicago Hotel, located near the downtown Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago, offers 24-hour front desk, valet parking service and housekeeping service along with views over the city. Guests staying at the venue will find themselves less than 650 metres away from Lake Shore Park.

The accommodation is set in Magnificent Mile district, within easy reach of the skyscraper 360 Chicago Observation Deck. A 25-minute walk from this charming property will get you to the heart of Chicago. Warwick Allerton Chicago Hotel is a short drive from the non - denominational Moody Church.

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6
Good
2714 Reviews

Travelodge By Wyndham Downtown Chicago

📍 65 East Harrison

From 97$

Offering a bar and a flat-screen cable-TV, Travelodge By Wyndham Downtown Chicago is 13 minutes' walk from The Loop. Harrison, the nearest underground station, is a 5-minute walk away.

The venue is located 1 km from the centre of Chicago and a couple of minutes' drive from the 110 - story, 1,450 - foot skyscraper "Willis Tower". The half-mile-long Navy Pier is 2.2 km away from the accommodation. Museums in the Park is also located near the hotel. You will find Auditorium Building and Theatre nearby.

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Chicago City Center Hotels FAQ
Which Central hotels are popular among city visitors?
These Central hotels are known for their convenient locations, and positive customer reviews:
What are the best central hotels in Chicago?
If you're searching for the coolest central accommodation, there are 113 deals to choose from. You may choose Waldorf Astoria (rating: 9.0/10) for 577US$ per night. It's placed 650 metres from Holy Name Cathedral and offers shuttle service, babysitting and 24-hour room service on site. As an alternative, book The Westin Michigan Avenue rated 7.4/10 for 249US$ per night, featuring turndown service, newspaper service and a gym. Other popular central hotels include Hotel Downtown, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Downtown Hotel and Silversmith Hotel Downtown.
What are the best cheap hotels in Chicago city centre?
According to twortw.org travel data, there are 58 deals to choose from. The Hotel Collection Millennium Park rated 7.8/10 is great for your budget stay in Chicago. This 3-star property has room service, restaurant and 24-hour security service. Alternatively, book Hyatt Place-South/University Medical Center (rating: 8.0/10) for 183US$ per night. This 3-star hotel provides an indoor swimming pool, a golf course and free shuttle bus service on site. Other top properties include Hotel West Loop, Super 8 By Wyndham Il and Ray'S Bucktown Bed And Breakfast.

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