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A busy city street with tall buildings, a bus, and cars.

Downtown Chicago

The heart of the Midwest’s glittering metropolis has many offerings, from shopping and dining to parks, museums and exciting contemporary public art.

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A river with yellow boats, a bridge, and tall buildings.

The Loop

Bordered roughly by the surrounding elevated train circuit, this Chicago neighborhood has restaurants, galleries, parks and a giant silver bean.

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A historic castle-like building with intricate stonework and a paved walkway.

Magnificent Mile

A dazzling array of boutiques, luxury shops, famous department stores and pleasant cafés, where shopaholics can lose themselves for hours.

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A city street with a train passing overhead, cars, pedestrians, and a red brick building.

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.

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A river with a city skyline in the background, surrounded by green trees and grass.

Lincoln Park

Both a neighborhood and a park, this northern Chicago area has gorgeous scenery, residential streets lined with stately homes and extensive shopping and dining.

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Top Essex Hotel Reviews

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

8/10 Good

"The bar was energetic and had a full menu to choose from."

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was a great location for us because it was within walking distance of our concert at Soldier Field. Parking was very easy to access. The check-in process was quick and friendly. The room was clean and spacious. The staff was professional and accommodating, especially when I needed to ask for extra amenities; they came to the room within minutes."

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"I had a wonderful stay at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown. The location is one of the biggest highlights—right in the heart of downtown with easy access to the Riverwalk, restaurants, shopping, attractions, and public transportation. It made getting around Chicago incredibly convenient. The hotel itself felt clean, modern, comfortable, and well maintained. My room was spacious, quiet, and relaxing, with a very comfortable bed and everything I needed for an enjoyable stay. I also appreciated the overall atmosphere of the property; it feels polished and upscale without being overly formal. The staff was friendly, professional, and helpful throughout my stay. Every interaction was pleasant, and the service helped make the experience feel smooth from beginning to end. Overall, this was an excellent stay and a great choice for anyone wanting to be centrally located in Chicago. Between the comfortable room, convenient location, cleanliness, and welcoming service, I would absolutely recommend The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown and would happily stay here again."

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful new LEED hotel. Staff were exceptional. Unique part of the room was that you had to place your room key in reader inside your room in order to activate electricity ( room Lights,TV, etc.). I suggest they make visitors aware when they check in. Liked the safety features with the elevator too."

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I love IHG, as this is my second location outside of Australia. We did walk in to a funny smelling room, and the toilet didn’t seem to be wiped properly. We brang this matter to the front desk attention and we were given free breakfast and the matter handled immediately! Great location! Comfy beds and friendly staff! Will always recommend!"

The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop

8/10 Good

"Our room was beautiful Lynn appointed, just large enough for two people who like each other. No extras: just the bed, a desk, and locked dresser in the bedroom, and a tub/shower and sink/vanity in the bath..just roomy enough for a couple; excessively cosy if you aren’t."

L7 Chicago by LOTTE

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was friendly and really helpful, we arrived at 10 in the morning, they were able to hold our luggage until check-in time, the same thing when we left, they were able to hold our luggage until 8 PM, we loved the coffee machine in the lobby, I would totally recommend this hotel, we will be back."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Essex?

Essex is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants, beaches and shopping.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Essex, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Essex.

What is there to do around this Chicago neighbourhood?

ETA Creative Arts Foundation, Stony Island Arts Bank and Third World Press are just a few of the places to visit in and around Essex. While you're out sightseeing, Oak Woods Cemetery and South Shore Golf Course are a couple of additional sights to visit in Chicago.

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1. Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

2. Congress Plaza Hotel

3. Best Western Grant Park Hotel

4. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

5. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

7. Hilton Chicago

8. Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

9. Le Méridien Essex Chicago

10. Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG

11. Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago

12. River Hotel

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown / Magnificent Mile

14. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop

15. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

16. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

17. Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

18. Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago

19. Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop

20. Hampton Inn Chicago West Loop Fulton Market Area

Where to stay in Essex

Downtown Chicago

The Loop

Magnificent Mile

River North

Lincoln Park

Top Essex Hotel Reviews

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

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