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A spacious lobby with a central sofa, multiple seating areas, and a decorative ceiling.

1. Congress Plaza Hotel

Downtown Chicago

Skylar

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A luxurious bathroom with a large oval bathtub, a chandelier, and two large mirrors with floral arrangements.

2. The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection

Downtown Chicago

Alexis

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated skyscrapers and a river.

3. Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG

Downtown Chicago

Kevin

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, checkered ottomans, and a coffee table. There are black chairs, a blue sofa, and a TV on a stand.

4. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

Downtown Chicago

Kevin

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a visible entrance.

5. Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop

Downtown Chicago

maribeth

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

6. Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile - Medical

Downtown Chicago

Darien A

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a view of a cityscape through a large window, a floor lamp, a sofa with cushions, and a small table with a plant.

7. Sports Illustrated Resorts Chicago

Downtown Chicago

Macie

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, featuring a modern architectural design with large windows and a flat facade.

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown

Downtown Chicago

Andres

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a bridge.

9. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk

Downtown Chicago

Elizabeth

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, multiple seating areas, and city views.

10. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

Downtown Chicago

Eduardo

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a seating area with a view of the cityscape, and a large window.

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago River North

Downtown Chicago

Bette

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

12. Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Magnificent Mile

Downtown Chicago

Richard

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area, and a view of the sea.

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

Downtown Chicago

Nicole

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern interior with a staircase, a bench, and a view of the outside.

14. The Chicago Hotel Collection River North

Downtown Chicago

Hanna

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A cityscape at dusk with high-rise buildings, including a Hilton hotel.

15. Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Downtown Chicago

Melissa

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a wooden ceiling, and a view of a red brick building.

16. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

Downtown Chicago

Aran

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, featuring a prominent 'Courtyard' sign.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

Downtown Chicago

shirook

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A balcony with outdoor seating, overlooking a busy street with cars and buildings.

18. Ohio House Motel

Downtown Chicago

Colin

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A modern interior with a geometric light wall, a staircase, and hanging crystal chandeliers.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown

Downtown Chicago

Tracy

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

A high-rise building with a modern glass facade and a historic building with a green roof in the background.

20. voco Chicago Downtown - Riverwalk by IHG

Downtown Chicago

Dawson

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

Top Central Chicago Hotel Reviews

A hotel with a classic facade, large windows, and flags.

Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop

Downtown Chicago

10/10 Excellent

Francis

A multi-story hotel with a modern glass facade, located in an urban setting with a parking lot and street views.

Hyatt Place Chicago/River North

Downtown Chicago

10/10 Excellent

Jingying

A high-rise hotel with a modern glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent corner entrance.

Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown / River North

Downtown Chicago

10/10 Excellent

Sudhir

A lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a large chandelier.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago McCormick Place

South Loop

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveller

A modern hotel lobby with large glass doors, wooden accents, and potted plants.

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Chicago Magnificent Mile

Downtown Chicago

10/10 Excellent

Romesh

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Downtown Chicago

10/10 Excellent

Rajesh

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Our top choices for Central Chicago 3-star hotels

1. Congress Plaza Hotel

2. The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection

3. Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG

4. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

5. Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop

6. Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile - Medical

7. Sports Illustrated Resorts Chicago

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown

9. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk

10. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago River North

12. Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Magnificent Mile

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

14. The Chicago Hotel Collection River North

15. Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

16. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

17. Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

18. Ohio House Motel

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown

20. voco Chicago Downtown - Riverwalk by IHG

Top Central Chicago Hotel Reviews

Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop

10/10 Excellent

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