What's it like in Lower West Side?

Lower West Side is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its art, festivals and museums. Are you looking for Lower West Side travel tips? Make sure that you visit National Museum of Mexican Art and Chicago Arts District while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels are there in Lower West Side?

If you're searching for places to stay in Chicago, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 60 Lower West Side hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower West Side, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Lower West Side.

What are the top things to see and do in Lower West Side?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Mexican Art, Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum or American Police Center & Museum during your stay in Lower West Side. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Chicago Arts District and Radius - Chicago are some other places worth a visit. United Center and Soldier Field are some popular places to visit in the area around Lower West Side. While you're out sightseeing in Chicago, make sure that you visit other sights such as Cooper Dual Language Academy or The Geraghty.

How can I get around Lower West Side and the greater Chicago area?

If you want to see more of the city, Damen Station (Pink Line) is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include 18th Station (Pink Line) and Ashland Station (Orange Line). If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Chicago Western Avenue Station (BNSF).

Top 10 Lower West Side Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Lower West Side hotels

1. Congress Plaza Hotel

The Loop, 4.5 km from Lower West Side

Christina

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

Streeterville, 7 km from Lower West Side

Dawn

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

3. Hilton Chicago

The Loop, 4.3 km from Lower West Side

Konner

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

4. Best Western Grant Park Hotel

The Loop, 4.1 km from Lower West Side

Melissa

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

5. Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG

West Loop, 3.5 km from Lower West Side

Cesar

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

The Loop, 4.1 km from Lower West Side

AMBER

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

7. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop

The Loop, 4.1 km from Lower West Side

Dawn

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

8. Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

The Loop, 4.4 km from Lower West Side

Lorena

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

9. Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District

Theatre District, 4.7 km from Lower West Side

Richard

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 6 km from Lower West Side

JENNIFER

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

11. Hampton Inn Chicago West Loop Fulton Market Area

4.3 km from Lower West Side

Karen

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown

The Loop, 4.4 km from Lower West Side

Shilpa

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

13. Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

3.8 km from Lower West Side

Evelyn

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

14. Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago

Theatre District, 4.4 km from Lower West Side

Sarah

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

15. Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop

The Loop, 4.5 km from Lower West Side

Christina

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

16. Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Streeterville, 6.7 km from Lower West Side

Mariana

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

17. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

The Loop, 4.1 km from Lower West Side

Dhannetta

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown / Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 6.1 km from Lower West Side

Karaline

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

19. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

Streeterville, 6.1 km from Lower West Side

Jerry

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

20. Hyatt House Chicago/West Loop-Fulton Market

3.8 km from Lower West Side

Patrick

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Downtown Chicago

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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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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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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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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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